So, you’ve decided to stop playing “schedule tag” over email and level up your networking game. Bravo! 🥳 Step one on your journey to networking greatness? Creating a calendar booking link that screams I’ve got my act together.
Let’s talk Calendly. Because nothing kills the flow of a great networking moment like:
“Hey, I’d love to follow up. Want to email me some times?”
“Sure! What time zone are you in again?”
“Are you free next Thursday?”
[5 days later]
“Sorry, I got busy. Still interested?”
Yikes.
Here’s how to create a clean, simple, pro-level scheduling experience that sets the tone for a powerful connection.
Step 1: Sign Up for Calendly
Go to Calendly.com and sign up for a free account (or a paid account if you want all the features. It’s cheap.) That’s it. Step 1 complete. Look at you go!
Step 2: Create a New Event Type
Click “New Event Type.” I recommend starting with a 20-30 minute 1:1 meeting—perfect for those quick “get to know you” networking follow-ups.
Set the event name to something clear like:
- “Quick Networking Chat”
- “Coffee Connection Call (BYO coffee ☕)”
- “Let’s Meet!”
Set your availability to reflect when you’re generally free (and sane). Don’t open your calendar 24/7 unless you’re trying to win the World Record for Most Burnout.
Step 3: Add Smart Questions
This is where the magic happens. Don’t skip this.
Calendly lets you ask questions when someone books. This lets you show up to the call like a mind-reading genius.
Here are some sample questions to include:
- How did we meet or get connected?
- What are you hoping to get out of this conversation?
- Who are great connections for you?
- Anything else you want to share ahead of time?
Boom. You walk into every call with context. You’ve already skipped the awkward 5 minutes of “so, uh, what do you do again?”
Step 4: Copy Your Link and Keep It Handy
Calendly will give you a link that looks like this:
https://calendly.com/yourname/coffeechat
Save that somewhere you can easily grab it. Paste it in your Zoom chats. Add it to your email signature. Tattoo it on your forearm. (Okay, maybe don’t do that.)
Bonus Pro Tip: Customize the Confirmation Page
If you’ve got a resource, podcast, or event to share, Calendly lets you redirect folks after they book. Use that space to give value right away—just like I teach in the book.
Don’t Be a Calendar Caveman
Having a booking link doesn’t just save time—it sets you apart. It says:
📌 I respect your time.
📌 I’m organized.
📌 I’m serious about connecting.
And if you’re building your network, credibility matters from the first click.
Want to Get This Right the First Time?
Creating a Calendly link is just the beginning. To really rock your networking game (and never be ignored at a mixer again), grab your copy of The Guy Who Knows a Guy’s Guide to Networking. You’ll learn how to use that booking link like a boss—and build a network that actually works for you.