061. Building Healthy Relationships: Networking with Integrity and Grace

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Today's topic is building relationships and networking with integrity and grace. This conversation emphasizes the importance of staying authentic, having mutual benefits in mind, active listening, offering support and resources, and providing expertise. It also stresses the importance of making others feel seen and heard while networking. Furthermore, it suggests offering something of value without expecting anything in return can lead to positive outcomes such as referrals or other forms of collaboration. The discussion draws attention to how quickly social media has changed the way we interact with each other and encourages the listener to prioritize finding ways and places to connect with others.

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[00:01 - 07:57] Building Genuine Connections with Grace and Integrity

• Teri and Jen stress the value of networking and building healthy relationships with integrity to empower women in their business endeavors
• The hosts share personal experiences, advocating a heart-of-service approach in networking to foster genuine connections
• Authenticity is highlighted as a key factor in attracting like-minded individuals who align with their mission and values

[07:58 - 20:42] Building Lasting Connections

• Confidence and authenticity go hand in hand, and the hosts encourage continuous networking to become more comfortable and authentic in interactions
• By seeking mutual benefits and offering value without self-interest, women can create a positive impression, attract referrals, and potentially gain new clients, promoting a collaborative and supportive networking mindset

[20:43 - 26:55] Nurturing Relationships Beyond Business

• Teri emphasizes the importance of nurturing connections beyond business, leading to lifelong friendships and support in personal challenges
• By intertwining personal, professional, and faith aspects, women can build genuine relationships that offer unwavering support
• Being authentic and supportive in networking creates a network of genuine friends who provide valuable collaboration and encouragement
• They conclude with a reminder to invest in expanding one's network, even with just a few connections each week, as it can have profound ripple effects in both personal and business spheres

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Quotes: 

" So it's not always about what you say, but it's how you make others feel that leaves that lasting impression." - Teri Johnson

"I think that for us to build healthy relationships and network with integrity and grace, we just have to be active listeners." - Jen Emslander

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