Episode description

Learn how you can get back into the swing of things and effectively network!

For better and worse the pandemic has shifted how we work. For some families, working from home has now become an option. That’s blessing for sure.

Some companies have shifted how they communicate, with in-person meeting being replaced with chats, emails, and video conferencing.

However, there’s benefits for in-person events like conferences and team strategy sessions for a big project or to connect with coworkers.

With in-person events opening back up, you may feel a bit rusty with essential skills like networking.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, remote worker, or back full time in the office, it’s vital that you

That’s why I’m thrilled to have Michelle Jackson on the show today. She’s an author and content creator and the founder of The Brand Building Lab where she helps entrepreneurs dial in and design a profitable and authentic business that positively impacts their community.

I’ve known her for probably 10 years now and I can tell you she has a gift for connecting with people and networking.

In this episode, we’ll get into:

• why the old model of networking doesn’t work
• where and how you can organically connect with people
• how to develop a strategy that’s a effective and fun

Hope you enjoy!

If you’re ready to jump into building your career and finances, here are a few of my favorite resources that we covered in the episode plus more.

• Best Budget and Money Apps: Personal Capital, Tiller, Mint
• Grab Your Copy: Jumpstart Your Marriage and Your Money
• The Brand Building Lab
• Connect with Michelle: Twitter
• Small Business Finance for the Busy Entrepreneur: Blueprint for Building a Solid, Profitable Business
• Finding the Best Paying Side Hustles for You
• How to Master Your Small Business Finances
• Career Advice from Conan O’Brien

If you want to chat more about creating better money habits, questions, or share your own tips, please join us at Thriving Families on Facebook. We’d love to see you there!

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