Invite to Connect: Alexandra Friedman, Chamber of Connection

Aaron Hurst and Charlotte Massey of the US Chamber of Connection discuss initiating invitations despite fear. Meanwhile, Charlotte enjoyed a trip to Minnesota for a family reunion and Aaron helped an Amazon delivery worker stuck behind a gate.

This week's guest is Seattle-based friendship and social skills coach Alexandra Friedman, who is a lifelong connector. Her work has evolved from hosting dinner parties, to 125 curated events for 2,700+ people, and into coaching on social skills and friendship. Alexandra coaches Aaron and Charlotte on capacity, group building, travel, and hosting, emphasizing a focus on invitation.

00:00 Introduction

00:29 Weekend Catch-Up

14:30 Introducing Alexandra Friedman

15:45 Childhood Roots of Connection

23:53 College, Yelp, and Career

30:09 Connection at Work and AI

33:11 Becoming a Friendship Coach

35:36 Live Mini Coaching Session

48:24 The Power of Initiation

51:06 Wrap-Up and Credits