EPISODE · Sep 21, 2025 · 19 MIN
Be the First Liker: Overcoming Fear and Building Relationships in Business
from The ScaleSmart Podcast · host Hannah Boeck
In this solo episode of the ScaleSmart Podcast, I break down one of the most important — yet often overlooked — skills in growing your practice or career: building relationships. If networking, referrals, or putting yourself out there makes you freeze, this episode will give you tools to move forward with confidence.What you’ll learn:The psychology behind popularity and how it applies to business growthWhy being the “first liker” changes the way people respond to youHow to get comfortable being uncomfortable so fear stops holding you backWhy most people’s reactions have nothing to do with you — and how to stop taking things personallyHow consistent practice turns networking into a muscle you can rely onThe difference between transactional interactions and true relationship buildingWhether you’re a private practice owner, a clinician building your career, or a professional looking for more opportunities, this episode will help you shift from waiting on others to creating connections that open doors.The ScaleSmart Podcast with Hannah Boeck is made for speech therapists, occupational therapists, and physical therapists who are in private practice, thinking about starting a business, or learning to leverage their skills to make money beyond the therapy room. Do you have questions you want answered on the show? Go to https://www.cuedcreative.com/podcast#questions and submit yours today!Connect with HannahWebsite: www.cuedcreative.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/cuedcreativeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CuedCreativeDownload the free guide to Step Into Your CEO Era: https://www.cuedcreative.com/ceoSign up for our next workshop: https://www.cuedcreative.com/join-us For the full show notes and links, visit: https://www.cuedcreative.com/podcastSubscribe and ReviewRate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. I would be thrilled if you could rate and review my podcast! Don’t forget to share what you loved most about the episode.Also, make sure to follow the podcast!
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In this solo episode of the ScaleSmart Podcast, I break down one of the most important — yet often overlooked — skills in growing your practice or career: building relationships. If networking, referrals, or putting yourself out there makes you freeze, this episode will give you tools to move forward with confidence. What you’ll learn: The psychology behind popularity and how it applies to business growthWhy being the “first liker” changes the way people respond to youHow to get comfortable b...
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