Penelope Trunk - A 5-step plan
...
But you can't just bombard people with questions. You also need to reveal things about yourself. The best way is by telling fun and interesting stories that make you look good.

William S. Frank: Skip Haley's 10 Commandments
... This is a networking how-to for anyone--but especially for those who are shy, introverted, or just plain intimidated by the sales process involved in a career transition.

Judy Rosemarin - Networking Strategies for Shy Professionals
... Networking shouldn't be frenzied, nor is it about "begging" for a job. In fact, networking isn't really about getting a job. It's about using shared interests to develop and maintain mutually beneficial relationships.

Michele DeFatta
... Alternatives to making small talk.

Nancy's Ezine - How to Chat Someone Up
... How can I chat someone up when I need to?  A six-week online introvert's self-discovery course (fee).  

Emma Hamer - But I Don't Know Anyone: Networking 101 for Introverts (pdf)
A slide presentation

Shaun Burke - Networking When You're A Job-Seeking Introvert

Jack Falt - Why Should Extraverts Make All the Money? - Networking Made Easy for the Introvert
... It is estimated that 75% of all jobs are obtained through networking.

What will make an introvert network?
... a Guide and Rules.

The Top 10 Lessons for Small Talk in Introverts 101
Is it true that introverts don't like small talk?  No.  It's not true.  The truth is, we absolutely HATE small talk!  But it's a necessary part of business and networking.  Many introverts write me for advice on this topic.  So let's get clear about what small talk is supposed to be so we can grit our teeth and join in.

 

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