How to Be Awesome at Your Job 495: How to Network When You Hate Networking with Devora Zack
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Sep 26, 2019 Devora Zack, CEO of Only Connect Consulting and bestselling author, shares her insights on networking for introverts. She discusses how to make meaningful connections without the pressure of traditional networking events. Devora emphasizes starting conversations with engaging questions and how to end them smoothly. She advises against the 'network everywhere' mentality, highlighting the importance of rest and targeted interactions. Additionally, she offers tips on follow-up strategies to cultivate lasting relationships and suggests incorporating personal interests into networking.
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Match Networking To Your Temperament
- Networking doesn't require extroversion; honor your natural temperament instead of forcing behaviors that drain you.
- Matching networking methods to how you get energy produces stronger, more sustainable relationships.
One Focused Meeting Landed Her Publisher
- At a conference Devorah researched and scheduled one meeting with a single publisher rather than meeting many.
- She became the only person they signed from 16,000 attendees and worked with them for over a decade.
Prepare Questions If You Think Before Speaking
- Prepare questions and practice answers ahead of events if you 'think to talk' as an introvert.
- Use thoughtful questions to show competence without oversharing about yourself.
