<p>If networking feels awkward or transactional, this Squiggly Shortcut offers a simpler starting point: give to gain. Helen explores why focusing on what you can contribute, rather than what you can get, makes building relationships easier and more effective. Generosity strengthens connections and creates reciprocity, a concept backed by research from Adam Grant. To make it practical, she shares three easy ways to get started: reflect on what you’re recommended for, share lessons from your experiences, and offer your expertise in small, useful ways. A short, actionable guide to building career karma that feels genuine, not transactional.</p><br><p>Episode 540</p><br><p>🦞 Learn Like A Lobster:</p><p>🇺🇸PRH US - <a href="https://bit.ly/3KxTeBn" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3KxTeBn</a></p><p>🇬🇧 Amazon UK - <a href="https://bit.ly/46lj8Av" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/46lj8Av</a>&nbsp;</p><br><p>📚 Resources Mentioned</p><p>Are you a giver or a taker? | Adam Grant https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YyXRYgjQXX0</p><p>How to create career karma | Squiggly Careers E298 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7rcBw84iTUA</p><br><p>For questions about Squiggly Careers or to share feedback, please email [email protected]</p><br><p>More ways to learn about Squiggly Careers:</p><p>📩 Download our free career tools: https://www.amazingif.com/toolkit/</p><p>🦞 Join the Learn Like a Lobster Sprint: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNQl9gsac8BXnWe2qoGuHkLKwsygjP_Ma&amp;si=l7kODG3JpopH0Irz</p><p>📮 Get Squiggly Careers in Action in your inbox: https://bit.ly/SquigglyCareersInAction</p><p>📚 Read our books: The Squiggly Career and You Coach You: https://www.amazingif.com/books/</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>