# The Introvert’s Guide to Networking \| Ep\. \#659

**URL:** https://www.singlegrain.com/episodes/marketing-school/the-introverts-guide-to-networking-ep-659/  
**Published:** 2018-05-21  
**Author:** Selena Templeton  
**Summary:** In episode \#659, Eric and Neil discuss how you can be an introvert and still network effectively\. Tune in to hear how you can overcome shyness and build connections\. TIME\-STAMPED\.\.\.  

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In episode #659, Eric and Neil discuss how you can be an introvert and still network effectively. Tune in to hear how you can overcome shyness and build connections.

**TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:**

- \[00:27\] Today’s Topic: _The Introverts Guide to Networking_
- \[00:48\] Eric is an introvert, so networking was a struggle.
- \[01:18\] Eric and his friend had no idea what to do at their first event. Then they realized that other people were just as introverted.
- \[01:40\] At future events, they just introduced themselves to anyone in the room they wanted to speak with. It was a simple opening to future connections.
- \[02:08\] Storytelling is an important way to connect with others.
- \[02:15\] When people feel that they know and understand you, they will connect with you.
- \[02:40\] When people feel a commonality, they are more likely to work and connect with you.
- \[03:00\] Don’t force connections, just find truths and similarities that can facilitate a bond.
- \[03:35\] Don’t be the person just throwing their business cards at every single person.
- \[03:55\] Start with building ONE strong relationship.
- \[04:20\] You can throw dinners for like-minded people ([Mastermind Dinners](http://www.masterminddinners.com/)).
- \[05:01\] It’s not how many people you meet, but the quality of the connections.
- \[05:15\] Drinking isn’t necessary, but it loosens people up.
- \[05:32\] Once you’re used to networking, try to have real conversations with people. Go deeper.
- \[06:08\] That’s it for today!
- \[06:12\] Go to [Singlegrain.com/Giveway](https://www.singlegrain.com/giveaway) for a special marketing tool giveaway!

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