How can building relationships over coffee be a game-changer in business growth?

Show Summary:
In this enlightening episode, Charles Alexander delves deep with networking guru, Jason Elkins. Together, they unpack the essence of building meaningful connections and the nuances of networking. Jason shares his innovative "100 Cups" approach. Diving deep into the essence of relationship-building, he reveals how intentional meetings and a servant-first mindset can impact business growth. It's not just about coffee; it's about forging connections.

Takeaways:

• True business networking isn't just about selling; it's about building genuine, supportive relationships.
• Listening 70% of the time and speaking 30% ensures you truly understand the needs and ambitions of the person you're connecting with.
• While digital connections flourish, nothing beats the authentic connection forged over a cup of coffee.
• Genuine investment in others, even if it's not immediately profitable, can yield unexpected dividends in the future.
• Building "meeting muscle" isn't about the hard pitch; it's about learning, sharing, and genuinely wanting to help.
• Meeting the right people can be like adding gasoline to your entrepreneurial fire.
• Small businesses thrive or sink based on client selection.
• A structured follow-up is essential for nurturing new connections.
• Modern business requires a blend of online content creation and personal connections.

Stay away from the mainstream, be authentic, and remember, you can't replicate the magic that happens in person, even if it's just over coffee.

About our guest Jason Elkins

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Jason graduated from Central Michigan University with a degree in Organizational Communication and jumped into business development.
After years of top sales honors in the staffing business, he began chasing start-up and entrepreneurial dreams. Always quick to adapt to new technologies, Jason utilized blogging and social media to help increase his sales, and when his job ended abruptly, he launched out on his own to start a consulting business helping other companies use these tools. Jason’s passion for writing has contributed to hundreds of articles being written specifically to help others. That’s his goal with his upcoming book project – 100 Cups of Coffee in 100 Days.

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Charles Alexander has been a full-time Business Coach since 2007. He has coached over 2,000 entrepreneurs to grow their businesses and helped over 250 people start businesses.

Then he decided to practice what he preached. After years of seeing the need for video marketing, he started creating Explainer Videos for Busy Professionals in 2015. That part-time business is now a full-time business with proven systems and a team.

Using those real-world experiences, I have created a boatload (well not a real boat, but you get the picture) of resources for you below, so you can start doing more by doing less!

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