In this episode of The Business Gay Podcast, host Calan Breckon speaks with the Founder and CEO of IntroStars, Mike Adams.

After 28 years of experience in tech sales & marketing including time at Zoom, Apple, and HP, Mike has become the king of networking and calls himself a super-connector. He’s also a startup investor, mentor, and founder, and his mission in life is to connect a million people via his platform IntroStars to inspire a whole new generation of super connectors.

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Links mentioned in this episode:

• IntroStars.com





• Mike Adams on LinkedIn





• IntroStars on LinkedIn

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Key Takeaways for quick navigation:

• [00:01 ] Mike Adams shares his journey from shyness to networking expert in London.





• [02:47 ] Networking is a skill anyone can improve with practice.





• [04:12 ] A strong personal brand is essential for networking opportunities.





• [10:56 ] Authentic conversations build trust, particularly in the LGBTQ+ community.





• [19:35 ] Monetizing a network should focus on fair value and clear referral agreements.





• [20:31 ] Differentiating between casual help and formal referrals is key.





• [23:41 ] IntroStars promotes fair compensation through tracking introductions.





• [25:29 ] Building connections creates opportunities and counters polarization.





• [27:18 ] Your networking power lies in your reputation when you're not present.