Here's how you can forge meaningful connections with industry leaders in social impact.

Making connections and building genuine relationships with industry leaders in social impact or any field require time, consistency, and genuine interest. Few recommendations on how to make connections: 1) Attend events, workshops, and/or conferences. 2) Take a look at the list of participants, speakers, and/or organizations represented and make a mental note of those you are interested in making a connection. 3) While at the event or conference, confidently approach people and introduce yourself. Ask a question if you have one, but even if you don't, a casual conversation can follow easily. 4) Send a follow up note and try to arrange for a coffee chat.

I always try to operate from a place of genuine curiosity and interest to get to know compelling people I admire, and then trust that whatever organic things might grow out of that will. Which is to say, seek out like-minded, like-hearted people further along in their journey that you'd like to be friends with and learn from. To me, starting from a humane and curious approach, rather than a transactional one, will open up whatever possibilities are meant to emerge (which, often, might just be a friendship).

1. Follow & Engage: Find industry leaders on social media (Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.). 2. Comment thoughtfully: Share your insights on their posts, but be respectful and add value to the conversation. 3. Share & Support: If you find their content helpful, spread the word by sharing it with your network. Remember: Be genuine and focus on learning from their work. Building relationships takes time, so be patient and keep providing valuable contributions.

Ao seguir líderes influentes nas redes sociais ou participar de suas comunidades on-line, as pessoas têm a oportunidade de obter insights valiosos, trocar ideias e até mesmo estabelecer relacionamentos profissionais. Além disso, interagir com líderes on-line pode proporcionar acesso a recursos e oportunidades que podem enriquecer a trajetória pessoal e profissional de cada um.

Attending events give you access to leaders that you naturally might not be able to meet. Events are opportunities to build a connection with the leaders and maybe even pitch yourself.

The selfless and giving approach to relationships, especially relationship with industry leaders, is priceless. Be more than willing to give value and if you can, offer to help them. This is a great way to build authentic connections with them.

1. Thank You Note: After you meet (online or in person), send a quick message thanking them for their time. Briefly mention something you discussed to personalize it. 2. Stay Connected: Show your interest in staying in touch. You can suggest: - Working together on a project. - Meeting again to chat more about your shared goals. 3. Be Patient & Kind: Building connections takes time. Busy leaders might not reply right away. Be patient and keep your messages friendly and respectful. Remember: Your passion for social impact will shine through!

Maintaining connections is where the magic happens. It's the art of turning a brief encounter into a lasting bond. You make it a point to send personalized follow-up emails or messages after every interaction, expressing gratitude and highlighting shared interests or goals. But the real work begins after the initial connection. Nurturing these relationships requires ongoing effort and sincerity. Whether it's grabbing a coffee, attending industry events together, or simply checking in periodically, investing time and energy is essential. It's about being present and showing genuine interest in the other person's journey.