#262 Quantum Networking: Building Real Connections with Gil Petersil
Wed Feb 04 2026
In this episode of Rise & Flow, I sit down with Gil Petersil, master networker, quantum connector, and advisor to some of the world’s most influential leaders to explore what networking really means in the next era of leadership.
Gil shares his personal journey into quantum networking, including the early mistakes that shaped his philosophy and the shift from transactional connection to intentional, presence-led relationships. We unpack why traditional networking models no longer work, and how genuine connection, energy awareness, and integrity are becoming the true currencies of influence.
Together, we explore Gil’s CARE framework for building meaningful relationships, the role of energy management in leadership, and his innovative use of tea ceremonies as a modern ritual for deeper human connection.
This conversation is an invitation to audit your network, release performative connections, and focus on quality over quantity, not just to grow your reach, but to create a more grounded, fulfilling, and aligned life.
This episode is for entrepreneurs, leaders, and professionals who know that who you are matters more than who you know.
Gil is an Aries, 5/1 Emotional Generator for all you design lovers!
Episode Links
Click here to connect with Gil, get a Free Network Audit or join a course!Join the BEST OF YOU with Elaine here - use the code PODCAST10 for 10% off as a listener of the show.
Takeaways
Networking is a set of spiritual practices.
We waste so much time in a day.
The fortune is in the frequency.
It's okay to not need to make everyone happy.
We are oversharing, we spill too much words.
The CARE framework helps in managing relationships.
Energy management is crucial in networking.
Creating ceremonial spaces enhances connection.
Networking should be about quality, not quantity.
We are over communicating, but under connecting.
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In this episode of Rise & Flow, I sit down with Gil Petersil, master networker, quantum connector, and advisor to some of the world’s most influential leaders to explore what networking really means in the next era of leadership. Gil shares his personal journey into quantum networking, including the early mistakes that shaped his philosophy and the shift from transactional connection to intentional, presence-led relationships. We unpack why traditional networking models no longer work, and how genuine connection, energy awareness, and integrity are becoming the true currencies of influence. Together, we explore Gil’s CARE framework for building meaningful relationships, the role of energy management in leadership, and his innovative use of tea ceremonies as a modern ritual for deeper human connection. This conversation is an invitation to audit your network, release performative connections, and focus on quality over quantity, not just to grow your reach, but to create a more grounded, fulfilling, and aligned life. This episode is for entrepreneurs, leaders, and professionals who know that who you are matters more than who you know. Gil is an Aries, 5/1 Emotional Generator for all you design lovers! Episode Links Click here to connect with Gil, get a Free Network Audit or join a course!Join the BEST OF YOU with Elaine here - use the code PODCAST10 for 10% off as a listener of the show. Takeaways Networking is a set of spiritual practices. We waste so much time in a day. The fortune is in the frequency. It's okay to not need to make everyone happy. We are oversharing, we spill too much words. The CARE framework helps in managing relationships. Energy management is crucial in networking. Creating ceremonial spaces enhances connection. Networking should be about quality, not quantity. We are over communicating, but under connecting.