Episode 108

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24th Jul 2023

7 Ways to Discover Great In-Person Networking Events Worth Going To l E108

I could make a case that any interaction with someone else could be considered networking. From your friend’s parent to the barista who handed you your coffee this morning, anyone could be someone that changes the trajectory of your career.

I’m all about embracing some of the serendipity of relationship building, aka networking, but this series is bringing intentionality into this effort. We are going to be talking about purposely meeting people and the ways that you can do that.

I don’t know about you, but COVID really made me appreciate in-person interactions. I do really like the convenience of virtual networking, but sometimes it feels satisfying to put on some nice clothes, get out in the community, shake some hands, and meet some people in real life.


COVID did get me out of practice in this area though and in the meantime, I moved cities and started working virtually so I lost touch with many of the in-person groups I was a part of.


I’m ready for that to change and I’ve created a list of 7 ways to find in-person networking events.


In today’s episode, I am going to share that list with you with the goal of getting you excited and inspired to get back out there and check out some events in your local community. Don’t take this episode as a checklist but more as a menu. Pick one or two pathways that you feel drawn to. Each of these will provide many options for events that will fit what you’re looking for.


Key Takeaways:

  • The importance of networking
  • Popular event sites to find networking opportunities
  • Local community organizations that might be hosting in-person events near you
  • How you can tap into your alma mater network
  • How to network and support a cause at the same time
  • How to use LinkedIn and Facebook to find networking events
  • What are YP groups and how to affordably join them
  • How to ask friends and colleagues about networking events
  • It’s normal to be nervous when attending in-person events


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