
Organize your network into three tiers: tier one, tier two, and tier three; track contacts, and maintain regular, value-driven outreach to strengthen relationships.
Measure and iterate your networking effectiveness by tracking controllable actions—events attended, conversations started, and introductions—while logging soft metrics to refine future outreach.
Ground yourself to stay calm, then use facial expressions, open posture, and eye contact to seem approachable; practice reflective listening with mindful gestures within a well-lit zoom frame.
Identify your networking goals: career advancement, business development, knowledge sharing, or friendship. Then match events like industry conferences, mixers, panel discussions, workshops, and peer coaching circles to those aims.
Master entry and exit strategies for networking to leave strong first and lasting impressions. Assess the room, approach groups confidently, and follow up on LinkedIn.
Refresh your LinkedIn profile with a value-focused headline, an engaging about section, updated job history, a background picture, and volunteer highlights, plus a quarterly engagement routine.
Learn etiquette for facilitating introductions by balancing power dynamics, preparing concise context, securing consent from both parties, and closing the loop.
Are you tired of networking that feels awkward, transactional, or just plain ineffective? You’re not alone—and you’re not stuck.
Smart Tips: Networking is your fast, flexible guide to mastering the art of authentic connection. Led by executive coach and former Silicon Valley design leader Tutti Taygerly, this course offers 47 laser-focused micro lessons—each under 5 minutes—designed to help you network with purpose, personality, and ease.
Whether you’re looking for a new job, building your business, or expanding your influence, you’ll get actionable tools to help you show up with confidence and build real relationships.
What You’ll Learn:
• How to shift your mindset and stop feeling awkward about networking
• Science-backed reasons why connection matters for your success and well-being
• Tools to identify and grow your personal network—from Tier 1 allies to loose LinkedIn ties
• How to network effectively as an introvert or someone with limited time
• Crafting a memorable elevator pitch and making a great first impression
• Building a sustainable follow-up system that feels natural (not needy)
• Leveraging GenAI to draft messages, research people, and prep for events
• How to handle rejection, silence, and the hidden biases that get in your way
Why Smart Tips Works:
Each lesson is a standalone micro-coaching session you can watch anytime. No fluff, no filler—just practical insights and clear actions you can apply immediately. Jump around. Watch what you need, when you need it.