I’m asking because I’ve noticed how often a single connection can unlock opportunities we didn’t even know existed. And somewhere in this community… that person might be only one degree away. Drop the name, the industry, or even just the “type” of person. Let’s see if we can connect some dots for each other.

Let’s see if we can partner anyone up to do a skills swap. Tell us: What you’re GREAT at What you need help with What you’re open to exchanging There is so much gold in this community. Let’s see if we can trade brilliance.

Most days start the same way. Flat on my back, waiting. Not because I’m lazy, not because I want to, but because I have to. The first few hours of my morning are usually spent just… surviving. Letting the worst edge of the pain fade enough to move. Once I can, it’s off to the bathroom — heating up my hands, taking my meds, and trying to coax my body into “go mode.” Then it’s breakfast and coffee (both essential). By the time I’m ready to actually start my day, it’s often already noon. That’s when I have to decide: 👉 Is this a day I can move and do some farm or house chores? 👉 Or is it a sitting/laying down kind of day - focusing on IT work to pay bills, or building my music and education business through the smallest doable tasks? Every day looks different, but the goal is always the same - lay another brick. Add some value. Move things forward, even if it’s just an inch. By dinnertime, I’m usually spent. The rest of the evening I spend next to my wife, talking, working lightly on my laptop, or just being present. It’s also why you don’t see a lot of video content from me. Sitting, standing, or moving too long comes at a cost.. but writing? Writing I can do. Writing is how I show up, even when my body says no. Some days I get frustrated. The pain, the fatigue, the feeling of falling behind… it can be heavy. But I keep reminding myself: > Progress doesn’t need to be fast to be meaningful. Even if it’s slow, it still counts. Even if it hurts, it still matters. I’m building something that fits my body, not fighting against it. And I truly believe it’s possible to create a flexible, fulfilling business that adapts to you - not the other way around. If you’re out there trying to build through pain, limitation, or burnout.. I see you. Keep laying those bricks. One at a time. It’s all adding up. Being able to show up, is a win 💪

I was chatting with @Terriane Palmer-Peacock a while ago as she was explaining how many more touch points are required these days, (she’s way better at digging into stats than me 😄), and it got me thinking… 👉 How many touch points does it take before someone actually reaches out to you? 👉 And then, how many more before they buy or refer you to a friend? In the world of networking, we’re constantly building relationships, but with people becoming more cautious, are we seeing that it now takes more touch points than before? I’d love to hear from everyone: How many touch points do you see before someone connects or buys? What types of touch points work best for you (DMs, posts, events, casual chats, follow-ups, etc.)? Let’s swap notes and learn from the experts here — what’s working in your world right now?

I was just listening to one of @Vasi Smith videos in her community where she talks about the importance of knowing your why. I've always been a great believer in having a strong WHY in your business. On the good days, business feels exciting and full of possibilities. But on the tough days, it’s your why that keeps you going. So I’m curious — what’s your why in business? What’s that reason, vision, or feeling that pulls you forward when things get hard? I’d love to hear what keeps you motivated. 💬