It's not easy to speak with people you don't know. Try to leverage your alumni network, friends, and family to connect with people they know who might be able to help you. People are typically very open to sharing information as long as they don't feel like you're asking them for a job or to vouch for you.
I’m shy and don’t feel comfortable reaching out to strangers.
About the Author: Robert Chen
Robert Chen is an executive coach, Wharton lecturer, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Selling Your Expertise. He created Embrace Possibility to explore practical ideas for living and working with greater intention, and founded Vana Lab to help young people build the real-world capabilities they need to navigate life.
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