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Praise for No Fear Networking "This book is for anyone who wants to get better at creating genuine connections with others... not just 'network' in a gross, transactional way."
-ANN HANDLEY, Wall Street Journal bestselling author of
Everybody Writes and Chief Content Officer, MarketingProfs "
No Fear Networking is a guide to building connections without the overwhelm. Michaela Alexis shares practical, no-nonsense advice that helps people step out of their comfort zone and create real, lasting relationships."
-JOHN HALL, Chief Advisor at Relevance.com, Co-founder of Calendar.com, and bestselling author of
Top of Mind "Have you ever walked into a room full of strangers, expected to network, only to feel your stomach tie itself in knots? Fear not! Michaela Alexis's
No Fear Networking is the recipe for success you've been craving. I've watched Michaela rise from battling social anxiety to inspiring others, and this book serves up a feast of wisdom garnished with personal anecdotes and expert insights. What sets it apart is Michaela's real-world tested advice. It's not just theory-it's a proven recipe for networking success that will help you cook up meaningful connections and watch your career rise like a perfect soufflé."
-PHIL MERSHON, author of the bestselling book,
Unforgettable, Director of Experience for Social Media Examiner, event coach and speaker "Social anxiety isn't a one-size-fits-all disorder; it's a spectrum. For some, it's a nagging discomfort. For others, it's a debilitating fear that locks you in place. This book is for those who want to navigate that spectrum and find strategies that work, not to eliminate anxiety but to coexist with it."
-SWISH GOSWAMI, Serial Entrepreneur and author of
The Young Entrepreneur "Concerned about rejection? Learn to put aside your fears with Michaela's book. You'll discover how to open lots of doors and secure a much brighter future!"
-MICHAEL STELZNER, founder of Social Media Examiner and Social Media Marketing World
List of contents
Introduction 1
Part I Understanding the Role of Social Anxiety in Networking 5 Chapter 1 Understanding Social Anxiety 7
Chapter 2 The Power of Networking 15
Part II Prepping for Success 29 Chapter 3 Mindset Makeover for People Who Can't People 31
Chapter 4 Developing a Magnetic Personal Brand 49
Chapter 5 Crafting Your Networking Game Plan 67
Part III Networking Skills for the Socially Anxious Professional 91 Chapter 6 Mastering the S-Word (Small Talk) 93
Chapter 7 Harnessing the Power of Online Networking: LinkedIn and Beyond 117
Chapter 8 Face-to-Face Networking Without Fear 155
Part IV Overcoming Setbacks 173 Chapter 9 Dealing with Rejection and Failure 175
Chapter 10 Conclusion 189
Appendix: Networking Resources and Tools 191
Notes 195
Acknowledgments 203
About the Author 205
Index 207
About the author
MICHAELA ALEXIS is one of North America's most in-demand experts on LinkedIn topics. She has written dozens of articles that have received millions of views and been featured on CNBC,
The New York Times, Buzzfeed,
Inc., and other notable media outlets. She is an official LinkedIn Learning instructor.
