Why Networking Feels So Awkward:

Most business owners know they should be networking, but let's be honest... it can feel awkward, time-consuming and sometimes a complete waste of energy.In this episode, I'm sharing why collaborations have been one of the biggest drivers behind MyBump2Baby's growth over the last 10 years, helping us reach millions of parents without a huge marketing budget.I'll also be introducing the brand-new Business Circle – a free way to connect with other parent-focused businesses that are actively looking for collaborations, referrals, podcast guests, Instagram Lives, affiliate partnerships and more.We'll cover:• Why traditional networking doesn't work for many busy business owners• How collaborations can help you reach more parents without spending more on marketing• The easiest ways to partner with complementary businesses• How collaborations can improve your visibility, SEO and referrals• Why finding the right people matters more than networking with everyone• How the Business Circle can help you build valuable relationships fasterIf you've ever wondered how to get in front of more parents without spending hours networking, this episode is for you.Resources Mentioned:Join the Business Circle: https://www.mybump2baby.com/business-circle/Join the Digital Marketing Playground: https://sites.mybump2baby.com/the-digital-marketing-playgroundJoin the Elevate 2026 Live Event - https://sites.mybump2baby.com/elevate2026Digital Marketing Playground https://playground.mybump2baby.com/The Growth Nest https://www.thegrowthnest.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.