And i just noticed that networking often feels really artificial, like we’re all just putting on masks to make these connections. At my last event, everyone was trying so hard to sell themselves instead of just having genuine conversations. Why do we do it that way? Isn’t it more effective to build real relationships?
, I totally get where you’re coming from — it drives me nuts when networking events feel so staged; I just want to have real conversations. I’ve found that approaching people with a genuine question about their work helps break that ice — like asking about a project they’re excited.
It’s definitely tough when everyone feels like they’re just trying to sell something. I’ve found that being curious about what others are passionate about helps break the ice and leads to more genuine conversations. Have you tried asking about a project they’re excited about?