What do real people say about networking?
30 people recorded interviews about networking across 9 organisations. 5 of them mentioned more clients, leads or patients in their own words. Every figure below is a count of what people said in their recorded interview — not a clinical trial or a survey.
First-hand accounts from people who talked about networking in their recorded interview.
What people said changed
Counts of interviews where the person described this in their own words.
- More clients5 of 30 mentioned it
“If I can connect with the right people, then that could lead to more opportunities, more collaboration, ultimately more leads and more sales.”Jamey Schrier
- Revenue growth4 of 30 mentioned it
“If I can connect with the right people, then that could lead to more opportunities, more collaboration, ultimately more leads and more sales.”Jamey Schrier
- Better systems3 of 30 mentioned it
“And then the structure creates these really unique opportunities to connect and everyone is present and on the same page in the same moment. a moment that helped me realize that it was really different.”Alex Snider
- Mobility3 of 30 mentioned it
“And the flexibility with Heather and scheduling everything has been a miraculous thing that honestly, should be charged more for.”Allen Plemmons
- Family & relationships2 of 30 mentioned it
“I'm able to help and generate income directly through Kevin's ability to make quality high relationship introductions.”Jamey Schrier
- Felt supported2 of 30 mentioned it
“It's a lonely business, but to share and realize that there's other people who have some of the same challenges and struggles as you do, and to be able to share and support one another. and then look for the opportuni…”Jamey Schrier
- More energy1 of 30 mentioned it
“I've used a lot of vendors for activities in the past for team building and camaraderie, but there's no better firm out there in terms of how strong the facilitators are at creating an energy and an excitement in the…”Anthony Vaccarino
- Team & hiring1 of 30 mentioned it
“I've used a lot of vendors for activities in the past for team building and camaraderie, but there's no better firm out there in terms of how strong the facilitators are at creating an energy and an excitement in the…”Anthony Vaccarino
Stories in this topic
Showing 12 of 30 interviews.
WatchEmerging Wellness Coach Gains Professional Mentorship and Industry Connections Through Healthspan CollectiveJenna Shapiro recommends Healthspan Collective for its high-caliber networking and professional growth opportunities. As an emerging wellness coach, Shapiro gained direct access to industry pioneers and mentors at the Stronger in 2026 event. She reports the e…Jenna Shapiro · Healthspan Collective
WatchSeamless Mortgage Closing and Expert Agent Networking Leads to Faster SalesMaria Zimmerman-Culp, a real estate agent at REMAXONE, credits Chris Swartz and the First Choice Mortgage Team at CrossCountry Mortgage for a seamless home buying experience. Swartz facilitated a fast closing in a competitive multiple-offer situation and prov…Maria Zimmerman-Culp · First Choice Mortgage Team @ Cross Country Mortgage
WatchStrategic Growth Architect Gains Global Network and Mexico City Leadership RoleAlex Snider of Leaders Who Build credits Speakeasy Mastermind with providing a high-caliber, vetted global network of ambitious entrepreneurs. Beyond daily communication with new trusted peers, Snider achieved a significant strategic win by stepping into the…Alex Snider · Speakeasy Mastermind
WatchExecutive Coach Generates $100,000 in Revenue Through Quality Joint Venture IntroductionsDr. Jamey Schrier, an executive coach, credits Maximum Response Marketing for facilitating high-quality introductions that resulted in three paying clients and between $80,000 and $100,000 in new revenue. By leveraging Kevin Thompson’s ILC network, Schrier mo…Jamey Schrier · Maximum Response Marketing
WatchPGIM Boosts Analyst Retention and Networking Through High-Energy Team Building EventsAnthony Vaccarino of PGIM (Prudential Financial) credits TeamBonding with improving analyst retention and fostering new friendships across departments. By utilizing high-energy facilitators for sessions like Ice Sculpting and Corporate Family Feud, PGIM achie…Anthony Vaccarino · TeamBonding
WatchPersonal Chef Saves 20 Hours Weekly Through Focused Workspace and Community NetworkingAllen Plemmons, owner of Personal Chef Collective, reports that using The CO-OP at Shoal Creek saves him approximately 20 hours per week. By moving office work from his home to the coworking space, he eliminated domestic distractions, allowing him to efficien…Allen Plemmons · The CO-OP
WatchCollege Student Builds Professional Sales Career and Networking Skills at Vector MarketingEmily, a representative for Vector Marketing, transitioned from a high school graduate to a professional sales leader over four and a half years. She leveraged the company's flexible scheduling to graduate college while building a quality professional network…Emily · Vector Marketing
WatchCollaborating with Heart-Centered Practitioners to Drive a Global Health Paradigm ShiftDeb Yager, reviewing Energy4Life, describes the Zynergy collaboration as a blueprint for a paradigm shift in humanity. She highlights the concrete result of connecting with a community of like-minded health practitioners and entrepreneurs who are willing to c…Deb Yager · Energy4Life
WatchGreg Platz Leverages Mindshare Network and AI Tools to Scale Bio One SciencesGreg Platz of Bio One Sciences reports that Mindshare provided the network and leverage necessary to grow his business and increase product awareness among health influencers. By implementing new AI tools introduced at the event, Platz expects a profound impa…Greg Platz · Mindshare
WatchOvercoming Mastermind Fatigue Through Deep Friendships and Strategic Personal Branding ClarityDr. Betsy Greenleaf found Speakeasy Mastermind to be a resource-rich environment that solved her 'mastermind fatigue.' By attending the New Jersey chapter, she gained immediate clarity on personal branding from fellow member Mike Kim, leading to significant b…Betsy Greenleaf · Speakeasy Mastermind
WatchDr. Jordanna Quinn Finds Professional Uplift and New Patient Care PerspectivesDr. Jordanna Quinn, a physician at Energy4Life's event, reports that the experience provides a vital sense of community for practitioners who often feel isolated. By surrounding herself with vision-aligned professionals, she gained a 'different way of being'…Dr. Jordanna Quinn · Energy4Life
WatchMindshare Mastermind Provides Clear Strategic Direction and High-Caliber Strategic Business PartnershipsAshok Gupta, founder of The Gupta Program, credits Mindshare with transforming his business from reactive to strategically directed. Through the Mastermind, he gained high-caliber industry contacts that acted as an 'engine' for growth, alongside a peer commun…Ashok Gupta · Mindshare
What people were sceptical about first
- “We did a price reduction and we got it sold.”Maria Zimmerman-Culp
- “Anthony Vaccarino cross-compared TeamBonding with approximately five other vendors and found their costs to be very reasonable and fair, especially considering the intricate detail and high energy of the events.”Anthony Vaccarino
- “If there is a position that they're in that gains success for anybody in their community, they're going to do it without hesitation.”Allen Plemmons
Frequently asked
- Is Healthspan Collective suitable for new business owners?
- Yes. Jenna Shapiro noted that even as an emerging coach and new business owner, she felt it was the perfect environment to grow personally and professionally alongside established leaders. — Jenna Shapiro
- What kind of people attend Healthspan Collective events?
- Jenna Shapiro describes the attendees as a high-caliber mix of intelligent, genuine, and successful people, including pioneers in lifestyle medicine and the longevity industry. — Jenna Shapiro
- Are the speakers at Healthspan Collective accessible?
- According to Jenna Shapiro, the speakers are incredibly passionate and willing to answer questions directly, providing a unique opportunity for curiosity-driven learning. — Jenna Shapiro
- How does Chris Swartz help agents sell difficult listings?
- Chris organizes networking sessions where 15 to 20 agents provide feedback on price and condition. Maria Zimmerman-Culp used this feedback to convince a seller to implement a price reduction, which successfully got a stalled duplex listing sold. — Maria Zimmerman-Culp
- Can CrossCountry Mortgage handle competitive multiple-offer situations?
- Yes, Maria Zimmerman-Culp reported that Chris Swartz's team managed a highly competitive deal with a tight Friday-to-Monday offer window. They closed the deal fast and the clients described it as the easiest of their four career transactions. — Maria Zimmerman-Culp
- Is the mortgage process at First Choice Mortgage Team efficient?
- According to Maria Zimmerman-Culp, the experience was 'seamless' and 'the easiest one' her clients had ever done. She noted that Chris and his staff made the entire process smooth for her buyers. — Maria Zimmerman-Culp