Episode 93: Networking In The Time of COVID
In this episode of Small Business Connections, Ann talks about networking during COVID with Sarit Arbell, ExecutiveDirector of BNI Central Maryland.
When COVID hit BNI bought 10,000 Zoom links to transition from in-person networking to virtual networking. Ann and Sarit discuss choosing the right networking group for you. Be strategic, visit several and find the best fit. Some benefits of joining a networking chapter include: building relationships, giving and receiving referrals and helping other local businesses grow.
Sarit Arbell is an entrepreneur who is passionate about helping people grow professionally, personally and financially. These growth opportunities and the ability to help others grow are what attracted Sarit to BNI. Combining her knowledge and interest in people's financial and personal growth, together with her passion for her community, Sarit enjoys visiting BNI chapters and supporting members' growth.
Leadership, wealth and social responsibility are Sarit's main goals. Sarit has invested a lot of time growing personally and believes in promoting others to believe in themselves. Her motto in business and in life is Win-Win. Sarit believes empowering others will help to improve our world.
Mentioned in this episode:
Choose to Lead, Sarit's Podcast
Lead to Win, Michael Hyatt's Podcast
Rich Dad Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not! by Robert T. Kiyosaki
Givers Gain: The BNI Story Ph.D Ivan R. Misner
The Success Principles: How to Get from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be by Jack Canfield
Thank you to the Warrior Music Foundation for sponsoring this episode.
The Warrior Music Foundation offers free music therapy and music lessons to our active duty military, veterans and their families by providing a venue for learning, healing and camaraderie through music. The Foundation's goal is to improve mental health in the military community one person at a time. Please take a minute and visit their website, Facebook or Instagram to see the amazing work they do for our military and veterans.