19. Powerful, Intentional Networking with Jeremy Marcott

About the Guest(s):

Jeremy Marcott wears many hats—he’s the owner and tech guy behind Viable Source, a company specializing in web development, design, search engine optimization, and marketing. Jeremy has been entrenched in the industry since 2016, when he committed full-time to his passion. With a colorful professional background that ranges from painting boats to manufacturing landing gears for aircraft, Jeremy brings a diverse range of experiences to his current role. His focus? Partnering with small businesses to enhance their online presence and make sure they get found.

Episode Summary:

In this insightful conversation with Jeremy Marcott, listeners get a front-row seat to the mind of an individual whose expertise lies in connecting businesses with their online audience. Jeremy details his journey from various beginnings to becoming the marketing maestro and tech aficionado he is today.

The first section of our episode delves into Jeremy’s transition from exploring various job roles to finding his niche in the digital marketing world. Jeremy candidly shares why genuine connection supersedes transactional interactions and how leveraging one’s life experiences can elevate your networking skills. In the latter part of our discussion, Jeremy imparts strategic advice on enhancing networking efforts and the importance of being intentional in every business interaction.

Key Takeaways:

• Authenticity is key in networking—being your genuine self helps in building meaningful connections.
• The power of being intentional: Jeremy emphasizes the impact of planning and intentionality in networking events and client interactions.
• The strategy of stacking one-to-ones at a familiar venue as a means of creating seamless introductions and potential referral opportunities.
• Understanding the importance of quickly and clearly communicating your business’s value proposition to make a lasting impression.
• Cyberstalking, in a business context—researching potential connections ahead of a one-on-one can tailor conversations for deeper engagement.

Notable Quotes:

• “Everybody’s been to a coffee shop and it always kind of feels the same… But if the conversation sucks, you golf a lot.”
• “Do you wake up in the morning and want to go to work to do the thing?”
• “But if you put that pressure on yourself and start freaking out about the possibility of meeting somebody who’s going to be the mayor or a councilman… you’re never going to put your best self forward.”
• “Find something that separates you from other people.”
• “Everything you do in business, in marketing and everything like that, needs to be intentional at first until it becomes second nature.”

Resources:

• Connect with Jeremy for networking or learning more about his services at connectwithjeremy.com.

Engage with this episode to discover how embracing your unique story and strategically nurturing relationships can enhance your networking game. Jeremy’s approach is not only refreshing but also packed with actionable insights. Keep an ear out for our future episodes for more enlightening exchanges like this one.

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