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In this workshop, Connection Strategist Baily Hancock dove into the importance of building intentional communities and finding "your people" for both personal and professional growth. Baily shared actionable frameworks and guided participants in curating their ideal communities and strengthening casual acquaintances. For those looking to expand their networks or deepen relationships with authenticity and purpose, this workshop offered valuable tools and inspiration.
Understanding the Importance of Finding Your People – The value of building reciprocal relationships with individuals who align with your goals and values.
Building and Expanding Your Network – Tips for broadening your network and connecting intentionally with like-minded people.
Strengthening Casual Connections – Techniques to engage with acquaintances and elevate casual connections into more meaningful relationships.
Deepening Existing Relationships – Approaches to nurture and invest in relationships you already have to build stronger bonds.
Leveraging Your Existing Network for Referrals – How to use your current network as a resource for introductions, insights, and opportunities.
The ABCs of Seeking Support – A practical framework for requesting introductions or assistance effectively: Ask, Be clear about intentions, and Clarify your credibility.
Q&A – We opened the floor for questions and comments, which included a question about what to do when you don't feel like connecting, and how to find a support group for adult only children taking care of aging parents.
Activity
We wrapped up with an activity on intentional connection-building. Baily encouraged participants to think about:3 important people in your life and how you met them
2 social circles you’re already part of that you could engage in more deeply
1 casual connection you’d like to nurture further
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