Episdoe #24 - Turn Your Networking into a Revenue-Generating Opportunity for Entrepreneurs

Networking is crucial for the growth and success of our businesses, but so often we fear it because of our desire for instant gratification. When this happens, we focus too much on the results rather than getting to know people and building trust with them. This puts our customers’ needs in second place, which ultimately leads to a lack of success. However, networking is not something that yields quick results; it's a process that takes time as we build relationships and gain trust from those around us.

Networking is an invaluable tool for entrepreneurs and business owners. It gives you a platform to build relationships with others who can refer you to potential customers and partners. Additionally, networking provides access to resources like mentorship, funding, and collaborations that can help take your business to the next level. It's important to remember that networking isn't just about connecting with other people - it's also about sharing your products and services with the community in order to grow your customer base.

In this episode, Bunmi talks about how entrepreneurs can benefit from networking, as well as how to overcome any fears they may have. She also shares actionable advice on how to make your networking activities into an income-generating process.

 

Let’s jump in!

 

Snapshot of the Key Points from the Episode:

[01:36] What is networking, and why it’s a process?  

[02:49] The main purpose and goal of networking in business.

[04:23] Seven (7) benefits of networking for your business.

[07:28] Why are we often uncomfortable with networking, and how to overcome this fear?

 

About Bunmi Ajibade -

Bunmi Ajibade is the CEO, Executive Trainer, and Coach of Clarole Growth Resources, LLC. She impacts the lives of individuals, groups, and corporations through Coaching, Training, and Mentoring. Bunmi’s strategies include Creating Awareness, Clarity, and Navigating to be more and do more to achieve success.

Through her love, passion, care, and empathy, Bunmi has helped her clients navigate, gain clarity and find solutions that will make them live their best lives and become successful.

Bunmi has organized workshops, Seminars, led Leadership discussions, and conducted one on one coaching sessions. 

Bunmi is happily married and raised three successful sons. She resides in Texas, USA.

 

How to connect with Bunmi Ajibade:

Website: https://clarolegr.com

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bunmiaj/

Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/Clarole14

Book a call with Bunmi - http://clarolegr.com/meet