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How to Network Like a Lifestyle, Not an Event | Josh Simpson
What if networking wasn't something you do, but something you are? In this episode of the Network Build Grow Podcast, host Melissa Taylor sits down with Josh Simpson, a business development advisor at HETO and two-term mayor of Rietville, South Carolina. Josh brings a uniquely layered perspective on networking, community service, and business growth — and shares the frameworks that have fueled his success both in the boardroom and the ballot box.
Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or brand new to professional networking, this conversation is packed with actionable strategies for building authentic relationships that drive real results.
Top Takeaways
- Networking is a lifestyle — you can meet valuable connections anywhere, at any time.
- Always be networking — don't silo relationship-building to formal events.
- An agenda isn't a bad thing — reframe what success looks like before you walk in the door.
- Find common ground first — shared experiences lower walls and open doors.
- Prep before events — LinkedIn research creates instant connection points.
- Use a CRM — capturing personal details and following up on them builds extraordinary trust.
- Mentorship is the fastest route — find someone to learn from and be transparent about it.
- Don't carry the old network stigma — stay connected across industries and roles, even as your career evolves.
About Josh Simpson
Josh Simpson is a business development advisor and strategist at HETO, a national tax credit specialty firm that helps small and mid-sized businesses unlock credits, incentives, and grants to accelerate growth. With a background in public accounting — including an early career at KPMG — Josh brings both financial expertise and a deep service orientation to everything he does.
Beyond his professional work, Josh serves as the Mayor of Rietville, South Carolina (located between Spartanburg and Greenville County), a role he's held for two terms. He views civic leadership as a family endeavor, and is driven by a core belief: service first.
Resources & Links
- 🌐 Network Build Grow Community: networkbuildgrow.com
- 💼 HETO — Tax credit specialty advisory firm (credits, incentives & grants for small to mid-sized businesses)
- 🔗 Connect with Josh Simpson on LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/joshsimpsonspeaks/
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By Melissa TaylorWhat if networking wasn't something you do, but something you are? In this episode of the Network Build Grow Podcast, host Melissa Taylor sits down with Josh Simpson, a business development advisor at HETO and two-term mayor of Rietville, South Carolina. Josh brings a uniquely layered perspective on networking, community service, and business growth — and shares the frameworks that have fueled his success both in the boardroom and the ballot box.
Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or brand new to professional networking, this conversation is packed with actionable strategies for building authentic relationships that drive real results.
Top Takeaways
- Networking is a lifestyle — you can meet valuable connections anywhere, at any time.
- Always be networking — don't silo relationship-building to formal events.
- An agenda isn't a bad thing — reframe what success looks like before you walk in the door.
- Find common ground first — shared experiences lower walls and open doors.
- Prep before events — LinkedIn research creates instant connection points.
- Use a CRM — capturing personal details and following up on them builds extraordinary trust.
- Mentorship is the fastest route — find someone to learn from and be transparent about it.
- Don't carry the old network stigma — stay connected across industries and roles, even as your career evolves.
About Josh Simpson
Josh Simpson is a business development advisor and strategist at HETO, a national tax credit specialty firm that helps small and mid-sized businesses unlock credits, incentives, and grants to accelerate growth. With a background in public accounting — including an early career at KPMG — Josh brings both financial expertise and a deep service orientation to everything he does.
Beyond his professional work, Josh serves as the Mayor of Rietville, South Carolina (located between Spartanburg and Greenville County), a role he's held for two terms. He views civic leadership as a family endeavor, and is driven by a core belief: service first.
Resources & Links
- 🌐 Network Build Grow Community: networkbuildgrow.com
- 💼 HETO — Tax credit specialty advisory firm (credits, incentives & grants for small to mid-sized businesses)
- 🔗 Connect with Josh Simpson on LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/joshsimpsonspeaks/
Subscribe & Connect
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a fellow entrepreneur or professional. Your support helps us bring more conversations like this one to business owners who are ready to build, grow, and connect.
👉 Not yet part of our community? Visit networkbuildgrow.com to join us.
🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on networking, leadership, branding, and business growth
🌐 Join the Network Build Grow community at networkbuildgrow.com