Takeaways

• We live in a world inundated by noise.
• Networking should be about adding value, not extracting.
• Think exponentially when building relationships.
• Create experiences that foster deeper connections.
• Self-select people aligned with your values through activities.
• Invite others into meaningful experiences to build rapport.
• Be a source of connection for others.
• Opportunities for connection can change lives.
• Always have an invitation ready for others.
• Reflect on the experiences that have shaped your relationships.

Sound Bites

• "How do we find signal in a noisy world?"
• "Be a pollinator of relationships."
• "Always have an invitation on hand."

Chapters

00:00Navigating Noise in Relationship Building

10:42Creating Exponential Connections Through Experiences

Michael Trainer has spent 30 years learning from Nobel laureates, neuroscientists, and wisdom keepers worldwide. He's the author of RESONANCE: The Art and Science of Human Connection (March 31, 2026), co-creator of Global Citizen and the Global Citizen Festival, and host of the RESONANCE podcast.

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