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Networking is just another word for creating community. No matter your career path or industry, you will need others to learn, develop, and reach goals. Begin to cultivate these relationships on a personal level. Invite, host, ask for perspective, and put intention behind creating that circle of connections. 

Even Dracula has an inner self. Join Darbe and Suzanne as they discuss "inner leader" and the benefits of tuning into the voice that knows you best. Yes, that would be you. Your voice. It's easier than you think. Press play. Trust us.

   “ ‘Networking seems so inauthentic!’ Really? ‘Cause you have been doing it since you were a kid. Snack time, sharing, show and tell, and the school bus are all examples of creating community, whether accidental or intentional. And that, my friend, is what we call networking. Join our Executive Director Eric Johnson and his kids Siena, Brayden, and Siena's friend Chloe as we discuss networking tips and tricks that we have known all along, even way back to elementary school.  Siena, Brayden, and Chloe's wisdom will remind you it’s not that tough to connect with others. And truly? Networking is mostly about making people feel cared for, included, and appreciated. That sounds pretty authentic to us! Thank you, Siena, Brayden, and Chloe for your stories, humor, and advice!!! Like what you hear? Check us out on our other platforms, as well!! You can connect with us on Instagram: @TheCoachingQuotient, on Twitter: @QuotientThe, and via email: thecoachingquotient@gmail.com! We would love to hear your feedback!

I pressed the send button and… oh no, I didn’t, I couldn’t have… Yup, you did. You submitted with an error. NOW WHAT?! Breathe and tune in to The Coaching Quotient. Listen to Career and Executive Coaches Darbe Allison and Suzanne Fodor discuss that dreaded moment when you submit materials with an error. We can give you a small shovel so you can dig yourself out.

You have researched your companies, your resume is tweaked, and the car is packed. You are on your way to a Career Conference! Do you have an action plan for when you walk in the door? Well, tune into The Coaching Quotient and turn up the volume on your networking. Discuss Career Conference strategies with Career and Executive Coaches Darbe Allison and Suzanne Fodor. Career Conferences can be one of the best investments you can make in your networking.

Beads of sweat gather on your brow and your cuticles are worn from typing, but gosh darn it you submitted 20 applications for jobs, now what? Well, mop that brow and get back to typing, you need to add some networking to your applications. Join Career and Executive Coaches Darbe Allison and Suzanne Fodor as they give tips for putting your energy toward networking to better support your job search. Application spraying no more!!

You gathered great information. You laughed, you expressed your research and fit with the company… nooooowwwww for the follow up to your informational interview. There are many ways to secure this relationship so join The Coaching Quotient as Career and Executive Coaches Darbe Allison and Suzanne Fodor discuss deepening relationships in your networking. You will hear tactics for securing the follow up conversation and perhaps a few stories regarding Suzanne and Darbe’s networking wins… and faux pas.

“I have an informational interview… Now what?!!!” Are your palms a bit sweaty and is your heart racing? Well, good luck with that! No, seriously!! We have your networking worries covered in this minisode of The Coaching Quotient. Listen to Career and Executive Coaches Darbe Allison and Suzanne Fodor give some brief strategies for how to start the conversation and keep the momentum going in your informational interview. Join us for a chat! Maybe we can calm some of those nerves.

“Yes, I think I can have that finished any time between this afternoon and next February… in the afternoon of February.” Does your self-talk around time management sound a bit like this? Then your time management struggle may be affecting your networking efficiency and other areas of your life. Listen to Career and Executive Coaches Darbe Allison and Suzanne Fodor discuss tactics for bring time management into your networking. Whether it is setting goals, respecting timelines, or just gathering all your networking notes in one spot, we have some ideas for you. Grab a snack and listen to Episode 7 of The Coaching Quotient. You won’t be sorry.

How many times have you reached out to a new connections and heard crickets? Now What? What do you do when your reach out goes without reply? Join Career and Executive Coaches Darbe Allison and Suzanne Fodor for a Now What? minisode as they offer advice on how to handle this common networking situation.

“I don’t think I’d EVER have coffee with this person”… Or… “I do believe this person is the human version of the Grinch.” What thoughts to have in the middle of a conversation or interview! But it happens, doesn’t it? So, what do you do when you are networking with someone with whom you don’t have a connection or who reminds you of your biggest nightmare? We have you covered in this next episode of The Coaching Quotient. Join Career and Executive Coaches Darbe Allison and Suzanne Fodor as they discuss tactics for creating connection and adjusting your communication style to reach the toughest of the tough in your networking.

Are you someone who only networks when you need something? The power of your network is dependent on how you maintain it, both through sincerity and depth. Think of your professional network as an insurance policy: you always want to have it ready and accessible when you need it. Listen to Suzanne and Darbe as they guide you through networking with a community mindset.

This episode covers the myths and tactics for networking as an extrovert; including how to support your introverted pal in networking and what you can learn from their style! Follow your extroverted guide, Suzanne, as she leads the chat, blurts, and helps you navigate those networking situations with humility, self-awareness, and professionalism.

This episode covers myths and tactics for networking as an introvert; including what your extroverted pals can learn from you! Follow your introverted guide, Darbe, as she leads the discussion, has moments of quiet, and helps you navigate those networking situations with confidence and professionalism.

Hey guys! Check out our first minisode: What to do after you've networked at a career conference or event*. We created these minisodes because we thought you could use bite-sized doses of helpful info for situations that leave you asking yourself, "Now what?" *Yes, we realize that we reference an episode that is likely not out yet...whoops! Guess you will just have to keep listening :) Thanks for being kind!

Once you’ve connected with someone, how will you communicate your story? Episode two of The Coaching Quotient guides you through the important skill of storytelling. Being a good storyteller takes practice, understanding the story you want to tell, and strategic highlighting of the values, skills, and attributes that are important to communicate. Follow Darbe and Suzanne as they break down the components of telling an effective story!

Welcome to the very first episode of The Coaching Quotient Podcast! Curious about what drives networking conversations? Let us tell you: purpose and intention! Want to learn more? Press play, join us for a good discussion, and possibly a laugh or two!