

470. Give to Grow: How to Build Your Career with Mo Bunnell
Sep 16, 2024
Mo Bunnell, an author known for his focus on relationship-building in careers and businesses, shares his insights on nurturing genuine connections. He emphasizes how investing in generous relationships can exponentially grow your career and network. Bunnell discusses the effectiveness of offering free samples of services over proposals, prioritizing the right fit in business, and creating mutually beneficial relationships. His practical tips aim to transform networking from transactional interactions to meaningful partnerships.
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Origins Of A Relationship Focus
- Mo Bunnell grew up isolated in a tiny Indiana town and was a late physical bloomer, which made him crave belonging.
- That childhood shaped his lifelong mission to build community and teach relational business practices.
Awareness Multiplies Expertise
- Awareness beats technical expertise when no one knows who you are.
- Pair deep expertise with relationship-building to become unstoppable.
Start With Generosity
- Lead with generosity to unlock reciprocity and extend conversations.
- Offer a small 'gift to get' like an hour of help to build trust and demonstrate authority.