Beyond Business Cards: Networking for People Who Hate "Networking

13/05/2025 26 min
Beyond Business Cards: Networking for People Who Hate "Networking

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Do you cringe at the word "networking"? In this episode of Leading Beyond the Spreadsheet, host Kris Liebau and guest Greg Peters (The Reluctant Networker) reveal why most analytical leaders hate networking—and how to completely redefine it.Forget awkward small talk and business card exchanges. Discover a practical approach to building genuine professional relationships that actually deliver value. Learn why networking isn't about putting on your "funeral suit" but about strategically making "friends on purpose" who can help you succeed.Key insights include:Why true networking has nothing to do with business card exchangesHow to build relationships without the uncomfortable "networking event" approachThe power of consistency over intensity in relationship buildingMaking specific, strategic asks without damaging relationshipsHow to nurture connections before you need themPerfect for directors, executives, and analytical professionals who want powerful connections without the discomfort of traditional networking. Transform networking from something you avoid into a strategic advantage you embrace.Connect with Kris Liebau: https://www.actionandeasecoaching.comConnect with Greg Peters: https://thereluctantnetworker.com/#LeadingBeyondTheSpreadsheet #NetworkingForAnalyticalLeaders #RelationshipBuilding #ReluctantNetworker #LeadershipDevelopment #StrategicNetworkingTransform your one-on-ones from mundane check-ins to powerful performance drivers! Grab our free "One-on-One Upgrade Toolkit" and start unlocking your team's true potential today. Download your guide at https://www.actionandeasecoaching.com/toolkit