How to Network: Planning Your Networking in Just Two Steps

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by networking—or not sure where to start—this episode breaks it down into two simple but powerful steps: nurture your network and fill your network. That’s it.

Brenton Gowland and Ron Tomlian walk through how to structure your networking activities using a framework inspired by Dunbar’s Number. From your tight-knit inner circle to your wider connections, you’ll learn how to identify who’s in your network, who’s missing, and how to maintain meaningful contact with the people who matter most.

👥 What You’ll Learn:

• The two core activities that drive meaningful networking
• How to apply Dunbar’s Number to structure your network
• The difference between your core, close, active, and engaged networks
• Why nurturing your existing connections is more valuable than constantly seeking new ones
• The importance of cadence — and how to schedule relationship-building into your calendar
• Practical ways to stay top-of-mind with your network (without it feeling transactional)
• How to spot new opportunities to connect, far beyond traditional networking events

🔑 Key Idea:

• Networking is not a random act — it’s a discipline. Nurture your relationships. Fill the gaps. Repeat.