Listen "Networking That Actually Works: Turning Conversations into Clients - Episode 57"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of Been There, Sold That, hosts Phil Whitebloom and Brianna Hendley break down what real networking looks like in today’s business world. Forget the awkward “What do you do?” introductions—this episode dives into how to turn every conversation into opportunity by being intentional, specific, and story-driven. Phil and Brianna share practical strategies to: Identify who you should really be networking with Craft a 30-second story that gets attention and earns trust Set clear goals for each event (hint: seven appointments beat seven business cards) Avoid wasting time on “social visits” that don’t lead to sales Differentiate yourself at live and virtual events with memorable, results-driven approaches Whether you’re an introvert, extrovert, or somewhere in between, this episode will show you how to make networking pay off—efficiently, effectively, and profitably. Take Action: Have a sales or communication challange you want feedback on? Visit beentheresoldthat.com to connect with Phil and Brianna. Brianna Hendley, Founder of Achievant Coaching| [email protected] | www.achievantcoaching.com Phil Whitebloom, Founder of Been There Consulting Services | [email protected] | www.beentherecs.com Phil's book - Handling Objections: Clues For Closing The Sale is available at Amazon #BusinessNetworking #BuildRelationships #NetworkingTips #EntrepreneurMindset #SalesCoaching #SmallBusinessGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment #LeadershipPodcast #BusinessRelationships #NetworkingForSuccess
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