Read Sorry I’m Late, I Didn’t Want to Come

This was entertaining — more memoir than serious non-fiction. Biggest takeaway was to put yourself out there and be vulnerable.

Encapsulated in this quote: “That’s the truth of the world… Nobody waves — but everybody waves back.” – Nick Epley, a researcher she talked to

Being charismatic:

• Hold eye contact while shaking hands
• Ask a genuine open ended question
• Ask how they feel about it
• Validate their feelings

Events for networking:

• Go to events that actually sound fun
• Stay at least an hour
• Arrive on time
• Talk to 3 people
• Try to really connect with 1

“Some women don’t need so much help with public speaking as with the self-doubt and self-loathing that hold them back from getting involved in it.” – Viv Groskop, How to Own the Room