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Series 2 Ep 4: Jani Rubery

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December 04, 2024•2 min read

SERIES 2 - Episode 4:

Networking: How It Can Boost Your Career and Personal Growth

In this episode Rachel is joined by Executive Coach, Jani Rubery. Rachel and Jani start by discussing why networking is important and how it can be approached in a variety of ways. They go on to explore the benefits of networking, including personal growth, learning from others, and the potential to benefit one's team and organisation. This episode also addresses common attitudes and beliefs that clients have about networking and how to overcome them.

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ABOUT JANI RUBERY

Jani has been an expert in leadership coaching and international consultancy since 1989. She is involved in organisational and executive development at a senior level within a wide range of businesses worldwide. Jani coached groups at London Business School for over 20 years.

Email: jani@ruberyonline.com

Website: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jani-rubery-58b42912

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TOP TIPS SUMMARY

Explore your attitude towards networking, thinking about what might be getting in the way for you, and also consider what the benefits could be if you increased your networking.
Think about who's already in your network and how would you categorise your network, so you can be clear about where the gaps are thinking about network planning.
Start small in a way that's comfortable for you. Plan it, seek out opportunities and get it in the diary.
Networking isn't the sort of thing that tends to happen spontaneously. You do have to put a bit of effort into it and also be very ready to seize opportunities when they arise.
Be realistic about networking. Don't expect instant results - if you think it would help you, enlist support. If there's people that you feel would be interested in attending some of the same events, or if there's someone you think networks really effectively, maybe enlist their support.
Be curious, maybe do some preparation before you meet somebody or before you attend an event.
Ask questions and also consider what you have to offer because you will have something to offer.
So important to follow up after you have met somebody.
Keep going at networking. The more you do, the easier it gets and the better the results.
Congratulate yourself even when you make the smallest of efforts.
Notice results as this will energize you to continue on the journey.