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EP. 34 - Build a Hive: Community-First Networking for Growth
In this episode of Inside the 90, Jami and Andrew welcome Cam Lawson to talk about networking that actually works—especially inside the EOS community. They contrast “busy networking” with relationship-building, share the “hive / queen bee” framework for finding the right communities, and emphasize leading with curiosity, generosity, and authenticity (not pitches). Practical tactics include going deep with fewer conversations, staying top-of-mind with genuine check-ins, building relationships in LinkedIn comments (not DMs), and making thoughtful introductions that help others win.
Key Topics
- Networking as relationship-building (not lead harvesting).
- “Hive + queen bee” framework for finding your community.
- Go-Giver mindset: give value first, don’t pitch.
- Being “vibrant” vs. trying to sound smart.- Curiosity prompts that deepen conversations fast.
- Staying top-of-mind through thoughtful follow-up.
- LinkedIn networking: relationships in the comments, not the inbox.
- Healthy automation vs. AI “connection” (and why it backfires).
- In-person event strategy: depth over volume.
- The art of making great introductions (and asking both parties first).
Chapters
00:00 - Welcome + Cam’s background in EOS and community-building.
03:10 - The “hive” framework and why “queen bees” matter in networking.
07:05 - One rule to live by: don’t network just to be busy; network with intention.
10:15 - The Go-Giver approach: give first, avoid the pitchy coffee meeting.
14:10 - “Be vibrant”: authenticity and doing what energizes you (golf, hikes, community).
18:05 - LinkedIn: relationships in the comments, not the inbox; avoid AI spam.
23:00 - In-person tactics: two deep conversations, memorable connection points, follow-ups.
28:10 - The power of introductions + intro templates and “ask both sides first.”
32:00 - Wrap-up + tease next episode (EOS ecosystem tools and support).
Mentions & Credits
Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) — https://www.eosworldwide.com/
EOS One (software mentioned as part of the EOS world) — https://eosone.com/
The Go-Giver (book) — https://thegogiver.com/
BizTrek Marketing Method (and “12 Triggers” mentioned in discussion) — https://biztrek.com/
Wonder (marketing agency referenced) — https://www.workwithwonder.com/
BITE7 (organizational health / engagement survey referenced) — https://www.bite7.com/
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By Jami Mullikin and Andrew GissalIn this episode of Inside the 90, Jami and Andrew welcome Cam Lawson to talk about networking that actually works—especially inside the EOS community. They contrast “busy networking” with relationship-building, share the “hive / queen bee” framework for finding the right communities, and emphasize leading with curiosity, generosity, and authenticity (not pitches). Practical tactics include going deep with fewer conversations, staying top-of-mind with genuine check-ins, building relationships in LinkedIn comments (not DMs), and making thoughtful introductions that help others win.
Key Topics
- Networking as relationship-building (not lead harvesting).
- “Hive + queen bee” framework for finding your community.
- Go-Giver mindset: give value first, don’t pitch.
- Being “vibrant” vs. trying to sound smart.- Curiosity prompts that deepen conversations fast.
- Staying top-of-mind through thoughtful follow-up.
- LinkedIn networking: relationships in the comments, not the inbox.
- Healthy automation vs. AI “connection” (and why it backfires).
- In-person event strategy: depth over volume.
- The art of making great introductions (and asking both parties first).
Chapters
00:00 - Welcome + Cam’s background in EOS and community-building.
03:10 - The “hive” framework and why “queen bees” matter in networking.
07:05 - One rule to live by: don’t network just to be busy; network with intention.
10:15 - The Go-Giver approach: give first, avoid the pitchy coffee meeting.
14:10 - “Be vibrant”: authenticity and doing what energizes you (golf, hikes, community).
18:05 - LinkedIn: relationships in the comments, not the inbox; avoid AI spam.
23:00 - In-person tactics: two deep conversations, memorable connection points, follow-ups.
28:10 - The power of introductions + intro templates and “ask both sides first.”
32:00 - Wrap-up + tease next episode (EOS ecosystem tools and support).
Mentions & Credits
Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) — https://www.eosworldwide.com/
EOS One (software mentioned as part of the EOS world) — https://eosone.com/
The Go-Giver (book) — https://thegogiver.com/
BizTrek Marketing Method (and “12 Triggers” mentioned in discussion) — https://biztrek.com/
Wonder (marketing agency referenced) — https://www.workwithwonder.com/
BITE7 (organizational health / engagement survey referenced) — https://www.bite7.com/