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Networking Skills Top Performers Wish They Knew Earlier — Brent Edwards | CGN
Episode 216
Wednesday, 11 March, 2026
GROWTH PILLAR: Networking & Community WHO THIS IS FOR: SMB owners / Solopreneurs / Newcomers to Canada / Leaders building systems WHAT THEY'LL GAIN: A practical framework for diversifying your professional network, showing up with visibility and credibility, and making the right ask at the right time. Most people network when they're desperate. Brent Edwards teaches you to build before you need it. In this Canada Growth Network Power Hour session, Brent — founder of BrentCanada Experiences and author of The Ultimate Guide to Professional Networking for Newcomers to Canada — shares the mindset and tactics that separate generous networkers from transactional ones. He spent seven years as Key Account Manager at the Ontario Chamber of Commerce. He watched the best networkers in the room — real estate professionals, financial advisors, public affairs specialists — and reverse-engineered what they had in common. Consistency. Visibility. Generosity. And zero desperation. The big reframe? Your professional network is a portfolio. You diversify it. You invest in it steadily. And you never make a withdrawal before you've made enough deposits. In this session you'll learn: Why your network needs to be diversified — not just large What the most effective networkers Brent observed actually did differently How to raise your visibility at live events and conferences The 5-cent ask vs. the $5,000 ask — and why timing matters Where to find new rooms you haven't considered yet How to follow up within 24 hours in a way that gets remembered Connect with Brent Edwards: Connect with Brent on LinkedIn Visit BrentCanada Experiences Email: mail@brentcanada.info Resources mentioned in this session: Ontario Career Lab — volunteer coaching program connecting professionals with Grade 9 and 10 students across Ontario Toronto Region Immigrant Employment Council (TRIEC) Our Sponsors: Join Canada Growth Network — Full GHL CRM + membership community. First month $1 CAD. Then $47 CAD/month. No contract, no lock-in. Try Web Indexer — The smart chatbot for the Knack 4 Business website. Find episodes faster, discover related content, and book a meeting — all in one place. Attend the Monday Power Hour free — Canada Growth Network's weekly session for SMB owners, solopreneurs, and community builders. Stay connected: Questions or referrals: info@kreativinsight.comJoin Canada Growth Network — Full GHL CRM + membership community. $1 CAD first month. $47 CAD/month after. No lock-in. Subscribe to stay current with every Power Hour session. Disclaimer: Please note that the Knack 4 Business podcast episodes are meant solely for educational and general informational purposes. The information and opinions contained within are not intended to be professional advice on any subject matter. The thoughts, views, and opinions expressed by the participants are their own beliefs and do not represent the views of the podcast hosts or any affiliated organizations.It is important to note that this podcast is not a replacement for consulting with certified experts in your area who possess knowledge of your unique situation. The hosts of the podcast, along with any participants or affiliated groups, do not take responsibility for any actions taken or not taken based on the information presented in this episode.It is highly recommended that individuals seek guidance from their advisors in fields such as accounting, law, or other pertinent areas prior to undertaking any actions or making decisions that may impact their financial, legal, or other aspects of life. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
