045: Relationships Are the Answer to Any Life Challenge
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Robbie Samuels is a coach, speaker, podcast host and author with a wealth of experience in event planning, networking, fundraising, and grassroots organizing. His podcast, On The Schmooze, highlights untold stories of leadership and his book, Bagels vs. Croissants: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences, helps readers overcome the obstacles of engaging productively at conferences and other large group networking functions. Robbie is a professional speaker, coach, and consultant based in the Greater Boston area.
Robbie started his career with a Master’s in Social Work and wasn’t really sure exactly where it would take him. Yet, he quickly figured out that he enjoyed bringing groups of people together to build connections toward common visions and causes. He calls himself an outgoing, extrovert and speaks to associations and other professional groups about how to make meaningful connections to develop productive relationships. For over ten years, Robbie was an event planner and fundraising professional in the Boston area. Five years ago, he decided to start his own speaking and coaching business.
In this episode we discuss:
How Robbie got his first perfect job when he was 30 years old.
Robbie’s journey to Boston after living on Long Island all the way through his Master’s Degree.
His different career transitions and the thread that ties them all together.
How Robbie sees relationships as the most important business and personal connection.
Robbie’s methods for thinking of authentic networking as an insurance policy.
Links
Robbie’s Podcast: On the Schmooze
Robbie’s Free Gift: 10 Tips for Conference Connections.
Other Resources:
“Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences” by Robbie Samuels
“Stand Out: How to Find Your Breakthrough Idea and Build a Following Around It” by Dorie Clark
“The Connector’s Advantage: 7 Mindsets to Grow Your Influence and Impact” by Michelle Tillis Lederman
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