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Why Networking Events Feel So Awkward (And How to Fix It)

Substack Live with Greg - The Introverted Networker and Shaena Harrison - Your Professional Wing Woman

Most people think they’re bad at networking.

But after this conversation, you might realize the real problem is how networking events are designed.

In this discussion with Shaena Harrison, founder of Wingpeople.io, we talk about:

  • Why networking events feel awkward

  • How to make networking easier

  • Better ways to start conversations

  • How contextual introductions change everything

  • Why relationship-building beats pitching

If networking has ever felt forced, performative, or exhausting, this conversation will completely reframe it.

👇 Let me know in the comments:

What’s the most awkward networking event you’ve ever attended?

Bonus points is you can beat the “armpit-sniffing” event we discussed!

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