The Power of Connections - Donnie Boivin - Chief Endurance Officer with Greg McDonough - Episode # 100

What does it really take to build a powerful network? Today’s guest is a true champion of perseverance and success! Introducing Donnie Boivin, speaker, coach, and founder of Success Champions Networking. Donnie joins host Gregory McDonough to celebrate the 100th episode with an inspiring conversation on overcoming entrepreneurial struggles and building a thriving business. He also delves into the power of strategic networking, ranking relationships, and creating real opportunities for growth.

Takeaways:

• Follow-up diligently with key contacts and potential collaborators. Tenacity in communication can open doors that may otherwise remain closed.
• Recognize that enduring and overcoming significant challenges can help build character and resilience. Use these experiences as learning opportunities.
• Avoid micromanagement. Identify specific tasks that can be delegated to others to free up time and resources for higher-level strategic work.
• Explore creating specialized groups or services targeting specific industries or needs. This can help in attracting a more focused and relevant audience.
• Prioritize your contacts based on the mutual value they provide. Create a structured approach to networking by ranking contacts and focusing on nurturing high-value relationships.
• Invest in teaching networking skills to younger individuals. This can create a strong foundation for their professional success and benefit your own network in the long run.

Quote of the Show:

• " It's not about getting over it. It's about who you become going through it." - Donnie Boivin

Links:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnieboivin/  
• Company Website: https://successchampionnetworking.com/ 
• Personal Website: https://donnieboivin.com/  
• Badass Business Summit: https://badassbusinesssummit.com/ ie’s episode
• Podcast: https://donnieboivin.com/growth-mode/  
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donnie.boivin/  

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