Networking Pro-Tip: Stop Googling. Start Observing.
The best networkers listen before they leap into networking action.
In a swipe-and-send culture, it’s tempting to treat networking like a search engine.
Ask a question, expect an instant answer. Send a message, demand a response. But - spoiler alert - real relationships don’t run on algorithms.
If you want to connect meaningfully, you need to observe — not just click or swipe.
This is the difference between generic network outreach and intentional alignment. Between showing up prepared to engage or showing up self-absorbed.
📌 Before you make your next networking move:
Before reaching out, stop, look and listen. What is the person you're seeking to cultivate a connection with sharing? What's on their mind? Where are they focused? Who are they engaging with? What matters to them right now? Tailor your approach so it sounds like you’ve been paying attention — because guess what, you actually have.
The best networking hack isn’t hacking a short-cut, it's paying attention and putting in the time.