#0430 – The Networking Mistake That Could Cost You Your Career with Greg Roche

The Networking Mistake That Could Cost You Your Career What happens when you lose your job… and realize you have nobody to call? In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with networking expert and author Greg Roche to discuss why so many professionals wait too long to build meaningful relationships and how that mistake can quietly damage careers. Greg shares how losing his HR leadership role forced him to rethink networking completely. As an introvert, traditional networking events felt awkward, exhausting, and ineffective. So he developed a different approach built around authentic one-on-one relationships instead of cold conversations and crowded mixers. We also dive into why connection inside organizations matters more than compensation, why employees leave when they feel disconnected, and how leaders can create stronger cultures through intentional relationships. If you’ve ever felt uncomfortable networking, struggled to maintain professional relationships, or realized yo...