What if they don't like me?

How do you start a conversation when you’re afraid of rejection? 💬 In this episode of Social Circle, Sindhura Basavaraju and Arnav Goyal talk about networking, communication and building the confidence to approach new people. Sindhura shares how a conversation at a Melbourne tram stop led to a job interview—and why she thinks of networking as connecting with people, rather than collecting contacts. We also explore introversion, the fear of rejection and how small conversations can grow into friendships and opportunities. Later, Sindhura explains how Toastmasters Melbourne helps people practise public speaking, think on their feet and gain confidence through feedback. CONNECT WITH THE SPEAKERS Sindhura Basavaraju LinkedIn:   / sindhura-basavaraju-606088127   Instagram:   / siindhuura   Arnav Goyal LinkedIn:   / arnav-goyal-profile   Instagram:   / argo.odyssey   DISCUSSION POINTS • Starting conversations with strangers • Networking through real human connections • Overcoming the fear of rejection • Building confidence as an introvert or ambivert • Practising communication and public speaking at Toastmasters TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Networking stories 04:40 Public voice 09:18 Toastmasters 11:18 Final thoughts YOUR TURN Have you ever started a conversation that led somewhere unexpected? What helps you feel more confident when meeting new people? Share your story in the comments. EXPLORE MORE Toastmasters Melbourne: https://www.meetup.com/toastmasters-v... Property Chit Chat:   / 1719546515783904   Subscribe to Social Circle for conversations about community, careers and the connections that shape our lives. #SocialCircle #Toastmasters #PublicSpeaking #CommunicationSkills #Networking #Confidence #Melbourne