Fast Company Daily How networking can make you a better leader
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May 16, 2025 
Porter Braswell, a prominent author and frequent speaker on leadership, dives into the transformative power of networking. He discusses how connecting with others goes beyond job hunting and can be vital for problem-solving in business. Porter shares insights on the importance of building genuine relationships and proactive networking to foster trust. He emphasizes the need for leaders to maintain consistent interactions and vulnerability to create a supportive community, especially in times of crisis.
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Value of Informal Peer Networking
- Porter Braswell attended leadership conferences with many C-suite executives facing tough questions about current challenges.
- He observed that the most valuable parts were the candid, informal peer conversations, not the formal talks.
Peer Communities Over Formal Meetings
- Leaders are finding community support more often with peers than in official meetings amid rapid change.
- These trusted communities provide crucial advice and emotional support during uncertain times.
Loneliness Harms Leadership Function
- Executives commonly experience loneliness that harms creativity, decision-making, and performance.
- Building connections is critical to enhancing clarity and creativity in leadership roles.