I’m excited to welcome Michaela Alexis to the show to discuss her new book, <a href="https://amzn.to/4kUxqOk">No Fear Networking: A Guide to Building Connections for the Socially Anxious Professional</a>. Michaela is a keynote speaker, LinkedIn expert, and networking coach who helps professionals overcome social anxiety and build meaningful connections in their careers.In this conversation, we cover:<ul>
<li>
Redefining Networking: Michaela breaks down common misconceptions about networking and how to shift from transactional interactions to genuine relationship-building.</li>
<li>
Overcoming Social Anxiety in Professional Settings: She shares her personal journey with social anxiety and strategies for navigating networking events, conferences, and meetings with confidence.</li>
<li>
The Power of Small Interactions: Michaela discusses how daily micro-interactions can help build confidence and make networking feel more natural over time.</li>
<li>
Creating Your Own Networking Style: She explores how introverts, extroverts, and ambiverts can tailor networking approaches to fit their strengths and energy levels.</li>
<li>
Practical Strategies for Connection: From icebreaker questions to structured networking challenges, Michaela provides actionable steps to make social interactions less intimidating and more rewarding.</li>
</ul>If you’ve ever felt awkward or anxious about networking, this episode is packed with strategies to help you connect with confidence. Learn more about Michaela and her work at <a href="https://michaelaalexis.com/">MichaelaAlexis.com</a>, her <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelaalexis/">LinkedIn Profile</a> and find <a href="https://amzn.to/4kUxqOk">No Fear Networking</a> wherever books are sold.﻿Connect with Erik:<ul>
<li>
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikjfisher">LinkedIn</a> </li>
<li>
<a href="http://facebook.com/erikjfisher">Facebook</a> </li>
<li><a href="https://bsky.app/profile/erikjfisher.bsky.social">Bluesky</a></li>
</ul>This Podcast is Powered By:<ul>
<li><a href="http://beyondthetodolist.com/descript">Descript</a></li>
<li><a href="http://beyondthetodolist.com/descript101">Descript 101</a></li>
<li><a href="https://get.castmagic.io/erikjfisher">Castmagic</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.ecamm.com/mac/ecammlive/?fp_ref=erik97">Ecamm</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.podpage.com/?via=erik-fisher">Podpage</a></li>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/3SGEEbr">Rodecaster Pro</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/beyondtheto-dolist">Top Productivity Books List</a></li>
</ul>Make sure to support the show by<a href="https://www.beyondthetodolist.com/sponsors/"> checking out the sponsors</a>! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Podurama

Home

Trending

Personal

Your Podcasts

New Episodes

My Files

Favourite Episodes

Tags (Folders)

Recently Played

Bookmarks

Followed Playlists

Networking Without Fear: Michaela Alexis on Overcoming Anxiety

Beyond the To-Do List - Productivity for Work and Life

AI Chapters

AI Insights

Reviews