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Hally Bayer is Helping Kids Namaste in School
SMP’s mission is to bring yoga and mindfulness to students and teachers in Philadelphia’s underserved schools, paving the way for...
Awkward Networker
Aug 10, 20194 min read
Ain’t no Year Like a City Year for Jordan Feld
“At City Year, we know that every child can succeed, and that when students thrive, we all benefit.” Meet our Awkward Networker...
Awkward Networker
Aug 10, 20194 min read
Awkward Networking with Regina Cunningham – Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Nursing and Networking in the C-Suite How about that awkward moment when… You’re running an hour late for a business meeting because...
Awkward Networker
Apr 4, 20192 min read
Awkward Networking with Doug Oliver – PECO (an Exelon Company)
From Politics to Power Play How about that awkward moment when you say you’re going to run for mayor of Philadelphia and you’re friends...
Awkward Networker
Jan 9, 20191 min read
Awkward Networking with Nick Bayer – Saxbys
Welcome to Season 2 of the Awkward Networker Podcast! Season 2 starts stronger than a 20 oz Americano with 2 shots of espresso, as I...
Awkward Networker
Dec 2, 20181 min read
Wave at the Awkward Surprise Networker
Surprise! You’re networking! Sure, you thought you’d simply ride the morning train on a Tuesday, periodically double-clicking on...
Awkward Networker
Oct 28, 20184 min read
Podcast Ep 7 – Take the Plunge
As an… ahem… aging young professional, I’m more eager than ever to learn how the “new” young professionals are approaching the world of...
Awkward Networker
Jul 6, 20181 min read
Can Heather Qader Grab You 1,000,000 Coffees?
With the help of people like Heather, 1 Million Cups has grown to 40+ states, enlisting the help of over 800 volunteers, and servicing 163
Awkward Networker
Jun 28, 20183 min read
5 Soothing Tips for That Burning Rejection
Awkward Networker Guest Post with Dennis Sheahan Have you heard any variation of the word “no” recently? Possibly a euphemistic...
Awkward Networker
Jun 26, 20185 min read
10 Social Skills We Learned From Our Fathers
Our fathers have significant influence on our social skills. Every time my spoken vocabulary gets trite and lazy, I hear my dad’s voice...
Awkward Networker
Jun 13, 20183 min read
Sports Networker Ep4 (6/11/18)
Hey there, fellow networkers! In this week’s edition of Sports Networker, I’m going to give you an update on all the sports-related...
Awkward Networker
Jun 10, 20181 min read
Creating Next Gen Philanthropists with Anna-Bohl Fabian
For people like Anna, networking events aren’t about exchanging business cards and asking people if they’d be interested in grabbing a cup
Awkward Networker
Jun 6, 20183 min read
Sports Networker Ep3 (6/4/18)
Hey there, sports fans! In this week’s edition of Sports Networker, I’m going to give you an update on all the sports-related topics and...
Awkward Networker
Jun 3, 20181 min read
Sports Networker Ep2 (5/28/18)
Hey there, sports fans! In the second edition of Sports Networker, I’m going to give you an update on all the sports-related topics and...
Awkward Networker
May 28, 20181 min read
Alicia Kennedy #Networking4Good
Alpha Bravo Canine’s provides trained service dogs to U.S. military veterans suffering from Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Traumatic
Awkward Networker
May 26, 20182 min read
Sports Networker Ep1 (5/21/18)
Hey there, sports fans! In response to many of you who asked me to talk more about sports in networking settings, I’m publishing a new...
Awkward Networker
May 21, 20181 min read
Practicing the Lost Art of Eye Contact
Let’s face it, engaging in prolonged eye contact is awkward. It’s especially awkward while focused on introducing yourself properly,...
Awkward Networker
May 1, 20184 min read
Ep 6 – Family Matters
If you’ve ever built a strong relationship with new people, you’ve probably discovered the power of discussing family. If you’ve ever...
Awkward Networker
Apr 18, 20181 min read
3 New Habits for Success I Learned from Daymond John
Thanks to my friends at the Arts & Business Council of Philadelphia, I had the incredible opportunity to meet Daymond John, founder of...
Awkward Networker
Apr 11, 20184 min read
3 Proven Ways to Convert Strangers into Friends – Matt Blank
Awkward Networker Guest Blog “Congratulations, we’ve decided to award you our business. The team and I look forward to working with you...
Awkward Networker
Apr 4, 20184 min read
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