Complacency isn’t just a business risk — it can quietly erode the relationships that help us thrive. In this episode, Dana reflects on the lesson sparked by last week’s conversation with Kate.

Dana shares honest stories from her own experience, from the times she neglected networking and personal connections, to the moments she realized that surface-level interactions weren’t enough. She talks about the pep talks in elevators, the shift toward authentic relationship-building, and how being intentional about connection opened doors in both her venue business and her wider community.

This episode is for anyone who’s struggled to stay engaged, felt drained by networking, or wondered how to cultivate real, lasting relationships. Beyond strategy and operations, Dana reminds us that progress in business — and in life — is powered by the people we connect with.

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