{"podcast":{"title":"how to twenty-something","slug":"how-to-twenty-something-6415210","podcast_index_feed_id":6415210,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/how-to-twenty-something/","website_url":"https://how-to-twenty-something.captivate.fm","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/08a9c58b-33db-4afe-a48f-5ac0baf11873/YldLmAQejVMbtDqkmtxXUF95.jpg","author":"Jess Diamond","episode_count":163,"summary":"How To Twenty Something teaches young professionals how to “adult” across various aspects of their lives from career, to relationships, to overall health and wellness, so they can gain the confidence to take risks and try new things, helping them to reach their full potential.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-20T16:19:30.434823+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/how-to-twenty-something-6415210"},"episode":{"title":"Ep. 130 The Truth About Networking in Your Twenties with Dana Alfirevic","slug":"ep-130-the-truth-about-networking-in-your-twenties-with-dana-alfirevic","published_at":"2025-12-08T08:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/how-to-twenty-something-6415210/ep-130-the-truth-about-networking-in-your-twenties-with-dana-alfirevic","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/how-to-twenty-something-6415210","url":"https://jessdiamondcoaching.com/podcast/networking","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a52357cf-415f-495f-b2cc-099385b21e15.mp3","summary":"Networking… something we all know we need to do, yet are so turned off by the idea of small talk and dead end connections. Which is why it’s time for you to learn how to network, redefine what it means to network, and how to build meaningful professional relationships that will help you achieve your career goals. Networking is for more than when you’re looking for a job, it’s part of every relationship you will ever have in your life. Dana Alfirevic, founder of Charlotte Networking Knowledge and a professional networking coach, breaks down all the inside knowledge you need to have when it comes to networking. Key Takeaways: Why networking is important in your twenties  What effective networking looks like Everyone’s time is valuable; know why you’re connecting with someone Even professional relationships need to be reciprocal  The worst mistakes you can make when networking How to get yourself to show up when you really don’t want to The best conversation starters to avoid awkward silence  Helpful Resources:  Let’s chat: https://calendly.com/coach_jessdiamond/success   3 Ways to maximize your 5-9 after your 9-5: https://jessdiamondcoaching.com/maximize Email Me: coach.jessdiamond@gmail.com Contribute to an episode: https://forms.gle/QwvBrZFbZXRdCjQv9   Be a Guest: https://forms.gle/oiLVCbrydjzaK5pq5   Connect with Dana Alfirevic: Facebook: https://www.Facebook.com/Charlottenetworkingknowledge     Instagram: https://www.Instagram.com/Charlottenetworkingknowledge     Tiktok: https://www.TikTok.com/@Clt_networking_knowledge     LinkedIn: https://www.Linkedin.com/in/Dana-Alfirevic https://www.LinkedIn.com/company/charlotte-networking-knowledge        Website: https…","meta_description":"Networking… something we all know we need to do, yet are so turned off by the idea of small talk and dead end connections. Which is why it’s time for you…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3330,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/how-to-twenty-something-6415210/episodes/ep-130-the-truth-about-networking-in-your-twenties-with-dana-alfirevic/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/how-to-twenty-something-6415210/ep-130-the-truth-about-networking-in-your-twenties-with-dana-alfirevic.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}