Tag: founder networking
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City of Chicago Small Business Expo: Your 2026 Playbook
You're probably staring at the event page for the City of Chicago Small Business Expo and thinking the same thing most founders think. “Is this actually useful, or am I about to spend half a day collecting brochures I'll never read?” Fair question. Most expo advice is garbage because it treats every event like a…
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A Founder’s Guide to Soho House in Chicago
First, let's get one thing clear: Soho House Chicago is not your grandfather’s stuffy country club. Forget golf polos and quiet, wood-paneled rooms. I think of it more like crashing at the massive, perfectly curated loft of your most creative and successful friend—you know, the one who seems to know everyone. What Is Soho House…
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Mastering Networking for Businesses: Build Real Connections & Drive Growth
Let's be real. The word "networking" probably makes you cringe. You're picturing a stale conference room, a pocketful of business cards you'll never look at, and the awkward dance of forced small talk. If that’s your first thought, you’re not alone. I get it. The problem isn't you—it's the old, broken model. It's all about…
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Grow Your Network: My Go-To Strategies of Business Networking for Real Partnerships
Let’s be honest. Most "business networking" feels fake. You walk into a room, swap a hundred flimsy business cards, and leave feeling more drained than connected. You’ve been told to "work the room," but what if the room itself is the problem? I believe there’s a better way. It’s not about collecting contacts; it's about…
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Your 2026 Guide to the Top 7 Technology Events in Chicago
I get it. Chicago's tech scene is buzzing, but finding the right event can feel like you're hunting for a needle in a haystack. You've probably been to those generic mixers, collected a stack of business cards, and walked away with zero real connections. It’s frustrating. As a founder myself, I know your time is…
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