105. LinkedIn Networking Secrets You're Not Using Yet with Catherine Fisher

Networking isn't just for job hunting — it's the long-term career insurance policy that carries you through promotions, layoffs, and everything in between. And in a world of AI, real career decisions still rely on real people.

In this episode of Secrets of the Career Game, Kendall Berg sits down with Catherine Fisher, LinkedIn's career expert and author of the Career Companion newsletter, to unpack how authentic networking really works in 2025. Catherine shares why 75% of professionals still trust human insight over AI tools, why 63% turn to their colleagues and peers when making big decisions, and how to build relationships that last.

We also dive into the realities that make networking challenging: 46% of professionals say networking makes them anxious, 46% admit they don't know what to say when reaching out, and 45% only connect with their network when they need something. Catherine offers practical, low-stress strategies to change that — from keeping your network warm with simple gestures to approaching executives without wasting their time.

From Gen Z's mini-resumes to the do's and don'ts of authentic outreach, this conversation will change how you think about building relationships and remind you why human connection still matters most.

In this episode, we discuss:

• What role does networking have to play in the full picture of our careers?

• Why is networking more important than ever today?

• How are traditional networking practices changing with technology and culture?

• What's driving the latest networking trends? How is Gen Z rewriting the rules of networking?

• What are the basic do's and don'ts of networking today?

• How can you make your networking relationships mutually beneficial and take them to the next level?

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About Catherine Fisher

Catherine Fisher is LinkedIn's career expert and the author of the Career Companion newsletter, where she shares practical advice on job interviews, navigating a competitive market, workplace burnout, and building authentic professional relationships. She currently serves as Vice President of Global Consumer Communications at LinkedIn and has over 30 years of experience leading marketing and communications for some of the world's most recognized brands, including Netflix, eBay, and One Kings Lane.

Catherine's work blends insider career insights with a passion for helping professionals grow and thrive. She studied Art History at the University of California, Santa Barbara, and continues to inspire audiences with her fresh perspective on career development, networking, and modern workplace culture.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherinefisherlinkedin/

Career Companion https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/career-companion-6994037905178398720/