Context
You are meeting someone influential for the first time.
Coaching session
Make introductions that stick and open real opportunities.
You are meeting someone influential for the first time.
Be memorable, curious, and easy to follow up with.
→Introduce yourself in 30 seconds.
Hi, I’m Alex—I help product teams communicate strategy so launches don’t stall in meetings. I work at the intersection of product and storytelling, usually with growth-stage companies. Lately I’ve been focused on how leaders create clarity under pressure. I’d love to learn what you’re building and where communication shows up in your work. Great to meet you.
→Ask a thoughtful question about their work.
I’m curious—what’s the hardest communication challenge on your team right now? Is it aligning executives, coaching managers, or keeping customers confident during change? I ask because those moments often decide whether good ideas actually ship. I’d love your perspective from the work you’re doing.
→Suggest a natural next step to stay in touch.
This has been genuinely useful. Would it be okay if I send a short note tomorrow with the article I mentioned and one idea tailored to your team? No pitch—just a thoughtful follow-up. And if a fifteen-minute chat next month makes sense, I’m happy to find a time. Thanks again—I really enjoyed meeting you.