12 Ways to Build a Powerful Professional Network as an Entrepreneur optYOUmize

to watch this episode, subscribe to my YouTube channel: optYOUmize podcast Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWvxoLriASU4dJ11KhMg2dQ/)SummaryHost Brett Ingram, an entrepreneur and award-winning product creator, shares the importance of building a professional network for entrepreneurs. Reflecting on his personal journey, Brett emphasizes how he underestimated the value of networking earlier in his career, leading to missed opportunities and unnecessary struggles. He provides insightful advice on how to cultivate a supportive professional network, including attending networking events, joining professional organizations, leveraging social media, and more. Brett highlights the significance of genuine relationship building over merely accumulating contacts, and offers practical tips for engaging with and offering value to your network. The episode encourages entrepreneurs to be proactive in their networking efforts, stressing that business, like life, is a team sport where success is amplified through collaborative efforts.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Building a Professional Network00:29 The Importance of Networking for Entrepreneurs03:44 Practical Ways to Expand Your Professional Network06:46 The Power of Genuine Relationships in Networking12:18 Leveraging Events and Online Communities for Networking16:28 Investing in Mentorship and Following Up19:44 Hosting Your Own Networking Events and Staying Engaged21:10 Conclusion: The Lifelong Benefits of a Strong Network#networking #professionalnetwork #solopreneur #successmindset #successhabits #believeinyourself #businesslessons #entrepreneur #worklifebalance #successhabits #digitalbusiness #personaldevelopment #successhacks #businesslessons #lifelessons #success #entrepreneurslife #entrepreneurialmindset #entrepreneurtips #entrepreneurmind #entrepreneurmotivation #optyoumize #brettingram #digitalmarketing #onlinemarketing #digitalmarketer #entrepreneurpodcast