7 Relationships for Six-figure Success (a.k.a. Your Network is Your Net Worth)

Today I’ve been thinking a lot about social equity, the strength of my network and quality of relationships within it. (Social equity is one of my favourite topics to teach!).

Social equity is simply the standards and mutual value of your personal and social relationships. The key to positive social equity is the element of mutual benefit.

If you’re familiar with my previous posts you’ll know that this is a time of transition for me (and Steve too). It’s scary and exciting all at the same time!

When your social equity is high, the people within your network truly care about you and your success as you care about theirs. There’s a great deal of mutual benefit and as a result, transitions are much easier to manage because it’s easy to garner support in many areas.

They are relevant in that they are interested in your area of expertise.

They are responsive in that they read and comment on your communications.

They are loyal in that they stay around as you and your company(s) grow and evolve.

And, they care in that what you do and who you are really do make a difference for them, they notice and it matters.

Does this describe YOUR network?

When you have a relevant, responsive, loyal and caring network it’s almost impossible to fail. I like to call positive social equity an insurance policy for your success.

But the diversity of your network is equally important. There are specific relationships that are essential to long-term, high level success. I’m talking six, even seven figure success.

For example, if your network only includes customers and prospective customers, there are critical gaps you must consider.

Here are six specific types of relationships, in addition to your network of prospects and customers, that you should spend time developing high social equity with (and why):

1. Family and Friends who “get” what you do. What I mean by “get” what you do is these are friends who support vs sabotage success. When you share your plans and ideas they fuel your excitement rather than burst your bubble. They don’t look at you like you’re crazy

2. Mentor(s) to inspire you and lift you to new heights of success.

3. Coach(es) to teach and motivate you to keep growing and moving forward.

4. Masterminds/Associations of like-minded and motivated people moving in the same direction as you to connect, collaborate, commiserate and celebrate with.

5. Complimentary Experts/Service Providers. These are business owners who share your target audience but serve them in a way that is complementary vs. competitive. These individuals or companies are perfect for co-promotion, collaboration, joint ventures, referrals and more!

6. Industry Experts to stay informed, remain innovative, and strengthen your expertise.

So as you build your own networks and strive to develop high social equity, remember the seven types of equitable relationships and the essential ingredient of mutual benefit.

Stay tuned to my next post where I’ll share some specific ways to build and nurture relationships to create positive social equity.

I’d love to hear how your relationships are supporting your success. Please feel free to comment

Gina xo

What to do when your existing business feels like a sweater that SHRUNK?!

Several months ago it happened to me…

I realized… My business doesn’t fit me anymore! Oh-my-goodness right!? Breathe Gina, Breathe…

And, the reality was that it hadn’t fit me for quite a while but I was so busy (and determined) trying to be something I no longer was I didn’t see the forest beyond the tree. Oh my nose was pressed against it tight… until now.

So what’s a girl to do?

I mean what a waste it would be to say goodbye to an existing business. A business that I’ve invested years into and is profitable too. Right?

I’m not convinced…

I believe the bigger waste would be to continue going through the motions to maintain something I’m no longer passionate about.

Maintain… there’s something so boring and inauthentic for me in that word. I love to learn and grow and give and make a difference. To maintain is to be status quo and that is totally not me. And that’s whether it’s me doing the maintaining or my team doing it. At the end of the day – I’m not growing and thriving.

I deserve better and the people I’m meant to serve deserve better too.

I have to admit it’s kinda scary but wicked exciting at the same time!

If I say goodbye to what I’ve been doing for so long, it feels a little bit like starting from scratch. But, I have a feeling – a knowing – that the passion fueling my new direction will propel me far beyond the success I already have right now.

I’m excited for this new chapter in my life and my business.

And I’m SO grateful to be sharing the transition with YOU.

My newest site GinaBellinc.com “Your Certain Way to Fun, Fame and Fortune!” is just the beginning of this journey.

And, rather than say goodbye to our existing companies like The Networking Masters, I’m re-inventing them to better serve our network and support everyone’s next steps.

It’s going to be awesome!!

So stay tuned for all the exciting details… from the evolution of The Networking Masters to all of my amazing new programs and products – coming soon.

My Best,
Gina xo

The Audio Replay is Ready… Virtual Event Secrets!

The replay is ready… {time sensitive}

“5 Startling Mistakes Even Smart Entrepreneurs Make When Hosting Virtual Events” call…

http://www.audioacrobat.com/play/WCSmQnhx

Note: There is some clicking and sound fluctuations through the first half of the call. The content however is great. Enjoy!

If you’ve been thinking about or know you want to host your own 100% original virtual event (Telesummit/series)… be sure to listen to the final few minutes of the call as I reveal two un-advertised bonuses valued over $1500 that are available for participants of the forthcoming Virtual Events Made Easy program who act fast. Just these two bonuses are worth almost three times your investment to be part of this exciting program.

* The “earlybird” deadline announced on the call to claim these special bonuses is Friday July 10th at 6:00 pm MTN but, due to the delay in getting the replay out to you, I’m going to extend that to Friday July 117th (same time).

There are only 20 seats available in this inaugural class so you really do want to act quickly.

Full details of the 6-week Virtual Events Made Easy program can be found at: http://www.VirtualEventsMadeEasy.com

If you have questions about the call or the program please send them to team@virtualeventsmadeeasy.com

My Best,

Gina

I’m sharing my “Soulful Networking” secrets on July 16th

I’m delighted to share that I will be the featured expert on The National Association of Home-Based Business Moms (NAHBM) Expert Teleseminar Series on July 16th at 11 am (PT), 12 Noon (MT), 1pm (CT), 2 pm (ET).

The Topic is: How Soulful Networking Leads to More Fun, Fame and Fortune

On this call, you will discover:
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* What networking IS and, what it IS NOT so you can really get your networking working.

* Common myths, misconceptions and mistakes surrounding networking that can derail your success.

* The four essential ingredients to creating a network that becomes your insurance policy for success.

* The ONE thing you can do to make more money, quickly and with greater ease.

* The evolution of “profitable” relationships Hint: “profitability” isn’t just about dollars and cents.

* Must-know Soulful Networking Principles that support the creation of your own relevant, responsive, loyal and caring network.

* and … as much as we can possibly squeeze into this content rich call

Here’s how you can attend this NAHBM Premium Member Event:

If you’re not a NAHBM Premium Member yet, find out more about NAHBM Premium Membership Benefits and join at http://www.nahbm.com/benefits-join/

If you’re already a NAHBM Premium Member, you will find the call in number on your NAHBM Premium Member Events page. If you no longer have this information, please e-mail NAHBM at support@nahbm.com

Can’t make the live call? No worries! All calls are recorded and available to NAHBM Premium Members. Join today and you can listen to this call, plus all past recorded calls! http://www.nahbm.com/benefits-join/

I look forward to “seeing” you on the call!

My Best,

Corporate Fugitive Break Free Call: Creating Power Packed Virtual Events

Mark your calendars for the Corporate Fugitive Break Free! Call July 16

Sherri Garrity, President and Founder of The Corporate Fugitive Network has arranged a FREE call with Special Guest Gina Bell of Networking Masters and JV Mavens
Topic: Creating Power Packed Virtual Events
Thursday, July 16 10am PST – 11 am PST

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Using your phone and the internet is one of the quickest and most effective ways to attract new prospects (even if you don’t have a list yet), become someone that people seek out in your niche and make money while you’re doing it.

There are literally endless ways you can use this approach – and that’s why it’s such a good topic for both new business owners and those who perhaps have been in business for a while and want to add new elements or change direction.

I was a guest expert for the Entrepreneurs Unplugged Telesummit Sherri produced with Marcia Hoeck earlier this year and having coordinated several of my own successful events, we’re going to talk about how to use this format to stand out – and even to launch a business!

Sherri will share her own story of she was able to attract high profile speakers like Michael Gerber, Michael Port and others (check out Entrepreneurs Unplugged if you’re curious – this was a course in entrepreneurism itself!) coming out of ‘Virtually Nowhere’…

Don’t miss this call!  http://thecorporatefugitive.com/site/five-keys-programs/break-free-call-july-16

*Register now, and even if you can’t attend live, you’ll receive the recording.

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