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Today on Stay Fearless or Die Trying:

1. I filmed a day in my Connecticut life…the nostalgia was real. If you don’t follow me on TikTok, you really should. I’m like the party upstairs of the corporate party.

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3. How to network without feeling like a mindless business robot 🤖 

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Networking Is Like the Gym…

…like you're trying to bench press an elephant - it's intimidating and sometimes just plain hard. But let's get real, there's a massive difference between grinding through a boring workout and hitting your stride. Here's how to make networking not just tolerable, but actually fun:

Friends, Not Just Contacts 🤝❤️

Ditch the idea that networking is all about collecting business cards like Pokémon (or baseball cards? I’m not sure what kids collect these days..) It's time to make real, laugh-over-coffee friends in your industry. I'm not saying your lawyer has to be your wedding date, but aim for those conversations that feel like catching up with an old pal. Business will flow naturally from there.

• Network at Non-Work Events: Art shows, runs, book clubs. Make friends, not just contacts.

• Personalize Follow-Ups: Send a link to something you discussed. Show you care beyond business.

• Celebrate Their Life: Birthday shoutouts, congrats on personal wins. Turn contacts into friends.

Pro Tip: Got a funny story about yourself? Use it as your icebreaker. It’s like your secret weapon to kickstart meaningful chats.

Join the Club, Literally 🧑‍🤝‍🧑

Joining a networking group isn't just about expanding your LinkedIn; it's about finding your tribe. These groups are where you'll score those golden referrals because you meet up regularly. Whether you're into local meet-ups or diving into digital spaces, consistency is key.

• Give Before You Get: Share leads, shout out others' wins, and offer value first. The best way to get referrals? Be someone worth referring.

•  Find the Right Fit: Not all groups are created equal. Try a few, then commit to the one where you vibe best and see real opportunities.

• Go Beyond Meetings: Engage between meetups! Comment on members' posts, send check-in messages, and keep the relationships warm.

Pro Tip: Use Meetup or Eventbrite to find your crew. Start with your local Chamber of Commerce or a BNI group - they're like the Netflix of referrals. Here's Pat Flynn dropping wisdom on the power of community.

Crash the Party of the Pros 🎉

If you're in a city teeming with industry leaders, follow them on socials, not to stalk, but to know where they chill. Popping into a swanky spot or a buzzing restaurant can lead to those "accidental" but oh-so-lucrative meetings. Make it look effortless.

• Follow industry leaders on socials to spot their hangouts. Not stalking, just smart networking.

• Hang out where the influencers chill. Make every encounter look like a happy accident.

• Effortless networking: Be where your industry's stars relax for spontaneous business chats.

Read about how “Chance” founder Julia Leach had a series of run-ins that resulted in a business:

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