Tired of “networking” that feels like a limp speed dating session with business cards? Same.

This episode cuts through the awkward handshakes and LinkedIn spam to get real about what networking actually means; building relationships that actually matter to you and those around you.

JP and Neil Finnie team up with Benjamin Chilcott, a man who knows the difference between collecting contacts and creating connections that change careers. He describes himself as a connector, catalyst and enabler.

We’re talking about authenticity, trust and why introverts have just as much of an edge as extroverts when it comes to visibility and influence. Forget the schmooze, this is about playing the long game, and doing it in a way that doesn’t make you feel like a walking sales pitch.

No fluff. No BS. Just straight talk on how to make networking work for you.

Here’s what you’ll take away:

• Networking is about trusted relationships, not empty contacts.
• Authenticity + trust = long-term influence.
• Introverts win with strategy and thought leadership.
• Extroverts need to go deeper than surface-level charm.
• Cross-functional networks give you sharper insights.
• Consistency beats one-off connections every time.
• Intentional networking is career rocket fuel.

LINKS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminchilcott/

https://benjamin-s-site-b6f3.thinkific.com/products/courses/wheresbenj

https://perfectrebel.com/