I Failed My Networking Goals Last Year, What I'm Changing for 2026

Hello to Hello Again templates: https://www.cassthompson.com/offers/YLHVXAPP Atomic Habits: https://amzn.to/3Nbij6D Workbook: https://amzn.to/49e5JMw Diary of a Ceo with James Clear: https://youtu.be/rtufWBLOXgw?si=gWTb1YmHkEKbctuu Want to reach out but not sure what to say? Get the FREE "But What Do I Say?!?" Connection Messages Guidebook to steal our words and take them as your own! https://www.cassthompson.com/connection In this episode of Creating Opportunities, Cassandra Thompson reflects on her failed networking goals from the previous year and shares valuable lessons learned. She highlights the pitfalls of tackling too many new goals at once and the importance of building manageable micro habits. Cassandra introduces concepts from James Clear's 'Atomic Habits' and BJ Fogg's 'Tiny Habits' to create a practical strategy for effective goal setting and networking. Tune in for actionable tips on making consistent progress with realistic and sustainable habits to enhance your professional connections. 00:00 Introduction: My Networking Failure 01:10 The Overwhelm of Too Many Goals 03:44 The Shift to Micro Habits 06:38 Implementing Effective Networking Strategies 08:59 Practical Tips for Setting Micro Habits 14:38 Conclusion and Encouragement Start posting on LinkedIn with our FREE list of 20 Things to Post on LinkedIn: https://www.cassthompson.com/linkedin20 SHOP AMAZON to See our Favorite Things! It's no extra cost to you but it does give us a small percentage for giving you the recommendation SHOP → → → https://amzn.to/2QfWCV8 If you want to see EXACTLY what I buy, check out all my Favorites, in my store HERE: www.amazon.com/shop/cassthompsoncareeradvice SPEAKING INQUIRIES 🙋🏼‍♀️ Contact: [email protected] https://www.cassthompson.com/speaker INFO 🌟 Check out our Founder's other channel for job search advice: https://www.youtube.com/c/cassthompsonconsulting ABOUT This isn’t your grandpa’s networking. What if you stopped networking and instead started building intentional, authentic relationships? What if you made building authentic relationships a part of your weekly and monthly goals? What if you met cool people just for the sake of meeting cool people, and you allowed yourself to see where it takes you? At One Hello, we discourage “networking” for the sake of leverage and, instead, help you focus on building real relationships. When networking feels less transactional and more like it should (like it’s enriching our lives), that’s the sweet spot! DISCLOSURE 🌟 Thank you for trusting me with my honest and reliable opinion on any future purchase you may make. I always disclose affiliate or sponsored information when it is the case. As a part of our community, you allow me to earn a small commission if you make a purchase through my affiliate/referral links. This doesn't affect you in any way in the checkout process unless I've been able to arrange a discount for you that is special from other customers. Thank you for supporting this channel!