Networking can feel like a chore sometimes, but it doesn’t have to! Networking is all about forming connections, problem solving, and growing your reputation. With all the technology and platforms that can be used today to network, we have to utilize our time wisely. Kelly Hoey joins us today to discuss the ins and outs of networking. It’s time to get out there! Kelly Hoey is the author of “Build Your Dream Network.” You might have seen Kelly on CNBC’s Power Pitch, or her column on ink.com, blogs on myturnstone.com, or Kelly’s name on Fast’s “ 25 Smartest Women on Twitter.” Prepare to be impressed, and fall in love with Networking, on this week’s episode of Creative Warriors! WARRIOR OF Community “You have two things in life: your reputation, and your time.” -Kelly Hoey Highlights - Identify what your goal is when networking, and what you’d like to solve by networking. Figure out the best way to connect with your peers while networking. Ensure every opportunity you have to connect with someone else is powerful! You have two things in life: your reputation, and your time. Many social platforms we use can be utilized as networking platforms, like Twitter! A “deep network” is where we find advisors or mentors. It’s not who you know, or what you know, it’s who knows what you know. LinkedIn is an amazing platform to form connections and network. Guest Contact - Kelly's Website Kelly's Twitter Kelly's Book Build Your Dream Network: Forging Powerful Relationships in a Hyper-Connected World Resources - BlueHost When it comes to keeping your website and blog online, reliability is one of the most important things. BlueHost is continually ranked at the top as one of the most reliable web servers. They also have servers specific for WordPress sites which is critical to keeping you online and doing business. Acuity Scheduling If you want more of your most valuable resource back, automate your calendar with our top pick, Acuity. No more back and fourth, no-shows or multiple calendars to manage. All appointments, reminders, cancellations, even payments happen with 1-click. Acuity helps you gain time! Visit creativewarriorsunite.com/acuity for our offer or click the link in the show notes. Grammarly In our fast-paced world, we still need to clearly and confidently communicate what we want to say. Grammarly is our private editor 24/7 checking our spelling and grammar whenever we write something online to help avoid embarrassing mistakes in comments, tweets, and status updates! Grammarly is a Better Way To Write. Visit creativewarriorsunite.com/grammarly for our offer or click on the link in the show notes. Audible BooksThe easiest way I know to get inspired when reading is not an option is with AudibleBooks. You can regain time and transform your commute, workout or chores into fun, productive ME TIME! Audible books are offering a free audio book, try it, like it and stay or cancel and keep your free Audible book. Visit creativewarriorsunite.com/audible for our offer or click on the link in the show notes. New Free MasterClass:Warriors, if 80% of your income comes from 20% of your clients, 80% of your clients are the wrong clients! Imagine what it would be like to have almost 100% of your income come from all your clients because you're working with the right clients. Learn how knowing their secret language will attract your RIGHT clients— people who value what you do and are eager to pay you what you’re worth. To register for this new masterclass, go to YourRightClients.com, and I'll see you in the masterclass! Gifts - Propel your business forward and register for Week of The Warrior for free. A 7-day mini-course to learn how to leverage your creative powers.