373: Why is Networking and Business Community Essential for Your Success? with Chandice Probst

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In episode 373, Megan chats to Chandice Probst about the importance of networking to grow your business and how your business community can help you succeed.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Chandice Probst is the business partner and sponsor director of Tastemaker Conference, which is the premier food blogger conference and community for food content creators. It is a place where food bloggers and content creators make</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">contact</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">with incredible brands and foodies. Based on Chandice’s experience of Tastemaker Conference, and making lifelong connections in a community of like-minded creatives, in this episode, you’ll find out more about every aspect of networking. This includes everything from reaching out to someone on Instagram to networking with competition and making the most of an in-person event.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">- What is the best networking method?</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">- In-person and virtual conferences are worthwhile investments.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">- Find the right conference for you.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">- Why do food bloggers need community?</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">- What are the best ways to connect outside of conferences?</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">- Do not focus on isolating yourself from competition.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">- Focus on building a support group, even within your niche.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">- Overcome fear of reaching out to somebody and asking for help.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">- What happens at Tastemaker Conference and why can it make a difference to your business?</span></p>