Networking as someone who has 0 family connection in finance

Hi everyone! I know this is a question thats been asked time and time again, but does anyone have any advice as to how to properly have a networking chat that will make someone wanna help you. I understand ask good questions and be memorable, but how do you really do that. Any advice would be greatly appreciated

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