#69 - Opening Doors for Others: A Networking Masterclass /w Donnie Boivin

🟪 Before we dive into it, join 500+ Solopreneurs and get for free each Saturday the episode learnings and insights into my how I run my own business: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.gabemarusca.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ In this deep dive into the art of networking with Donnie Boivin, CEO and founder of Success Champion Networking. Donnie, an expert in sales, business development, and networking, shares his journey from starting a business to creating a leading global networking platform. We discusses common misconceptions about networking, emphasizing that it's more about helping others grow their businesses than selling. Donnie also offers practical strategies for effective networking both in-person and online, explaining how to initiate conversations, build meaningful connections, and leverage these for business growth. With a focus on being a community builder, Donnie’s advice centres around creating value for others, the importance of asking for what you need, and the power of being the connection hub in your network. The discussion also touches on Donnie's multifaceted life outside networking, including running a farm and being a public speaker and author, reflecting the balance between professional success and personal fulfillment. 🟪 Timestamps (00:00) Trailer (02:27) The Networking Strategy you Haven't Heard Off (04:37) Common Networking Mistakes (09:41) How Donnie Runs Multiple Businesses (12:20) The Difference Between a Virtual and an Executive Assistant (15:52) On What Possition to Hire First? (19:10) How to Manage Your Workload as a Business Owner (22:13) Effective Strategies for In-Person Networking (26:47) How to Start Networking Conversations (28:50) How Soon you Should Book 1:1 Calls (31:29) How important is Mindset in Networking (34:52) Tips and Techniques for Online Networking (38:57) How to start an Online Networking Call (43:39) The Success Champion Networking Revolution (46:10) How to attend Your First Networking Event 🟪 Connect with Donnie Boivin Website: https://donnieboivin.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnieboivin/ SCN: https://successchampionnetworking.com 🟪 Connect with Gabe Marusca - https://www.gabemarusca.com/bio 🟪 Support the Show Rate the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Rate the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Until Next Week, Pura Vida!