Stop Collecting Cards: The Real Strategy for Business Networking

Do you dread networking events that feel like a non-stop barrage of business cards and sales pitches? You're not alone. Rashesh Doshi, Managing Director of Talent Corner HR Services, joins Harmonious at Lunch to reframe how leaders should approach building connections. With over two decades of experience, Rashesh argues that the true power of networking is found in listening, not talking, and in giving, not just taking.

He shares a compelling story of how his network came through during a family emergency, proving that real connections extend far beyond business referrals. This episode provides a framework for both introverts and extroverts to build a powerful, reciprocal network, including the "Giver's Game" principle and practical tools for maintaining relationships without feeling pushy. Stop leaving events with a stack of cards and start building a network that supports your business and your life.

In This Episode:

[00:00] - Intro: The Side of Business You Either Love or Hate

[02:07] - The Biggest Mistake: Networking is About Knowing Them, Not Them Knowing You

[03:22] - A Powerful Story: When Your Network Becomes a Lifeline in a Crisis

[06:30] - The Value of Transactional Groups like BNI: The Science of Networking

[09:35] - The Introvert's Challenge: How to Consistently Follow Up & Build Relationships

[10:40] - The "Giver's Game": Why Helping Others First Is the Ultimate Strategy

[12:15] - Treat Networking Like a Gym: Building a Daily 15-Minute Habit

[13:10] - Modern Tools to Manage Your Network (DEX, Lunchbox, Coffee Mug)

[15:20] - How to Connect with Rashesh Doshi

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Learn more from Rashesh Doshi & Talent Corner:

Visit the Talent Corner website to see how Rashesh has built a leading, people-centric HR services company across India: https://www.talentcorner.in

Connect with Rashesh Doshi: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rasheshdoshi/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talentcornerhr/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TalentCorner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talentcorner_hr

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