Annie Riley, a leadership coach and host of 'Who Got Me Here?', shares insights on redefining networking as genuine relationship-building. Dori Clark, a business professor, emphasizes the importance of investing in relationships and waiting before asking for favors. Allison Wood Brooks, a Harvard professor, introduces the topic pyramid technique to facilitate meaningful conversations. Together, they provide actionable strategies for in-person networking, easing anxiety, and shifting from small talk to deeper interactions.