Most people think networking is the key to growing a business. I believe relationships are.
I recently had the chance to sit down with Chrissy Bernal on the Finally Seen™ podcast to talk about how losing my job during the pandemic led me to build an entire business around meaningful conversations, community, and trust.
Listen to the full episode on LinkedIn by clicking here. Or keep reading below to read a summary of the talk.
Building a business gets a lot easier when you stop treating people like transactions. Instead of focusing on what you can get from someone, you start paying attention to what you can learn, who you can support, and where genuine relationships can grow.
I built Grow Getters Only and the Real Business Connections podcast from conversations. Real ones. The kind where you actually listen and show up for people. That shift in mindset changed everything for me. When I lost my job, it sparked my purpose in ways I never expected.
If you've been feeling pressure to show up everywhere, create more content, or chase the algorithm, this episode is a good reminder that relationships still matter. You don't have to be everywhere. You just have to be genuine where you are.
Here's the thing. The founders who believe relationships matter are the ones who build something that lasts. It's not about collecting contacts. It's about building real connections.
Stop treating people like transactions and start paying attention to what you can learn and who you can support. Genuine relationships are the foundation of sustainable business growth. You don't need to chase every algorithm or show up on every platform.
Building a business through meaningful conversations and community isn't just possible. It's powerful. And it all starts with showing up as a real person who cares about real connections.
Watch the full conversation on LinkedIn to hear more about how I built my business from relationships.
