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We all know the feeling—you walk into a networking event, scan the room, and immediately wonder which conversation you're "allowed" to join. Donna shares the story of choosing between two conversation circles, taking a chance, and discovering that one simple introduction led to a valuable new relationship. We're breaking down practical networking tips to help you build confidence, start conversations naturally, work a room without feeling awkward, and create meaningful business relationships that lead to long-term opportunities.

Build More Powerful Links By:

• Walking into networking events with confidence, purpose, and curiosity
• Starting and ending conversations naturally to create meaningful connections
• Focusing on quality relationships instead of trying to meet everyone

Chapters

00:00 Welcome & Why Networking Events Feel Intimidating
01:10 Confidence Is a Skill, Not a Personality Trait
03:15 Preparing Before You Walk Through the Door
07:20 Why Arriving Early Gives You an Advantage
10:25 How to Join a Conversation Without Feeling Awkward
15:35 Better Networking Questions That Create Real Conversations
17:40 Knowing When (and How) to Leave a Conversation
21:00 Become the Person Who Connects Other People
27:00 Confidence Comes From Repetition, Not Perfection
31:10 Networking Mode On: The Three Conversation Challenge

Connect with your hosts:

On IG: @the_LinkUpLounge

Email the Link Up Lounge: info@thelinkuplounge.com

Tiffany Mason on IG @VirtuallyYouPods

Grab Tiffany's Networking Book: Networking Your Way to the Big Stage

Donna Rueppell on IG @Rueppell_1KeyAtaTime

Come Network with us: WWW.BondandBeyondNetwork.com

(locally in St. John's Co. FL)