The Link Up Lounge: Strategic Networking for Small Business

32 - Networking Outside Your Industry — Why and How to Expand Your Circle


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What if your next big opportunity isn’t in your industry at all? In this episode, Tiffany and Donna share why stepping outside your usual circles can lead to unexpected referrals, collaborations, and momentum. From surprising client connections to conversations that started with curiosity instead of a pitch, this episode is a reminder that networking works best when it’s relational, not transactional. If you’ve been staying comfortable in your lane, this might be your sign to widen your reach.

Learn How to Build More Links:

  • Why networking outside your industry can unlock new opportunities
  • How to start conversations without triggering “sales mode”
  • The power of curiosity and open-ended questions
  • Why listening creates stronger connections than pitching

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On IG: @the_LinkUpLounge

Email the Link Up Lounge: [email protected]

Tiffany Mason on IG @VirtuallyYouPods

Donna Rueppell on IG @Rueppell_1KeyAtaTime

Come Network with us: WWW.BondandBeyondNetwork.com

(locally in St. John's Co. FL)

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The Link Up Lounge: Strategic Networking for Small BusinessBy Tiffany Mason and Donna Rueppell