Matthew Warner

In this discussion, Matthew Warner, Chief People and Culture Officer at Friends of the Children - Portland, redefines networking as nurturing genuine relationships. He emphasizes how meaningful connections lead to job satisfaction and hiring credibility. Matthew suggests treating your network like a garden—requiring regular care, small gestures, and consistency. He also addresses common networking barriers and the importance of reciprocity, urging listeners to help others in their network and keep the lines of communication open.