Summary:What can you learn about sales and connections from a guy on a mission to connect housands of people via cocktail parties?Today I bring on Eric Melchor, a channel manager at Honeywell, and a Texan at heart living in Bucharest. Those two things may not go together but Eric followed his wife to Europe and he's connected hundreds of people over conversations at local cocktail parties.We explore the significance of human connection in sales, the power of storytelling, and the importance of authenticity in building trust. Eric shares his unique approach to networking through cocktail parties, emphasizing the value of personal connections over traditional networking methods. The conversation highlights the role of icebreakers in fostering meaningful conversations and offers practical strategies for engaging with others, both online and in person. I'm a big believer in people buying into the human side of you and Eric gives you tools to do this yourself through the way he connects one time guests.Key Moments:00:00 Introduction to Human Connection in Sales03:08 The Power of Storytelling in Sales06:06 Personal Background and Influences08:59 Creating Comfortable Environments for Connection11:59 The Cocktail Party Concept15:07 Unexpected Outcomes from Networking Events18:01 Building Relationships Beyond Job Titles21:02 Curating Connections for Events23:47 Practical Tips for Strengthening Connections27:09 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsConnect with EricLinkedINHeading to Bucharest? Reach out to Eric for a Cocktail PartyConnect with Us!LinkedIN: Website: