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Thinking about a career change, launching something new, or adding a new direction to your business? Don’t keep it a secret until everything is perfect. Your network can offer feedback, make introductions, open doors, and even become some of your first clients—but only if they know where you’re headed.

We’re sharing personal stories about leaning on our networks through career changes, business pivots, and new opportunities—including how existing relationships led to Donna’s first real estate listings and an unexpected connection that could help Tiffany with her move into public speaking. You don’t need the perfect website, polished pitch, or big announcement first. Sometimes simply telling people what you’re working toward is what creates the opportunity.

Build More Powerful Links By:

• Sharing your career or business pivot before everything is perfect
• Using the trust you’ve already built instead of starting from scratch
• Asking your network for feedback, introductions, and support

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the episode and guest
01:17 The importance of networking in career transitions
02:03 Using transition language to communicate your shift
03:13 Building trust through authentic storytelling
04:13 Earning while learning during a transition
05:39 Sharing personal experiences to foster support
07:02 The role of vulnerability in networking
08:29 Using existing relationships to support new ventures
10:15 The power of transparency and honesty
12:19 Stories of successful business transitions
14:39 Supporting others and receiving support
16:17 The value of continuous networking and relationship building
18:04 Serendipity and opportunities through networking
19:53 The importance of not waiting for perfection
21:26 Feedback and support from your network
22:22 Leverage your network for new opportunities
24:29 Supporting others’ launches and growth
25:43 Embracing honesty and momentum in your journey
26:30 Activating networking mode and sharing your pivot

Connect with your hosts:

On IG: @the_LinkUpLounge

Email the Link Up Lounge: info@thelinkuplounge.com

Tiffany Mason on IG @VirtuallyYouPods

Grab Tiffany's Networking Book: Networking Your Way to the Big Stage

Donna Rueppell on IG @Rueppell_1KeyAtaTime

Come Network with us: WWW.BondandBeyondNetwork.com

(locally in St. John's Co. FL)