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Pay attention to what others are saying, ask questions, and show empathy. After meeting someone, follow up with a personalized message. Mention something specific from your conversation to remind them of who you are. Networking is not a one-time activity. Hosted by Georgia keynote speaker Michael A. 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Founder of Q Agency and growth-focused entrepreneur with a background in technology, marketing, and systems. I’ve helped scale service businesses, ecommerce brands, and franchise networks by building repeatable lead generation and growth systems that prioritize clarity, efficiency, and measurable outcomes. Scaled Franchise from 1-80 locations across AU & NZ within 3 years What are 2-3 things you would love to talk about? • How businesses can move from word-of-mouth growth to predictable, scalable lead generation • Mistakes I made early that cost time and money • Practical use of automation and AI to reduce manual work and improve conversion rates What are 2-3 things you would like to gain as a result of being on this podcast? • Share practical, real-world insights that genuinely help founders and operators • Build relationships with like-minded business owners and creators • Increase awareness of Q Agency and our systems-based approach to growth Any website you wish to share with the audience? www.qagency.com.au/ Any social media links you wish to share with the audience? https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-richardson-tech/ https://www.instagram.com/qagency.australia Michael is a business networking expert specializing in enhancing professionals' networking and communication skills to drive profitability. As a leading authority in this field, he is highly sought after for his dynamic presentations and workshops. His extensive experience has consistently led to significant improvements in corporate profitability by empowering individuals and organizations to connect more effectively and efficiently. https://www.michaelaforman.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelforman/ https://www.instagram.com/flybo…","meta_description":"Joshua Richardson josh@qagency.com.au Please share a brief Bio. 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