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“In the process of networking, you hone your story. You actually get a better idea of what you’re trying to convey, how people are reacting to it, and how you need to modify it over time to become even better at telling your story.” – Pat Hedley
Experts in the career, business and entrepreneurial space have said that your network is everything, but many people have a somewhat negative view of networking, viewing it as transactional, perhaps even unnecessary, and certainly burdensome. Today’s Finding Brave expert guest reframes networking as something that is essential, accessible, and life-affirming. She reveals why networking doesn’t have to be stressful, and it can (and should) be joyful, as well as help you learn, share, succeed, and connect in fulfilling ways with others.
Pat Hedley is an investor, advisor and the author of Meet 100 People: A How-to Guide to the Career and Life Edge Everyone’s Missing. Pat spent nearly 30 years at global growth investment firm General Atlantic and now invests privately. She has a special interest in supporting and advising female entrepreneurs.
Now more than ever, building connections and relationships is important for personal and professional success, which is why Pat’s conversation today is so timely. Whether you are already in the corporate world, embarking on a new career, or pursuing your entrepreneurial visions, the strategies Pat shares will encourage you to take empowered action and network with uplifting people who can help you achieve your highest goals, and will help you support others to rise as well.
Highlights from this Episode:
- What drove Pat to write a book about networking to help people navigate this important subject [4:11]
- How writing the book re-affirmed to her how important it is to always share with others about what you are doing [6:05]
- The very first things Pat does before meeting someone new [9:34]
- The ways that adding value for other people will cement and build your relationships with them [12:49]
- A reminder that you always have something to give to every single person you speak with [19:00]
- How networking and connecting with people directly impacts your ability to get funding for your business [20:19]
- The hardest part of networking, and what to do to easily overcome this obstacle [25:43]
- How investors vet new business ideas and the ways in which others can help you demonstrate the great potential of your idea [29:01]
- The role that personal responsibility plays in networking, and ultimately, your success [32:16]
For More Information:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/pathedley/
https://www.instagram.com/meet100people/
https://www.facebook.com/Meet100people
https://twitter.com/patricialhedley
https://twitter.com/meet100people
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Other resources mentioned:
Kathy’s Forbes Blog with Pat, Female Entrepreneurs: Keys To Achieving More Confidence, Success, And Funding Through Networking
Pat’s TEDx Talk, Meet 100 People
Her Medium Articles
Finding Brave Episode 60 with Judy Robinett
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QUOTES FROM TODAY’S SHOW:
“If someone had told me how important it was to focus on your network, I think I would have accelerated certain things in my life and career.” [4:33]
“I will guarantee you that 9 times out of 10, the other person will be happy to talk to you, because they’ve been there before. It’s for them to pay it forward and help you out, because that’s something that somebody else did for them.” [11:56]
“Life is all about learning, so approach other people with this spirit of humility, a desire to learn, a desire to share, and to be helpful.” [12:49]
“Are you the kind of entrepreneur that gathers smart people around you, that finds advisors that have expertise that you don’t have, and that you’re going to learn from? In essence, are you looking for teachers along the way?” [21:06]
“The hardest part [of networking] is making the outreach. It’s actually convincing yourself that you should do it.” [25:43]
“There are sources of capital for any level [of business]. It just depends on how much hustle and work you put into it to be able to access that funding.” [28:25]
“Finding the right people who can be the most helpful to you is probably one of the biggest challenges, and one of the most important challenges, that any entrepreneur can undertake.” [30:29]
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