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The Link Up Lounge: Strategic Networking for Small Business

The Link Up Lounge: Strategic Networking for Small Business

Di: Tiffany Mason and Donna Rueppell
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THIS is The Link Up Lounge — your lounge for turning one link into endless opportunities. Your hosts, Tiffany and Donna, bring over 30 years of combined networking experience to every conversation. Here, we believe success isn’t just about what you know — it’s about who you link up with. Each week, we’ll share real-world strategies and powerful insights to help you network smarter, build lasting relationships, and create the kind of visibility that drives real business growth. Because the truth is — networking isn’t optional. It’s critical to your success.

And don’t miss our Networking Mode ON segment at the end of each episode — packed with quick, actionable tips you can use immediately to start building your next big opportunity. If you’re ready to make networking your business’s greatest asset — you’re in the right place. Networking mode ON!

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Episodi
  • 32 - Networking Outside Your Industry — Why and How to Expand Your Circle

    32 - Networking Outside Your Industry — Why and How to Expand Your Circle
    Feb 17 2026

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    What if your next big opportunity isn’t in your industry at all? In this episode, Tiffany and Donna share why stepping outside your usual circles can lead to unexpected referrals, collaborations, and momentum. From surprising client connections to conversations that started with curiosity instead of a pitch, this episode is a reminder that networking works best when it’s relational, not transactional. If you’ve been staying comfortable in your lane, this might be your sign to widen your reach.

    Learn How to Build More Links:

    • Why networking outside your industry can unlock new opportunities
    • How to start conversations without triggering “sales mode”
    • The power of curiosity and open-ended questions
    • Why listening creates stronger connections than pitching

    Connect with your hosts:

    On IG: @the_LinkUpLounge

    Email the Link Up Lounge: info@thelinkuplounge.com

    Tiffany Mason on IG @VirtuallyYouPods

    Donna Rueppell on IG @Rueppell_1KeyAtaTime

    Come Network with us: WWW.BondandBeyondNetwork.com

    (locally in St. John's Co. FL)
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    22 min
  • 31 - Sweeten Your Network — Lighthearted Ways to Show Appreciation This Valentine’s Day

    31 - Sweeten Your Network — Lighthearted Ways to Show Appreciation This Valentine’s Day
    Feb 10 2026

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    Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to sprinkle a little sweetness into your networking strategy. In this heart-filled episode, Tiffany and Donna share creative, thoughtful ways to use this holiday to stay connected to your contacts—and remind them they’re the peanut butter to your jelly.

    Networking is relational, not transactional, and what better time than now to show appreciation? We’re sharing simple ideas to say “I heart working with you,” including:

    • Cute and casual email or DM prompts to say “you’re appreciated”
    • Social media post ideas that give a sweet shoutout to your favorite collaborators
    • Easy, low-cost gestures to make someone’s day

    You’ll walk away with ways to turn this holiday into a reason to reconnect, be remembered, and build stronger bonds—with zero awkward vibes and plenty of charm.

    Connect with your hosts:

    On IG: @the_LinkUpLounge

    Email the Link Up Lounge: info@thelinkuplounge.com

    Tiffany Mason on IG @VirtuallyYouPods

    Donna Rueppell on IG @Rueppell_1KeyAtaTime

    Come Network with us: WWW.BondandBeyondNetwork.com

    (locally in St. John's Co. FL)
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    19 min
  • 30 - Networking Resolutions That Actually Work

    30 - Networking Resolutions That Actually Work
    Feb 3 2026

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    Setting “network more” as a New Year’s goal? It’s not enough. In this episode of The Link Up Lounge, Donna and Tiffany break down how to turn vague networking wishes into clear, achievable actions.

    They explore why most resolutions fail (hint: they’re too big or too vague) and how to focus instead on what you can control. From choosing one consistent habit, to tracking your connections and evaluating what really brings in business — they’ve got the mindset and strategies to help you succeed this year.

    You’ll also hear how Donna evaluates where her clients actually come from (spoiler: not social media), and how Tiffany uses fun as a tracking tool in her planner.

    What You’ll Learn:

    • The three types of networking resolutions that actually work
    • Why activity-based goals are more powerful than outcome-based ones
    • How to track progress and recognize what’s really working
    • A mindset shift around what “results” look like in relationship-based marketing

    Connect with your hosts:

    On IG: @the_LinkUpLounge

    Email the Link Up Lounge: info@thelinkuplounge.com

    Tiffany Mason on IG @VirtuallyYouPods

    Donna Rueppell on IG @Rueppell_1KeyAtaTime

    Come Network with us: WWW.BondandBeyondNetwork.com

    (locally in St. John's Co. FL)
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    19 min
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