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6 Smart, Secret Networking Strategies That Actually Work at In Person Events & Conferences

How to build real relationships at events—and turn brief conversations into long-term connections In-person networking has a reputation problem. For a lot of business owners, the word “networking” immediately brings up images of forced small talk, awkward introductions, and leaving an event with a stack of business cards you’ll never look at again. Even confident […]

Get in the Room Girlfriend, Just Not at the Cost of Your Reputation or Your Safety: A Real Conversation About Integrity, ROI, and Responsibility for both Event Hosts and Attendees

By Taylor Smith, Founder of The Power Table, with special guest Steph Rubio, Power Table LIVE 2026 Speaker Including excerpts, advice, & input from additional contributors: Everyone’s attending events.  Everyone’s also hosting them. Is that causing problems for attendees? There’s a reason in-person events are having a resurgence in the women’s entrepreneurship space. After years […]

10 Micro Ways to Build High Impact Relationships in Your Business

Small actions you can take to create real trust that leads to long-term relationships with clients, referral partners, mentors, friends, and everyone else you need in your circle. If there’s one thing I’ve learned after years of building businesses, hosting events, running communities, and watching what actually moves the needle—it’s this: Relationships grow businesses faster […]

Awards Are Not an Ego Play — They’re a Visibility Strategy

If awards feel uncomfortable, self-promotional, or “cringey,” you’re not alone. Many women—particularly solopreneurs and service-based founders—have been conditioned to believe recognition is something you wait for, not something you pursue. But here’s the reality: in today’s business landscape, awards are not about ego. They are a visibility strategy. A credibility signal. A way to close […]

Earned Media, Credibility, and Why PR Belongs in Your Visibility Strategy for 2026

A beginner-friendly guide for the female solopreneur who’s never done PR before If you’ve ever thought PR was only for celebrities, venture-backed startups, or entrepreneurs with the budget to spend thousands of dollars every month on a publicist—this post is for you. Because in 2026, visibility without credibility is the fastest way to burn out. […]

Real-Life Connections Are the Fastest Way to Increase Your Visibility in 2026

The time we spent entirely alone in our homes running our businesses, hair in a bun, red light mask on, feet on the walking pad?  Yeah, we’re done with that (kind of). It’s time for the cute outfits, nails done, and the IRL conversations and events that change everything.  For years, we were told visibility […]

How To Prepare for an Event as a First-Time Attendee

by Jaci Schreckengost | Writer & Marketer, Schreckengost Creative Walking into your first business event can feel equal parts exciting and overwhelming.  Will you meet the right people? Will you know what to say? Will you walk away with connections that actually matter? With the right preparation, events can be one of the most powerful […]

How to Convert a Room: Turning Conversations Into Real Opportunities

Every event is an opportunity — for clients, collaborations, and cheerleaders.  Yet most entrepreneurs walk into a room hoping to meet “someone,” without knowing what to say after hello.  The result?  Random conversations, forgotten business cards, and missed chances for meaningful connections. The key is to stop trying to “work the room” and instead learn […]

How to Build an Iconic Personal Brand That Gets You Seen & Paid

An iconic personal brand is more than marketing or flashy branding photos — it’s the foundation for visibility, credibility, and long-term business growth. It’s what allows entrepreneurs to attract aligned clients, secure opportunities, and build communities that extend far beyond social media. The process of building a personal brand doesn’t start with aesthetics or content […]