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The introvert who landed her dream job by networking
Published 5 days ago • 3 min read
Hello Reader, Let me tell you about one of my industry friends.
She's a classic introvert. Sound designer. Freelancer whose paycheque literally depended on networking.
Her first few industry events were a complete disaster.
She'd stand at the back like a wallflower, feeling "icky" about the whole thing. Why? Because she was approaching every conversation thinking "What can I get out of this person?"
The pressure was suffocating.
Then she had a breakthrough: What if I flipped the script?
Instead of "What can I get?" she started thinking "What can I learn? This person probably has something fascinating to teach me!"
Suddenly, networking felt less like sales and more like meeting interesting people.
My friend developed her own introvert playbook:
Always went alone (no safety blanket to hide behind)
Observed first, then approached small groups of 2-3 people
Asked genuinely curious questions and actually listened
Focused on depth over breadth
What resulted? Incredible conversations, valuable connections, and ultimately, her dream job at a major game development company.
Here's the Truth Many People Get Wrong
Networking success has nothing to do with being the loudest or most talkative person in the room.
While extroverts are racing around collecting 30 business cards, introverts are having the 3 conversations people remember six months later.
Your personality isn't your limitation - it's your competitive advantage.
At Our Upcoming Networking & Sales Workshop
At Hello to Soldon February 26th, we're breaking down exactly how to leverage YOUR natural style for networking success.
For Introverts:
Why your deep listening skills create trust that leads to real business
How to prepare so thoroughly you feel confident, not anxious
Why quality beats quantity every single time
For Extroverts:
The W.A.I.T. method (Why Am I Talking?) that transforms overwhelming energy into magnetic presence
The 70/30 formula for listening vs. talking
How to channel enthusiasm into making others feel valued
For Ambiverts:
How to read any room and adapt your approach
When to lean introvert vs. extrovert (and why)
Your strategic flexibility advantage
What You'll Experience
9:00-9:30AM - Networking
9:30 - 10:30 AM: Network Like a Leader (Trina Boos, Boost Academy of Excellence) Interactive workshop focusing on working a room with purpose, creating memorable first impressions, and building genuine connections that lead to opportunity.
10:30-10:45 AM: Coffee break with light refreshments
10:45 AM-12:15 PM: From New Lead to Closing (Paul Doucet, Sandler Systems) What to do with warm leads, effective communication strategies, and advancing conversations without feeling pushy.
"Despite being a people person and truly enjoying deep conversations with strangers, the word networking really intimidates me. I am sure it's the same case for many in my network...
Thank you for organizing such a great event and sharing your insights, they are super helpful."
— Huma Farrukh, Product Designer, Avanade
"For People Lost in a Sea of Faces"
"Trina captured our attention with engaging stories and kept us hooked with insightful, meaningful information about networking and how to feel brave. I appreciated how positive and open the atmosphere was - it was great to connect with others under Trina's guidance.
I recommend this for people struggling with how to network, people who feel lost in a sea of faces, and those looking for a refresh on professional socializing."
My husband did something last year that completely surprised me: he traded his smartphone for a flip phone. The transformation was remarkable - more present in conversations, more engaged at work, genuinely more relaxed.
When I shared his story, I discovered an entire movement of Brooklyn Gen Z youth doing the exact same thing. They call themselves "Luddites," and what they're learning about focus and human connection is the same skill making some professionals stand out and get promoted while others stay stuck.
In this episode, I'm sharing two Luddite-inspired practices you can implement immediately to build the reputation and relationships that lead to promotions.
Available on Boosted – from Unpolished to Promoted, wherever you get your podcasts.
I hope these insights help you communicate more professionally - and I look forward to sharing even more networking strategies with you on February 26th at Hello to Sold.
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