Networking is vital to your business success—but are you doing it with intention, or just winging it?
If you’re like most people, you’re in the “wing it and hope for the best” category. The good news? You can upgrade your networking game fast with a few smart systems that make your outreach feel effortless and organized.
Step 1: Outsource the Research
Stop wasting hours Googling potential JV partners, affiliates, or podcast hosts. Instead, hire a virtual assistant (VA) to do it for you.
With a simple list of criteria, your VA can spend just an hour or two identifying 10, 50, or even 100 solid leads for potential collaborations.
🔥 Imagine what a list of 10 new affiliates or JV partners could do for your business reach next quarter.
Step 2: Automate the Initial Outreach
Don’t reinvent the wheel every time. Create a well-crafted script or email template for your VA (or yourself) to use when connecting with potential partners.
Benefits:
- Saves time—you won’t have to “think up” what to say every time.
- Helps you test and improve the message to boost response rates.
Just like split-testing email subject lines, you can refine your approach over time for maximum results.
Step 3: Automate the Follow-Up
Here’s where most people drop the ball: follow-up. It’s the key to turning a connection into a collaboration.
Set up:
- A short email series via your autoresponder
- Or a call script your VA can use
Following up consistently shows professionalism—and increases your chances of actually closing the deal.
Step 4: Use Smart Scheduling Tools
No one enjoys the back-and-forth of booking a meeting. Use tools like Calendly, TimeTrade, or ScheduleOnce to allow partners to book directly into your calendar.
Give your link, they pick a time, and voilà—it’s on your calendar. Just make sure your calendar is updated, so you don’t double-book yourself.
✅ Bonus Tip: Block “no meeting” time for focus work or downtime with family.
Final Thought: Systems Set You Free
Yes, setting up systems takes effort up front. But once these steps are in place, you’ll:
- Save time
- Look more professional
- Close more partnerships
More importantly, you’ll have the freedom to focus on growing your business—or just spend more time doing what you love.
🎯 Want more help getting organized? Check out our Painter’s Business Toolkit for plug-and-play templates and scripts.
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