Networking with Fexingo: Building Professional Relationships, LinkedIn, and Career Capital

In this episode, Lucas and Luna unpack the surprisingly powerful role of the handshake in professional networking. They dig into a 2018 University of Chicago study linking handshake quality to interview evaluations and hiring recommendations, and share practical tips for improving your own style. Learn how the right grip, eye contact, and follow-through can create a positive first impression that lasts, and why the handshake remains a meaningful ritual in an increasingly digital world. If you're looking to sharpen your networking edge, this episode offers concrete, research-backed advice you can use at your next event.

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In this episode of Networking with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna explore a fresh angle: the power of being a networking sidekick. They break down how taking on a supporting role in someone else's networking effort—like helping a colleague prepare for a big event or introducing two contacts—can dramatically expand your own career capital. Using the concrete example of a mid-level marketer who became the go-to connector in her firm, they discuss the psychology of reciprocal value, the art of strategic introductions, and why being indispensable to others' networks is often more powerful than chasing your own spotlight. Tune in to learn how to leverage sidekick moments to build trust, visibility, and lasting professional relationships—without the awkwardness of traditional self-promotion.

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In this episode of Networking with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna explore a powerful networking technique: turning a single conference encounter into a durable, mutually beneficial professional relationship. They break down the 'conference-to-correspondence' method, using a real-world example of a marketing manager who met a potential mentor at a trade show and, through a series of deliberate follow-ups and value exchanges, built a relationship that led to a board recommendation. The hosts discuss the importance of specificity in follow-up messages, the timing of the second contact, and how to offer genuine value before asking for anything. They also address common pitfalls, like the 'one-and-done' email or the over-eager pitch. Learn actionable steps to transform fleeting event contacts into long-term career capital, and why the 'third touch' is often the difference between a dead lead and a live ally. Whether you're an introvert or a natural networker, this episode gives you a concrete playbook for making conference connections count.

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In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the power of a networking journal — a simple habit that can transform scattered contacts into a strategic career asset. They dig into the story of a mid-career product manager who used a daily journaling practice to turn casual coffee chats into a board seat at a startup. Lucas explains the 'catalog method': recording not just names but context, follow-ups, and the 'career capital' each contact represents. Luna challenges him on the time commitment, and they discuss practical tools, from notebooks to CRM apps. The hosts also touch on how this practice helps in remote work environments, where spontaneous interactions are rare. By the end, listeners will have a clear framework for starting their own networking journal — and a new lens for seeing every conversation as an investment in their career trajectory.

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A single 15-minute talk at a local meetup can unlock more career opportunities than months of cold outreach. In this episode, Lucas and Luna unpack the before-during-after strategy for using short presentations as a networking catalyst. They share a real-world example of a marketer who turned one lightning talk into multiple consulting gigs and speaking invitations. Listeners learn how to choose a topic that highlights rare expertise, how to structure content for maximum audience engagement, how to handle Q&A to spark one-on-one conversations, and how to follow up within 48 hours to convert attendees into long-term professional contacts. The episode also covers handling nerves, adapting for virtual vs. in-person events, and tracking the ROI of your talk. Whether you are an introvert or a seasoned speaker, this episode shows why investing 15 minutes on stage can multiply your network exponentially — and how to do it right.

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Only 15% of professionals feel comfortable reaching out to someone two levels above them. In episode 140, Lucas and Luna unpack why most networking attempts with senior leaders fail — and how to fix them. Lucas shares a specific framework: the 'one-sentence ask' combined with a pre-meeting research habit that turns a cold email into a warm conversation. They walk through a real example of a junior marketer who landed a VP mentor by referencing a white paper the VP had co-authored, using a mutual connection as an introduction, and offering a small piece of market research she had already done. Luna challenges whether this works in fully remote organizations, and they discuss how to adapt the approach when you can't bump into someone in the hallway. They also explore the counterintuitive idea that asking for advice, not a job, is the most respectful way to build a relationship with a busy executive. The episode closes with a brief reflection on why staying humble and prepared matters more than any specific networking script.

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In this episode of Networking with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna explore a proactive networking strategy: creating a one-page 'opportunity portfolio' that summarizes your skills, projects, and ideal roles. They walk through a real case—Sarah, a marketing manager who shared her portfolio with 20 contacts and landed two interviews in a month. Discover how to craft your own portfolio, when to share it, and why this approach shifts networking from asking to attracting.

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In this episode, Lucas and Luna tackle the challenge of building professional relationships when face-to-face interaction is limited. They discuss concrete strategies for remote and hybrid workers, including leveraging asynchronous communication, scheduling intentional one-on-ones, and creating virtual water cooler moments. Drawing on real-world examples, they explain how to turn digital interactions into career capital, with practical tips for engaging senior leaders and peers alike.

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Episode 137 of Networking with Fexingo explores the Benjamin Franklin effect—the counterintuitive idea that asking someone for a favor makes them like you more. Lucas and Luna unpack the psychology behind it, starting with the 18th-century story of Franklin borrowing a rare book from a political rival. They discuss how to apply this in modern career networking: the types of small, genuine favors that strengthen relationships, why it works better than traditional 'give first' advice, and how to avoid common pitfalls. If you've ever felt awkward asking for help, this episode reframes networking as an opportunity for mutual connection. Includes practical steps for asking for introductions, feedback, or advice in a way that builds trust and opens doors.

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We explore how to activate your alumni network for career opportunities, backed by a 2025 NACE survey showing 45% of Fortune 500 internships are filled via alumni referrals. Lucas shares a specific tactic: joining mentoring circles to give value first, then receiving referrals. Luna contrasts with cold outreach mistakes and recommends starting on LinkedIn with tailored messages referencing shared context. The episode includes a concrete weekly goal and the importance of tracking response rates. A brief donation segment ties support to keeping the ad-free podcast accessible.

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