Tired of cold DMs, awkward Zoom intros, and handing out business cards no one reads?

In this episode, Thembi Bheka breaks down why traditional networking no longer works—and what to do instead if you want to build real, profitable relationships in a noisy, AI-powered world.

From disappearing Google results to why AI is now telling your story—Thembi shares how to take back control of your digital reputation, show up where it matters, and create authentic connections that lead to big opportunities.

You’ll learn:

• Why people don’t care about your elevator pitch anymore

• How to show up on AI-powered search (like Perplexity & ChatGPT)

• The exact strategy Thembi uses to connect with top industry leaders (without pitching)

• How to use podcasts and newsletters to build trust at scale

• The Connection Map Framework to attract and grow high-value relationships

📥 Get your free download: The Connection Map

🧠 Inspired Action: GBT-search yourself and see what story is being told. Then go tell your real one.

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