From Networking to Connecting

𝙈𝙉 𝘾𝙧𝙤𝙨𝙨𝙧𝙤𝙖𝙙𝙨 𝘾𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙧 𝙉𝙚𝙩𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙠 - IN-PERSON ONLY event

About this Event

These FREE Seminars include an introduction to additional free resources you will find through MN Crossroads Career Network.

​At our Monthly Seminars, we feature a guest speaker presenting topics related to job search, networking, and lead generation.

Also, enjoy hearing inspiring stories from someone recently in transition that landed a new position.

OUR UPCOMING GUEST SPEAKER AND TOPIC:

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From Networking to Connecting:
How to Build a Network That Works For You
​​​​​​​with: Ben Nicholas
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In today’s world, most people are taught how to network—but very few are taught how to truly connect.
In this practical and engaging session, Ben Nicholas will challenge the traditional approach to networking and equip attendees with a better way: becoming a high-value connector.
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Participants will learn how to:

Shift from transactional networking to relationship-driven connecting
Build a network that actively opens doors—without relying on job applications
Lead more meaningful, memorable conversations that stand out
Position themselves as someone others want to help and introduce
Turn everyday interactions into long-term opportunities
Master the art of thoughtful, consistent follow-up

This session is designed for anyone who wants to grow their career, expand their influence, and create opportunities through relationships, rather than chasing them.
Attendees will walk away with practical tools and a clear next step they can implement immediately to start building a network that works for them.
Ben Nicholas is a strategic partnerships and advancement leader, connector, and founder of Servant Leaders in Training (SLIT)—a growing community of leaders committed to living out servant leadership in their careers, relationships, and communities.
With nearly two decades of experience across business development, sales leadership, and nonprofit advancement, Ben has built and stewarded thousands of relationships, from emerging professionals to C-suite executives—generating millions in funding, revenue, and long-term partnerships.
What sets Ben apart is his belief that success doesn’t come from networking harder, it comes from connecting better.
Rather than teaching transactional networking tactics, Ben equips leaders to become intentional connectors—people who add value, ask meaningful questions, and build trust long before they need something. His approach has helped professionals unlock new career opportunities, expand their influence, and build networks that actively work for them, not the other way around.
Through his work and coaching, Ben helps leaders become prepared, thought-provoking, and consistent in their follow-up—three traits that separate those who are overlooked from those who are sought after.
Ben lives in Minnesota with his wife Britt and their son Luca, and is passionate about helping others live lives of impact, generosity, and purpose-driven leadership.

...Then stay after the presentation, at 9am for the Networking With Grace Meeting and "FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS DURING JOB TRANSITION" Q&A at 10:45!
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