The Power of Connection on Another Level with Meeta and Raj Darji In this episode of Mic Drop Moments, Sandra Garlick MBE is joined by Meeta Darji and Raj Darji for a powerful conversation about the power of connection in business, how genuine relationships create opportunities, and why meaningful networking goes far beyond simply swapping details. Meeta Darji, founder of Naturally Nourished with Meeta, helps women in business overcome limiting beliefs, build confidence, and stop playing small. Raj Darji, founder of Scratch Cook Social, creates unique food experiences using authentic Indian flavours, designed to bring people together through conversation, community, and connection. Together, this husband and wife duo share how connection has shaped both their business journeys. Sandra and Meeta first met through the NatWest Accelerator, which led to speaking opportunities, collaborations, and a growing professional relationship. That connection then led to Raj attending Mic Drop Live, where he experienced firsthand how being in the right room can spark new conversations, deeper relationships, and exciting business opportunities. Raj also shares his journey from a successful 22-year corporate career at Bosch into entrepreneurship, following his passion for food and creating memorable dining experiences. The conversation explores how networking events, speaking opportunities, follow-up, referrals, collaboration, and authentic relationship-building all play a part in long-term business growth. This episode is a reminder that visibility is powerful, but connection is what takes it to another level. In this episode, you’ll hear about: The power of connection in business How networking can lead to speaking opportunities and collaborations Why follow-up matters after events Building authentic business relationships over time Moving from corporate life into entrepreneurship Using food experiences to create deeper conversations and community Why smaller, curated events often lead to stronger connections Mic Drop Moments: Meeta’s message: Don’t overthink the interaction. Be yourself, be genuine, and be interested, because that’s when the best opportunities happen. Raj’s message: Connection starts before the conversation. It begins with what you’re willing to share. Connect with Meeta Here Connect with Raj Here SECRET PODCAST: How to Grow Your Audience and Connect Coming soon... JOIN THE COMMUNITY Join the Let’s Get Visible® Network on Facebook: JOIN HERE for inspiration, visibility tips, networking, and a community to lift you up and support you on your business journey. ATTEND A WOMAN WHO EVENT Woman Who Inspires Network, Mic Drop Live, Awards, Strategy & Mastermind Days. Find out more here: https://womanwho.co.uk/events/ WORK WITH ME Group and 121 opportunities in 2026. Just get in touch: https://womanwho.co.uk/about/get-in-touch/ Ask me about my new Amplify Experience a 6-month experience to amplify you, your buisness and your voice : Book a Discovery Call WHO AM I? I’m Sandra Garlick MBE a former solicitor, Speaker Mentor, founder of Woman Who, and I’m a Business Growth & Visibility Strategist. I also create opportunities to power up your personal brand and get visible through the Let’s Get Visible® ACCELERATE Academy, Woman Who® Achieves & Solopreneur Awards, and Strategy Days. I was awarded my MBE for my services to women in business in the New Year’s Honours list 2020. I live in the Midlands (UK) and love solo travel in Italy, shoes, and football. LET’S CONNECT LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandragarlick Website: https://www.womanwho.co.uk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandragarlickmbe Mic Drop Moments is Sponsored by Grow Radio GROW Radio is an online radio station dedicated to bringing you a different podcast on the hour… every hour. I am proud that Mic Drop Moments is played on GROW Radio every Tuesday at 3pm and Friday at 8am and to be part of their podcasting community. If you want to listen to the station, explore their shows, get your podcast onto GROW Radio or check out many of the blogs to improve your podcasting skills… head over to https://www.growradio.uk today!