135. ⭐ Soundbite: Our Two Cents on Networking - How to Avoid Awkwardness and Shine
10/18/24 • 8 min
Today we're diving into a topic that many of us know is important, but often overlook or feel unsure about—networking.
But here’s the thing, we’re not talking about your usual "swap business cards and shake hands" kind of networking. We're sharing our unique take on what really works for us—some strategies and approaches you may not have considered before.
Whether you're a seasoned solopreneur or just starting out, we’ll be exploring fresh, unexpected ways to build connections that actually move the needle for your business.
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Being a solopreneur is awesome but it’s not easy. It's hard to get noticed. Most business advice is for bigger companies, and you're all alone...until now. LifeStarr's SoloSuite Intro gives you free education, community, and tools to build a thriving one-person business. So, if you are lacking direction, having a hard time generating leads, or are having trouble keeping up with everything you have to do, or even just lonely running a company of one, be sure to check out SoloSuite Intro!
Today we're diving into a topic that many of us know is important, but often overlook or feel unsure about—networking.
But here’s the thing, we’re not talking about your usual "swap business cards and shake hands" kind of networking. We're sharing our unique take on what really works for us—some strategies and approaches you may not have considered before.
Whether you're a seasoned solopreneur or just starting out, we’ll be exploring fresh, unexpected ways to build connections that actually move the needle for your business.
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Being a solopreneur is awesome but it’s not easy. It's hard to get noticed. Most business advice is for bigger companies, and you're all alone...until now. LifeStarr's SoloSuite Intro gives you free education, community, and tools to build a thriving one-person business. So, if you are lacking direction, having a hard time generating leads, or are having trouble keeping up with everything you have to do, or even just lonely running a company of one, be sure to check out SoloSuite Intro!
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Being a solopreneur is awesome but it’s not easy. It's hard to get noticed. Most business advice is for bigger companies, and you're all alone...until now. LifeStarr's SoloSuite Intro gives you free education, community, and tools to build a thriving one-person business. So, if you are lacking direction, having a hard time generating leads, or are having trouble keeping up with everything you have to do, or even just lonely running a company of one, be sure to check out SoloSuite Intro!
The Aspiring Solopreneur - 135. ⭐ Soundbite: Our Two Cents on Networking - How to Avoid Awkwardness and Shine
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Networking is a powerful tool for solopreneurs, and it offers more than just business connections. It can fuel growth, provide valuable insights, open doors for new opportunities, the list goes on. By building these relationships with like minded professionals, solopreneurs can tap into a wealth of knowledge and exchange their ideas and gain access to resources that can help their businesses thrive. Networking fosters collaboration, boosts visib
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