The Introverts Edge to Networking, Matthew Pollard
The Introverts Edge to Networking, Matthew Pollard
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The Introvert's Edge to Networking
Work the Room. Leverage Social Media. Develop Powerful Connections

Author: Matthew Pollard, Derek Lewis, Jeb Blount

Narrator: Jamie Jackson, Matthew Pollard

Unabridged: 7 hr 30 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 01/19/2021

Synopsis

One of the biggest myths that plagues the business world today is that our ability to network depends on having the “gift-of-gab.” You don’t have to be outgoing to be successful at networking. You don’t have to become a relentless self-promoter. In fact, you don’t have to act like an extrovert at all.The truth is that when introverts are armed with a plan that lets them be their authentic selves, they make the best networkers.Matthew Pollard, an introvert himself, draws on over a decade of research and real-world examples to provide an actionable blueprint for introverted networking. A sequel to Pollard’s international bestseller The Introvert’s Edge: How the Quiet and Shy Can Outsell Anyone, this book masterfully confronts the stigma around the so-called extroverted arena of networking.In The Introvert’s Edge to Networking, you’ll discover how to:Overcome your fear and discomfort when networkingTurn networking into a repeatable systemLeverage your innate introverted strengthsTarget and connect with top influencersLeverage the power of virtual and social networkingThe introvert’s roadmap to success doesn’t look like the extroverts, we’re different and we should embrace that.Whether you’re a small business owner struggling to make a living or a professional who’s hit a career plateau, The Introvert’s Edge to Networking is your path to a higher income and a rolodex of powerful connections.

About Matthew Pollard

Matthew Pollard, known as "The Rapid Growth Guy," works with businesses around the world, from startups to Fortune 500 companies like Microsoft and Capital One. Responsible for launching five zero-to-million-dollar businesses, he also founded Austin's Small Business Festival, which is now a nationwide event. A native of Australia, he splits his time between North Carolina and Texas.

About Derek Lewis

DEREK LEWIS is a business writer who works with leaders from GE, the International Monetary Fund, and SAP. He lives in Baton rouge, Lousiana.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Rachel

I was given an Advanced Reader Copy of this book by the publisher in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own* The Introvert's Edge to Networking: Work the Room. Leverage Social Media. Develop Powerful Connections is a great resource for those who have their own business o......more

Goodreads review by Mayke ☕️

I expected this book to be focused on the concept of being introvert in combination with networking in many ways (for business, finding a job, meeting new people), but was quite underwhelmed by it. This book solely focuses on people that are small business owners in the sense of consultants and coac......more

Goodreads review by Aaron

I get the sense that "networking" means something different to this guy than to me. This largely boils down to a set of stories and tips on marketing and sales. In my industry at least, if you called yourself "The X Architect" or something equally eye-roll-inducing you'd be laughed out of the room.......more

Goodreads review by Edward

I was given an ecopy of this book in exchange for a fair and honest review. Thanks to Netgalley and Harpercollins for the opportunity. This book caught my eye because it addresses what I see as a professional weakness that I have as an introvert. The author clearly has found his niche in life, and l......more

Quotes

'A must for any professional. Matthewshows you how to develop relationshipsthat will change your life!'--TOM DEKLE, VP at IBM and AA-ISP LifetimeAchievement recipient

'A proven approach written by someone who'sactually done it. If you're looking for an actionableguide to genuine and effective networking, this is it.'--NEIL PATEL, Wall Street Journal top influencer

'For introverts who shudder at the ideaof working a room, this refreshing guideis a long-awaited answer.'--MARSHALL GOLDSMITH,Thinkers50 Hall of Fame Inductee

'If you find networking a dreadful, butnecessary, chore, Matthew will provideyou with useful strategies and language tomake the process much more accessible.'--NANCY ANCOWITZ,author of Self-Promotion for Introverts

'If you have an exceptional offering,yet no one 'gets it,' Pollard's book is for you.'--MIKE MICHALOWICZ, author of Profit First

'Matthew masterfully confronts the stigma aroundthe so-called extroverted arena of networking,demonstrating that introverts have exactly what ittakes to outshine everyone else in the room.'--DEREK LIDOW, Chair of theEntrepreneurship Faculty at Princeton University

'Matthew shows introverts how to turn networkingfrom dreadful and pointless to profitable andvaluable. Best of all, I have personally experiencedhow Matthew lives out the words in this book.I can say wholeheartedly that if you practice whatthis book teaches, you will grow and serveothers like never before.'--TOM ZIGLAR, CEO of Ziglar, Inc.

'Matthew's guidance takes the concept offramework and standardization to the next level,offering a meaningful strategy that works in anyroom, for any introverted business professional.'--DR. IVAN MISNER, founder of BNIand New York Times bestselling author

'Sage advice for all entrepreneurs!'--MICHAEL E. GERBER, creator ofThe New York Times bestselling E-Myth books

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