About this episode
Jason and Nicole discuss the importance of finding the right balance in self-presentation while networking.
Believe it or not, it is possible to oversell yourself when networking. Jason calls it "story inflation"— and you don't want to do it. But at the same time, you don't want to deflate yourself either. You want to represent yourself Goldilocks style: in a way that's juuuuust right. Nicole and Jason share their do's and don'ts that will help you nail your next intro.
People in this episode
Host: Jason
Guest: Nicole
Topics covered
- networking
- self-presentation
- professional development
- communication skills
- personal branding
Keywords
- networking
- story inflation
- self-presentation
- Goldilocks principle
- professional networking
More episodes of Help Wanted
- Why Asking for Help Makes Relationships Stronger · June 11, 2026 · 13 min
- How To Turn Cold Outreach Into a Lasting Network · June 9, 2026 · 37 min
- Handle Awkward Conversations Like a Pro · June 4, 2026 · 11 min
- Inside Pitching Shark Tank and How Old School Businesses Win in an AI-Powered World with Sabin Lomac · May 28, 2026 · 51 min
- "I'm Not Popular At Work— Will That Affect My Growth? Help!" · May 26, 2026 · 37 min
- They’re Not Better Than You · May 21, 2026 · 12 min
Explore listener stats, chart rankings, contacts and more on the Help Wanted podcast page.