Workshop: Connections & Networking

​Networking doesn't have to feel gross - let's make it genuine and strategic!

​We'll demystify:

• ​How to reach out to professionals without feeling awkward

• ​Building relationships, not just collecting contacts

• ​Leveraging your fellowship experience in conversations

• ​Following up meaningfully after initial connections

​Practical techniques:

• ​Crafting effective cold emails (with templates!)

• ​Asking for informational interviews that people actually want to give

• ​Using LinkedIn strategically

• ​Turning casual encounters into lasting professional relationships

​Interactive practice:

• ​Role-playing networking scenarios

• ​Workshopping your elevator pitch

• ​Peer feedback on outreach messages

• ​Mapping your existing network (it's bigger than you think!)

​Come ready to:

• ​Practice introducing yourself confidently

• ​Identify specific people you want to connect with

• ​Get comfortable asking for help and advice

​Bring: Your LinkedIn profile pulled up and 2-3 names of people you'd like to reach out to.