Networking can be a daunting challenge for introverts. The hosts share humorous stories of their awkward encounters at large events like VidCon. They discuss the importance of forming genuine connections rather than engaging in superficial interactions. Insights from personality assessments reveal how understanding oneself can ease social anxieties. Plus, they delve into navigating beauty standards and the complexities of building relationships. Get ready for tips on connecting authentically, even when feeling overwhelmed!
Building genuine relationships in networking fosters deeper connections, transforming superficial interactions into meaningful friendships that support personal and professional growth.
Attending large events can lead to burnout, especially for introverts, highlighting the importance of recognizing personal limits and prioritizing self-care.
Redefining networking as a community-focused endeavor allows for shared understanding and joy in connections, evolving acquaintances into true friendships over time.
Deep dives
The Importance of Personal Connection
Creating personal connections is essential in networking and relationship building. One of the speakers highlights the need to prioritize genuine interactions beyond just the transactional aspect, suggesting that fostering deeper relationships leads to more meaningful connections. By sharing thoughts and asking others about their aspirations or dreams, conversations can evolve into supportive friendships rather than superficial exchanges. This approach ensures that individuals are not just networking for professional gain, but are invested in one another as people.
Navigating Social Pressure at Events
Attending large events like VidCon can be overwhelming, especially for those who prefer quieter environments. The speakers reflect on the stress of hosting and manage attendees while longing for a more intimate setup. They also discuss experiences of feeling fatigued by constant networking, emphasizing the importance of recognizing personal limits. By consciously deciding when to engage and when to step back, individuals can maintain their mental health and avoid burnout.
Balancing Career and Social Life
The discussion highlights the struggle between building a successful career and enjoying a fulfilling social life. An individual expresses the difficulty of engaging in networking events while feeling overwhelmed with personal commitments and the need for self-care. This balancing act leads to the realization that focusing more on building relationships that nurture both professional growth and personal satisfaction is more beneficial than attending every event. Recognizing personal priorities allows for a healthier approach to achieving work-life balance.
Self-Awareness in Relationships
Self-awareness plays a significant role in navigating relationships, as participants discuss being able to discern who genuinely connects with them versus those who may exploit the relationship for personal gain. They emphasize that fostering friendships based on mutual respect and understanding is essential; not everyone they encounter needs to become a close friend. By identifying boundaries and recognizing red flags in conversations, they can protect their energy and focus on building quality connections. This insight encourages others to assess their relationships critically.
Redefining Networking and Community
Networking is redefined from a purely business interaction to a more community-focused endeavor where support and mutual understanding thrive. The conversation emphasizes the importance of finding personal joy in the connections made and recognizing that some individuals evolve from professional acquaintances to true friends. By sharing their experiences and why they hesitate to attend certain events, they encourage a more meaningful approach to networking that involves creating spaces where people feel safe and valued. This sense of community ultimately leads to deeper engagements and shared growth.
We’re constantly told to go out there and network, to the point where we feel like we can’t miss a single event. And the million dollar question: what if you're an introvert?
From our years in corporate and now the content space, we've been to our fair share of networking events and picked up a few tips along the way. This episode is a dump of the stories, the L's, and insider tips we've gathered on the art of networking.
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𝗘𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗪𝗲𝗶 ( @trykarat ) - IG: https://www.instagram.com/erictway
co-founder of Karat Financial, helping creators with finances
𝗖𝗵𝗹𝗼𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗵 ( @chloeshih ) IG: / https://www.instagram.com/chloe.shih/
tech product manager sharing perspectives on career, life advice, and living in your 30s.
Editor: Jayna Benito
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0:00 intro
0:46 ultra premium rare skin Chloe unlocked
3:00 Eric’s Karat party at Vidcon
4:42 Colin & Samir shoutout
6:36 burnout at events
9:51 Vidcon networking highlights
12:11 Eric’s missed panel
16:15 dinner with a mega millionaire
20:55 algorithms to optimize health
22:12 what’s a hot girl walk?
25:50 networking as an introvert
26:34 Eric and Chloe’s MBTI test results
28:08 networking when you don’t know anyone
31:40 how to secure people’s contact info
34:09 how Eric networks
36:13 Chloe’s go-to networking question
38:39 what’s the dream?
44:36 are they a work friend or friend friend?
49:11 Eric’s cold outreach secrets🤫
54:13 who Eric wants to meet next
55:35 who Chloe wants to meet next
57:48 the truth about successful people
59:30 know who to stay away from
1:05:59 feeling FOMO with networking
1:08:53 givers and takers
1:11:25 Jomie meetup??
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