The Small Business School Podcast · 2026-06-18 · 46 min
In this joint episode of Small Business School and Community , Staci Millard and Kristina Bartold, Co-Founder of The Social Snippet and High Vibe Women dive into one of the most powerful (and often misunderstood) parts of entrepreneurship: building meaningful relationships and a strong professional network. Staci and Kristina reflect on their real-life experiences growing referral-based businesses, navigating in-person and online networking, and learning how to build connections that are rooted in authenticity, not pressure. Together, they unpack what it really means to approach networking from a place of service, how to avoid “taker energy,” and why the strongest business growth often comes from the relationships you nurture over time. Key topics covered: Why relationships are more powerful than traditional marketing for long-term business growth The difference between building relationships online vs. in-person networking Shifting from “what can I get?” to a service-first mindset when entering a room Recognizing “taker energy” vs.
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