Guest:
Wendy Howell
CEO at Executive Council Network | Advocate for Women & Community Builder | Former Chief of Staff at Cisco
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Host:
Melissa Aarskaug
Executive Connect | Website
YouTube: @ExecutiveConnect
Episode Overview:
In this episode of the Executive Connect Podcast, host Melissa Aarskaug sits down with Wendy Howell to unpack the art and impact of networking. From boardrooms to nonprofit circles, Wendy’s career is powered by meaningful connections. This conversation covers everything from strategic relationship-building to the ripple effect of community engagement. It’s a practical, inspiring look at how powerful your network can be—when it’s built with purpose.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introductions and Overview
01:25 – Investing in Meaningful Connections
08:18 – Strategic Networking Practices
15:30 – Balancing Networking Commitments
20:18 – Networking for Community Engagement
27:16 – Use Multiple Networking Platforms
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