Superficial Networking

How to Trade Superficial Networking for Real Connections

I feel like the networking events I go to are superficial. People swap business cards and never hear from one another. What am I missing? How can I get past the superficial networking and make valuable connections? – Melissa in Davenport, Iowa  Answer: When you hold a preconceived notion about a situation, it’s far more likely to be fulfilled. You’ve …

Mind = Blown: Networking and Its Paradox

Mind = Blown: Networking and Its Paradox

Networking can sometimes feel like one of those buzzwords in business. Everyone throws them around, but what do they actually mean? Do they really do any good? Of course, you’ve surely heard about the basics of networking. However, maintaining the relationships you form is far more important than trading business cards. How do you properly cultivate your professional network garden? …

networking your way to the top

Ch. 7: Networking Your Way to the Top

We just published our first book, Practical Wisdoms @ Work! Each chapter addresses the knowledge and skills you need to excel in your career. But if you want to go one step further, we have some bonus content you’ll love: Playlists for each chapter! Our 14 playlists focus on the themes specific to each chapter. They bring the concepts to …