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PODCAST

Creating Opportunities

Cassandra Thompson

Welcome to the Creating Opportunities Podcast! The place where we help smart, ambitious professionals build authentic relationships for success in all areas of their lives. Why? Because people make work and life better.

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19:00

5 Types of Get-Togethers to Strengthen Friendships

Creating Opportunities ·

2026/02/26

Want to reach out but not sure what to say? Get the FREE "But What Do I Say?!?" Connection Messages Guidebook to steal our words and take them as your own! https://www.cassthompson.com/connection Start posting on LinkedIn with our FREE list of 20 Things to Post on LinkedIn: https://www.cassthompson.com/linkedin20 Cassandra Thompson ties National Friendship Month to practical ways to strengthen friendships through five types of gatherings, from high-maintenance, “Insta-worthy” hosted events

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27:04

How to Be a Villager

Creating Opportunities ·

2026/02/19

Want to reach out but not sure what to say? Get the FREE "But What Do I Say?!?" Connection Messages Guidebook to steal our words and take them as your own! https://www.cassthompson.com/connection Start posting on LinkedIn with our FREE list of 20 Things to Post on LinkedIn: https://www.cassthompson.com/linkedin20 Cassandra reflects on a story about adult friendship and how modern schedules and convenience can take priority over showing up for people who need support. She explains what a

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15:47

The Friendship Gap at Work | Why You Need to Be the...

Creating Opportunities ·

2026/02/12

Want to reach out but not sure what to say? Get the FREE "But What Do I Say?!?" Connection Messages Guidebook to steal our words and take them as your own! https://www.cassthompson.com/connection Start posting on LinkedIn with our FREE list of 20 Things to Post on LinkedIn: https://www.cassthompson.com/linkedin20 In this episode of Creating Opportunities, host Cassandra Thompson delves into the often-overlooked secret to a fulfilling career: genuine friendships at work. Drawing from

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18:40

We've Villainized Friendliness in the Workplace

Creating Opportunities ·

2026/02/05

Want to reach out but not sure what to say? Get the FREE "But What Do I Say?!?" Connection Messages Guidebook to steal our words and take them as your own! https://www.cassthompson.com/connection The Villainization of Friendliness: Why Building Connections at Work Is Crucial In this episode of Creating Opportunities, Cassandra Thompson discusses the growing trend of villainizing friendliness in the workplace. She argues that advice discouraging interpersonal interactions, like stopping by a

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15:39

The Hidden Cost of "Efficient" Workplaces

Creating Opportunities ·

2026/01/29

Why Efficiency Might Be Ruining Your Work Relationships The WSJ Article: https://www.wsj.com/lifestyle/careers/the-downside-to-using-ai-for-all-those-boring-tasks-at-work-dab9d3c8?reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink In this episode of 'Creating Opportunities,' Cassandra Thompson explores how the drive for efficiency in the workplace has compromised human connections and undermined team effectiveness. She discusses the loss of informal, trust-building moments in the workplace due to remote

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18:45

Social Skills Are Decaying—Here's How to Change That

Creating Opportunities ·

2026/01/22

Get the Confidently Connect Workshop Here: https://www.cassthompson.com/connectworkshop Want to reach out but not sure what to say? Get the FREE "But What Do I Say?!?" Connection Messages Guidebook to steal our words and take them as your own! https://www.cassthompson.com/connection Start posting on LinkedIn with our FREE list of 20 Things to Post on LinkedIn: https://www.cassthompson.com/linkedin20 In this episode of 'Creating Opportunities,' host Cassandra Thompson addresses the growing

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16:08

The 3 Reasons Why Work Feels Lonely (Whether...

Creating Opportunities ·

2026/01/15

Want to reach out but not sure what to say? Get the FREE "But What Do I Say?!?" Connection Messages Guidebook to steal our words and take them as your own! https://www.cassthompson.com/connection Start posting on LinkedIn with our FREE list of 20 Things to Post on LinkedIn: https://www.cassthompson.com/linkedin20 Work has started feeling more disconnected and isolated, and it’s not all due to remote work. Even in-office employees report feeling lonely. In this episode of Creating

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15:43

I Failed My Networking Goals Last Year, What I'm...

Creating Opportunities ·

2026/01/08

Hello to Hello Again templates: https://www.cassthompson.com/offers/YLHVXAPP Atomic Habits: https://amzn.to/3Nbij6D Workbook: https://amzn.to/49e5JMw Diary of a Ceo with James Clear: https://youtu.be/rtufWBLOXgw?si=gWTb1YmHkEKbctuu Want to reach out but not sure what to say? Get the FREE "But What Do I Say?!?" Connection Messages Guidebook to steal our words and take them as your own! https://www.cassthompson.com/connection In this episode of Creating Opportunities, Cassandra Thompson

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26:33

Workplace Connection is Changing Forever | 2026...

Creating Opportunities ·

2025/12/18

Want to reach out but not sure what to say? Get the FREE "But What Do I Say?!?" Connection Messages Guidebook to steal our words and take them as your own! https://www.cassthompson.com/connection Start posting on LinkedIn with our FREE list of 20 Things to Post on LinkedIn: https://www.cassthompson.com/linkedin20 In this episode of 'Creating Opportunities,' host Cassandra Thompson examines the significant shifts in workplace connection in 2025 and offers insightful predictions for 2026. Key

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11:30

5 Connection Habits That Changed My Life

Creating Opportunities ·

2025/12/11

Get the Hello to Hello Again templates to automate your first messages: https://www.cassthompson.com/offers/YLHVXAPP/checkout Want to reach out but not sure what to say? Get the FREE "But What Do I Say?!?" Connection Messages Guidebook to steal our words and take them as your own! https://www.cassthompson.com/connection Creating a standing lunch date: https://youtu.be/T8A7yRGlTmw Start posting on LinkedIn with our FREE list of 20 Things to Post on LinkedIn:

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19:47

Rebuild Your Social Confidence in 2026 | Practical...

Creating Opportunities ·

2025/12/04

In this episode of the Creating Opportunities Podcast, Cassandra Thompson shares her personal experience of losing social confidence after moving to a new state, facing a friendship breakup, and dealing with a family emergency. Cassandra outlines practical steps for regaining social fluency, treating it like a muscle that needs to be rebuilt. She recommends starting with familiar people, getting out of the house, joining activities, and even trying new facilitated friendship groups. The

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17:20

How to Use Holiday Parties to Your Advantage

Creating Opportunities ·

2025/11/20

Get the Confidently Connect workshop to be confidently YOU walking into any networking event: https://www.cassthompson.com/connectworkshop Start posting on LinkedIn with our FREE list of 20 Things to Post on LinkedIn: https://www.cassthompson.com/linkedin20 In this episode of Creating Opportunities, Cassandra Thompson discusses the untapped networking potential of holiday parties, transforming them from casual gatherings into meaningful relationship-building opportunities. Learn the

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18:12

Avoid These 4 Networking Mistakes to Boost Your Career

Creating Opportunities ·

2025/11/13

SPEAKING INQUIRIES 🙋🏼‍♀️ Contact: Cass@cassthompson.com https://www.cassthompson.com/speaker Want to reach out but not sure what to say? Get the FREE "But What Do I Say?!?" Connection Messages Guidebook to steal our words and take them as your own! https://www.cassthompson.com/connection The STOP Giving Value episode: https://youtu.be/6Zp7yJz5K-M LinkedIn Career Show: https://www.linkedin.com/events/successfulnetworkingstrategies-7037135168289050625/ Start posting on LinkedIn with our

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8:05

Master Networking in Under 10 Minutes

Creating Opportunities ·

2025/11/06

Want to reach out but not sure what to say? Get the FREE "But What Do I Say?!?" Connection Messages Guidebook to steal our words and take them as your own! https://www.cassthompson.com/connection In this episode of Creating Opportunities, Cassandra Thompson delves into the essentials of mastering networking in under 10 minutes. Highlighting the importance of building genuine relationships rather than merely exchanging business cards, she explains how consistent follow-up is key to creating

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14:30

5 Questions to Ask When You Have Nothing in Common

Creating Opportunities ·

2025/10/20

Get the Confidently Connect Workshop! https://www.cassthompson.com/connectworkshop Want to reach out but not sure what to say? Get the FREE "But What Do I Say?!?" Connection Messages Guidebook to steal our words and take them as your own! https://www.cassthompson.com/connection In this episode of Creating Opportunities, Cassandra Thompson addresses the decline in social curiosity due to hyper-personalization. She shares practical ways to reignite curiosity and improve relationship-building

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22:05

The Most Overlooked Way to Build Professional...

Creating Opportunities ·

2025/10/13

SPEAKING INQUIRIES 🙋🏼‍♀️ Contact: Cass@cassthompson.com https://www.cassthompson.com/speaker Maximizing Your Network: The Simple Power of 'See Something, Say Something' In this episode of the Creating Opportunities Podcast, Cassandra Thompson shares her favorite tactic for maintaining personal and professional relationships—'See Something, Say Something.' She debunks the myth that attending events and meeting new people is the hardest part of networking, emphasizing that following up and

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17:19

3 Tiny Habits You MUST Do Before 10 am If You Dread...

Creating Opportunities ·

2025/10/06

Get the Hello to Hello Again Templates at https://www.cassthompson.com/offers/YLHVXAPP Building Connections: The Power of Daily Habits In this episode, the speaker emphasizes the importance of taking personal responsibility to combat feelings of disconnection and loneliness. They discuss how small daily habits and rituals can strengthen both personal and professional relationships. The speaker provides practical tips, such as prioritizing people over productivity, sending birthday messages,

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14:03

The Overlooked Reason People Quit (It’s Not Pay)

Creating Opportunities ·

2025/09/29

Want to reach out but not sure what to say? Get the FREE "But What Do I Say?!?" Connection Messages Guidebook to steal our words and take them as your own! https://www.cassthompson.com/connection Start posting on LinkedIn with our FREE list of 20 Things to Post on LinkedIn: https://www.cassthompson.com/linkedin20 This episode discusses the critical importance of connection in the workplace as a strategy for employee retention. The speaker shares a disheartening story of a disconnected

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10:10

How to Make Small Talk So Easy, People Instantly Like...

Creating Opportunities ·

2025/09/22

Want to reach out but not sure what to say? Get the FREE "But What Do I Say?!?" Connection Messages Guidebook to steal our words and take them as your own! https://www.cassthompson.com/connection Start posting on LinkedIn with our FREE list of 20 Things to Post on LinkedIn: https://www.cassthompson.com/linkedin20 The Power of Effective Small Talk: Building Trust and Connection In this episode of the Creating Opportunities Podcast, Cassandra Thompson discusses the importance of small talk in

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19:21

Holiday Habits That Build Powerful Relationships

Creating Opportunities ·

2025/09/15

Get the FREE Holiday Planning Guide: https://cassthompson.myflodesk.com/jfudsg4b7f The CRM I use to tame relationship chaos is folk. You can try it here: https://try.folk.app/hyj1cq8wgq34 Start posting on LinkedIn with our FREE list of 20 Things to Post on LinkedIn: https://www.cassthompson.com/linkedin20 Holiday Planning: Cards, Gifts, and Events for Professionals In this episode of 'Creating Opportunities', host Cassandra Thompson discusses the importance of early holiday planning for

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