Networking with Pure Intentions: Creating Meaningful Connections

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This chapter emphasizes the importance of doing research, showing genuine care, and providing value when networking. It explores how curiosity conversations can lead to new ideas and perspectives. The limitations of AI in storytelling and the value of human creativity are also discussed.

Amidst the fast pace of entrepreneurial life, how can we make our networking more impactful? The acclaimed film and television producer Brian Grazer argues that curiosity is the elixir for deeper human connection and cultivating a healthy network that serves as an ever-flowing well of inspiration.

Brian joins Reid to share the unique practice that brings his healthy network to life. You’ll also hear how Brian founded Imagine Entertainment with his longtime creative partner, Ron Howard, and how iconic names like Warren Beatty and Jay-Z were injected with Brian’s curiosity. Plus, Brian shares lessons about seeking inspiration outside of your bubble, the hidden power of microexpressions, and why leaders everywhere should never turn up to a social meeting empty handed.

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