Michael Morgan, author of "The Power of Networking" and a seasoned motivational speaker, shares his expertise on building impactful professional relationships. He emphasizes that networking is crucial for career advancement and offers strategies for overcoming shyness. Michael discusses the importance of nurturing quality connections over quantity. He also explores how technology can facilitate networking in remote environments and stresses the value of giving back through mentorship. His insights promise to empower listeners to navigate their careers more effectively.
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volunteer_activism ADVICE
Networking as a Job Requirement
Treat networking as part of your job to access more opportunities and get work done efficiently.
Build relationships both inside and outside your company for career growth and support.
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Maintain Regular Contact
Reach out to your network regularly, whether weekly, monthly, or quarterly.
Maintain ongoing contact to be top-of-mind when opportunities arise, not just when you need something.
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Give to Get in Networking
Networking is a two-way street; focus on giving value to others before asking for favors.
Help with referrals, resume reviews, or sharing useful resources to build genuine connections.
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Learn why networking is just as important as doing your job well for advancing your career. Michael Morgan, author of “The Power of Networking”, shares essential skills for building connections and making a positive impact. He explains how to overcome shyness, grow professional relationships, and use technology to support your networking efforts. This is especially useful for professionals who use English at work.
Meet Our Guest:
Michael Morgan, author of "The Power of Networking," teaches professionals to effectively network and influence their careers. Drawing on over 15 years of experience at major companies like JPMorgan Chase, Amazon, and Walmart, he offers essential strategies. Holding an MBA and PMP (Project Management Professional), his insights help others achieve professional growth and success.
Top Takeaways:
Treat networking like part of your job. It helps you get work done, get promoted, and find new chances — both inside and outside your company.
It’s better to have a few strong relationships than many weak ones. Stay in touch and try to help others too.
To make a strong case, use clear data, include different points of view from other teams, and match how your company likes to see info (emails, slides, etc.).
Vocabulary Corner:
Get your foot in the door: To gain an initial opportunity or a first chance to start working in a company or industry.
Example sentence: "Networking helped me get my foot in the door at a top-tier tech company."
Weasel words: Words that are unclear or avoid giving a real answer. These are often not accepted in companies like Amazon.
Example sentence: "When presenting data, avoid weasel words like 'most' or 'usually'; always use specific numbers."
Regular cadence: A consistent pattern or schedule for communication or activities.
Example sentence: "I keep in touch with my contacts on a regular cadence."
Paying it forward: Helping others because someone once helped you.
Example sentence: "Michael believes in paying it forward by sharing his knowledge to help others succeed, just as he was once helped."
Employee Resource Group (ERG): A group at work where employees support each other and help make the company more welcoming for everyone.
Example sentence: "Joining an Employee Resource Group is a good way to meet coworkers and grow your network.”
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