Allergic To Small Talk

What does it REALLY mean to grow your business? Do you know the steps to get to your end goal? This week, our guest Kallum Nicholson from Kwakademy walks us through how to effectively grow your business with his proven framework, covering Systems/Processes, Marketing, and Strategy Planning. He describes himself as an Unconventional Growth Specialist, and runs a successful coaching business with an unconventional twist! Kallum is also an Inspirational Speaker, Live Show Host, and Magazine Editor.    To get in touch with Rochelle: The form link to book a call with Rochelle is here What type of networker are you? Take the quiz! 9-5 or Be Your Own Boss Quiz  Additional Resources: Instagram: HERE Facebook: HERE What type of networker are you? Take this QUIZ now!  Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises To get in touch with Kallum: Website: HERE Email: HERE LinkedIn: HERE Instagram: HERE

As small business owners, we are always working hard to climb the ladder and reach the top of our game, but what happens when we get there? When we see people at the top of their game killing it in their area of expertise, we don't ever really understand all the steps it took to get there. On today's episode we're going to take a look at what it could look like to be at the top of your game. My guest this week to help me pick apart this topic is Jas Takar. Jas has been in the sales and service industry for over 27 years. He had founded REC Canada under Royal LePage, which is a real estate firm, and for over 5 years has successfully kept his team in the top 3 in the country.  This year alone Jas' core sales team has done over $300 millions in sales. Jas really is at the top of his game, and if you're ready to see what life is like at the top, lets dive into this episode! To get in touch with Rochelle: The form link to book a call with Rochelle is here What type of networker are you? Take the quiz! 9-5 or Be Your Own Boss Quiz  Additional Resources: Instagram: HERE Facebook: HERE What type of networker are you? Take this QUIZ now!  Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises To get in touch with Jas: Website: HERE Email: HERE LinkedIn: HERE Facebook: HERE Instagram: HERE

Setting up a small business is great, but what happens when people stop buying your product or services? How do you find customers or clients? Have you got a solid strategy to ensure that the leads continue to come through the door? We are all doing some sort of lead generation, whether it's online, at networking events or through paid ads!  Our guest today Yann Ilunga from 360 Entrepreneur is a lead generation and podcasting consultant, international speaker, and podcaster with over 400 episodes published. He is the go to guy to learn about how to organically create leads for your business.  Join us this week as we go on the journey to attracting organic leads -  from starting their own business, identifying your ideal client, optimizing your social media, where to focus your lead generation and utilizing LinkedIn for identifying the clients you want to speak to! Lets dive into this episode!   To get in touch with Rochelle: The form link to book a call with Rochelle is here What type of networker are you? Take the quiz! 9-5 or Be Your Own Boss Quiz  Additional Resources: Instagram: HERE Facebook: HERE What type of networker are you? Take this QUIZ now!  Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises To get in touch with Yann: Website: HERE Email: HERE LinkedIn: HERE Facebook: HERE

If you're a small business owner, one way to get the word out about who you are and what you do is networking. There are many different types of networking events, like chamber of commerce to non-profit networking groups, in person groups and virtual events.  Our guest today is Christine Smith - the co-founder and managing partner of independent networking group ‘The Ripple Effect', which is a networking group like no other. Christine describes The Ripple Effect as not just a networking group, but a support network.  If you want to learn about navigating the world of networking, dive into this episode now!   To get in touch with Rochelle: The form link to book a call with Rochelle is here What type of networker are you? Take the quiz! 9-5 or Be Your Own Boss Quiz  Additional Resources: Instagram: HERE Facebook: HERE What type of networker are you? Take this QUIZ now!  Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises To get in touch with Christine: Website: HERE Email: HERE LinkedIn: HERE Instagram: HERE To get in touch with Rochelle 

If you run a small business, you'll know how important marketing is. Marketing your small business could be a never ending battle. From creating content, to designing, to social posts, to newsletters, to podcasts, and everything in between…it can get really daunting keeping everything in order and consistent. But there are some tools you can use to make your life a whole lot easier! Our guest today, Ivana Rajojevic currently works at Canada's fastest growing Shopify Plus partner agency, where she oversees online sales and marketing strategy for mid to enterprise-level merchants.  Join us as Ivana shares her tips and tricks for managing marketing strategies, from project management and CRM systems to apps to help support small business owners as they're going into their entrepreneurial journey. Let's dive into this episode! To get in touch with Ivana Website: HERE Email: HERE LinkedIn: HERE Instagram: HERE To get in touch with Rochelle  The form link to book a call with Rochelle is here What type of networker are you? Take the quiz! 9-5 or Be Your Own Boss Quiz  Additional Resources: Instagram: HERE Facebook: HERE What type of networker are you? Take this QUIZ now!  Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises  Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz HERE Free networking training video here HERE

Do you know what to do to ensure your business is Tax Compliant? As a small business owner we focus heavily on revenue and profit, afterall, that's what's going to keep the doors open, but what the heck do we need to know when it comes around to tax time? Our guest today, Charles Reed from Get Payroll, walks us through how to ensure our business is compliant with tax regulations, from how to set your books up correctly to walking us through the difference between being a Sole Proprietor, LLC's, S-Corp and LLC.  If you're ready to tackle your taxes, drive into this episode! To get in touch with Charles - Website: HERE Email: HERE LinkedIn: HERE Facebook: HERE Instagram: HERE To get in touch with Rochelle  The form link to book a call with Rochelle is here What type of networker are you? Take the quiz! 9-5 or Be Your Own Boss Quiz  Additional Resources: Instagram: HERE Facebook: HERE What type of networker are you? Take this QUIZ now!  Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises  Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz HERE Free networking training video here HERE

Always be prospecting … If you come from the world of sales this might be a familiar term for you and if this is foreign, you'll want to listen up!  If you own a small business, I hate to tell ya, but you're a sales person whether you like it or not, but generating prospects doesn't have to be dreadful, in fact it can be fun! Our guest this week, Andres Boulager has logged thousands of hours of engaging all kinds of people at all kinds of events around the world. He has codified engagement and now trains teams and individuals how to engage their prospects, customers, and teammates so that they can deepen connection and command attention, doing it through his “Fundamental Five” step programme -  Capture people's attention  Built the rapport  How we use our voice  Enthusiasm Body If you struggle with prospecting for clients, this episode is for you.  Let's dive in! To get in touch with Anders - Website: HERE Email: HERE LinkedIn: HERE Facebook: HERE To get in touch with Rochelle  The form link to book a call with Rochelle is here What type of networker are you? Take the quiz! 9-5 or Be Your Own Boss Quiz  Additional Resources: Instagram: HERE Facebook: HERE What type of networker are you? Take this QUIZ now!  Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises  Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz HERE Free networking training video here HERE  

One of the key ingredients to building a network that you love is to give and contribute, but how do we do this without compromising your sanity, yet still build a community that you love?  Our guest today EA Csolkovits is the founder and patriarch of the Givers University. He takes us on his journey from helping his dad as a milkman, age 5, to meeting his mentor during the depression age, to launching the Givers University which teaches others world wide about giving and taking.  EA refers as a group of people meeting as a Junto, and explains the us how we can form our own Junto using his 7 step method -  D - Decide  I - Invite  S - See C - Convine E - Establish R - Rotate N - Numbers Dive into this episode now! To get in touch with EA - Website: HERE Email: HERE Instagram: HERE LinkedIn: HERE Facebook: HERE To get in touch with Rochelle  The form link to book a call with Rochelle is here What type of networker are you? Take the quiz! 9-5 or Be Your Own Boss Quiz  Additional Resources: Instagram: HERE Facebook: HERE What type of networker are you? Take this QUIZ now!  Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises  Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz HERE Free networking training video here HERE    

Do you feel like you've been going round and round in circles trying to nail down a solid strategy for your business? You are not alone!  Our guest today, Alex Brueckmann is an entrepreneur, executive coach, author and born advisor. Alex helps small business owners and entrepreneurs to design a winning and intentional strategy.  In his upcoming book, he presents ‘The 9 Elements of Organizational Identity' which helps people build better businesses.  In this podcast, Alex covers the fundamentals of creating a strategy by breaking down the process to help you make measurable progress toward your vision and goals, prioritizing your best ideas. To get in touch with Alex - Website: HERE Email: HERE Instagram: HERE LinkedIn: HERE To get in touch with Rochelle  The form link to book a call with Rochelle is here What type of networker are you? Take the quiz! 9-5 or Be Your Own Boss Quiz  Additional Resources: Instagram: HERE Facebook: HERE What type of networker are you? Take this QUIZ now!  Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises  Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz HERE Free networking training video here HERE

Do you know what the big picture for your business is? Are you the type of business owner who is trying to get your business to align with your big picture? If you've struggled to align your business with what you have set in your mind, you're going to dig the guest on this episode. Her name is Maggie Perotin and she gives service-based entrepreneurs clarity and tools to exceed their business goals and transform into high-performing CEOs of their business. Through her DREAM-PLAN-DO coaching model, Maggie helps her clients align their mindset, business skills and high-performance habits to transform their business from unreliable source of income to a client attracting gem. To get in touch with Maggie - Website: HERE Email: HERE Facebook: HERE Instagram: HERE LinkedIn: HERE To get in touch with Rochelle  The form link to book a call with Rochelle is here What type of networker are you? Take the quiz! 9-5 or Be Your Own Boss Quiz  Additional Resources: Instagram: HERE Facebook: HERE What type of networker are you? Take this QUIZ now!  Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises  Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz HERE Free networking training video here HERE

Are you good at your craft but struggle to make sales or land clients? Our guest this week Terry Begue, started out fresh out of high school with no money, no experience, no connections, and no skills. Despite becoming a master of his craft, he was still just another painter in an overcrowded market. Undeterred, Terry dug deeper and learned what motivates people to buy, and by taking away the reasons why they wouldn't buy, and his business blew up! Terry has fine-tuned his process for business and personal growth, into an easy to follow, four step system -  Likeability  Believeability  Trustability  Wowability His proven system has allowed his company to grow year after year, even though he hasn't advertised since 2012! To get in touch with Terry - Website: HERE Email: HERE Facebook: HERE Instagram: HERE To get in touch with Rochelle  The form link to book a call with Rochelle is here What type of networker are you? Take the quiz! 9-5 or Be Your Own Boss Quiz  Additional Resources: Instagram: HERE Facebook: HERE What type of networker are you? Take this QUIZ now!  Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises  Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz HERE Free networking training video here HERE

Creating Energy on Demand with Nate Palmer Have you ever thought about the link between your physical fitness and how that affects the way you run your business? Are you in tune with what your body is telling you? In this episode, our guest - bestselling author of The Million DollarBody Method and Passport Fitness Nate Palmer, dives into the link between how fuelling your body correctly enables you to be mental athlete by answering 2 fundamental questions – What is performance eating and why it's critical for entrepreneurs? How can busy professionals create energy on demand? Nate helps business owners and entrepreneurs improve their physique, finances and family time using fitness and food and nutrition as force multipliers. To get in touch with Nate - Website: HERE Email: HERE Facebook: HERE Twitter: HERE Instagram: HERE To get in touch with Rochelle  The form link to book a call with Rochelle is here What type of networker are you? Take the quiz! 9-5 or Be Your Own Boss Quiz  Additional Resources: Instagram: HERE Facebook: HERE What type of networker are you? Take this QUIZ now!  Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises  Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz HERE Free networking training video here HERE

What are the ingredients of a successful leader? Are they an extrovert who commands a room with their loud, steady voice or an introvert that calmly guides a team through challenge and change? Well, the answer could be both! This week, Lisa Marie Platske shares with us how to level up your business with her Upside Thinking Leadership Model, which helps people figure out their WHY, and develop their dream career with her proven seven step leadership model centred on connection, positioning and executive presence. The 7 steps we cover in this episode are:  Start with a written plan  Understanding your personality Building a powerful partnership Live your priority Create a meaningful and memorable presence Constant evaluation Invest in professional and personal development Lisa is an award-winning leadership expert in human behaviour who has received accolades from the White House, the United States Small Business Administration, and The International Alliance for Women, recognized as one of the top 100 women making a difference in the world. To get in touch with Lisa Instagram: HERE Facebook: HERE LinkedIn: HERE Website: HERE Email: HERE To get in touch with Rochelle  The form link to book a call with Rochelle is here What type of networker are you? Take the quiz! 9-5 or Be Your Own Boss Quiz  Additional Resources: Instagram: HERE Facebook: HERE What type of networker are you? Take this QUIZ now!  Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises  Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz HERE Free networking training video here HERE

Where are you playing small in your business? Take a minute to think about it. Are you playing small in sales, marketing, networking? Are you ready to start playing big? If ready to start playing big, you're going to love this podcast episode featuring Curt Tueffert. He's a professor at the University of Houston where he teaches sales and business Communication.  But Curt is not all theory, he's actually on the court and playing full out with sales in his role as the VP of Sales Development for a large Industrial Distributor – DXP Enterprises. He's developed the sales training tools for 200+ outside sales, 230+ inside sales, and 30+ Sales managers.  Curt also travels throughout the US and Canada teaching Sales, Negotiation, Customer Service, and presentation skills for client's like Pricewater House Cooper and HP.   On top of all of that he's an author of 5 Stones for Slaying Giants which is also the focus of this episode. Throughout the show we dive into the 5 Stones for Slaying Giants: Passion Excellence Vision Value Confidence You can apply these 5 stones to any area of your business so you can stop playing small and turn them into big wins. Tune in now! To get in touch with Curt… LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/curttueffert/ Website: https://peaksalesstrategy.com/ To get in touch with Rochelle  What type of networker are you? Take the quiz! 9-5 or Be Your Own Boss Quiz  And the form link to book a call with Rochelle is here Additional Resources: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrogroh/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RochelleGroh What type of networker are you? Take this quiz now! https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/what-type-of-networking-animal-are-you Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/5-minute-networking Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz here -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/9-5-or-build-your-own-business Free networking training video here: mine-your-network

Creativity and art go hand and hand. But how do you align your creativity and art, and  turn it into a real business? On this episode I had the pleasure of interviewing DJ, producer, author, and podcaster, Amani Roberts. He shows us how one night as a DJ relates to the eb and flow of a business.  If you're in the creative space (artist, graphic designer, designer, art or creative director, DJ etc.) you'll love this episode because you're going to learn how to treat what you love as a business so you can generate a consistent income stream. The good news is, You don't need to sacrifice your creativity to be a business person, they can compliment and run alongside one another. Tune in now! To get in contact with Amani: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amaniexperience/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amaniexperience/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amaniroberts/ Website: https://www.amaniexperience.com/ To get in contact with Rochelle: Click HERE to book a call with Rochelle Additional Resources: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrogroh/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RochelleGroh What type of networker are you? Take this quiz now! https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/what-type-of-networking-animal-are-you Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/5-minute-networking Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz here -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/9-5-or-build-your-own-business Free networking training video here: mine-your-network

Being a small business owner can be so time consuming, however, you can also be extremley efficient if you incorporate apps into your daily operations.  In this episode, you're going to hear about 5 of my favorite apps that I use to run my business: Calendy.com Monday.com Canva.com SendSpark.com DropBox.com To book a 15 min networking strategy call, book here: https://calendly.com/itsrogroh/15min  Want to transition from your 9-5 to start your own business? Take a 2 min quiz to see if you're ready to "take the leap", link is here: https://www.letscutclass.com/9-to-5-or-be-your-own-boss-quiz-2  

In high school and even college some of us were designated a Career Counselor that recommended various careers we could go into based off of our school records. But what if in addition to Career Counselors we had the option of speaking to an Entrepreneur Counselor?  Speaking to an Entrepreneur Counselor could shift so many things for budding small business owners, however, at the moment employees work their way up the corporate ladder, end up hating their job and or boss before they decide a 9-5 isn't for them. This episode explores the spectrum of employee to business owner which is broken down into 4 categories: Vital Team Member Double Agent Experienced Master Real Go Getter  If you've ever felt like there's something more than your daily 9-5 grind then this episode might be worth exploring to see which category you fall into :-) And if you don't know which category you fall into there's a link below to 2-minute “9-5 or Build Your Own Business Quiz” that will help you figure out which category aligns with you the most.   To take the “9-5 or Build Your Own Business Quiz” click here:  https://www.letscutclass.com/9-to-5-or-be-your-own-boss-quiz-2  To get in contact with Rochelle: To Book a 15 min networking strategy call with Rochelle click here: https://calendly.com/itsrogroh  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrogroh/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RochelleGroh What type of networker are you? Take this quiz now! https://www.letscutclass.com/networking-quiz Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/5-minute-networking  Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz here -> https://www.letscutclass.com/employee-vs-entrepreneur-quiz  Free networking training video here: mine-your-network

Working alone can be tough, especially when you're stuck on a problem or challenge that prevents you from taking the next step in your business.  One of those challenges can be trying to get out of your business so it can actually grow and scale. And what this comes down to is how we structure our business model.  To help us shift our mindset on how we approach our business models, I interviewed Rocky Buckley.  Rocky Buckley an entrepreneur, coach, consultant, and the creator of the Platinum Path mastermind, where he and his faculty of experts help thought leaders, authors, speakers, consultants, and coaches reinvent their expertise and shift into a high-priced, lifestyle-friendly business model. He is also the creator of the Power Persona framework, a unique "inside-out" strategy for personal branding and positioning as a public figure. While the focus of our show hits on personal brands, you can take the nuggets you learn on the show and shift them into whatever business you're working in. Dive into this episode now! To get in contact with Rocky: Facebook: https://Facebook.com/rockybuckley Instagram: https://instagram.com/rocky.buckley LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/rocky-buckley Website: https://PowerPersonaProject.com Rocky's Email: rockybuckley@gmail.com   To get in contact with Rochelle: To Book a 15 min networking strategy call with Rochelle click here: https://calendly.com/itsrogroh  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrogroh/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RochelleGroh What type of networker are you? Take this quiz now! https://www.letscutclass.com/networking-quiz Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/5-minute-networking  Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz here -> https://www.letscutclass.com/employee-vs-entrepreneur-quiz  Free networking training video here: mine-your-network

I know I can get frazzled when I don't have a proper workflow down for things I do repeatedly in my business. A workflow consists of an orchestrated and repeatable pattern of activity (like a newsletter, blog, podcast, social posts…these are thing that you might do repeatedly in your business), enabled by the systematic organization of resources into processes (System could be a PM system like Monday.com or Asana or you could use an Excel Sheet to organize your resources AKA you or a Virtual Assistant plus time, you got manage your resource of time into a process…like a step by step guide to get that entire task done) that transform materials, provide services, or process information (AKA your products or services/offerings). In this episode, I provide you with 3 examples of my workflows that I have for my podcast, newsletter, and social posts.  As you listen to this episode, I want you to think about projects and tasks where you can create a dedicated workflow to make your business more efficient! Happy listening! To get in contact with Rochelle: To Book a 15 min networking strategy call with Rochelle click here: https://calendly.com/itsrogroh  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrogroh/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RochelleGroh What type of networker are you? Take this quiz now! https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/what-type-of-networking-animal-are-you Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/5-minute-networking Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz here -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/9-5-or-build-your-own-business Free networking training video here: mine-your-network

I really love the dreaming aspect of creativity. Meaning, I LOVE to create what could be possible for whatever project I'm working on. It's a very sexy space to be in because ANYTHING is possible and nothing is too crazy or too big. But did you know that there is an entire process to creativity and the possibility part of creativity comes much later in the process? In this episode, I interview Mari Reisberg, and she LOVES the process of creativity. She teaches us what creativity is, how to hone it, and how to get more of it, especially when you really need it! Mari Reisberg, is a therapist, performer, creativity coach, and host of the Sustaining Creativity Podcast. She holds a BFA in Acting from the Hartt School and an MA in Somatic Counseling Psychology, Dance/Movement Therapy, from Naropa University.  Mari is what we here at Cutclass like to call a double agent because, she currently splits time between the traditional 9-5 world as the director of utilization review and internship programming for a substance abuse treatment centre, and her own Sustaining Creativity business where she works with performers and non-performers to spark, grow, sustain, share and transform creativity in their lives. Mari believes life is way more fun when we tap into our creativity! I know you'll dig this episode because a lot of creativity goes into starting and running a small business. From dreaming up your concept to then executing it every single day. But somewhere along your business journey, your creativity will run dry or can be super tough to execute – dive into this episode now to get some tips to put you out of your next  creativity rut! To get in contact with Mari: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sustainingcreativity Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustainingcreativity/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mari-reisberg-b1320151/ Website: http://www.sustainingcreativity.com Mari's Email: marikareisberg@gmail.com To get in contact with Rochelle: To get your retrospective template visit: https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/MYN-retrospective-opt-in To Book a 15 min networking strategy call with Rochelle click here: https://calendly.com/itsrogroh  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrogroh/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RochelleGroh What type of networker are you? Take this quiz now! https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/what-type-of-networking-animal-are-you Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/5-minute-networking Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz here -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/9-5-or-build-your-own-business Free networking training video here: mine-your-network

You don't need a formal classroom or a fancy degree to help you achieve more or solve problems in your business. Every piece of information you could ever want is at the tip of your fingers. When I launched Cutclass with my Co-Founder Leslie, we did market research and found that the global e-learning industry is projected to reach 370 Billion dollars by 2026, and that's from 226 Billion dollars in 2020 – that's a whole lot of learning that's going on and a whole lot of education that you can use to grow YOUR business. If you've ever considered taking an online course to improve your business, dive into this episode to hear how I use e-learning to solve problems in my business. I bet you'll get some ideas on how you can solve changes in your business ASAP! To get in contact with Rochelle: To get your retrospective template visit: https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/MYN-retrospective-opt-in To Book a 15 min networking strategy call with Rochelle click here: https://calendly.com/itsrogroh  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrogroh/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RochelleGroh What type of networker are you? Take this quiz now! https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/what-type-of-networking-animal-are-you Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/5-minute-networking Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz here -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/9-5-or-build-your-own-business Free networking training video here: mine-your-network

What you can expect from Allergic to Small Talk is to learn 3 things.  One, how to network to build your business, I love networking and it's how I've built my careers and businesses in California, New York and now the U.K. Two, you'll learn which apps + softwares to use to operate your business. If you're a first time small business owner, you might be coming from an existing business that has systems in place for you, but when you venture off onto your own, you have to create those systems for yourself. I'll share which ones work best for me and my team at Cutclass. Three, you'll get some motivation and tips for success. If I hear, read, or watch something that motivates or inspires me, I'll be sure to share these bits of info because running a business can be difficult sometimes and a little motivation and inspo can go a long way when you feel like your back is against the wall. After each episode you'll get actionable steps that you can implement right away to improve the way you see, operate, and grow your small business.  Allergic to Small Talk is just 1 of the many free resources that we offer. We also have free FB Groups and our social media channels (linked below). If you haven't yet started your business, go check out our sister podcast, Out to Launch, hosted by my business partner Leslie Levito. She teaches people how to ditch their 9-5 to start their own business.  If you like what you hear on Allergic to Small Talk and want to work with me, feel free to always reach out to me on Insta @ItsRoGroh I hope you kick some ass this year in your business and I hope what you learn on Allergic to Small talk has the honour in contributing to your success along the way.    

LinkedIn can seem like a total mine field because it's not like Instagram, Facebook or TikTok which gives us all the warm fuzzies, laughter, and eye candy we so desperately crave.  In this episode, you're going to learn some tips on how to use LinkedIn and how to build your network on LinkedIn. I showcase a very special guest on this episode and her name is Alice Fewings and she is a LinkedIn Ninja! She empowers entrepreneurs with the mindset and skills to transform their social media content in just a matter of weeks. As well as improving engagement, Alice helps business owners to confidently create a clear and consistent LinkedIn strategy which, in turn, helps them to reach new audiences, raise their profile and more importantly, attract more clients. Alice is a digital marketing master and your new best friend when it comes to social selling.  Dive into this episode now to hear Alice share her 4 step process which will help you understand LinkedIn, learn how to use it, and how we can specifically use it to grow our network and ultimately our businesses. To get in touch with Alice: Here is a link to her Level Up on LinkedIn in 5 Days - Free Challenge https://www.linkedin.com/events/leveluponlinkedinin5days-freech6879016140056641536/  Her email: Alice@Alicefewings.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alice-fewings/  To get in contact with Rochelle: To get your retrospective template visit: https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/MYN-retrospective-opt-in To Book a 15 min networking strategy call with Rochelle click here: https://calendly.com/itsrogroh  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrogroh/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RochelleGroh What type of networker are you? Take this quiz now! https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/what-type-of-networking-animal-are-you Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/5-minute-networking Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz here -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/9-5-or-build-your-own-business Free networking training video here: mine-your-network

After you're done networking at a business networking event, the first thing you should do is immediately set up 1 to 1's with the people you found interesting in the room. In this episode, I'm going to walk you through 8 questions you should ask someone to do an effective 1 to 1 plus you're going to hear me do a real 1 to 1 with Johanna Hooper. Johanna is the CEO of Limited Peak Performance. I won't give a full background on Johanna because that's what our 1 to 1 will uncover.  The goal of a 1 to 1 is to give you the opportunity to get to know the person better and understand how you can help them reach their goals. In return, the other person is getting to know you and your business goals as well. Your job is to educate them, you should educate them like they're your mini sales person! I would avoid trying to sell to the person that you're meeting with and instead focus on building a relationship with them first.  I hope this episode inspires you to book in a 1 to 1 with someone you find interesting at your next event and if you need a list of questions to ask, you can find my questions in the podcast description. Dive in now! To get your retrospective template visit: https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/MYN-retrospective-opt-in To Book a 15 min networking strategy call with Rochelle click here: https://calendly.com/itsrogroh  To get in touch with Rochelle: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrogroh/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RochelleGroh What type of networker are you? Take this quiz now! https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/what-type-of-networking-animal-are-you Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/5-minute-networking Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz here -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/9-5-or-build-your-own-business To get in touch with Johanna: Website: https://www.limitlesspeakperformance.co.uk/ LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/johanna-hooper-cmgr-mcmi-executivecoach Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LimitlessPeakPerformance

If you haven't planned out your business goals for 2022 yet, don't sweat it. You still have time! In this episode, Ro shares how you can plan your year by looking at your business in two ways: a 12 month snap shot and then a quarter by quarter basis.  When you take a look at your business from a 12 month standpoint you can see all of the holidays and important dates you'll be out of the office. When you know which dates you'll be out of the office; you can then plan any promotions you'll be running for your business.  Once you're done with your 12 month snapshot switch to your quarterly view. When you take a look at your business on a quarterly basis, you'll be able to detail the specific actions needed to achieve your business goals you have set out for each month. Tip: Make sure both of your calendars are in a place where you can see them everyday! Dive into this episode now to plan your business goals for 2022!   To get your retrospective template visit: https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/MYN-retrospective-opt-in To Book a 15 min networking strategy call with Rochelle click here: https://calendly.com/itsrogroh  To get in touch with Rochelle: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrogroh/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RochelleGroh What type of networker are you? Take this quiz now! https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/what-type-of-networking-animal-are-you Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/5-minute-networking Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz here -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/9-5-or-build-your-own-business To purchase the calendar templates Ro spoke about in the episode, visit: https://katschmoyer.com/shop?ref=https%3A%2F%2Fcreative-at-heart.mykajabi.com%2Fa%2F2147501202%2FnCqn6EzU 

What do astronauts, Olympic champions, and Nobel laureates do differently that allows them to achieve at such a high level? High achievers share the same four attributes: intrinsic motivation, perseverance, strong foundation, and constantly learning through informal means. The key to their success is that they do all four of these things at the same time. Based on Dr. Ruth Gotian's research and in-person interviews with astronauts, Nobel Prize winners, and Olympic champions, her book The Success Factor outlines the approach that individuals aspiring to improve their performance can adopt. This episodes deeps dives into The Success Factor where Dr. Ruth Gotian breaks down each of the 4 attributes and shares examples of how they can be implemented in your life or business. I enjoyed this episode with Ruth because it shifted my thinking on success and got me pumped up to tackle my goals in 2022. I know you'll dig this episode as much as I did so go tune in now! The Success Factor is available for purchase now in Europe via Amazon.com or you can purchase it in the states on January 25th, 2022. For more info on Dr. Ruth Gotian visit: Website: http://www.ruthgotian.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rgotian/ To get your retrospective template visit: https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/MYN-retrospective-opt-in To get in touch with Rochelle: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrogroh/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RochelleGroh What type of networker are you? Take this quiz now! https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/what-type-of-networking-animal-are-you Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/5-minute-networking Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz here -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/9-5-or-build-your-own-business Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts "I love Rochelle and Allergic to Small Talk."

This episode is super special because you'll get to meet my two business partners for Cutclass, Leslie and Sho. In this episode we demonstrate a retrospective. A retrospective is an exercise that we do after a launch or project or at the end of the year. This exercise allows our team to talk about our desired outcomes, talk about what worked, what didn't work, what was missing, and most importantly show gratitude for one another and acknowledge one anothers contributions. Usually, I have a pretty structured episode flow, but this episode is going to be very much conversational, real, and organic. We haven't rehearsed any of the questions we're going to review today, so you're going to get a real behind the scenes look at how we run our business.  Before we get into the nitty gritty, let me give you a little background on 2 of my most favorite people and business besties, Les and Sho.  Les has launched over 50 brands, owns 2 businesses, Cutclass and a branding Agency called Brands Etcetera. While I focus on helping people build their business through networking and adding key foundational processes and systems in place, Leslie focuses on helping people transition from their 9-5 jobs to launching their own businesses.  Leslie has so many ways people can work with her, through her 10 week course called Out to Launch Academy or through her many free resources like her podcast called Out to Launch or through the many tips, tools, and strategies she's drips out on her TikTok account called Let Go and Discover.  Sho has also launched multiple brands and she too owns 2 businesses, Cutclass and her branding Agency with Les, Brands Etcetera. Sho is a design, branding, and art directing wizard. Everything that you see on our social channels, podcasts, website, business cards or opt-ins is touched and worked on by Sho. While she hangs out in the background of our brand, she is very much in the forefront of everything that we create. Our brand wouldn't be where it is today without her bringing our visions to life. I'm so excited to give you insight on how we run Cutclass and share a little piece of my heart with y'all today go jump into this episode! Click here for your retrospective template: https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/MYN-retrospective-opt-in  To Book a 15 min networking strategy call with Rochelle click here: https://calendly.com/itsrogroh  To get in touch with Rochelle: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrogroh/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RochelleGroh What type of networker are you? Take this quiz now! https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/what-type-of-networking-animal-are-you Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/5-minute-networking Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz here -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/9-5-or-build-your-own-business To get in touch with Leslie: Instagram: www.instagram.com/lets_cutclass/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildabusinessandbeaboss Website: www.letscutclass.com Email: LL@letscutclass.com TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZM8wbPFMa/ Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz here -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/9-5-or-build-your-own-business To get in touch with Sho: Instagram: www.instagram.com/brandsetcetera/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/brandsetcetera Website: www.brandsetcetera.com Email: Sho@brandsetcetera.com

Last week you got to meet a client that I coach 1 on 1. His name is Fahmy Kayira, he's a rapper, independent artist, and CEO of a creative agency called The Streets Coldest. If you haven't had the chance to catch up on that episode, pop back to episode 29 and give it a listen. And this week, you're going to get to meet another client and friend, Nadia Scott.  Nadia is the Managing Director for Geon Training Solutions. A government funded training provider in the North East of England. Nadia's team is responsible for drawing down funds from the government, creating training programmes for people that are out of employment or people that are seeking to upskill themselves. This training is geared to sectors that are most in need, meaning, these sectors are growing and need employees, however, people don't have the skills to enter that market. For example, the construction sector or digital sector are two areas of need, Nadia's team finds candidates for these sectors, provides them with training + qualifications they need, and then specs them out to these sectors with their respective employee partners.  They also offer a commercial programme for CPD units, one of their most recent clients in this area is: Greggs.  As you might imagine, there is A LOT that goes into the operations of Geon. From bidding for funds, to marketing to potential learners, to resourcing learners, to onboarding, nurturing, and offboarding learners, keeping track of tutors and timelines, to following compliance procedures and setting our employer partnerships…I mean, wow! It's A LOT to keep track of, right? In this episode, Nadia is going to share a bit about herself, her business, and what it's been like to work with me on her team. Wanna see what your business could look like in 2022?  Dive into this episode now!   To Book a 15 min networking strategy call with Rochelle click here: https://calendly.com/itsrogroh  To get in touch with Rochelle: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrogroh/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RochelleGroh What type of networker are you? Take this quiz now! https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/what-type-of-networking-animal-are-you Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/5-minute-networking Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz here -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/9-5-or-build-your-own-business To Find out more about Nadia: 1. Geon Training's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Geontraining 2. Nadia Scott's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadia-s-361aab8a/ 3. Website: https://geonts.co.uk/

I'm so pumped for this episode because you are going to gain insight on what it's like to work with me 1 on 1 by hearing from my client and friend, Fahmy Kayira. He'll share how our time together has leveled up his business game in terms of saving time and implementing a structure and system in place to keep all areas of his business under control. He'll even talk about how he lost business because he didn't have a system in place.  Fahmy is a rapper, Independent Artist, and CEO of The Street Coldest.  The Streets Coldest is a creative agency that is revolutionizing productivity and ease of access for independent artists within the music industry.  Their dedicated team of musical connoisseurs take on a number of projects with both new and established artists to grow fanbases through content creation in the form of videography and graphic design. With so many moving parts to his business, he needs a little guidance on how to exactly manage it all while also still keeping the money rolling in.  I wanted to do this episode for you because I know as we head into 2022 there are going to be several New Year resolutions that you might have for your business.  And if you've ever considered hiring a coach to help get you to the next stage in your business, I thought I would interview one of my client's so you can get a real behind the scenes look at what working with a coach like me could do to transform you and your business.  I focus on teaching small businesses how-to network to create connections, collaborations and of course sales for their business, but I also focus on teaching small business owners how to add foundational business structures and systems to view their business in one place. The benefit of this is that they can see every part of their business in one AREA. One of the requirements when working with me is that you must use a project management software system to keep your business rocking and rolling. Pen and paper just won't cut it. Wanna see what your business could look like in 2022?  Dive into this episode now! To Book a 15 min networking strategy call with Rochelle click here: https://calendly.com/itsrogroh  To get in touch with Rochelle: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrogroh/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RochelleGroh What type of networker are you? Take this quiz now! https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/what-type-of-networking-animal-are-you Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/5-minute-networking Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz here -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/9-5-or-build-your-own-business To Find out more about Fahmy: 1. Fahmy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialpxnther/  2. The Street's Coldest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestreetscoldest/  2. Email: Streetscoldest@gmail.com

Do you want to know one of the top 3 things I hear which prevents a business owner from networking? -> I don't have time! Typically when I hear this from a small business owner, it's due to the fact that they don't have a system in place that will allow them to scale. If you're relying on good ol' pen and paper to manage your entire small business...you're gonna wanna listen to this episode because my guest, Karen Brooks, Managing Director of Pellings Business Solutions Ltd. shows us what it truly means to save time in our businesses by highlighting all the ways a Virtual Assistant can level up your systems, to-dos, tasks list, and even major projects. On this episode, Karen drops some knowledge on: The difference between a virtual assistant, executive assistant, and personal assistant. The right time to hire an assistant in your business. Sheds light on one of her favourite systems: Capsule CRM. The benefits of hiring a virtual assistant that has all of their own equipment. The types of tasks and projects that a virtual assistant can take on and lighten up your workload so you can focus on the things that need every ounce of your brain power. Dive into this episode now! To Book a 15 min networking strategy call with Rochelle click here: https://calendly.com/itsrogroh  To get in touch with Rochelle: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrogroh/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RochelleGroh What type of networker are you? Take this quiz now! https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/what-type-of-networking-animal-are-you Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/5-minute-networking Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz here -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/9-5-or-build-your-own-business To connect with Karen: Website: https://www.pellingsbusinesssolutions.com/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/karen.s.brooks.39 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pellings_business_solutions/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-brooks/

As a small business owner, one of the challenges that often comes up is: selling the things that we love to do and provide for the world. A lot of us start our businesses because we're great at a certain skillset, we're passionate about something we do, or we realize we really love to do something that's outside of a 9-5...and those somethings are monetized in some fashion, such as you really adore plants and gardens and maybe you've opened a flower shop, or maybe you binge podcasts so you decide to create a podcast, or maybe you geek out on fixing up your home and you open a handyman/handyperson business.  But when it comes time to sell what we love to do, it can be very confronting and challenging. On this episode , I interview Mike Herberts. Mike is the CEO of Merit Sales System and he teaches his clients how to truly articulate the problem they solve so they can close sales on LinkedIn. When you can articulate how you solve problems, it makes selling what you love to do all that much easier :)  In this episode, Mike provides a framework to help you articulate the problem you solve (which is one of the keys to helping you help your clients), shares some tips on how to improve your LinkedIn Profile, and sheds lights on some clever ways to get into you connections inboxes on LinkedIn.  As you listen to this episode, think about how you can apply what Mike shares to your networking or business on LinkedIn. Tune in now! To get in touch with Mike: Mike's website: https://mikeherberts.com/index.php/masterclass/articulate-the-problem/  Mike's LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-herberts/ To get in touch with Rochelle: To book your free 15 minute networking strategy call with Rochelle: https://calendly.com/itsrogroh  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrogroh/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RochelleGroh  What type of networker are you? Take this quiz now! https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/what-type-of-networking-animal-are-you  Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/5-minute-networking  Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz here -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/9-5-or-build-your-own-business   

Happy Thanksgiving y'all! Thanksgiving can be a pretty hectic time for a lot of us. Leading up to the day, you're probably scrambling around to tie up loose ends in the office before you head out. The day itself is filled with cooking, you might have to run around getting last minute ingredients, drive around from 1 house to another house to make different dinner times, and not to mention thinking about all the conversation that has to be managed at the Thanksgiving dinner table...and ya know what, all of this can be VERY overwhelming.  So on today's episode I brought on my friend Tracey Howes. Tracey is an Oxygen Advantage Instructor and freediver based on the south coast of England.  I invited Tracey on the show so she can shed some light on how we can reduce our stress, anxiety and overwhelm with breathwork.  What she shares with us today will not only help you as you head into your holiday but also when you head back into the office. You can connect with Tracey below! For a 30 minute discovery call: https://bluemindsocial.as.me/DiscoveryCall Tracey's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/traceyhowes/ Tracey's Insta: traceymayhowes To get in touch with Rochelle: To book your free 15 minute networking strategy call with Rochelle: https://calendly.com/itsrogroh  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrogroh/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RochelleGroh  What type of networker are you? Take this quiz now! https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/what-type-of-networking-animal-are-you  Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/5-minute-networking  Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz here -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/9-5-or-build-your-own-business 

Thanksgiving is one of the best times to network and here's why: You can get in touch with people in your network that you've been meaning to get in touch with or people you haven't talked to in a long time.  When people don't reach out to someone for a long time, they continue to NOT reach out because they feel like the other person may think they “want something”. Reaching out over Thanksgiving is almost like a free pass to get out of that awkward space of “what if that person I haven't spoken to in a LONG TIME thinks I'm reaching out to them because I want something”. Dive into this episode to get a 360 degree view of the people in your network that you could reach out to over Thanksgiving and the different ways you can engage with them. To book your free 15 minute networking strategy call with Rochelle: https://calendly.com/itsrogroh  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrogroh/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RochelleGroh  What type of networker are you? Take this quiz now! https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/what-type-of-networking-animal-are-you  Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/5-minute-networking  Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz here -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/9-5-or-build-your-own-business 

Have you ever felt judged because of the way you looked or the type of job you have or because you're unemployed or a student? Or have you judged others and later felt bad about it? Getting judged and our judgments of others plays an integral role when you network for your small business. Sometimes people on the networking circuit often won't take the time to get to know another person because they think they might not add any value to their business and on the other hand, they will make a b-line to someone they think will give them tons of business. In both cases, the results aren't on par with what they originally thought.  I don't know about you, but I've sure have fallen victim to my own judgments of others. I've met people and then later spent more time with them...and realized they're actually great people. Not only were they great people, but they added immense value to my business. After finding out how wonderful they are and the value they added to my life and business, it really made me feel terrible for having judged them in the first place.  This is your friendly reminder that another human being can always teach you something, give you their time, expertise, or lend a helping hand in order to add value to your life and business. Value while it is subjective, it doesn't always equate to finances.  Tune into this episode to learn how to avoid writing people off while networking to build your small business.  To get in touch with Rochelle: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrogroh/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RochelleGroh  What type of networker are you? Take this quiz now! https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/what-type-of-networking-animal-are-you  Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/5-minute-networking  Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz here -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/9-5-or-build-your-own-business 

Creating a business network isn't centered on generating sales. It's centered on how you can help the people around you and how well you can create and collaborate with others to leave the world a better place. And that's what this particular episode is all about: creating, collaborating, and leaving the world just that tiny bit better.  In this episode, I had the pleasure of collaborating with my friend Alison Qualter, founder of Press Play on Life, a coaching program focused on helping people to live more mindfully and joyfully, and gain clarity in their personal and professional development.  When you meet Alison, she instantly gives you that good vibe feeling. Her energy is so intoxicating it can withstand the test of time. Here are some areas where Alison shed's light:   How to add more play into your life. Play is often only reserved for children, but what would happen if you added it back into your life? How your ego can drive you, but your soul will whisper so loudly it can change your entire life course. We often aspire for the big house and fancy car, but what happens if we attain those things and throw it all away? And more importantly, what occurred to make that “throw it all away” action take place? How to believe in your confidence and how it can be used when you're “stuck” How people can make a conscious choice to make the most out of the 1 life they've been given. Alison has an awesome philosophy when it comes to business and life. I know what she shares today will not only help you on your networking journey, but whatever you are getting up to in your life.  To find out more about Alison: Website: https://www.alisonqualter.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alisonqualter/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alison-qualter-berna-9a194931/ To get in touch with Rochelle: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrogroh/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RochelleGroh What type of networker are you? Take this quiz now! https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/what-type-of-networking-animal-are-you Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/5-minute-networking Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz here -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/9-5-or-build-your-own-business    

Last week I had planned to record 2 podcasts with guests. I had prepared everything, I did pre-interviews with my guests, did research on each of my guests, wrote introductions for them, and blocked out 3 hours in my day to get the recording and editing complete, but 1 guest didn't show up and the other had tech issues. My day didn't go to plan! I was a bit disappointed because I was excited to have some guests on the show for some fun and valuable content, but it just didn't work out. Have you ever had a day that just didn't pan out? When things don't go to plan, it can lead to big upsets. These upsets can last for minutes, hours, days, and even weeks. But what if you could choose to set a limit on these upsets?  If we set a limit on these upsets it'll keep us committed to what we are meant to do in the world. If we try to create work, meetings, or ANYTHING from a place of upset, that will bleed over into whatever we're creating.  In this episode, I talk about how my day didn't go to plan and what I chose to do about it.   To get in touch with Rochelle: 1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrogroh/  2 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RochelleGroh  3 What type of networker are you? Take this quiz now! https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/what-type-of-networking-animal-are-you  4 Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/5-minute-networking  5 Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz here -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/9-5-or-build-your-own-business 

Have you ever joined a Free Business Facebook Group? Usually, business facebook groups provide you with some free resources to help you in your business. For example, there are groups that are focused specifically on the legal side of a business, there are groups focused specifically on marketing. While others focus on providing you with a broad range of services. On top of this, some of these Facebook Groups are absolutely GINORMOUS. Meaning, there are thousands and thousands of members. So how the heck do you get seen and not get lost in the online sea of thousands of people? My guest on today's episode, Nikki Tapley, sheds light on how to show up and stand out in a Facebook Group that has close to 12,000 members! Nikki is the CEO of The Inspire Network and an all around business powerhouse. The Inspire Network is a national organisation that aims to empower women to build businesses successfully, within a free Facebook community with around 12,000 members and a separate masterminding, networking and learning-focused paid membership. Dig into this episode now! To find out more about Nikki: Website: http://www.theinspirenetwork.co.uk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theinspirenetworkcommunity LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkitapley/ To get in touch with Rochelle: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrogroh/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RochelleGroh What type of networker are you? Take this quiz now! https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/what-type-of-networking-animal-are-you Free resource to boost your networking: 5 Minute Networking Exercises -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/5-minute-networking Ready to take the leap from your 9-5 to start your own biz Not sure? Take the quiz here -> https://cutclass.mykajabi.com/9-5-or-build-your-own-business  

If you have a tough time with sales or never had to sell before, but now you're a small business owner/freelancer/creative/entrepreneur, you're now in sales whether you like it or not. This episode is for you because you're going to learn how to focus on your value and not so much on selling.  For more biz tips and resources please visit LetsCutClass.com

On this episode Rochelle talks to ONLE Co-Founder, James West, about his online networking group for people who like, people. James gives us the inside scoop about why he and his partner, Kelly West, started their networking group that now has over 300+ members.  You can catch ONLE here.

On this episode Rochelle touches on 4 common challenges that biz owners face when they try to get more business: 1. The "if they build it, they will come" fantasy. 2. The anxiety a biz owner feels when it comes to networking or being with others. 3. Not wanting to be "salesy". 4. Not addressing foundational issues in their business. If you'd like to dive deeper into any of these challenges, email Rochelle at Ro@letscutclass.com and if you want free biz building resources visit letscutclass.com 

Is your network a community or an audience? On today's Allergic to Small Talk Pod, Ro interviews Emily Lakin, Director of Earnest Agency. Emily provides a thought provoking way to look at your network. She challenges us to build networks that not only provide value for us as individuals, but the world at large. Grab a pen and paper to take notes because this is a good one!

Have you ever learned how to properly network? In this episode, Ro goes over her course No Agenda Networking which teaches people, step by step, how to build, contribute, and leverage their network in order to earn more money and move their business forward. Tune in now!

Have you ever showed up to an event kind of missing the mark or let your mood determine your style? Sometimes our wardrobe choices can be one of our best assets or worse enemies when it comes to networking and building relationships. If you have a love/hate relationship w/ your wardrobe, you're going to LOVE this episode where Ro interviews fashion expert, podcast host, and mentor, Laura Fama. Laura drops some helpful tips to get you ready for your next meeting or big event, so much easier! 

Research can be used when you are starting a new project in your business or life, but research is especially good to help you find your Ideal Customer. Before you go out into the networking world you need to understand who your ideal customer is and get very specific on who they are. Once you know who they are, your networking becomes much more focused.  In this episode, Ro gives you a peak into how research helped create Cutclass, how research helped her find her Ideal Customer + how you can find your Ideal Customer too!

There are so many things we can do with time: We can kill time or lose time, we can be robbed of our precious time, we can find time. My guest on today's episode helps you save time; Time, that you can dedicate to another part of your business or life. Shakila Sadiq is an awesome business owner and a professional Virtual Assistant. She drops some knowledge gems on how to organize your diary to increase your productivity. Tune in now!

Most people fail at networking because they don't set goals.  One of the most crucial times to set goals via networking is when you're going through a life transition, such as a career shift. Networking isn't all about making a sale. It can be about getting support to get you through to the next phase in your life.  On this episode, Rochelle talks about surrounding yourself with like minded people that are going through a similar life transition and developing structure to reach your next big step in life.  Tune in now and create goals to level up your networking experience.   

Do you ever get caught off guard when someone asks, "Tell me a little bit about yourself?" It's a simple, yet, tough question to answer, right? On this episode, Ro interviews CiCi Reagan. CiCi is the founder of Write to Heal. She's a recovering addict & domestic abuse survivor, & she has been writing since she could hold a pen. CiCi's journey demonstrates that the good, bad, ugly, and great experiences you've encountered can resonate with your audience, you just have to know how to tell your story.  Catch this episode where CiCi drops some gems on how to tell your story to connect with others!  

We tend to think our closest friends will provide us with the best opportunities and while that's true for trusted info and social support, it's really our old connections that will provide us with the best opportunities for our careers and business.Tune into this episode to hear how your "old friend" can provide you with many new opportunities.

At some point or another we have all had to wrestle that negative solo conversation in networking situations, it says things like, "I am not good enough" or "Will people like what I have to say" or "Will I have anything to contribute?" If we don't have strategies in place, this solo convo can really take us off course when we're set out to do big things in the world.  On this episode I had the pleasure of interviewing Leah Rosenbaum of My Coach Leah. She provides 3 tips to kick that solo convo to the curb. Tune in now!

Rochelle breaks down networking into 2 categories: Traditional & Non-Traditional Traditional 1. Alumni  2. Casual 3. Referral  4. Industry Specific 5. Non-profit Non-Traditional 1. Interest Based 2. Social Media 3. Dormant Ties Listen in to figure out which one suits you best! Traditional, Non-Traditional or a blend of both?

Some people have a lot of worries around networking, but wondering what to wear doesn't have to be one of them! On this episode I interview entrepreneur + stylist Vanessa Durazo. Vanessa owns a boutique in Prague called Pacer. She has spent over a decade in fashion & has a passion for helping people find clothing that they love. Vanessa shares 3 insights w/ us: 1. Find the right size & style your body 2. Organise your wardrobe 3. Buy quality pieces over quantity Go have a listen!