🤝 the best career move you’ll ever make

and it's free!

Hi you fabulous human, This past weekend, I grabbed brunch with some friends, and we all came to the same realization: every major career move we've made came from someone we knew.   The event manager role that broke me out of minimum wage? It came through a mom I was nannying for—she had connections at the company I was applying for. The marketing role that eventually catapulted me into a 6-figure salary? A friend I'd known since 8th grade made the introduction. How I met my current co-founders and ended up launching The Assist? A former teammate (shoutout to my old marketing team!) connected me to one of them. Here's the truth: your network is your greatest asset. But building one that actually supports you? That's the hard part. So if you're looking to strengthen your network, here's what's worked for me: ✅ Give before you ask – Offer help, share insights, or make introductions before expecting anything in return. Relationships built on generosity go further. ✅ Stay in touch – Don't wait until you need something to reconnect. A quick check-in or "thought of you" message goes a long way. ✅ Show up – Whether it's virtual communities, industry events, or a LinkedIn comment section, being visible leads to opportunities. ✅ Be intentional – Networking isn't about collecting contacts; it's about meaningful relationships. Focus on connecting with people who inspire and challenge you. Which brings me to The A-List Alliance (TALA)—our private Slack community designed for ambitious women who want to connect, grow, and support each other in work and life. 👉 Join free for 7 days today—no strings attached. Inside TALA, you'll get: 💼 Professional Development – Learn from women who get it and are eager to share insights. 🛠️ Resource Sharing – Tools, templates, and insider tips to level up your career. 💬 Support & Advice – Real talk, honest feedback, and career guidance. 🤝 Networking Opportunities – Make connections that actually matter. 🌱 Mentorship – Get and give guidance in a space that's empowering and safe. The best part? You can trial it for free for 7 days and start connecting today. Your next big opportunity could come from one conversation. Let's make it happen together.   Join TALA Free For 7 Days See you in Slack! Joanna (TA Co-Founder) P.S. Your network is everything. Start building yours today—join our community (free for 7 days). P.P.S. You made it through our welcome week 🎉. You can expect our regular emails on Tues, Wed, Thurs & Sat. You were sent this message because you opted-in and subscribed to The Assist. If you believe this has been sent to you in error, you can safely ignore it, or you can unsubscribe here.