As conference season kicks off, we’re thinking a lot about networking, not the stiff, “so what do you do?” kind, but the kind that actually feels like you. Because in the arts and cultural sector, connection isn’t just nice to have: it’s essential (just like a good pair of socks).
So we made something a little different.
Inspired by our guide Best Foot Forward: Getting Your Professional Networking Socks On, we’ve put together a quiz that helps you explore your own approach to networking—through the humble (but surprisingly revealing) sock.
Discover your Sock Profile and how it shapes the way you connect, collaborate, and recharge. Whether you’re a bold pattern, a quiet wool, or somewhere in between, there’s no wrong fit—just your style, your way.
Let’s be honest: the most powerful connections often come when we’re uncertain, mid-project, and not exactly “ready to network.” They happen in walk-and-talks, post-panel coffee chats, and those unexpectedly generous moments when someone sees you and says, “I’ve been there too.”
That’s the spirit behind our latest blog: Not Just Contacts: The Case for Socks, Strategy, and Creative Networks
Written from personal experience and backed by sector-shaping research, this blog explores the emotional labour, local moments, and small acts of care that make our creative ecosystem stronger. It's about real connection: messy, relational, slow-burning, and why it matters now more than ever.
If you’ve ever found networking awkward, draining, or just downright confusing, this one’s for you.
This quiz isn’t about putting you in a box. It’s about helping you recognise what already works for you—and where you might want to stretch (without getting blisters).
Whether you’re heading into back-to-back panels or hoping to make one or two meaningful connections, understanding your style helps you show up with more intention and less pressure.
Ready to take the next step? Our full Best Foot Forward resource is packed with tailored advice, mindset shifts, and sector-specific insights to help you build your network in a way that’s strategic, sustainable, and suits you perfectly.