Episode 161 - From Icky to Sticky: Overcome Networking Anxiety

20Jul 2025 by Marisa Huston

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From Chief Customer Officer to Connection Coach, Rachel Rozen transforms professional networking from “icky” to “sticky.” She’s on a mission to help professionals build authentic connections, drawing from her journey of connecting with 300 people in a year. Her coaching strategies empower professionals to turn networking challenges into lasting relationships. When not coaching, she’s cheering for the NY Mets and Syracuse Orange, reading, and experimenting in the kitchen.

To learn more, visit www.connectioncatalyst.me

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-rozen/

Website: https://www.connectioncatalyst.me/

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NYC Executive Dinners: https://www.connectioncatalyst.me/dinners

00:01:26 Defining Networking and Its Importance

00:05:56 The Three I’s Framework for Networking

00:08:24 Quality vs. Quantity in Networking

00:08:39 Maintaining and Reconnecting with Network Contacts

00:17:16 The Platinum Rule in Networking

00:19:57 The Three P’s Framework for Conversations