Cassandra Thompson
Cassandra is on a mission to get people back to building authentic, real relationships for professional success.
Cassandra Thompson is a globally recognized speaker whose work casting contestants for Wheel of Fortune, strategizing on the recruitment team at Riot Games, and coaching ambitious professionals made her into a networking paragon. Through her talks, Cassandra helps audience members reach their professional goals by leveraging the power of authentic relationship building (i.e. networking without feeling sleazy).
She not only has a wonderful way of demystifying the topic but also makes it humorous and entertaining. Her insights have reached over 11million people on YouTube and have been featured on high-performing podcasts as well as ABC7, CNBC, and other major media outlets. In 2023, her YouTube channel was named “Top Career YouTube Channel” by The Muse. Whether it's through Cassandra’s keynotes, workshops, training, or coaching you always walk away motivated and equipped with actionable steps to implement immediately.
Cassandra is on a mission to get people back to building authentic, real relationships.
Cassandra Thompson is a globally recognized speaker whose work casting contestants for Wheel of Fortune, strategizing on the recruitment team at Riot Games, and coaching ambitious professionals made her into a networking paragon. Through her talks, Cassandra helps audience members reach their professional goals by leveraging the power of authentic relationship building (i.e. networking without feeling sleazy).
She not only has a wonderful way of demystifying the topic but also makes it humorous and entertaining. Her insights have reached over 11million people on YouTube and have been featured on high-performing podcasts as well as ABC7, CNBC, and other major media outlets. In 2023, her YouTube channel was named “Top Career YouTube Channel” by The Muse. Whether it's through Cassandra’s keynotes, workshops, training, or coaching you always walk away motivated and equipped with actionable steps to implement immediately.
Cassandra is on a mission to get people back to building authentic, real relationships.
THIS is Why You Hate Networking (and How to Fix It)
Networking is intimidating to many and often misunderstood. It can feel sleazy- who wants to use people? Or scary- very few like walking up to strangers and starting conversations. But yet, we know networking is important to reach any career goal- whether that’s a need for referrals, a promotion, a mentor, or simply building your professional reputation.
In this talk, Cassandra makes networking approachable (and dare I say, “fun?”) and your audience will come away with a 5-step plan...
The 2nd Hello: Following Up Without Feeling Weird
Format: 60-minute workshop
This program is perfect for:
- Employee and affinity groups building inclusive connection strategies
- Mentorship and talent development programs
- Teams strengthening their client or internal relationships
The audience will leave knowing:
- Why one great meeting isn’t enough—and what to do next
- How to follow up with...
Confidently Connect: Overcome Networking Nerves at In-Person Events
Format: 60 minute workshop
This program is EXCELLENT as a pre-conference virtual workshop or first-day event!
This program is perfect for:
- Professionals who want to show up more confidently at industry events and mixers
- Business owners who rely on referrals but feel uncomfortable “networking”
- Anyone tired of leaving events feeling like they missed the moment
The...
