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In this episode of Seeking the Overlap, Baily Hancock sits down with writer, community builder, and creative visionary Carly Valancy to explore the art of authentic connection. Carly, whose career spans performing on Broadway stages to creating the Reach Out Party community, shares how breaking the conventional "rules" of networking can lead to more meaningful and fulfilling relationships. Together, they unpack the power of vulnerability, why two-line emails can be just as impactful as carefully crafted ones, and how following your passions can help you find the right people. Carly also reveals how embracing authenticity not only builds trust but opens doors to unexpected opportunities. Whether you’re a networking enthusiast or someone who’s always felt out of place in professional settings, this episode will inspire you to rethink connection as a practice of truth-telling, humanity, and shared curiosity.