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April 1, 2024 29 mins
Do you want tips to get comfortable with networking? If not, you should! 80% of professionals consider business relationships key to their careers, yet only 38% report comfort mingling at media events. The fundamental goal of networking is to build relationships. The fundamental goal of business is to build relationships. Networking is a skill that will carry your business to new heights. Join us as we share one-of-a-kind tips on networking from the largest referral networking group in the world.

Top knowledge drops in this episode:

Networking is all about the Giver’s Gain. Approach networking with curiosity, sincerely getting to know others and giving them something of value first. This helps to build relationships and trust, which makes others more apt to help you or buy from you down the road.

You never know what an unexpected connection can do for your entire network. Some connections can help you grow in the most unexpected ways. Whether it is personal growth or growth in business. Always be curious in your interactions, even if it doesn’t seem like the person is a likely match to network with you. Amazing things happen from coincidence all the time in networking.

You have a stack of business cards with juicy notes and ideas, but what do you do with them now? Listen to this episode in full to learn about the importance of follow-up and gain some insightful tips on how to manage following up with your new connections. 

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Allison Anna is the Owner of Awakened Marketing, a rapidly growing Digital Marketing Company with a mission to Awaken businesses to a new way of marketing. She is on a mission to awaken empathy and emotional intelligence in the business world. She is an international bestselling author and writer for Brainz Magazine, Canvas Rebel Magazine, and Small Business Showcase Magazine.

To connect with Allison Anna or learn more about Awakened Marketing go to: www.awakenedmarketing.com
www.facebook.com/awakenedmarketing111

Andy Garza is the Owner of Big Gorilla Marketing and Sales Training and Co-Founder of The Small Business Showcase. Over the last 35 years, he has built several successful businesses from the ground up and has also achieved top Salesman at many companies. He now exclusively teaches the highly sought-after methods of Guerilla Marketing and Sales. Many people have gained the secrets to success in business using his tactical Sales and Marketing strategies.

To learn more about Small Business Showcase and Subscribe to receive exclusive business insight and articles to your email inbox go to:
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To connect with Andy Garza or learn more about Guerilla Marketing go to:
www.biggorillamarketing.com
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