EPISODE · Jun 11, 2026 · 1H
Sarah Hubbard on How Women Can Network with Confidence, Visibility, and Authenticity
from Wait - What Do You Do Again? | Careers, Life, and the Surprising Paths We Take · host Meghan DeFord
Sarah Hubbard thinks most networking advice is completely backwards.If the word "networking" makes you think of awkward small talk, forced elevator pitches, and collecting business cards you'll never use, this conversation is for you.Sarah is the author of The Intentional Networker and shares a refreshing approach to building meaningful professional relationships that doesn't require becoming someone you're not. We talk about confidence, visibility, introversion, women in business, authenticity, and why the best networking starts with genuine human connection.In this episode, we discuss:• Why most people misunderstand networking• The mindset shifts that make networking easier• How women can show up more visibly and confidently• The stories we tell ourselves about belonging• Sarah's MAP Framework for intentional networking• Follow-up strategies that actually build trust• Why networking is a skill, not a personality traitWhether you're an entrepreneur, a professional looking to grow your career, or someone who breaks into a cold sweat at the thought of a networking event, you'll walk away with practical tools you can use immediately.More about Sarah and to purchase her book, visit: https://sarah-hubbard.com/
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Sarah Hubbard thinks most networking advice is completely backwards.If the word "networking" makes you think of awkward small talk, forced elevator pitches, and collecting business cards you'll never use, this conversation is for you.Sarah is the author of The Intentional Networker and shares a refreshing approach to building meaningful professional relationships that doesn't require becoming someone you're not. We talk about confidence, visibility, introversion, women in business, authenticity, and why the best networking starts with genuine human connection.In this episode, we discuss:• Why most people misunderstand networking• The mindset shifts that make networking easier• How women can show up more visibly and confidently• The stories we tell ourselves about belonging• Sarah's MAP Framework for intentional networking• Follow-up strategies that actually build trust• Why networking is a skill, not a personality traitWhether you're an entrepreneur, a professional looking to grow your career, or someone who breaks into a cold sweat at the thought of a networking event, you'll walk away with practical tools you can use immediately.More about Sarah and to purchase her book, visit: https://sarah-hubbard.com/
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