Order Of Man: Protect | Provide | Preside

There is no such thing as the self-made man. While I can certainly understand and even appreciate the gesture, the truth is that every successful man had some help along the way. That help usually comes in the form of others. My guest today is David Burkus. He is the author of Friend of a Friend: Understanding the Hidden Networks That Can Transform Your Life and Career. Today, we talk about the power of "weak ties," how to leverage "preferential attachment," how to become a super connector, and how to tap into your hidden networks. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS How to find your hidden networks The power of "weak ties" How to develop silos and clusters of networks How to become a super connector Why building teams are critical to your networking success How to leverage "preferential attachment" The difference between mixers and activities The science of networking Connecting over strange ties How to develop stronger social capital Why the adage, "who you know" isn't the whole story Overcoming and utilizing the "illusion of