meeting with one person can lead to a handful of new intro-
ductions, each of whom inspires a new idea to pursue.
Be prepared. If the person you’re meeting with has an
online presence, do your research beforehand. At the meeting,
take notes to show your interest, remember key information
for later, and remind yourself of this connection if need be in
the future.
Be patient. It’s unreasonable to expect that one meeting
will land you a job or a sale the next day, but the networking
will work. Trust the process, and you’ll know your network is
working for you when you get a call out of the blue.
A couple months into my process, I was somewhat reluc-
tantly enjoying a holiday weekend on a nearby island. Because
I hadn’t yet found a new role, I felt I didn’t deserve to watch
the stunning sunset when I got a call from my HR friend. She
said she had a great contact for me, and she was right. My
first interview was over the phone, and the second over – you
guessed it – a coffee. Although this chapter is incomplete, it
has the makings of a dream job. At the very least, it will be
another fantastic addition to my network.
Brenna Pavey is a strategic communications specialist based in Perth, Western
Australia. Originally from Los Angeles, she has worked as a wordsmith, project
manager, lobbyist, change agent, and tech strategist in a range of sectors, from
tourism and banking to energy and the public service.
Brenna has an MBA from the University of Western Australia and a BA from UC
Berkeley.
Brenna Pavey
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