A practical framework based on Greg Eisenberg's proven networking strategy

Introduction

Look, here's the truth: You can meet pretty much anyone you want to connect with. This strategy is fault-proof, and I've seen it work whether you have zero followers or 300,000. But before we dive in, let's get one thing straight – this isn't about collecting famous friends. It's about building real relationships with people you genuinely want to learn from and help succeed.

The Core Principle: Lead with Value

First things first: Delete these phrases from your vocabulary:

• "Can I pick your brain?"
• "Let's grab a quick coffee"
• "Would love to connect"

Why? Because they're lazy. And if you're lazy about reaching out, why would anyone successful want to spend time with you?

Step-by-Step Strategy

1. Set Up Your Digital Presence

Your profile is your business card. Here's how to make it work:

On Twitter/X specifically:

• Use a clear profile photo (actual photo of you, not an avatar)
• Write a tight, focused bio
• Have some thoughtful content/engagement
  • Don't worry if posts don't get many likes
  • Quality > Quantity
  • Quote tweets > straight retweets (add your perspective)

Pro Tip: Your profile can't be empty. When someone successful checks who just DM'd them, they need to see you're a real person with real thoughts.

2. Target & Research Phase

Create Your Focus List:

• Make a list of 5-10 people you want to meet in the next 12 months