Takeaways
- We live in a world inundated by noise.
- Networking should be about adding value, not extracting.
- Think exponentially when building relationships.
- Create experiences that foster deeper connections.
- Self-select people aligned with your values through activities.
- Invite others into meaningful experiences to build rapport.
- Be a source of connection for others.
- Opportunities for connection can change lives.
- Always have an invitation ready for others.
- Reflect on the experiences that have shaped your relationships.
Sound Bites
- "How do we find signal in a noisy world?"
- "Be a pollinator of relationships."
- "Always have an invitation on hand."
Chapters
00:00Navigating Noise in Relationship Building
10:42Creating Exponential Connections Through Experiences
Michael Trainer has spent 30 years learning from Nobel laureates, neuroscientists, and wisdom keepers worldwide. He's the author of RESONANCE: The Art and Science of Human Connection (March 31, 2026), co-creator of Global Citizen and the Global Citizen Festival, and host of the RESONANCE podcast.
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