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You finally got the meeting. 🎉
You connected at the mixer. You followed up. You booked the Zoom. And now… you’re sitting there, staring at the screen (or across a table at Starbucks), thinking…
“So… what now?”
If your one-on-one meetings feel like awkward blind dates that lead nowhere, you’re not alone. Most people have never been taught how to have a networking meeting that actually works.
But the truth is, effective one-on-one networking meetings are the secret sauce of relationship-based business growth.
Let’s fix yours right now.
Before you even hop on the call, you should have a solid idea of what you’re hoping to get out of it.
That doesn’t mean you’re showing up with a pitch deck and a square-jawed sales face.
It means you’re clear on what kind of connections you’re looking for:
Whatever it is, know it—and be ready to articulate it in plain English. If you’re not sure how to position your offer for collaborators, your 8-second intro can help you dial that in.
Use a booking link like Calendly to streamline the process and make it professional. Want to take it to the next level? Include questions like:
Asking these before the meeting means you come in hot with relevant insights, thoughtful questions, and a sense of direction.
(Pro tip: Here’s how to set up that Calendly link like a pro. You’ll thank me later.)
Here’s the part most people screw up. The purpose of a one-on-one is not to get something—it’s to give something.
And there are three magic ways to give value:
Let’s say the person across from you is a coach who’s struggling to make consistent income. They mention they’re great at transformation but struggle with finding more clients or converting calls into cash. That’s when you might casually drop this:
“Hey, you ever heard of Rob Goyette’s Laser Coaching model? It’s a game-changer for coaches looking to boost revenue without burning out. I actually have a link to the free training he offers—worth a look.”
Boom. That’s value. You just gave them a resource that could solve a real problem—and they’ll remember you for it.
Always follow up. Even if the meeting doesn’t result in fireworks, send a quick note:
“Great to connect. Let me know how I can support you.”
And if you promised a referral or link? Do it. Like, today. Following through is what separates the amateurs from the people who become legendary connectors. (And if your follow-up strategy could use some polish, this breakdown of how most people blow it is a must-read.)
Effective one-on-one networking meetings aren’t transactional. They’re relationship seeds. Plant them right, and they grow into partnerships, collaborations, and opportunities.
You just have to know how to do it with intention, generosity, and clarity.
The tips above are just a taste. If you want the full system—the one I’ve used to build an empire of powerful connections—you’ll want to grab my book:
👉 The Guy Who Knows A Guy’s Guide to Networking
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Start showing up to your next one-on-one like a pro. The kind of pro people remember.
If your calendar is full of networking calls but your business isn’t growing, your follow-up strategy might be the problem. In fact, I’d say 90% of missed opportunities in networking don’t happen during the event — they happen after it.
That’s right. Your networking follow-up strategy may be slowly strangling your potential. But don’t worry. I’ve got your oxygen mask.
Let’s back up. What’s the point of networking? (Spoiler: It’s not to collect business cards like Pokémon.)
Networking is about building real relationships — the kind that lead to referrals, partnerships, and growth. The key to that? Follow-up.
One brief conversation at a mixer does not a relationship make. You need follow-up — real follow-up. Not the “let’s stay in touch” kind that disappears into the void.
But most people never make it past “Nice meeting you.”
Let’s fix that.
A good networking follow-up strategy does three things:
Let’s break those down.
Every interaction should have a next step.
After that initial call, do you book a follow-up in 30 days? Introduce them to someone? Invite them to your podcast or event? Share a resource?
You don’t always need to sell. In fact, you almost never should. The goal is momentum — keep the ball rolling.
That’s why I recommend creating a Calendly link (or similar scheduling tool) with smart intake questions. It helps you book that next step while keeping things organized.
During your first call, pay attention to what they need — then give it to them. Not a pitch. Not your offer. Actual value.
Three ways to do that?
For example, if someone mentions that they are confused by finance, you could share with them Penelope Jane Smith’s Financial Freedom 101. You’re not selling. You’re helping.
This is what makes people remember you. Not your elevator pitch. Not your clever tagline. But how helpful you were when they didn’t expect it.
You don’t need a CRM that rivals NASA. A spreadsheet, Google Calendar, or a whiteboard is fine — as long as you use it.
The key is to follow up with people you want in your network. If the call was a dud, let it go. But if there was potential, don’t let it die in the “we should do something sometime” zone.
And please — don’t be weird. Follow up like a human being. Remember something from your conversation. Share a relevant resource. Be yourself.
You’re not going to build a powerful, opportunity-generating network by accident. You need a networking follow-up strategy that works — one built on action, value, and consistency.
The best part? You don’t need to invent this from scratch. I wrote the book on it — literally.
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Let’s fix your follow-up — and your network.
When it comes to building real relationships, learning how to provide value in networking is the secret sauce. It’s the difference between being remembered and being forgotten before dessert. And if you want networking to actually work for you—bringing leads, referrals, and meaningful connections—this is where you start.
Most people approach networking with a “What can I get?” mindset. But if you flip that into “What can I give?” you become magnetic—the kind of person everyone wants in their circle.
In this article, I’ll show you exactly how to provide value in networking in a way that’s authentic, generous, and (here’s the kicker) strategic.
By the way, if you’re not sure what not to do, check out Why Most Networking Fails (And What to Do Instead). It’s a crash course in avoiding the schmooze-and-lose trap.
When it comes to how to provide value in networking, introductions are the A-list move.
Let’s say you meet someone who needs help with their social media, and two conversations later you meet a strategist who lives for Instagram. You’ve just become the connection genie.
✨ Poof—friendship, gratitude, and reputation boost, all in one.
And if you want to make that introduction unforgettable, snap a selfie with the person you’re introducing, then send it in a quick email or text to the other person. It creates instant social proof, and both parties now associate you with something positive and proactive.
Advice is another great example of how to provide value in networking, especially when it’s tailored and welcomed.
Don’t just info-dump. Instead, listen. Then offer something like:
“Hey, you mentioned looking to learn how to get paid to speak. My friend Orly Amor has a program called the Paid Gig Accelerator. It’s all about finding paid speaking opportunities—thousands of them. You should definitely check it out.”
The key is to only share advice when it’s relevant and useful. When you do, you become a go-to resource.
Yes, making an offer can be a way to provide value—if someone expresses a need that your service solves.
Here’s the right way to do it:
“Would you like help with that?”
That simple question is an invitation, not a pitch. It creates space for a conversation, not a sales presentation. You’re offering a solution, not twisting arms.
Want to make scheduling calls seamless? Use a tool like Calendly to set up a booking link with custom questions. I even wrote a quick guide to how to create a Calendly link.
When you lead with value—whether it’s an introduction, advice, or an offer—you’re sending a message:
“I see you. I want to help. I’m not here to take. I’m here to build something.”
That’s rare. That’s powerful. And it’s exactly how to provide value in networking and stand out in a sea of salesy small talk.
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Networking is one of the most powerful tools in your business arsenal… and also one of the most misused. Walk into any typical networking event and you’ll find a parade of people handing out business cards like Halloween candy, rattling off pitchy introductions, and leaving with a stack of names they’ll never follow up on.
Sound familiar?
The truth is, most networking fails—not because people are lazy or bad at it, but because they’re doing it backwards.
They’re trying to get before they ever think about how to give.
Let’s fix that.
Most people walk into a networking event thinking, “How can I make a sale?” That’s like showing up to a first date with a wedding ring and a detailed proposal. Too soon, my friend. Too soon.
The real goal of networking is not to close a deal in the room—it’s to identify people you want to follow up with and build relationships. The money? The deals? The magic? That happens in the follow-up.
So stop treating every handshake like a sales opportunity, and start treating it like an invitation to a deeper connection.
1. No Clarity on Goals
If you don’t know what you’re there for, neither does anyone else. Walk in knowing who you’re looking to meet—your ideal partners, clients, vendors, mentors—and what kind of conversations you want to have.
2. Talking Too Much (or Not Enough)
Ever meet someone who monologues about their business until your eyes glaze over? Or someone so vague you’re not sure what they even do? Don’t be that person. Start with a tight, clear 8-second intro (learn to do that here), then ask great questions. Make it about them.
3. No Follow-Up
You leave with a pocket full of business cards, toss them on your desk, and forget all about them. Weeks later, you can’t remember who they were or why you wanted to talk. Effective networking always includes timely, intentional follow-up. If you’re not doing that, you’re not networking.
Networking done right doesn’t feel like selling. It feels like helping. And when people like you and trust you, business happens naturally.
If this resonated with you, you’ll love my book The Guy Who Knows a Guy’s Guide to Networking. It goes deep into strategies, tactics, and mindset shifts that will change how you connect forever.
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Let’s stop networking the hard way. Let’s do it the right way.
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.
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!
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:
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.
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:
Boom. You walk into every call with context. You’ve already skipped the awkward 5 minutes of “so, uh, what do you do again?”
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.)
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.
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.
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.
You know how everyone says, “You only get one chance to make a first impression”?
Well, when you’re networking, that impression better fit into 8 seconds.
Not 30. Not 60. Eight.
That’s because most networking interactions start with one lightning-fast moment of attention. If you use that moment to rattle off your job title and the industry buzzwords you think sound impressive… you’ve already lost them.
The 8-Second Intro is not about who you are.
It’s about the problem you solve—and for whom you solve it.
Let’s break it down.
This line introduces the problem, and it’s crucial that it’s phrased in the third person.
Not “You know how you struggle with,” but rather:
“You know how some people…” or “You know how businesses often…”
You want to invite them into shared understanding without making it about them (yet).
Now you bring in the solution. And spoiler: the solution is not your job title.
Here’s the formula:
You know how [the problem]? What I do is [the solution].
That’s it. Simple. Memorable. Effective.
Let’s look at some examples.
❌ “I’m a realtor. I help people buy and sell homes.”
🙄 Yawn. So does literally every other realtor in the universe.
✅ “You know how buying a home can be one of the most stressful experiences of your life? What I do is guide people through the process so it’s easy and even enjoyable.”
🔥 Boom. Now you’re not a realtor. You’re a stress-busting dream home sherpa.
❌ “I’m a business coach.”
🤷 Cool story.
✅ “You know how entrepreneurs get stuck working 60 hours a week and still don’t see results? What I do is help them design systems so their business works even when they don’t.”
Now that’s someone I want to talk to.
And most importantly: it opens the door to a real conversation.
Don’t write your 8-Second Intro once and carve it in stone.
You’ll want to tweak it for different audiences, events, or goals.
But always keep the core structure.
Because structure = clarity.
And clarity = connections.
The 8-Second Intro is just one of many powerful tools you’ll master in
The Guy Who Knows a Guy’s Guide to Networking — a real-world guide to building relationships that turn into results.
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Yesterday, on the Pathways to Paydays Summit, one of the people who accepted hotseat coaching was at step 0 of her business.
She has no sales, no clear offer, no real business.
I gave her a piece of advice which I believe will also be powerful for hundreds of you in my community because few people will say it.
Continue reading “The Small Goal That Makes a Big Win”We hear it all the time: “New Year, New You!”
Why?
Because it sells stuff. It sounds easy. Throw out that old you that’s not working out and get a new one.
I would like to invite you to never say it ever again.
You have spent many years becoming the you that you are. Your knowledge, relationships, skills, habits, ideas, beliefs, convictions, passions all make up who you are.
Most of it is good. All of it is you.
What does it imply to say “new year, new me?” It implies that the old you, the you who is saying those words, is crap.
If I say “new year, new washing machine,” my old washing machine is ending up in a landfill. Does your current self, your entire self, belong in a landfill? Of course not, and I’ll prove it.
Sit down right now and write the 10 best things about yourself. Does the person who those 10 things apply to need to be thrown out and replaced.
NO!
You don’t need a new you next year. You need the you that God made, that you are right now, slightly better next year!
My car runs quite well, in spite of its 188,000 miles, but sometimes it has a slight hesitation accelerating under certain situations.
The effect is the whole car, but it’s probably just one small part, maybe the fuel pump.
Take a look a this. It’s the whole car and the fuel pump in proportion to it…
In the whole big car, there’s one tiny part that maybe needs to be replaced or fixed. Every other part of the car is great.
Maybe you need a new, clearer set of goals.
Maybe you need new habits.
Maybe you need a new budgeting system.
Maybe you need to finally clean your office.
In 2025, you will be the same wonderful, brilliant, passionate, inspired child of God that you were in 2024.
Do you need to grow? Absolutely.
Do you need to learn? Definitely.
Do you need to change everything? NO!
-Michael Whitehouse
The Guy Who Knows a Guy
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In this webinar, you are absolutely guaranteed to not learn one single solitary useful tip, tool, or technique on the topic.
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