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Master Networking with Jodi Brockington
About Our Guest:
Jodi Brockington is a networking expert and the founder of BLENDiD, a lifestyle community for the biracial and multiracial community. She is also the founder of NIARA Consulting, where she provides executive coaching and diversity sourcing services. Jodi has a background in external affairs and has worked in the nonprofit sector, focusing on fundraising and sponsorship. She is passionate about helping others build relationships and navigate the complexities of identity and race.
Summary:
Jodi Brockington joins the podcast to discuss her mastery of networking and the importance of building relationships. She shares her personal experiences as a biracial woman and how her diverse background has shaped her approach to networking. Jodi emphasizes the power of being intentional in networking and offers tips for introverts to navigate social situations.
Key Takeaways:
Networking is about building relationships and being open to connecting with all types of people.
Introverts can excel at networking by being intentional, doing research, and setting specific goals.
Building relationships with people at all levels of an organization can lead to unexpected opportunities.
Leveraging virtual platforms and chat spaces can be an effective way to network in a remote environment.
Representation and access are crucial for creating a sense of belonging and understanding in a diverse society.
Quotes:
"Networking is really relationship building." - Jodi Brockington
"Introverts tend to be more intentional. They have a plan and they never want to stay the whole time." - Jodi Brockington
"The assistants, the interns, the security guards... they know all the tea at the company." - Jodi Brockington
"Representation and access are still back to the power, back to the socioeconomics and the information." - Jodi Brockington
Important Links
Who is Pauli Murray?
BLENDiD
NIARA Consulting
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By Lexi B
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About Our Guest:
Jodi Brockington is a networking expert and the founder of BLENDiD, a lifestyle community for the biracial and multiracial community. She is also the founder of NIARA Consulting, where she provides executive coaching and diversity sourcing services. Jodi has a background in external affairs and has worked in the nonprofit sector, focusing on fundraising and sponsorship. She is passionate about helping others build relationships and navigate the complexities of identity and race.
Summary:
Jodi Brockington joins the podcast to discuss her mastery of networking and the importance of building relationships. She shares her personal experiences as a biracial woman and how her diverse background has shaped her approach to networking. Jodi emphasizes the power of being intentional in networking and offers tips for introverts to navigate social situations.
Key Takeaways:
Networking is about building relationships and being open to connecting with all types of people.
Introverts can excel at networking by being intentional, doing research, and setting specific goals.
Building relationships with people at all levels of an organization can lead to unexpected opportunities.
Leveraging virtual platforms and chat spaces can be an effective way to network in a remote environment.
Representation and access are crucial for creating a sense of belonging and understanding in a diverse society.
Quotes:
"Networking is really relationship building." - Jodi Brockington
"Introverts tend to be more intentional. They have a plan and they never want to stay the whole time." - Jodi Brockington
"The assistants, the interns, the security guards... they know all the tea at the company." - Jodi Brockington
"Representation and access are still back to the power, back to the socioeconomics and the information." - Jodi Brockington
Important Links
Who is Pauli Murray?
BLENDiD
NIARA Consulting
Transcription
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