Finding the right collaboration partner can feel a lot like dating. You want someone who shares your values, shows up for you, and actually puts in the same effort. But how do you find those people without wasting your time on the wrong ones? In this episode, I’m joined by Sara Alepin, Devin Brinkley, Kristen Robinson, and LaKisha Mosley for a candid conversation about the good, the bad, and the downright frustrating side of collaborating with other creators. We’re sharing our worst collaboration experiences, the red flags we wish we’d spotted sooner, and the unexpected friendships that turned into some of our most successful business partnerships. From warm introductions and networking events to summit disasters and business besties who send referrals your way, we’re talking about how to find collaboration partners who actually support your growth, even if you’re an introvert or just getting started.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• How to find potential collaboration partners through warm introductions, networking events, masterminds, online communities, and even replying to someone's email newsletter
• Why shared values, aligned goals, and mutual support matter more than audience size when choosing the right collaboration partner
• The red flags to watch for in online summits, bundles, and joint venture partnerships, including changing promotional requirements, poor organisation, and one-sided expectations
• Why keeping your collaboration agreements, tracking links, and promotional results can help you protect your time and understand whether a partnership actually delivered
• How to turn casual connections into long-term business friendships that lead to referrals, speaking opportunities, email list growth, and sales
• Why your best collaboration partners don't have to be in the same niche as you, and how partnerships can evolve as your business grows
• How to overcome the fear of networking, pitching, and hearing no so you can keep putting yourself out there and finding the right people

If you take away anything from this conversation, it’s that finding the perfect collaboration partner isn’t about connecting with the biggest creators or saying yes to every opportunity. It’s about building genuine relationships with people who share your values, respect your boundaries, and want to see you succeed. Sometimes those connections start with a simple introduction, a reply to an email, or showing up at an event. And if you’ve had a bad collaboration experience, don’t let it stop you from finding the people who will actually help you grow. Before you go, please give this episode a like and review. If you’re ready to start connecting with potential collaboration partners, be sure to grab your copy of my free Collab Scripts. I’ll see you next week!

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Sara Alepin
Devin Brinkley
Kristen Robinson
LaKisha Mosley

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