EPISODE · Mar 25, 2026 · 3 MIN
Stop Networking — It's Making You Invisible
from Conspiracy Theories Exploring The Unseen · host Michael Fortune
Let’s dive right in. Today, we’re tackling a thought-provoking idea: what if networking, as we know it, is actually holding you back? The conventional wisdom around networking has long been that it’s your ticket to career advancement, but recent studies show a different picture, especially for women.A 2025 study by Monday Girl found that a staggering 67% of Canadian professional women feel awkward at traditional networking events. Not only that, but 60% believe these events don’t actually help them forge meaningful connections in their industries. This raises an important question: are these events truly beneficial, or do they contribute to feelings of invisibility?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.
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Let’s dive right in. Today, we’re tackling a thought-provoking idea: what if networking, as we know it, is actually holding you back? The conventional wisdom around networking has long been that it’s your ticket to career advancement, but recent studies show a different picture, especially for women.A 2025 study by Monday Girl found that a staggering 67% of Canadian professional women feel awkward at traditional networking events. Not only that, but 60% believe these events don’t actually help them forge meaningful connections in their industries. This raises an important question: are these events truly beneficial, or do they contribute to feelings of invisibility?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/conspiracy-theories-exploring-the-unseen--5194379/support.
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