Helen Nicholson: How to network as an introvert
Are introverts better networkers than extroverts? Helen Nicholson considers “superpowers” introverts possess, why many introverts feel invisible in the workplace, and how the brains of introverts, extroverts and ambiverts differ. She discusses connectors and mavens, storytelling and developing a powerful personal brand, and a valuable small-talk technique.
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In ep. 187 of the weekly podcast series Calm, Clear and Helpful, founder and CEO of The Networking Company Helen Nicholson touches on
what motivates Helen
her research for her book Networking for Introverts, which also helps extroverts understand introverts better
extroverts, introverts and ambiverts
how the brains of intro-, extro- and ambiverts differ (key word: dopamine)
why many introverts feel invisible in the workplace
common misconceptions regarding networking
2 key skills crucial to networking that introverts possess
alternatives to “bragging” about your work
the ability of listening and following up
storytelling and developing a powerful personal brand
why networking is a “deeply spiritual quest”
connectors and mavens
a helpful small-talk technique.
In this episode, Helen mentions a Netflix documentary on the Blue Zones.
Scroll down for more info on Helen, her websites and contact details,and her books.
Networking for Introverts (2024) is available at Exclusives Books, Takealot and https://helen-nicholson.com/pages/shop
Mindfulness: How to stay sane in an insane world (2022) is available at Exclusives Books, Takealot and https://helen-nicholson.com/pages/shop
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About Helen, including contact details
Helen Nicholson, called the “Networking Queen” by many of her clients, began her career as an accountant and has evolved into the CEO and founder of The Networking Company, training business people on “power” skills.
Helen is on the ITWeb Women in Tech Advisory Board for Southern Africa and has been interviewed by GIBS Business School as one of South Africa’s leading female entrepreneurs.
Helen has published four best-selling business books, including “Networking for Introverts” (2024) and “Mindfulness: How to stay sane in an insane world” (2022) and is based in Johannesburg.
Websites:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/helennicholson92/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/networkwithhelen/
The free podcast series Calm, Clear & Helpful is available on iTunes, Spotify, Player FM and Iono.fm. I do hope you’ll subscribe!
Music by Mart-Marie Snyman
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Photographs of Helen Nicholson: supplied.