How to Network with Purpose with Klementina (Tina) Sula

If you’re ready to take a leap or at a crossroads moment, do you know where to begin with your networking? Or do you feel overwhelmed with how to create, cultivate, and sustain meaningful  relationships? Life is a relationship business. The connections that we build lead to the opportunities that come our way.

In today’s episode, I’m talking with Tina Sula, a philanthropic advisor and fundraiser, professor, and expert in networking. She’s sharing the importance of knowing what you want, how to make authentic connections, and being clear about your value alignment.

In this episode, you’ll learn…

[03:09] How opportunities are given to us by other people (they don’t just appear out of nowhere) and how to network in a way that lets people know what you are looking for

[09:39] Taking time to reflect on what you really want, and the importance of vulnerability

[17:00] How knowing your why and being able to articulate it can help you achieve your goals

[27:13] How Tina creates structure to help her cultivate and keep up with relationships

[30:15] Understanding the etiquette of following up and building relationships, and Tina’s four-step mindset process for networking

[35:47] Networking is about who knows you and so making your personal brand very clear helps others keep you top of mind for opportunities

[37:07 The importance of value alignment

If you want to be a more authentic networker, but need some help aligning your values on your leap, get a copy of my free change planner to help you figure out your next step.

Get full show notes and the episode transcript: https://www.lisahoashi.com/leaplikeme/episode42