Ever frozen up when you spotted your CEO at the company summer picnic? You know it could be THE moment to make a meaningful connection, but your brain goes blank. Should you talk about work? Keep it casual? Pretend you don't see them? If you've struggled with that awkward tension between wanting to network and not wanting to be "that person" who turns every summer gathering into a LinkedIn opportunity, this episode will change everything.
What This Episode Is About
This episode reveals why summer is actually one of the best seasons for building meaningful professional relationships—and exactly how to do it authentically. Host Kele Belton breaks down her proven 3 R's Framework for Summer Networking, which helps ambitious women advance their careers without the hustle, sleaze, or awkwardness that typically come with traditional networking approaches.
What You'll Learn
In this 20-minute episode, you'll discover:
- The 3 R's Framework: A simple system for building relationships without feeling pushy or opportunistic
- Exact scripts and templates for reaching out naturally on LinkedIn and via text/email
- The strategic article share method that keeps you top-of-mind while providing genuine value
- The 2-text rule that prevents you from seeming desperate or overwhelming contacts
- September follow-up strategies that turn summer connections into career opportunities
- How to make valuable introductions that benefit everyone involved
- A simple tracking system that prevents summer networking efforts from falling through the cracks
Perfect for women in leadership roles, aspiring leaders, and anyone who wants to build authentic professional relationships that actually advance their career, especially if you're tired of networking that feels transactional or inauthentic.
Connect with Kele for more leadership insights:
Want to create your personalized networking strategy? Connect with Kele on social media or schedule your free leadership strategy call on her website.
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kele-ruth-belton/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetailoredapproach/
- Website: https://thetailoredapproach.com
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