I have a love/hate relationship with being referred to as "The Networking Queen."
This phrase often conjures up images of someone super confident, outgoing and polished. She's out every night and you see her at every event, working the room, making everyone feel like they are her best friend. On social media, it seems like everyone knows her AND loves her.
So years ago, when I attended a business conference and heard one woman saying I was "not at all what she expected," it changed really changed my understanding of authenticity in networking.
In this episode, I'll share that story and some gentle reminders about the imporance of allowing other people to be human too. Showing grace and empathy and remembering that your first impression may not always be the truth can go a long way in building your network with the right people.
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Melissa Snow is a Business Relationship Strategist dedicated to empowering women in entrepreneurship. She founded the Powerful Women Rising Community, which provides female business owners with essential support and resources for business growth.
Melissa's other mission is to revolutionize networking, promoting authenticity and genuine connections over sleazy sales tactics. She runs an incredible monthly Virtual Speed Networking Event which you can attend once at no cost using the code FIRSTTIME
She lives in Colorado Springs with two dogs, her soul cat Giorgio and any number of foster kittens. She loves iced coffee, Taylor Swift, and Threads.
