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The Greatness Machine

347 | My #1 Advice for Building a Dream Client List

Apr 11, 2025
24:14

What if the key to unlocking your biggest opportunities wasn’t in the size of your audience—but in the conversations you choose to have?


In this solo episode, Darius Mirshahzadeh pulls back the curtain on one of his best-kept secrets: how to use a podcast to build powerful relationships, expand your network, and land your dream clients—without chasing downloads or going viral. He shares the origin story of The Greatness Machine, how it began as a live stream for a book launch, and why focusing on who you interview matters more than how many people are listening.


In this episode, Darius will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction to Podcasting for Networking

(02:08) The Journey of The Greatness Machine

(05:55) Building Relationships Through Podcasting

(11:56) Podcasting as a Sales Tool

(16:08) The Future of Podcasting and Networking


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Connect with Darius:

Website: https://therealdarius.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/

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

YouTube: https://therealdarius.com/youtube

Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708


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