29. Sally Eberhardt: Effective networking
Effective networking with Sally Eberhardt
In this episode, I talk to Sally Eberhardt, author of the book Pain-free Networking for Introverts. We talk about pitching and long-term benefits of networking.
In this episode we cover:
- Sally’s background and what made her decide to write a book about networking for introverts
- Sally’s personal daunting feeling and dread of networking as an introvert
- Key things for people both introverts and non-introverts about networking
- Determining the right opportunities and events for networking
- Networking by developing relationships
- How to deal with people monopolizing your time during networking
- Managing expectations during a networking function
- Networking is about giving
- The importance of having an elevator pitch and Sally’s own pitch
- Tips to remember about setting yourself up before a networking event
- Following up and keeping in touch
- 3Rs – Recognize, Remember, Reward
