Watch Ashley Owens on ACES53.
Unlock the Secrets of Effective Networking with Guest Ashley Owens on ACES53
INSIDE THE CONVERSATION
The story behind the skill.
Recognizing a natural ability
Ashley explains that people often struggle with where to go, whom to meet, and what to say. Her interest in how other people navigate the world helped her see a way to help.
Turning curiosity into a service
At a networking event, she asked people what made networking difficult. Those conversations helped her identify services she could offer, from finding events to making introductions.
Know why you are in the room
Ashley distinguishes between meeting collaborators and finding prospects. Having a purpose changes which conversations are useful.
These notes and timestamps refer to the original profile interview. Returning guests may have several appearances in the player above, with different timings.
Take it into your own work.
- Ask about the person, not just the job title.
- Understand the kind of connection you are seeking before attending an event.
- Make introductions that help both people, not only you.
ONE PRACTICAL NEXT MOVE