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Hate traditional networking? Same.

That’s why I stopped doing it - and started doing this instead.

This episode is a little different because the tables are turned: I’m the guest this time, joining Wendy Pitts Reeves on her Ideal Practice Podcast for a convo all about how heart-centered women can grow their businesses through real, human connection (without turning into a walking sales pitch).

We talk about why traditional networking feels so gross (especially for service-based entrepreneurs), what to do instead, and how to make relationship-building feel good and actually lead to business growth.

If you’ve ever said “networking just isn’t my thing,” this one’s for you.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why “finding clients” is actually not the point of networking
• Simple mindset shifts that make networking feel way less awkward
• Creative ways to find networking events that don’t drain your soul
• My favorite trick for easing anxiety at in-person events
• What to do after the event to keep the connection going (without being creepy or transactional)

Networking doesn’t have to be awkward, exhausting, or fake. When you approach it with intention and a human-first mindset, it can actually be fun AND effective.

Loved this convo? Listen to the full interview on the Ideal Practice Podcast HERE!

Want to practice this kind of connection in real life?

Come to the next PWR Virtual Speed Networking event (always the first Tuesday of the month.

For even deeper connections, more support and faster business growth, check out the Powerful Women Rising Business Growth Community!

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Melissa Snow is a Business Relationship Strategist dedicated to empowering women in entrepreneurship. She founded the Powerful Women Rising Community, which provides female business owners with essential support and resources for business growth.

Melissa's other mission is to revolutionize networking, promoting authenticity and genuine connections over sleazy sales tactics. She runs an incredible monthly Virtual Speed Networking Event which you can attend once at no cost using the code FIRSTTIME

She lives in Colorado Springs with two dogs, her soul cat Giorgio and any number of foster kittens. She loves iced coffee, Taylor Swift, and Threads.