Building Bridges by Networking with Students

16/07/2025 12 min
Building Bridges by Networking with Students

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"Networking isn’t just for grown-ups in suits. It’s a way to help students find their spark." Notable Moments: 00:00 – Why teaching kids to network matters 01:10 – Connection starts with listening, not lecturing 02:45 – 5 curiosity-building questions to ask students 04:40 – What’s in it for professionals and businesses 06:00 – Practical, non-creepy ways to connect with youth 08:35 – Embrace the weird: students’ career dreams and slime collections 10:19 – You don’t need credentials to make an impact 11:08 – How to take action today in your community In this episode, Katie dives into how professionals can build meaningful bridges with students, no resumes or PowerPoints required. She shares five simple questions to spark career conversations, highlights how student engagement benefits businesses, and offers real-world ways to connect with youth through schools and local organizations. Connection starts with listening, and every one of us has something to offer the next generation. Read the blog for more from this episode.  Connect with Katie About Katie: https://www.katiecurrens.com/about Connect with Katie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiecurrens/ Follow Katie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katie_currens/ Follow the Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onesparkstories/