Become The Person Everyone Refers.
Finally, a networking system built for people who aren’t naturally good at networking.
You know you should be networking (everyone says it’s the key to growing your business!), but no one’s ever taught you how to network effectively.
You walk into a room full of strangers, clutching a glass of wine, wondering why you even showed up. You make small talk, hand out a few business cards, & drive home feeling like it was a waste of time. 🙃
Instead of walking away from events with real relationships or new clients, you leave feeling drained, awkward, & invisible. Sound familiar?
Maybe you’ve told yourself:
✔ I'm not outgoing enough for this.
✔ Everyone in here is more successful than I am.
✔ I never know what to say, & I’m bad at talking to strangers.
✔ I've gone to networking events before, & nothing came of it.
✔ Following up after events is uncomfortable for me.
✔ In-person networking is outdated & a waste of my valuable time.
Here's the truth: most people aren't bad at networking.
They just walk in with the wrong mindset & no Solid plan.
Most networking advice is written for extroverts, big cities, & people selling to strangers online. This isn't that. Your in-person reputation compounds exactly like your online search ranking does. It's local. It's relationship-first. It rewards effort & consistency.
Conversation →
Relationship →
Referral →
Reputation
It all comes down to three words: connection over collection.
Welcome to In The Room
The Entrepreneur’s Guide To In-Person Networking
How to show up, stay connected, & become the person everyone remembers & refers.
I’ve built a real system: This isn’t just a pep talk. I’m sharing the exact framework I used to make in-person networking my #2 lead source, right behind Google SEO.
The 7-Module Roadmap
Each module contains practical tools, scripts, & prompts that you can implement right away. ↓
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Setting the stage, adjusting your mindset, and building your credibility.
Intro + A Fresh Approach To Networking
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Laying the groundwork before you step into a room.
Finding Your Rooms: Where Do Decision Makers, Connectors, & Your Ideal Clients Already Gather
Showing Up Ready: Setting Goals, Organizing Your Calendar, & What To Bring
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How to show up memorably, connect authentically, and bring value.
Walking In: Energy, Nerves, & Doing This As An Introvert
The Conversation: When To Talk, & When To Listen
Becoming Memorable: How To Start Building Your Credibility
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Building quality over quantity.
Giving First: Becoming A Trusted Resource & Connector
Navigating Difficult Dynamics
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The key to ROI: staying memorable & turning connections into opportunities.
The First Followup: The 24 Hour Rule & Why It's Effective
Going Deeper: How To Structure One-On-Ones
Staying Visible: Nurturing Relationships Over Time
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Strategies for staying visible & going the extra mile.
Your Online Presence: Making Sure You Match Up
Bigger In-Person Strategies: Hosting Events, etc.
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Taking networking to the next level: visibility, leadership, and ROI.
Networking As A Marketing Channel: Keeping Your Momentum
Your Sustainable Rhythm + Next Steps
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Extra resources to help you keep track of your progress!
Scripts & Conversation Prompts (PDF)
Networking Event Tracker (.xlsx)
Referral Tracker (.xlsx)
The 4 Step Action Plan Workbook (PDF)
Imagine walking into a networking event, knowing exactly what to say, leaving with two genuine connections, & actually looking forward to the next event.
No performance. No sales pitch. No pretending to be someone you're not.
What’s Included
I’ve created everything you need to go from "I dread this" to "I've got a system."
Modules
Lessons
Hr Runtime
Access
Watch one module at a time, or the whole thing in one sitting. Built to be digestible, not overwhelming.
Plus these done-for-you bonuses:
Networking doesn’t have to feel fake, forced, or exhausting.
When done intentionally, it’s a truly powerful marketing tool.
Hi, I’m Miranda Kelton.
When I moved from Portland to Bend, Oregon back in 2020, I knew exactly one person. 🙋♀️ Today, I know hundreds of local business owners, entrepreneurs, & community builders here in Central Oregon. Many of my best clients, valuable collaboration partners, & new friendships came directly from the relationships I’ve built through networking. In fact, in-person networking events are my #2 source of new leads & clients for my service-based small business.
And believe me, as a Headshot & Brand Photographer, referrals are everything.
It didn’t happen overnight. It happened because I developed a clear, repeatable system for showing up intentionally: one that focuses on connection over collection & relationships over transactions.
Real rooms. Real referrals.
These are the people who stopped dreading networking & started becoming the name everyone passes along. 🤝
What You’ll Learn:
This self-paced online course teaches you how to walk into any room (virtual or in-person) with confidence, build authentic relationships, & turn conversations into opportunities. 🤝
Here’s the best part: You can do this without feeling like a pushy salesperson.
Inside this course, you’ll discover exactly how to:
✔ Find & choose the right events that actually align with your goals.
✔ Show up prepared, confident, & ready to connect - yes, even if you’re an introvert.
✔ Have meaningful conversations that lead to real opportunities.
✔ Build trust, credibility, & genuine community over time.
✔ Follow up with ease & create a network that truly supports your business growth.
If you’ve ever wished you could walk into any room with confidence, connect authentically, & turn conversations into real opportunities, this is for you.
Who this course is for
Entrepreneurs, service providers, & small business owners who want to grow their visibility through authentic relationships, both locally & globally.
Introverts who want to network effectively without draining their energy.
Professionals ready to build influence & credibility in their community.
What You’ll Learn
How to find the right events & communities where your ideal clients actually are.
How to set clear goals before every event (& stick to them).
How to follow up intentionally so you stay top of mind (without being salesy).
The strategies I use to turn acquaintances into clients, collaborators, & friends.
The End Goal
After completing In The Room, my goal is that you’ll be able to walk into any event with confidence & purpose!
Build meaningful, long-term relationships that drive referrals & opportunities.
Know exactly how to follow up, stay visible, & grow your influence authentically.
Feel excited (not anxious) about networking.
Enroll Today
One course. Tools to stay on track. Lifetime access.
In The Room
Most business owners spend hundreds of dollars a year on chamber memberships & event tickets with nothing to show for it. For only $297, this system finally makes your time & investment in events feel worth it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Good to know
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About two and a half hours of video across 7 modules and 15 lessons. It's structured so you can watch one module at a time or sit down and go through the whole thing in a single afternoon without feeling overwhelmed.
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That's exactly who this is for! The whole framework is designed for people who find networking challenging or uncomfortable & are not naturally outgoing.
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In the Room is focused on in-person networking. That's the heart of the course: showing up in real rooms, starting conversations, and becoming the most trusted, most referred name in your local market. That said, your online presence plays a supporting role. One full module covers how to stay visible between events, because what people see online reinforces the trust you build face to face. So think of it as in-person first, with online as the amplifier that keeps you top of mind.
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In the Room is built for local, service-based small business owners and entrepreneurs who want to grow through real relationships. If you're a solopreneur, freelancer, or one-person business who relies on word of mouth and referrals, this is for you. It works whether you're in a small town or finding your community in a bigger city.
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Networking is a compounding channel, not an instant one. It comes down to visibility plus trust plus time. You show up, you're seen, you build real trust, and over time that turns into referrals. Some people start having promising conversations quickly, but the real payoff builds as your reputation spreads. Most people quit before the system has time to compound. This course shows you why, and gives you a rhythm you can actually sustain.
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The seven modules build on each other: reframing your mindset, prepping intentionally and finding the right rooms, showing up and starting conversations with ease, building trust so people refer you, following up in a way that actually works, staying visible online between events, and playing the long game so your efforts compound over time.
The people you're meant to meet are already out there.
This course works for anyone who is ready to stop leaving their lead flow completely up to the algorithm & start building a local network that sends business on its own.
Referral relationships compound. The business owners who are consistently showing up, having real conversations, & following through are becoming the trusted name in your market right now. Not because they're naturally better at networking, but because they have a proven system & they're using it.
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