How do you build meaningful relationships without treating networking like a transaction?

If you want to grow your business through deeper relationships instead of chasing quick wins, this episode will shift how you think about networking. In this episode, Suneera Madhani talks with Kristina Bartold about community building, podcasting, events, and the long game of influence.

Kristina Bartold is the CEO of Social Snippets, a podcast and launch agency helping founders grow their influence. She is also the founder of High Vibe Women, a community that brings female entrepreneurs together through events and experiences.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

(02:21) How Kristina built her business by prioritizing relationships over immediate ROI.

(03:31) Why podcasting is one of the most powerful networking tools for business owners.

(06:16) How in-person events can dramatically accelerate community and brand growth.

(07:44) How to choose the right rooms and leaders before investing time or money.

(09:25) Why proximity and smaller, more intimate settings often lead to better connections.

(15:28) How to create systems that make follow-up intentional instead of overwhelming.

(17:30) What podcast and content trends matter most heading into 2026.

(28:33) How to start building a community.

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Thank you to Kristina Bartold for being on our show!

Learn more about Kristina: https://www.instagram.com/kristina.bartold/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinabartold/

Learn more about The Social Snippet: https://www.thesocialsnippet.com/

You’re invited to attend Kristina’s High Vibe Women event in Toronto on March 7: https://www.highvibewomen.ca/march-2026-event Use the code PODCAST50 for a discount.

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