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E106 - Networking That Actually Works with Samantha Pritchard
Description
Networking can feel awkward, transactional, or even exhausting. But what if you stopped thinking about “working the room” and started thinking about creating real connections?
In this episode of The YES! Show, Samantha Pritchard, founder of Big Sister in a Blazer, shares practical strategies for making networking more intentional, natural, and effective. From her SHINE Method to her Grazer Method, Samantha shows us how to walk into a room with a plan, have better conversations, gracefully move from one connection to the next, and most importantly, follow up.
Because collecting business cards isn't the goal. Building relationships is.
What You'll Learn:
- How to SHINE at networking events
- How the Grazer Method keeps you moving
- Why the fortune really is in the follow-up
- How to make your introduction memorable
3 Action Items:
- Choose three people. Before your next networking event, review the attendee list and identify three people you genuinely want to connect with.
- Ask a better question. Instead of defaulting to “What do you do?”, try Samantha's favorite: “What are you most excited about right now?”
- Follow up within 24 hours. Send a personal message that references something you actually discussed instead of sending a generic “Great meeting you!” message.
Connect with Samantha:
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