In this episode, Sophia digs into a topic everyone encounters—how to walk into a room with confidence and actually enjoy yourself once you’re there. Whether it’s a Chamber of Commerce event, a work conference, a family gathering, or a kid’s birthday party, we all end up in spaces where we feel unsure, awkward, or out of place. Sophia shares her top five strategies for “owning a room,” drawn from nearly two decades of in-person networking experience, countless trainings, and plenty of trial and error.

She explains why your mindset matters more than anything you say, how your thoughts shape your energy, and why people pick up on that energy instantly. Sophia also talks about the trap of trying to act how you think you “should” in a room and why being your true self is always more effective.

You’ll learn her powerful 7-2-1 Rule for understanding connection dynamics, the one simple goal she sets for every event she attends, and how to redirect conversations so they feel natural instead of draining. She also shares Brandon’s brilliant advice for introverts: how to navigate a room without forcing yourself into uncomfortable social gymnastics.

This episode is a blend of practical tools, personal stories, and the mindset shifts that make networking—and being in any room—feel easier, lighter, and more human.

Sophia also announces her upcoming free webinar, No More Cringe: A Simple, Human Way to Network and Grow Your Business, happening December 18 at 1 p.m., where she’ll teach her full, actionable system for building real relationships that support your business in 2026 and beyond. Click here to register for the webinar.

Tune in for a warm, insightful conversation that will help you feel more grounded, authentic, and confident no matter what room you walk into.

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