If you feel like you’re running hard in your business but not getting anywhere, you’ll relate to Susan’s story of late nights with her daughter’s hamster Nibbles and how that moment sparked a shift toward connection instead of overwhelm. She shares the unexpected Grand Canyon moment in March 2020 that inspired the creation of Grand Connection and explains what collaboration truly is in a way that feels simple and doable. You learn how collaboration shows up in nature, why it helps you go farther with less effort, and how it grows from small acts of support to full partnerships. Susan closes by encouraging you to reach out to just one person this week, reminding you that big momentum starts with small, genuine conversations.

Highlights:

1. Why Collaboration Beats the Hamster Wheel – See how working alone creates unnecessary pressure and why shared support leads to steadier progress.
2. The Moment That Sparked Grand Connection – Explore how a single conversation at the Grand Canyon became the turning point for a new kind of business community.
3. What Collaboration Really Looks Like – Get a simple, relatable picture of collaboration through examples from nature, music and everyday life.
4. The Different Sizes of Collaboration – Understand how partnerships can grow from small acts of generosity to larger creative alliances that expand impact.
5. How to Find Aligned Collaborators – Learn what qualities matter most in a great partner and how one small action can start a meaningful connection.

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