No Fear Networking

Written by a LinkedIn expert whose content went viral at age 30, No Fear Networking: A Guide to Building Connections for the Socially Anxious Professional tackles LinkedIn networking from a fresh angle, offering actionable advice on how to build meaningful relationships--without the dread of 'working a room, ' sending cold LinkedIn requests, or feeling intimidated, awkward, or inauthentic. This book uses author Michaela Alexis's own story, going from agoraphobic job seeker to professional speaker and LinkedIn creator, as a unique example of how you don't have to suffer socially to succeed. This book covers topics such as leveraging social media for 'soft networking, ' mastering the informational interview, and even how to network when you're an introvert. With these unique strategies, networking becomes accessible to all and far less daunting of a task to undertake, even for the social butterflies among us. Readers will learn how to turn their LinkedIn profile into opportunity magnets, grow a community, navigate LinkedIn etiquette, build authentic thought leadership, and use LinkedIn not just as a digital version of their resume, but as a powerful tool for personal branding and career growth. Written in a casual tone and plain language, this book also focuses on fundamental skills such as copywriting for social media, rather than just being a technical guide. Unlike many other books which are written by older LinkedIn experts who weren't raised with technology, this book is geared towards digital natives, especially Millennials and Gen Zers struggling to adjust to LinkedIn's etiquette and culture but recognizing its clear value for career advancement. No Fear Networking earns a well-deserved spot on the bookshelves of all career-oriented individuals seeking to gain a comprehensive understanding of LinkedIn, along with actionable strategies to grow their network and opportunities.