Jeni Smith is an academic networking expert and founder of NetKno.

Sarah and Jeni talk about

1. How she turned her natural ability for connecting people into a career
2. Why businesses and academics network for different reasons
3. What networking is really about – and it's not what most people think
4. Finally finding the language to describe what she has been seeing in real life for 20 years

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2. Connect with Jeni on LinkedIn
3. Follow NetKno on the web, LinkedIn and Instagram

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Research Adjacent Directory Member of the Month: Susan Mandala, Writing Works Consulting

Dr Susan Mandala offers a range of workshops on research writing including her signature offer, How to Really Write Your Literature Review. Other topics include writing academic papers with clear narratives, supporting expert practitioners transitioning into research, establishing consistent writing practices, and improving confidence. Find out more at www.writingworksconsulting.co.uk

Helping you have conversations that move research forwards

When she's not hosting Research Adjacent, Sarah McLusky organises, facilitates and trains people to run events, workshops and meetings that get people talking about research. To find out more about working with Sarah and to book a free call go to https://sarahmclusky.com/