Ease Into Networking
And build real relationships with ease and confidence
If networking feels a little overwhelming, you’re not alone.
Many quieter, more introverted women in business feel pressure to be “on,” make bold first impressions, or navigate loud rooms full of strangers - and it’s exhausting. The truth is, you don’t need to be the loudest person in the room to make powerful, authentic connections.
Like you, I can find the traditional style of networking overwhelming - too loud, too fast, and too surface-level. The pressure to “work the room” or make a big impression can feel draining or inauthentic (that word is so over-used, but its the right one for this post).
Sometimes you can feel like you’re performing, bring louder or more confident to feel like you have that presence and authority. And this is where it can feel inauthentic, and become draining. You’re pretending to be someone you’re not.
3 ways to overcome this:
choose your rooms and spaces wisely - places that are more chilled and you feel comfortable being you
know that networking and building connections may feel uncomfortable. And that’s ok. That’s normal, and means that you care about developing meaningful relationships, rather than transactional and awkward ones
get out there and do it! Sorry, but that’s the best way for it feel less awkward. Head back to point 1, and choose some right spaces and groups to try
And if you’re looking for further help, starting on the 2nd June, all paid subscribers will receive my 9-day mini challenge - Confident Connections: Ease Into Networking
Each day, you’ll get a short video (under 10 mins) and one simple, confidence-building task to help you:
* Feel more at ease in networking situations
* Start meaningful conversations without the awkwardness
* Build real relationships in a way that feels more natura to you
This challenge is perfect if you're ready to network with more calm, clarity, and confidence, without having to pretend to be someone you’re not. Or, maybe you’ve been going to meetings and events but not had the results or developed the relationships you’d wished for.
There will be one task a day. No pressure. Just a calm, clear path to connection - your way.
Become a paid subscriber in May, and get 20% off your subscription, AND you’ll automatically receive this video mini-series.
See you there,
Janine x
