NOTWorking: Networking Advice For Those Who Struggle To Fit In

by Jean Lafitte

Go-Getter, Helper, Promoter, Skeptic. Everyone is different. Look up anything about personality types, and you’ll find a wide variety of different options. With such widely different personalities out there, any encounter can feel challenging, …especially in a room full of strangers. In the world of networking, this can make things a little complicated. Not everyone is an extrovert or someone who can wander into any room and make a friend of everyone there. Introverts make up 30-50% of the population. This means one third to one half of us has likely struggled to fit in at one point or another. When you’re trying to network, learning the social graces which will enable you to optimize your interactions becomes crucial. This is especially true if you’re not a social butterfly. Most people who struggle to fit in often question whether networking is even worth it. In this book, you’ll find the answer to this particular question, along with a strategy that walks you • Prep (before event) • Showtime (the event) • Follow up (after the event) It is possible to become a skilled networker, even if you feel like you’ve always lacked the skills or ability. Take a deep breath and dive right in. It’s time to shake off whatever preconceived notions have been holding you back. Isn’t it time you discovered what you’re capable of?

Kindle Edition

Published September 21, 2019