Business Networking & Referrals with Faithann Basore

Faithann

Learn business networking strategies to build real relationships, get more referrals, and grow your business. Hosted by Faithann Basore, this podcast helps you make the invisible parts of networking visible—like conversations, body language, and connection—so you can turn everyday interactions into real opportunities.

  1. 11시간 전

    77: Coaching Call: Crafting a 60-Second Presentation That Actually Drives Referrals

    What should you say during your 60-second presentation when you want people to actually recognize and act on referral opportunities? In this episode, Faithann Basore sits down with Lizette Clouta for a live coaching session to build a clear, referral-driven 60-second presentation. Together, they move from a general introduction to a structured, story-based pitch that gives people in the room specific clues to listen for. If you’ve ever felt unsure what to say during your weekly introduction—or like people still don’t “get” how to refer you—this episode walks you through exactly how to fix that. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why your 60-second presentation is not a commercial—it’s a clue-giving exercise How to use a recent client story to create clarity and relevance The importance of a specific referral ask (not “anyone who…”) How to give your network language they can actually use Why repeating the same message multiple weeks in a row increases referrals The Structure of a Referral-Driven 60 Seconds Faithann walks Lizette through a simple framework: Name + Business (clear and confident) Recent client result (testimonial-style) Specific referral ask (who exactly you’re looking for) What they’re saying/feeling (recognition cues) What to say (give your network a question to ask) Clear next step (how to connect you) Repeat your name + business Key Takeaways Most people struggle with their 60-second because they try to explain their business. But your job in a networking room is different: 👉 Help others recognize when they’re standing in the middle of a referral for you Clarity creates referrals. Specificity creates action. Repetition creates results. Resources & Next Steps When you’re in a networking group and want help crafting a 60-second presentation that actually drives referrals: 👉 Book a referral clarity session   When you want better one-to-one conversations: 👉 Download 10 Questions to Ask in a One-to-One https://www.thenetworkerstourguide.net/resources    Connect with Lizette: https://www.thinkdifferentdementia.com/ Share This Episode If a friend or business connection came to mind while you were listening—someone you genuinely want to see thrive—send this episode their way.

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  2. 4월 27일

    76: The 3-Question Networking Reset (How to Walk Into Any Room Ready for Referrals)

    What should you be thinking before you walk into a networking event if you want more referrals and better conversations? In this episode, Faithann Basore shares her 3-Question Networking Reset—a simple, intentional way to shift your mindset before entering any networking meeting or one-to-one. Instead of walking in distracted or reactive, this reset helps you become more present, more curious, and more referable. Faithann explains how a quick pause—right after you park your car or before you walk into a room—can completely change how you show up, what you notice, and the opportunities you create. You’ll learn how to move from “just attending” networking events to walking in with clarity, purpose, and awareness.   What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why a mental reset before networking matters more than most people realize How to calm your nervous system and become more present before entering a room The 3 questions that help you become more referable in any networking environment How to recognize opportunities for yourself and others in real time Why small behaviors (like communication and follow-through) impact your referral reputation   The 3-Question Networking Reset Before walking into your next networking meeting, ask yourself: Will my behavior today reinforce to others that I’m referable? What opportunities are here waiting for me? What opportunities do I have for others in this room that I just don’t know about yet? When you walk in with these questions in mind, you show up differently—and people feel that. Hop on a discovery call when you’d like support finding more opportunities in the networking rooms you’re already in. Free Resource for Listeners: ✨ Download Faithann’s 10 Questions to Ask in a One-to-One — a free guide to deepen your networking conversations and leave a lasting impression. Grab your copy here ➡️ https://www.thenetworkerstourguide.net/resources Connect with Faithann: Instagram: @thenetworkerstourguide Join Premium OKC Networking — get access to Faithann’s curated networking calendar, community forum, and exclusive trainings. Membership starts at $95/year. Join the Private Community: The Networker’s Tour Guide on Facebook

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  3. 4월 20일

    75: How to Network in Large Groups: The 1–2–3 Method to Build Relationships & Get Referrals

    How do you walk into a large networking room and know exactly who to talk to—and how much time to spend with each person? In this episode of the Business Networking & Referrals for Entrepreneurs | The Networker’s Tour Guide, host Faithann Basore shares a simple but powerful strategy to help you navigate networking rooms with clarity and intention. This episode introduces the 1–2–3 Method, a practical framework for categorizing the people in the room so you can focus your time, build stronger relationships, and create more referral opportunities. Instead of guessing who to talk to—or defaulting to the people you already know—this method helps you move people from unfamiliar to trusted connections over time.   In This Episode, You’ll Learn: • How to confidently navigate large networking events • The difference between your “ones,” “twos,” and “threes” • Where to spend the majority of your time in a networking room • How to build rapport and create curiosity in conversations • Why familiar faces can actually hold you back if you’re not intentional • How to make new people feel comfortable and create positive first interactions • When to ask deeper questions—and when it’s too early Networking isn’t about talking to everyone—it’s about being intentional with who you talk to and how you spend your time. When you understand how to move people from: 👉 unfamiliar (3s) → familiar (2s) → trusted (1s) you create a natural path to stronger relationships and consistent referrals. 🤝 Community Support Highlight In this episode, Faithann mentions Sarah Golding, who is stepping in to support local business owners affected by the sudden closure of The Painted Tree. If you or someone you know could use guidance, encouragement, or a place to connect with other makers, you can find Sarah here: 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/makersinbusiness   🔗 Resources & Next Steps ✨ Download Faithann’s 10 Questions to Ask in a One-to-One A free guide to deepen your networking conversations and leave a lasting impression: https://www.thenetworkerstourguide.net/resources Connect with Faithann: Instagram: @thenetworkerstourguide Join Premium OKC Networking for $95 for a 1 year access to Faithann's networking calendar, community forum, and networking courses. Join the Private Community: The Networker’s Tour Guide on Facebook

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  4. 4월 13일

    74: How to Recognize Buying Signals and Turn Conversations into Clients | Nikki Rausch (Sales Maven)

    In this episode of The Networker’s Tour Guide Podcast, host Faithann Basore welcomes returning guest Nikki Rausch, CEO of Sales Maven and author of Buying Signals, to talk about one of the most overlooked skills in business networking: recognizing when someone is actually interested in working with you. If you’ve ever walked away from a conversation wondering “Did I miss something?” — this episode is for you. Nikki shares how small moments in conversation can lead to big opportunities… if you know what to listen for and what to say next. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: • What a buying signal really is (and why most people miss them) • How to confidently respond when someone shows interest • Why asking simple questions can move conversations forward • The biggest mistake networkers make after someone shows curiosity • How to issue invitations without feeling pushy or salesy • Why “I’m not in sales” could be costing you opportunities   📚 About Nikki Rausch Nikki Rausch is the CEO of Sales Maven, an organization dedicated to authentic selling. With more than 25 years of sales experience, she helps entrepreneurs and small business owners learn how to sell successfully—without feeling pushy or inauthentic. She is the author of Buying Signals and works with clients through her SalesMaven Society to build confidence and close more business through relationship-based sales.   🎁 Bonus Resource for Listeners Nikki has generously shared her Sales Follow-Up Made Easy Guide with listeners of this episode. If you’ve ever wondered what to say after a networking conversation or how to follow up without feeling awkward, this guide gives you: • Proven follow-up strategies that increase conversions • Simple scripts to make follow-up conversations feel natural • Techniques to stay top-of-mind without being pushy It’s a practical next step to help you turn great conversations into real business. 🔗 Connect with Nikki 🌐 https://yoursalesmaven.com/ 📚 Buying Signals 💼 https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkirausch/ Free Resource for Listeners: ✨ Download Faithann’s 10 Questions to Ask in a One-to-One — a free guide to deepen your networking conversations and leave a lasting impression. Grab your copy here ➡️ https://www.thenetworkerstourguide.net/resources Connect with Faithann: Instagram: @thenetworkerstourguide Join Premium OKC Networking for $95 for a 1 year access to Faithann's networking calendar, community forum, and networking courses. Join the Private Community: The Networker’s Tour Guide on Facebook

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  5. 3월 30일

    73: How to Follow Up After Networking Events (Without Feeling Awkward or Pushy)

    What should you do after a networking event to actually build relationships, get referrals, and grow your business? In this solo episode Faithann Basore breaks down exactly what happens after the networking meeting—and why your success depends on what you do next. From follow-up strategies to one-to-one meetings, this episode will help you turn simple conversations into real opportunities. What You’ll Learn in This Episode The 3 biggest networking follow-up mistakes to avoid How to follow up without sounding awkward or pushy A simple technique to book more one-to-one meetings When to let go of a connection vs. when to re-engage How to turn one conversation into multiple referral opportunities Why active listening during the event determines your results after Key Takeaways Networking doesn’t end when the meeting is over—it’s just getting started. The more intentional and present you are during the event, the easier it becomes to follow up, build trust, and create opportunities afterward. As Faithann shares, listening actively in the room leads to meaningful follow-up conversations later. Simple strategies Faithann has learned from Nikki Rausch—like clearly stating where you met someone and offering specific times to connect—can dramatically increase your response rate and help you build stronger business relationships.   Resources & Next Steps When you want help improving your follow-up messages, networking strategy, or referral language, Faithann offers personalized coaching to help you turn conversations into real business growth. 👉 Book a discovery call   When you want help choosing the right rooms, clarifying your networking strategy, and building a personalized plan, Faithann offers a 30-minute strategy session to help you network with confidence and intention. 👉 Book your 30-minute strategy session   For Oklahoma City Networkers If you're in OKC and ready to take networking seriously, check out Premium OKC Networking—a curated calendar and community designed to help you find the right rooms, build relationships, and stay consistent.   🔁 Share This Episode Know someone who leaves networking events wondering what to do next? Share this episode with them.   Want even more networking resources?  Read The Networker's Tour Guide blog here.

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  6. 3월 16일

    72: Business Networking, Building Relationships, and Referral Growth with Sybil Hale of Mix and Mingle

    How do you build real relationships through business networking? In this episode of The Networker’s Tour Guide Podcast, host Faithann Basore sits down with Oklahoma City networking leader Sybil Hale, founder of Mix and Mingle Business Networking and owner of Pros Make Ready Sanitizing Services. Sybil shares the story behind the rapid growth of Mix and Mingle—from a single lunch meeting to multiple business networking chapters across the Oklahoma City metro—and the core principles that make networking rooms welcoming, effective, and relationship-driven. They discuss how strong networking communities help business owners build referrals, why collaboration beats competition, and how consistency and clarity make networking groups easier for new entrepreneurs to join. If you’re a business owner looking to grow your network, build relationships, and create referral opportunities, this episode offers practical insights on what makes business networking actually work. Key topics in this episode: • Business networking strategies for entrepreneurs • How networking groups build relationships and referrals • The story behind Mix and Mingle Business Networking • Why collaboration beats competition in networking rooms • Tips for starting and leading a networking community • How consistency builds trust in networking groups   Connect with Sybil Hale 🌐 Mix & Mingle Business Networking (Find a Chapter) https://mnmbusinessnetworking.com/chapters 📘 Mix & Mingle Business Networking on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558392294037 🌐 Pros Make Ready Sanitizing Services https://www.prosmakeready.com/ 📘 Pros Make Ready on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/prosmakeready    Free Resource for Listeners: ✨ Download Faithann’s 10 Questions to Ask in a One-to-One — a free guide to deepen your networking conversations and leave a lasting impression. Grab your copy here ➡️ https://www.thenetworkerstourguide.net/resources Connect with Faithann: Instagram: @thenetworkerstourguide Join Premium OKC Networking for $95 for a 1 year access to Faithann's networking calendar, community forum, and networking courses. Join the Private Community: The Networker’s Tour Guide on Facebook

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  7. 2월 16일

    71: The Slow Play of Referral Success with Candace Cunningham and Jerica Pound

    In Episode 71 of the Networker’s Tour Guide podcast, host Faithann Basore continues the Realtor-Ready series with guests Candace Cunningham and Jerica Pound for a candid conversation about building strong referral relationships within the real estate ecosystem. This episode highlights the importance of trust, communication, and consistency when working alongside realtors and the professionals who support them. Candace and Jerica share practical insight into what makes someone referral-worthy, how relationships deepen over time, and what it really takes to earn a spot on a trusted referral list. This conversation centers on character, follow-through, and how professionals show up when it matters most. In this episode, you’ll hear: What makes a professional easy to refer How real estate partnerships are built through consistency The role of communication in high-stakes transactions Why responsiveness and reliability matter more than perfection Practical ways to strengthen relationships with realtors and industry partners Whether you’re a lender, contractor, title professional, inspector, photographer, or service provider, this episode will help you better understand how to show up in a way that builds confidence and long-term referral trust. 🔗 Connect with Candace: If you’re looking for guidance on homeowners, auto, life, or coverage advocacy in Oklahoma and beyond, you can connect with Candace here: 🌐 Website: https://www.shelterinsurance.com/CA/agent/CMCUNNINGHAM 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CandaceMCunninghamShelterInsurance 📞 Phone: 405-582-2209 Candace is licensed in Oklahoma, Arkansas, Indiana, Illinois, and Nebraska, and is passionate about helping clients understand their coverage and feel confident in their protection. 🔗 Connect with Jerica Pound If you’re buying or selling in the Oklahoma City Metro — especially Norman, Moore, or South Oklahoma City — you can connect with Jerica here: 🌐 Website: https://www.jericapoundrealtygroup.com/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JericaPoundRealtyGroup ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fishingrealtor2.0 📞 Phone: (405) 317-7858 Jerica and her team specialize in residential real estate and are known for their strong client communication, market insight, and relationship-driven approach.   🔗 Continue the Conversation Looking for tools and practical resources to help you network with more clarity and confidence? Visit thenetworkerstourguide.net to explore articles, podcast episodes, and networking resources designed to help you grow your business through strong relationships. Free Resource for Listeners: ✨ Download Faithann’s 10 Questions to Ask in a One-to-One — a free guide to deepen your networking conversations and leave a lasting impression. Grab your copy here ➡️ https://www.thenetworkerstourguide.net/resources Connect with Faithann: Instagram: @thenetworkerstourguide Join Premium OKC Networking for $95 for a 1 year access to Faithann's networking calendar, community forum, and networking courses. Join the Private Community: The Networker’s Tour Guide on Facebook

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  8. 2월 9일

    70: How to Use One-To-Ones to Build Stronger Referral Relationships

    In Episode 70 of the Networker’s Tour Guide podcast, host Faithann Basore shares a solo episode adapted from a recent Facebook Live, turning real-time teaching into a practical, on-the-go resource for networkers. Faithann opens the episode with a brief update on the Realtor-Ready conversations, sharing that there is one more dedicated Realtor-Ready episode coming next—and that additional Realtor-Ready discussions will be sprinkled throughout the year. These conversations are designed to help professionals who work alongside realtors better understand how to build trust, credibility, and long-term referral relationships. From there, the focus shifts to one-to-one conversations and how to use them more intentionally—especially when meeting with realtors and professionals who support the real estate industry. Rather than treating one-to-ones as casual coffee meetings or surface-level check-ins, Faithann breaks down how to approach these conversations with purpose, curiosity, and clarity so they lead to stronger relationships over time. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why one-to-one meetings matter more than most people realize How to approach one-to-ones with realtors and real-estate-adjacent professionals What kinds of questions lead to better understanding and stronger trust How to move beyond “what do you do?” conversations Why consistency and follow-through are key to becoming referral-worthy This episode is especially helpful for business owners, sales professionals, and service providers who want to be more intentional in their networking—particularly when building relationships within the real estate ecosystem. 🎧 If you want your one-to-one meetings to feel more natural, more strategic, and more effective, this episode will give you practical insight you can use right away. 🔗 Continue the Conversation Looking for tools, guides, and additional resources to help you network with more clarity and confidence? Visit the networkerstourguide.net to explore articles, podcast episodes, and practical resources designed to support your networking journey. Free Resource for Listeners: ✨ Download Faithann’s 10 Questions to Ask in a One-to-One — a free guide to deepen your networking conversations and leave a lasting impression. Grab your copy here ➡️ https://www.thenetworkerstourguide.net/resources Connect with Faithann: Instagram: @thenetworkerstourguide Join Premium OKC Networking for $95 for a 1 year access to Faithann's networking calendar, community forum, and networking courses. Join the Private Community: The Networker’s Tour Guide on Facebook

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Learn business networking strategies to build real relationships, get more referrals, and grow your business. Hosted by Faithann Basore, this podcast helps you make the invisible parts of networking visible—like conversations, body language, and connection—so you can turn everyday interactions into real opportunities.

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