The Not Perfect Networking Podcast

Welcome to the Not Perfect Networking Podcast! Today is an exciting day—our official launch episode!  I’m your host, Zoe Weisberg Coady, and while I’ll admit I’m a little nervous, this podcast isn’t about perfection—it’s about real conversations, meaningful connections, and the power of networking.

For our very first episode, I’m joined by my friend, Melissa Ferraro. Mel is a versatile artist, educator, and improv performer based in NYC. She has built an incredible, layered, and diverse community around her, and today, she shares how she did it.

In this episode:

• How improv is more than just comedy—it’s a tool for life and business
• The transformative power of networking and personal connections
• Overcoming the fear of rejection and reframing networking as an opportunity
• How improv is being used in corporate training, public speaking, and even Parkinson’s therapy
• Simple mindset shifts that can make networking feel natural and fun

Connect with Mel:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melfro28/

Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zoe-weisberg-coady-57aab37/

Welcome to the Not Perfect Networking Podcast! I'm your host, Zoe Weisberg Coady, founder of Brandstyle Communications and I’m so excited to bring you this new show all about the power of networking—not as a transactional business function, but as a way of life.In this episode, I’m taking you on a journey through my own networking moments, decade by decade. From summer camp friendships to starting my PR agency in New York 15 years ago, I’ve learned firsthand how building relationships can transform both personal and professional growth.In this episode:

• How networking is more than just making connections—it’s about nurturing them
• The importance of putting yourself out there (even when it’s uncomfortable)
• Why I say yes to more opportunities now than ever before
• Lessons from my early career in PR that shaped my perspective on networking
• How networking has evolved in today’s digital world and why it’s more crucial than ever

Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zoe-weisberg-coady-57aab37/

Networking isn’t just a business function—it’s a way to build genuine relationships, unlock new opportunities, and create meaningful connections. In this podcast, we’re redefining networking and making it accessible, fun, and, most importantly, real.

Join host Zoe Weisberg Coady, a self-proclaimed networking expert and Founder of Brandstyle Communications, as she brings you insightful conversations with incredible guests across various industries. Each episode dives into how they’ve built their personal networks and the strategies they use to grow and sustain them.

This podcast will showcase dynamic founders, entrepreneurs, CEOs, and changemakers who share their insights on sustaining networks across all areas of life. Learn how to overcome common misconceptions like networking being unnatural or awkward and discover how EVERYONE is a natural networker with the ability to shape, guide, and grow their connections!

Subscribe now and start your networking transformation!

Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zoe-weisberg-coady-57aab37/