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This is a podcast about networking.
In light of the world changing right in front of our eyes it’s very important, now more than ever, to learn and master the skill of networking. Networking is the ability to communicate and establish relationships with people to help you and others progress in their endeavors.
In order to establish your network, you have to learn how to communicate both on and off the screen. Creating and MAINTAINING your network is the key to unlocking your potential within yourself, and opens the door to the endless possibilities of a successful future. This podcast breaks down how to communicate, establish your network and how to maintain relationships on and off your screen.
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Desiree Jones is a creative techie who’s passionate about content creation. Her love to travel and network with leaders has lead her to explore the world of venture capital, creative tech, and financial literacy.
With international experience in social content marketing, and video marketing, Desiree utilizes her skills in every position by stepping out of her comfort zone and taking risks. The embodiment of fear fuels her faith and pushes her to continue to network and make a difference through outreach, teamwork, and execution.
While attending Hampton University, an HBCU in Virginia, she started her own company Promo-Jones, a video content bureau specializing in promoting the vision of visionaries through video content creation.
Her company has worked with international clients from the Bahamas to London connecting with visionaries around the globe.
Ep. 19: Hey, what’s your routine?
Following up requires routine, remembering to write things down takes routine. Making a podcast or creating content of any type and being consistent at it takes routine. And once you find your routine, once you find a pace that works for you, you’ll start to slowly get into a groove that can help you intentionally fulfill your goals. The only thing I ask is that you be patient with yourself. Routine does not happen overnight. Sometimes it takes failing, forgetting, or even reaching a breaking point.
Ep. 18: Hey, do you have a meaningful career?
Having a career is great but is it meaningful? Today we’ll discuss more on what it means to have a meaningful career with my friend Tobi Shannon!
Ep. 17: Hey, whatcha listening to
Music is a universal language that brings the world together. Today, I invited my friend Dom Savant to talk more about his music journey and how networking played a part in creating a major project where he found an independent artist in each state.
Ep. 16: Hey, how’s undergrad?
Today I invited my friend Kendall Camp on the podcast to talk about how networking shaped his undergrad experience as a graduating Senior at HBCU Morehouse College.
Ep. 15: Hey, are you ok? (Self-Reflection)
When’s the last time you’ve checked in on you? Has anything changed? Has your body or mood changed because of it? While it’s easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of life, taking a step back to evaluate how you’re doing mentally, physically, and spiritually is also important. Self reflection is self care.
Ep. 14: Hey, did you follow up again?
Today I Invited 2 HBCU seniors from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Jaquez & Justice. As Co-Founders of B.i.B aka Business is Business, a new era Marketing Firm, they discuss the importance of following up and 3 steps that can help with networking in business.
Ep. 13: Hey, where you at?
Today I Invited my good friend Sianni Cabello on the podcast to chat about what she’s been up to, where she’s been and how her experience in networking and events has taken her to exceptional heights in her career!
Ep. 12: Privileged Black Kids: How to actually Network with people
Me and my good friend Kendall talk on his podcast, “Privileged Black Kids, ” on how to actually network. “Privileged Black Kids, ” discusses finding the advantages that Gen-Z and millennials of color have and how they can use their diverse backgrounds to uplift their communities
Ep. 11: Hey, I’m burnt out
While it’s great to connect with others, setting boundaries for yourself and spending time alone is just as important. If you find yourself feeling mentally exhausted, overwhelmed, irritated, or “not in the mood to talk, you’re probably burnt out. Today we’ll discuss how to deal with it.
Ep. 10: Hey, I’m broke
Being broke is no joke, but even that shouldn’t stop you from networking with others. Not having money can be crippling and depressing, but recognizing your skills and the value you provide with what you do have now, can lead you to more opportunities and more money down the road. Being broke makes you more creative, and once you feel like you’ve hit rock bottom, there’s nowhere to go but up!
Ep. 9: Hey, where did you go to school?
From Pre-K to College, where you go to school can be a key component to building new relationships. Whether it be private, public, boarding school, charter school, education is not only the foundation for learning but also the foundation for long term friendships and connections.
Ep. 8: Hey, are you going to the event?
Whether it’s a conference, a workshop, or just a random night out somewhere, be ready and open to new possibilities, because you just never know who you could connect with while there.
Ep. 7: Hey, where did you want to meet?
So you’ve made a connection with someone, and now it’s time to take that next step in your follow through by deciding where to meet? When deciding on where to meet it all just depends on how far you are away and how comfortable the both of you are to connect in person or virtually.
Ep. 6 Hey, what’s your social?
Social Media is officially an outlet and tool to communicate. How we communicate varies on different platforms but the act of networking remains the same. It’s another way to connect and promote who you are in various forms and connect with people in different ways.
Ep. 5 Hey, what are we talking about?
You can’t network without having a conversation. Starting a conversation can be a bit nerve-racking, however the sole purpose of a conversation is to establish an interactive dialogue (formal or informal) with someone. The goal is to have intentional conversation, and what you say can dictate how the conversation will go.
Ep. 4 Hey did you write that down?
Writing is another important way to collect and organize information. Writing is just as important as reading. When you write, you’re more likely to remember and retain information.