What makes a good strategic partnershop? In this podcast episode, Lauren brings on Aurrie Hicks of Hopson Rae to talk all things collaboration and strategic partnerships. They share how they first connected through social media and discovered they had the same due date for their pregnancies. They talk about their backgrounds and starting their own businesses, as well as the benefits of working together on client projects. They emphasize the importance of trust, communication, and setting expectations in strategic partnerships. They also touch on practical aspects such as invoicing, software subscriptions, and sharing ideas.

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• https://www.hopsonrae.com
• Instagram
• LinkedIn

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