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EPISODE · Mar 5, 2025 · 29 MIN

Networks That Actually Work

from Be BOLD Branding · host BrandFace

Those of you who listen to us regularly know that we talk a lot about our personal branding ecosystem.  A great brand is so much more than just a logo, a photo and a tagline.  Well…it turns out, a COMMUNITY is so much more than just an online platform to connect with other like minded people.  It’s also an ecosystem, and our guest is the architect behind one of the most engaged and profitable business communities online. Known as the Redneck Connecktor, Mike Ashabraner has cracked the code on turning loose connections into loyal, supportive networks that actually drive business growth. His Hounds of Business community isn't just another networking group - it's a living, breathing ecosystem where established professionals find exactly what they need to scale their success. Episode Highlights: 00:30 Meet Mike Ashabraner: The Redneck Connecktor 03:08 The Origin of Hounds of Business 04:28 Building a Supportive Business Community 15:45 Taking the First Step 16:11 The Hounds Media Network 20:01 Building an Ecosystem 23:17 Heart-Centered Professionalism 25:04 How to Connect with Mike Ashabraner Show Links:   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/redneck1 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HoundsOfBusiness/featured Website: https://redneckfinancialcoach.com/ Email: [email protected]

Those of you who listen to us regularly know that we talk a lot about our personal branding ecosystem.  A great brand is so much more than just a logo, a photo and a tagline.  Well…it turns out, a COMMUNITY is so much more than just an online platform to connect with other like minded people.  It’s also an ecosystem, and our guest is the architect behind one of the most engaged and profitable business communities online. Known as the Redneck Connecktor, Mike Ashabraner has cracked the code on turning loose connections into loyal, supportive networks that actually drive business growth. His Hounds of Business community isn't just another networking group - it's a living, breathing ecosystem where established professionals find exactly what they need to scale their success. Episode Highlights: 00:30 Meet Mike Ashabraner: The Redneck Connecktor 03:08 The Origin of Hounds of Business 04:28 Building a Supportive Business Community 15:45 Taking the First Step 16:11 The Hounds Media Network 20:01 Building an Ecosystem 23:17 Heart-Centered Professionalism 25:04 How to Connect with Mike Ashabraner Show Links:   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/redneck1YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HoundsOfBusiness/featuredWebsite: https://redneckfinancialcoach.com/Email: [email protected]

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