Second City Works presents "Getting to Yes, And" Getting to Yes, And.. | Goldie Chan – ‘Personal Branding for Introverts’
Dec 16, 2025
Goldie Chan, a branding and storytelling expert and founder of Warm Robots, dives deep into the world of introversion and personal branding. She shares practical tips for introverts on networking and small talk, and discusses how historical figures like Cleopatra mastered branding. Goldie encourages embracing one's unique identity while taking smart risks, emphasizing the importance of community for introverts. She also challenges misconceptions about introverts, revealing that many can be dynamic and engaging in the right contexts.
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Podcast As Conversational Performance
- Goldie Chan treats podcasts and public speaking as conversational performance where flaws make the format human.
- She frames improv-style openness as an advantage for introverts to connect without forced polish.
Introvert-Extrovert Conference Duo
- Goldie describes friend Ted who introduces her at conferences so she can 'lurk' and then be presented.
- She credits extrovert-introvert pairing for opening networking doors without forcing the introvert into front-line outreach.
Use A Simple Script To Start Conversations
- Goldie taught a scripted opener for an introvert workshop: 'Hi, my name is...' plus a simple why-question.
- She recommends writing and practicing a mini script to remove the stress of starting conversations at events.