Third Generation Networking Podcast

You’ve got your logo on your shirt and you’ve introduced yourself. Why do you need to bother with a nametag? After all the sticky ones just seem to fall off and the pinned ones risk you piercing your own flesh. Not good! People should just remember you, right? The problem is, they don’t (for a variety of reasons). Listen as Debby and Greg talk about how your networking is damaged if you don’t have that nametag.

Mentioned:

- Scott Ginsberg, CEO/Founder of Prolific, https://www.linkedin.com/in/nametagscott/

Resources:

- Lighted Nametags, https://connext-nation.square.site/product/lighted-name-tag/28?cs=true&cst=custom

Comments:

https://www.facebook.com/TheReluctantNetworker/

https://www.facebook.com/connextnation/

More Information:

If you'd like more information about our virtual training programs, go to: https://www.connextnation.com/mini-course/

"Porch Swing Days - faster" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

We sent out a general request for questions to answer for upcoming podcast episodes, we received a few good responses. Our guest this week, instead of giving us questions, sent us a list of his experiences, both positive and negative. Join Debby and Greg as they welcome Shawn Sanders, musician, office equipment expert, and rock star networker as he shares his journey and the lessons we should take from his experience.

Mentioned in this episode:

- Joe Szafarowicz, PT Link Physical Therapy, https://www.linkedin.com/in/jszafarowicz-967/

Resources:

- Connext Nation, https://connextnation.com

Groups Mentioned:

- Maumee Chamber of Commerce, https://maumeechamber.com/

Comments:

https://www.facebook.com/TheReluctantNetworker/

https://www.facebook.com/connextnation/

More Information:

If you'd like more information about our virtual training programs, go to: https://www.connextnation.com/mini-course/

"Porch Swing Days - faster" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

For our hundredth episode, we couldn’t have asked for a better guest. Our good friend and highly successful speaker, Mimi Brown, joins us to talk about connecting when you can, giving before you receive, and kickboxing. Join us to get more Mimi in your life!

Mentioned:

- Marilynn Semonick, CSP, http://www.marilynnsemonick.com/

Resources:

- Contact Mimi Brown

Groups Mentioned:

- National Speakers Association, https://nsaspeaker.org/

Comments:

https://www.facebook.com/TheReluctantNetworker/

https://www.facebook.com/connextnation/

More Information:

If you'd like more information about our virtual training programs, go to: https://www.connextnation.com/mini-course/

"Porch Swing Days - faster" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Networking has evolved over the last forty years and especially in the last couple. What behaviors have stuck around and what has changed? What mistakes are we still making? Join Debby and Greg as they talk about the changes they have seen in their experience and how to keep an eye out for new opportunities.

Mentioned:

- Deb Olejownik, Coaching with HEART, https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-olejownik-coach11-mbti15/

Resources:

- Meetup, https://www.meetup.com/

Groups Mentioned:

- Ann Arbor / Ypsilanti Regional Chamber, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ann-arbor-ypsilanti-regional-chamber/

Comments:

https://www.facebook.com/TheReluctantNetworker/

https://www.facebook.com/connextnation/

More Information:

If you'd like more information about our virtual training programs, go to: https://www.connextnation.com/mini-course/

"Porch Swing Days - faster" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Debby turns the tables on Greg and mines his experience as a professional speaker to help us be better when we present virtually. Whether a full hour-long informational program, a ten-minute BNI presentation, or a 60-second self-introduction, you can always make yourself more engaging and interesting to your networking audience.

Thank you to ConvoSparker:

- Amy Cantor, Diamond Wellness Essentials, https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-cantor-7564777/

Also Mentioned:

- Andrea Nierenberg, Andrea Nierenberg Consulting, https://www.linkedin.com/in/nierenberg/

Groups Mentioned:

- Toastmasters International, https://www.toastmasters.org/

Comments:

https://www.facebook.com/TheReluctantNetworker/

https://www.facebook.com/connextnation/

Listen for:

[1:30] No, I didn’t write anything useful down here

[2:30] in the timestamp area. I’m not convinced that

[3:30] anyone actually uses this area or finds it of

[4:30] value. I wrote something similar to this last

[5:30] week and asked people to tell me if they actually

[6:30] find it of any use. I received zero response.

[7:30] So, if you are sad that I *didn’t* put actual

[8:30] information in this area, please let me know

[9:30] [email protected]

More Information:

If you'd like more information about our virtual training programs, go to: https://www.connextnation.com/mini-course/

"Porch Swing Days - faster" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

When you network, you will find yourself in the presence of some truly wonderful people – people who will be looking out for you and may be the path to your future success. You will also come into contact with people who may annoy the heck out of you. Join Greg and Debby as they discuss three different types of nemeses you may encounter in your networking career.

Thank you to ConvoSparker:

- Amy Cantor, Diamond Wellness Essentials, https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-cantor-7564777/

Groups Mentioned:

Business Networking International (BNI), https://www.bni.com/

Comments:

https://www.facebook.com/TheReluctantNetworker/

https://www.facebook.com/connextnation/

Listen for:

[1:30] Does anyone even look at these timestamps?

[2:00] If you actually like these timestamps and find them useful,

[2:30] Please let me know.

[3:00] Contact me at [email protected]

More Information:

If you'd like more information about our virtual training programs, go to: https://www.connextnation.com/mini-course/

"Porch Swing Days - faster" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

You need a little help to achieve your new year’s goals, but you aren’t sure of your next step. The good news is, you have someone in your network who might be able to help. The bad news is, you haven’t spoken with them in a while. How do you get past the yawning chasm of your negligence to renew your relationship and not feel like a slimy creep doing it? Join Debby and Greg as they discuss the techniques they’ve seen work in exactly such situations.

Mentioned:

- Merri Bame, BDB Communications, LLC, https://www.linkedin.com/in/merribame/

Comments:

https://www.facebook.com/TheReluctantNetworker/

https://www.facebook.com/connextnation/

Listen for:

[0:45] What is Debby waiting for?

[1:50] Be Upfront

[3:30] You are complimenting them

[4:20] Get your bellybutton out of the way

[6:30] She never did remember his name

[7:00] What can you ask for?

[8:15] Ask for advice/expertise

[10:35] Asking for someone else

[13:00] You have nothing to lose

More Information:

If you'd like more information about our virtual training programs, go to: https://www.connextnation.com/mini-course/

"Porch Swing Days - faster" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

It’s not always easy walking into a networking event by yourself. In fact, sometimes it feels almost like your first middle school dance with you standing alone in the corner and all the cool kids having fun out on the floor. One thing that can help with this feeling and coincidentally increase your success at the event, is the simple act of bringing a partner. Join Greg and Debby as they discuss the benefits and pitfalls of partner networking.

Mentioned:

- Deanna Tucci, https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannatuccischmittbniwesternpa/

Groups Mentioned:

- Maumee Chamber of Commerce, https://www.linkedin.com/company/maumee-chamber-of-commerce/about/

Comments:

https://www.facebook.com/TheReluctantNetworker/

https://www.facebook.com/connextnation/

Listen for:

[0:30] What Debby loves to create

[2:30] What exactly is partner networking?

[4:00] Why would you even want to do this?

[5:45] Divide and Conquer

[7:30] Mentoring through networking

More Information:

If you'd like more information about our virtual training programs, go to: https://www.connextnation.com/mini-course/

"Porch Swing Days - faster" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

A few episodes ago, Greg and Debby talked about how to deal with people who tried to force their business card on you at a networking event. Thanks to Connext Nation alumnus, Amy Cantor, for prompting us to this conversation about what we should do with our cards.

Thank you to ConvoSparker:

- Amy Cantor, Diamond Wellness Essentials, https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-cantor-7564777/

Also Mentioned:

- Chris Bidlack, Head Honcho at Bidlack Creative Group, https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisbidlack/

Resources:

- Prior Business Card Episode: https://anchor.fm/3rdgennetworking/episodes/Dealing-with-the-Business-Card-Deck-Dealer-e19u1o2

Groups Mentioned:

- Power In Networking through Knowledge and Kindness (PINKK), https://pinkknow.com/

Comments:

https://www.facebook.com/TheReluctantNetworker/

https://www.facebook.com/connextnation/

Listen for:

[0:30] The sadness of the missing Zoom Bomber

[2:30] Why do it? Credibility, Raffles.

[3:50] Business cards as conversation starters

[5:20] Have it available for the true networkers you meet.

[8:00] Help those who don’t have their card

[10:00] Dealing with the lack of cards

[12:52] Card passing activities (for what they’re worth)

[15:45] Cultural ritual around business cards

More Information:

If you'd like more information about our virtual training programs, go to: https://www.connextnation.com/mini-course/

"Porch Swing Days - faster" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

How do you get the conversation past the simple query of name and title? Debby and Greg (The Networking Guru and Reluctant Networker, resp.) discuss different approaches to the process with the focus on creating a strong opening to a potentially mutually beneficial connection. Listener Asandi Connor offered the question that sparked the discussion.

Mentioned:

- Derek Mehraban, Founder Ingenex Digital Marketing, https://www.linkedin.com/in/mehraban/

Comments:

https://www.facebook.com/TheReluctantNetworker/

https://www.facebook.com/connextnation/

Listen for:

[0:30] The ongoing saga of the apples

[3:15] Dealing with the accidental situation

[4:20] Don’t put them on the defensive

[8:50] When you expect to sit next to your competition

[9:20] Developing an opportunity mindset/Best practices

[12:05] Nonthreatening topics of conversation

More Information:

If you'd like more information about our virtual training programs, go to: https://www.connextnation.com/mini-course/