In this episode Virginia and Christie talked about: 

•⁠  ⁠How Christy transitioned from networking to creating the Seven-Figure Book Launch Program

•⁠  ⁠The importance of building relationships that drive business success

•⁠  ⁠Turning a book into a lead-generation tool for entrepreneurs

•⁠  ⁠Lessons from the Marketers Cruise on fostering meaningful connections

•⁠  ⁠Common networking mistakes and adopting a "go-giver" mindset

Takeaways:

1.⁠ ⁠Build meaningful relationships—they drive opportunities!

2.⁠ ⁠Serve others first to create trust and lasting connections.

3.⁠ ⁠A well-crafted book can grow your business exponentially.

4.⁠ ⁠Networking is about relationships, not just sales.

5.⁠ ⁠Focus on quality over quantity when building your network.

Connect with Christie Ruffino 

Find Christie on LinkedIn to learn more about her work and insights into networking effectively:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/christieruffino/ 

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https://www.bbrpodcast.com/

Episode Description

In this episode Virginia and Stephen talked about: 

• How Stephen got his start as a sales professional 

• Relationships, Money and Happiness 

• Rising up from the ashes of failure 

• Finding direction through finding your strengths

• The need for Gen Y and Gen Z to develop networking skills 

Takeaways: 

• Nurture your relationships - they open doors!

• Relationships bring 10x the choices that money can buy 

• Relationships are key to happiness

• How do you add value and contribute?

• If you want a quality life hang out with quality people

Connect with Stephen Oommen

Find Stephen on LinkedIn to learn more about her work and insights into networking effectively:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenoommen/

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https://www.bbrpodcast.com/

Episode Description:

In this episode Virginia and Annette talked about: 

1.  Annette’s decision to leave her corporate gig

2. How Annette built her entrepreneurial network from scratch

3. How to communicate effectively in networking and copywriting

4. A new thought on funnels

Takeaways: 

• Don’t just get older - jump into your dream

• Build your network before you need it

• Know your audience and speak directly to them

• Write like you're speaking to one person.

Connect with Annette Mashi 

Find Annette on LinkedIn to learn more about her work and insights into networking effectively:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/annettemashi/

Website/ Free Resource: 

3 Steps Turning Prospects into Paying Clients

https://write-wizards.kit.com/f82d541acf 

Connect with Virginia:

https://www.bbrpodcast.com/

Episode Description:

In this episode Virginia and Annette talked about: 

1.  How Janice got in her start in business

2. LinkedIn mistakes that are costing you connections

3. Hot tips for profitable connections on LinkedIn

4. Janice’s Relationship Rules Podcast

Takeaways: 

• Does your LinkedIn profile let them get to know you from the get-go

• First things first - build rapport! 

• Creating relationship is a habit

• Stay connected and be remembered

Connect with Janice Porter 

Find Janice on LinkedIn to learn more about her work and insights into networking effectively:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/janiceporter/

Website/ Free Resource: 

 7 Steps to Build Solid Business Relationships That Las & Grow Your Business

https://www.janiceporter.com/#7Steps

Connect with Virginia:

https://www.bbrpodcast.com/

Episode Description:

In this episode Virginia and Sabrina talked about: 

1. Sabrina’s career in door-to-door sales 
2. What inspired Sabrina to build a community 
3. Conquering the victim mindset 
4. The importance of omnipresence 
5. Sabrina’s 377 method

Takeaways: 

• There’s always one more.. Never quit! 
• Build something where people want to come 
• Lean into your story and own who you are
• Don’t quit until you succeed

Connect with Sabrina Victoria 

Find Sabrina on LinkedIn to learn more about her work and insights into networking effectively:

 https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabrinavictoria/

Website/ Free Resource: 

• HER Nation Global FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/hernationglobal

Connect with Virginia:

https://www.bbrpodcast.com/

Episode Description:

In this episode Virginia and John talked about: 

1. Why John decided to be an entrepreneur 

2. The necessity of intentionally building your personal brand 

3. Essential elements of a personal brand

4. How to monetize your mission on Youtube 

Takeaways: 

• Stay true to your mission 

• Your personal brand should build trust 

• Build strong personal connections to create client referrals 

• Your YouTube channel is your gift to the world 

• Youtube Business Plan Worksheet

Connect with John Vlach

Find John on LinkedIn to learn more about his work and insights into networking effectively:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnthevideoguy/

Website/ Free Resource: 

• Youtube Business Plan Worksheet - johnthevideoguide.com

Connect with Virginia:

https://www.bbrpodcast.com/

Episode Description:

In this episode Virginia and Jermane talked about: 

1. How networking can create financial freedom through strategic partnerships.

2. Traditional sales to leveraging referral partnerships for growth.

3. The power of personalized gift-giving to build rapport and reward loyalty.

4. Patience, understanding your audience, and fostering confidence and humility for long-term success.

 Key Takeaways:

• Great partnerships begin with the courage to listen and the patience to nurture.

• Small, thoughtful gestures can leave an impact that echoes far beyond the moment.

• ⁠Authenticity isn’t just a strategy; it’s the foundation of lasting success.

• True service starts with asking, ‘How can I help?’ and meaning it.

Connect with Jermane Cheathem

Find Jermane on LinkedIn to learn more about his work and insights into networking effectively:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jermane-cheathem/

Website/ Free Resource: 

CreatorsLearn.com

Offers information about his training programs and services for entrepreneurs interested in the financial services sector.

Connect with Virginia:

https://www.bbrpodcast.com/

In this episode Virginia and Blake Grewal talked about: 

1. How Blake began his entrepreneurial journey
2. Why great customer experience design matters
3. Blake’s Six-Week Raving Fans Sprint
4. 3 Critical customer journey touch points
5. How to turn customers into raving fans

Key Takeaways:

• The best businesses provide GREAT experiences
• What do your clients think of your service?
• Your customers need quick wins
• When it comes to customer experience, think in “moments”

Connect with Blake Grewal:

Find Blake on LinkedIn to learn more about his work and insights into networking effectively:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/blakegrewal/

Free Resource: Client HealthScore Tool

https://gx6qgh533pg.typeform.com/to/QBFht1OA?typeform-source=www.linkedin.com

Connect with Virginia:

https://www.bbrpodcast.com/

In this episode Virginia and Phil Herrington talked about: 

1. How Phil got started as a connector

2. Phil’s price tier model 

3. How to have a lucrative networking conversation 

Key Takeaways:

• Don’t just follow what you see; remember that even experts started small.

• Embrace the power of one-on-one connections.

• Strive to be more than just visible—be memorable.

Connect with Phil Herrington:

Find Phil on LinkedIn to learn more about his work and insights into networking effectively:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/philtheconnector/ 

Connect with Virginia:

https://www.bbrpodcast.com/

In this episode of the "Business by Referral" podcast, the vibrant and insightful host, Virginia Muzquiz, affectionately known as the "Referral Diva," sits down with Renee Hastings, the inspiring founder of Executive Help Now, a leading virtual assisting agency. Renee's mission is to support overwhelmed entrepreneurs and business owners by offering specialized assistance, enabling them to spend more quality time with their families and focus on strategic growth.

Renee shares her compelling journey from an executive assistant to a successful agency owner, highlighting the crucial role of delegation in achieving sustainable business growth. The conversation delves into the intricacies of building a business through referrals, touching on the challenges of finding the right referral partners and ensuring fair compensation.

Virginia and Renee also explore the importance of cultivating authentic relationships and serving others within the business community. The episode wraps up with actionable tips on maintaining a healthy work-life balance and effectively growing a business through the power of referrals and strategic partnerships. This is a must-listen for anyone looking to grow their business by working smarter, not harder.

00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome

00:13 Meet Renee Hastings: Helping Entrepreneurs Thrive

02:36 Renee's Journey: From Assistant to Business Owner

04:04 Balancing Act: Managing Full-Time Job and Business

05:15 The Myth of Hustle and Grind Culture

06:50 Delegation: The Key to Sustainable Growth

16:57 The Power of Organic Growth and Referrals

22:05 Identifying Strategic Referral Partners

23:48 Building a Referral Nexus

24:19 Understanding the Right Fit Exchange

25:05 Navigating Referral Fees and Industry Norms

27:47 Fair Exchange in Joint Ventures

31:11 Protecting Your BusinessModel

38:20 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Connect with Renee Hastings ⬇️⬇️⬇️

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ReneeHastingsSpeaks/ 

https://www.facebook.com/ExecutiveHelpNow/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reneehastingsspeaks/ 

https://www.instagram.com/executivehelpnow/ 

Twitter: https://x.com/executivehelpnw 

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@reneehastings 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reneehastings17/ 

https://www.linkedin.com/company/executive-help-now/ 

Website: https://reneehastings.com/ 

https://www.reneehastings247.com/ 

Connect with Virginia:

https://www.bbrpodcast.com/

In this episode of the Business by Referral Podcast, the host dives deep into the powerful blend of relationships and technology in fueling business growth, featuring the dynamic entrepreneur, Shafqat Huq. Together, they explore how building genuine, organic relationships through networking can be a game-changer for any business. Shafqat opens up about his own journey—starting as a high school entrepreneur and evolving into a serial entrepreneur running multiple successful ventures, including a standout marketing agency and a thriving consulting firm.

The conversation touches on the role of technology in streamlining business processes and shares actionable strategies for acquiring and nurturing clients. Shafqat offers a wealth of knowledge on setting meaningful goals, overcoming networking challenges, and leveraging tools like GoHighLevel to supercharge business operations. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your approach, this episode is packed with insights that will help you grow your business authentically and effectively.

00:00 Introduction and Catching Up

00:22 Discussing LinkedIn Photo and Form

02:25 Podcast Experience and Title Discussion

03:29 Technical Issues and Internet Challenges

06:12 Starting the Podcast: Guest Introduction

09:55 Entrepreneurial Journey: High School to Wealth Management

11:20 Fest Friends: The Music Festival Marketplace

13:11 Transition to Tech and Consulting

14:04 Marketing Strategy and GoHighLevel Platform

21:34 Challenges of Technology Adoption for Midlife Entrepreneurs

24:54 Applying New Skills After Training

25:18 The Gratification of Self-Sufficiency

26:58 Networking and Relationship Building

28:34 Challenges in Networking

29:50 The Five P Process

36:51 Leveraging Technology for Business Growth

39:44 The Power of Referrals and Networking

45:33 Advice for Building Relationships

49:34 The Long-Term Benefits of Networking

51:24 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Connect with Shafqat Huq ⬇️⬇️⬇️

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shafhuq07/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shafqathuq/?hl=en 

Twitter: https://x.com/shafqathuq 

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shafqathuq 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sshuq/ 

Website: https://www.shafqathuq.com/ 

Connect with Virginia:

https://www.bbrpodcast.com/