Freelance to Founder Find Networking Groups That Don't Suck
Oct 23, 2025
In this engaging conversation, Clay Mosley, founder of GoLinus.com and agency-builder, offers savvy insights on effective networking. He explains why many local groups can feel spammy and shares tips on vetting them online. Discover the importance of visiting multiple groups to gauge member reliability and the value of personal invitations. Clay emphasizes that higher-cost groups often attract more serious members, making them worth considering. Plus, he encourages building trust through one-on-one meetings for better referrals. Networking doesn’t have to be painful!
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Visit Every Group In Person
- Visit every local networking group you can find rather than assuming from descriptions.
- Assess each in person to separate cheesy “chum bucket” groups from genuinely useful ones.
Built First Agency Via Leads Groups
- Clay built his first agency primarily through referral-style networking groups.
- He warns these groups can feel cheesy but still work if you persist and choose well.
Filter Groups By Member Types
- Use online member directories to pre-filter groups by who’s in them.
- Choose groups with many B2B and complementary professions, not B2C-heavy rosters.