In this episode of the Quality Values Podcast, I sit down with Devin Sizemore, author of The Connection Expansion Book. Devin shares his journey from guest lecturing at universities to becoming a master connector in the business world. We dive deep into the philosophy behind his book and how it serves as a powerful networking tool—far beyond just being a modern-day business card.Highlights:The Power of Connection: Devin reveals how his approach to connecting people has impacted lives and businesses, including a personal story of how he facilitated job interviews through his network.
Behind the Book: We explore the inspiration and timing behind The Connection Expansion Book and how Devin organized his ideas into a cohesive framework.
Values in Action: Devin shares his core values of being "others focused" and how this mindset drives his success in building meaningful relationships.T
echnical Insights: A behind-the-scenes look at Devin's use of AI, metrics, and systems to track and expand his network efficiently.
Publishing Journey: Tips and insights on self-publishing, from formatting to cost-effective methods, as well as navigating Amazon's platform.
Book Recommendations & Future Plans: Devin talks about influential books on his shelf and his ambitious goal of making one million connections.
Timeline:
00:00 - Introduction and Background - Meeting Devin in Reno and his journey as a connector
02:28 - The Connection Expansion Book - The concept of the book as a business card
05:21 - Analog vs. Digital - The power of physical books in a digital world
06:18 - Why Write the Book? - Devin’s motivation and timing behind writing the book
09:53 - Values and Philosophy - Being "others focused" and its impact on connection
14:28 - Book Structure and Framework - Overview of the book's outline and process
17:41 - The Connector Meeting - Explanation and significance of the concept
20:07 - People vs. Places - Importance of connections over geography
22:44 - Balancing Math and People Skills - Metrics, AI, and tracking systems in networking
27:52 - Technical Details - Using AI tools for organizing connections
31:29 - A Million Connections Goal - How Devin tracks his ambitious goal
37:31 - Philosophical Dive - Exploring cognitive heuristics and broader impacts
37:54 - Publishing a Book - Self-publishing tips, Amazon insights, and cost-effective methods
44:16 - Favorite Books and Influences - Devin’s most impactful reads
46:43 - Future Goals and Projects - What’s next for Devin Sizemore
49:07 - Where to Find Devin -
Website and social media links
Connect with Devin Sizemore:Website: DevinSizemore.com
Instagram: @dpsizemore
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