This episode is all about finding and building your community with networking expert Jeni Smith.

Sarah and Jeni talk about

• Why everyone is feeling isolated and craving human connection
• How self-awareness can help you figure out what kind of community you want
• Where to look for people like you
• Ideas for nurturing and growing relationships

Find out more

• Read the show notes and transcript on the podcast website
• Listen to Jeni's first appearance on Research Adjacent
• Connect to Jeni on LinkedIn
• Find networking events on NetworkWhere.com

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Member of the Month: Vicky Bowskill, Inklusive Nature

Vicky helps researchers and changemakers to connect nature, science & society by telling compelling visual stories. Find out more at www.inklusivenature.com

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