In this episode, I continue my conversation with tech executive Obi Ihenacho (Corporate Engineering at Robinhood, Ex-Meta), who shares his actionable, personal playbook for building a powerful network that defines career success.

Obi shares real-life strategies, including the incredible story of how a genuine connection at a coffee shop led to an opportunity at Twitter that created a full-circle career win.

We dive into essential steps for growth:

• The Power of Proximity: Strategically positioning yourself at conferences and events to meet people who align with your goals.

• Small Wins, Big Confidence: How starting small—like having a simple "elevator pitch" ready—boosts confidence and propels you toward bigger wins.

• The Two-Way Street: The critical importance of making relationships mutually beneficial and remembering how you make people feel, not just what they can do for you.

• Networking in a Volatile Market: Why a strong network is essential for securing referrals and providing a safety net in an industry facing uncertainty.

This episode is packed with practical tips to help you transform your approach to networking, turning connections into career leverage and long-term professional success.

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Connect with Obi Ihenacho:

• Socials: @theobisystem
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/obinnaya-ihenacho/