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Executive Networking: Attract Opportunities

Dec 1, 2025
Discover how to transform your networking approach from chasing opportunities to attracting them. Learn the power of thought leadership networking by showcasing your expertise. Find out which platforms can help you display your skills and build confidence through small engagements. Jeff illustrates how public appearances can become natural pitches, leading to increased visibility. Plus, grasp the concept of the visibility flywheel, where exposure leads to more opportunities, ensuring a long-term strategy in an evolving job market.
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INSIGHT

Attraction Beats Chasing

  • Shift from chasing opportunities to attracting them by becoming visible and credible in public forums.
  • Thought leadership networking turns your expertise into inbound opportunities without cold outreach.
ADVICE

Find And Use A Stage

  • Find a stage — panels, niche podcasts, webinars, or alumni events — and put your expertise on display publicly.
  • Start small locally to build confidence and then scale to larger stages over time.
ADVICE

Let Your Work Be The Pitch

  • Let your talk or panel appearance serve as the pitch by demonstrating value rather than claiming it.
  • Use the event to naturally connect with organizers, panelists, and attendees for authentic networking.
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