Matthew Pollard - The Introverts Edge to Networking

This is the networking blueprint that will change your lifea proven approach written by someone whos actually done it. If youre looking for an actionable guide to genuine and effective networking, this is it.

Neil Patel, Cofounder of NP Digital, Wall Street Journal Top Influencer, Forbes Top 10 Marketer, and New York Times Bestselling Author

I often say that the secret to winning is helping others win, a philosophy clearly shared by Pollard. For introverts who shudder at the idea of working a room, this refreshing guide is a long-awaited answer. Embrace this practical and proven method for creating powerful, authentic, and mutually beneficial connections.

Marshall Goldsmith, Thinkers50 Hall of Fame Inductee, and New York Times Bestselling Author of Triggers, MOJO, and What Got You Here Wont Get You There

As Matthew Pollard so adeptly explains, successful networking isnt about trying to be someone youre not but using your natural gifts to become who you were always meant to be. Sage advice for all entrepreneurs!

Michael E. Gerber, Creator of the New York Times mega-bestselling E-Myth books

As an introvert myself, I founded BNI as a way to add structure to the uncomfortable process of networking. Matthews guidance takes this concept of framework and standardization to the next level, offering a meaningful strategy that works in any room, for any introverted business professional.

Dr. Ivan Misner, Founder of BNI and New York Times Bestselling Author

Step by step, Pollard teaches introverts how to master networking and authentically build a community of mutually supportive contacts. A must-read for anyone looking for an achievable and practical framework for creating productive professional relationships.

Mark Roberge, Senior Lecturer at Harvard Business School, Managing Director of Stage 2 Capital, and Former CRO of HubSpot

Matthew Pollard provides a winning formula for creating powerful, authentic connections. He masterfully confronts the stigma around the so-called extroverted arena of networking, demonstrating that introverts have exactly what it takes to outshine everyone else in the room.

Derek Lidow, Chair of the Entrepreneurship Faculty, Princeton University, and Author of Startup Leadership and Building on Bedrock

Matthew Pollard is emerging as Americas #1 introvert converter. Focusing on the value of networking as an introvert, he will give you ideas and strategies to beat the extroverts, every time.

Jeffrey Gitomer, Author of the Little Red Book of Selling

A smart, motivating, and practical system for getting influential connections excited about promoting you and your work. Using a combination of generosity, authenticity, strategy, and a heartfelt desire to help others, Matthew shows introverts how to turn networking from dreadful and pointless to profitable and valuable. Best of all, I have personally experienced how Matthew lives out the words in this book. I can say wholeheartedly that if you practice what this book teaches, you will grow and serve others like never before.

Tom Ziglar, CEO of Ziglar, Inc.

Matthew Pollards entertaining and clever book on how introverts can network successfully has a hidden bonus. It also offers leaders guidance on how to create truly inclusive teams and cultureswhere both extroverts and introverts thrive.

Michael C. Bush, Global CEO of Great Place to Work

A must for any professional, The Introverts Edge to Networking breaks through long-believed myths and explains exactly why introverts are perfectly suited to mastering the room. Matthew shows you how to develop relationships that will change your life!

Tom Dekle, Vice President of Digital Sales at IBM, AA-ISP Board Member, and Inside Sales Lifetime Achievement Recipient

Imagine going into a networking room knowing exactly who youre going to speak to, exactly what youll say, and exactly how youll follow up. Imagine confidently building a network of supportive, mutually beneficial contacts who love your work and are willing to go to bat for you. Now read this book and make it happen.

Verne Harnish, Founder of Entrepreneurs Organization and Author of Scaling Up

If you have an exceptional offering, yet no one gets it, Pollards book is for you.

Mike Michalowicz, Author of Fix This Next and Profit First

As a digital marketer, I know how crucial it is to validate your message in the real world before taking it online. But as an introvert, I also know how unbearable it can be to actually work the room. Pollards brilliant system gives you the best of both worldsa foolproof way to network strategically while getting your message exactly right.

Ryan Deiss, CEO of DigitalMarketer.com

I always suggest that my students and small business clients focus on strategy in any business endeavor. When it comes to networking, though, theres a misconception that its all about personality; strategy is a distant second, if its mentioned at all. Pollard upends this paradigm, showing that win-win networking can be systemized and mastered by even the quietest introverts. This book will help you portray the best, most confident version of yourself in the most important component of personal and business successeffective networking.

Greg Tucker, State Director of Small Business Development Centers, Missouri

As an introvert myself, I know that many of us struggle to comfortably and authentically develop connections. Pollard provides a clear-eyed, practical guide for introverts who want to network their way to new heights.

Dorie Clark, Thinkers50 Top Business Thinker, HBR Contributor and Bestselling Author

Through multiple engaging stories, Matthew Pollard shares practical advice to help introverts use their strengths to build their personal and professional networks. If you find networking a dreadful, but necessary, chore, Matthew will provide you with useful strategies and language to make the process much more accessible.

Nancy Ancowitz, Author of Self-Promotion for Introverts

The tactical, practical, and highly actionable advice Pollard provides introverts will not only arm them with science-backed processes and greater networking success but will, dare I say it, leave the extroverts shaking their heads, wondering how they can capture some of this magic.

Anthony Iannarino, Author of The Only Sales Guide Youll Ever Need and Cofounder of the OutBound Conference

In this fresh and original book, Matthew challenges all our preconceptions about what makes a successful networker. Destined to be a classic in business and self-help literature.

Judy Robinett, Author of How to Be a Power Connector (listed as the best business book of 2014 by Inc. and a must-read book by Success magazine)

Being an introvert can be your superpower, especially if you use it to your advantage. Pollard shows you how to channel your networking efforts into actionable steps through a perfect combination of authenticity and ambition.

Tiffani Bova, Global Growth Evangelist at Salesforce and the Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author of Growth IQ

In this highly readable and engaging book, Pollard shares how introverts can painlessly and enjoyably build valuable relationships and business connections. This networking system will change your professional life.

Jake Tatel, one of the worlds leading technology innovators

As an introverted executive operating in a seemingly extroverted world, I struggle with many of the challenges that Pollard outlines in