In today’s episode, we delve into the topic of connective networking with our special guest, Cara Steinmann, the founder of The Ravel Collective and host of the Ravel Radio podcast. Cara helps purpose-driven women’s service entrepreneurs build strategic networks that lead to referrals, collaboration, visibility, and fun. 

Join us as we discuss: 

* the importance of building true relationships online

* the role of networking in marketing, and the 

* value of thoughtful and intentional partnerships. 

We’ll explore the misconceptions around referrals, the concept of reciprocity, and how to find common ground in networking. Get ready to learn valuable insights and practical tips on how to navigate the world of networking to grow your business.

It’s so difficult for us to see the things about ourselves that we do with unconscious competence. It took having some women in my life that I was really close to, pointing [connection] out to me.

Cara Steinmann

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Highlights in this episode:

* 00:02:58 Affiliates: Passive income sharing with reciprocity incentives.

* 00:06:43 Trustworthy lawyer referral led to successful partnership.

* 00:10:45 Differences in core values among clients.

* 00:11:54 Different values create interesting dynamics in relationships.

* 00:17:13 Connectedness, input, strategy learner, activator, Colby

* 00:20:53 Skills aren’t visible; leverage connectedness for business.

* 00:24:26 Ravel is an online community for women’s service entrepreneurs, specializing in B2B and B2C. They prioritize relationships and referrals over transactional connections.

* 00:26:38 Great conversation, thank you Kara for sharing.

The Power of Core Values in Building Strong Referrals and Business Relationships

In our fast-paced world, shared core values often take a backseat when forming relationships,