In this LinkedIn Live conversation, our host, Elizabeth Willetts, teams up with career confidence coach Leanne Cooper to unravel the intricacies of networking with a special lens on boosting confidence. Leanne opens up about her own battles with networking fears and dishes out practical advice like scoping out events beforehand and getting there early to mitigate nerves.
The duo dives deep into the essence of staying true to oneself, sharing insights on accent acceptance and tackling appearance worries. They also touch on how to be more approachable at gatherings and the crucial role of follow-up interactions. This episode isn’t just a talk; it’s an interactive experience featuring real stories from listeners, shedding light on common networking obstacles and celebrating the small victories in personal growth.
Enjoyed this conversation? Then check out our previous LinkedIn Live with Leanne, where she gives her expert advice on overcoming perfection for career success. Watch here.
Timestamps
Powerful Preparation (00:01:28)
Leanne Cooper introduces herself and shares her background, emphasising the importance of confidence in career success.
Struggling with Confidence (00:02:59)
Leanne shares her personal experience of struggling with confidence after returning from maternity leave and how it affected her networking abilities.
Overcoming Networking Challenges (00:04:42)
Leanne discusses her initial aversion to networking events and how she overcame her struggles to eventually enjoy networking.
Effective Networking Strategies (00:09:18)
Leanne outlines the three key areas for effective networking: powerful preparation, in-event success, and follow-up mastery, and emphasises the importance of practical action steps and inner self-development work.
Attendees and Preparation (00:16:41)
Tips for preparing for networking events, including checking the guest list and staying up to date on industry-specific topics.
Authenticity and Approachability (00:19:13)
Emphasising the importance of being authentic and approachable in networking and the value of diverse connections.
Overcoming Self-Doubt (00:24:45)
Addressing concerns about adding value to conversations with more experienced individuals and the value of diverse perspectives.
Follow-Up and Self-Recognition (00:28:10)
Recognising personal efforts and achievements and practical tips for post-event follow-up is important.
Connecting with the Speaker (00:31:38)
Ways to connect with the speaker for further discussions and support.
Show Links
Connect with Leanne Cooper on LinkedIn
Connect with Elizabeth Willetts on LinkedIn
Explore Leanne’s Career Confidence Coaching services on her website You First Coach here
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