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12: Slow Down to Speed Up: The Decision Matrix That Protects Your Brand from Bad Partnerships

12: Slow Down to Speed Up: The Decision Matrix That Protects Your Brand from Bad Partnerships

Reactive partnership outreach is killing your conversions and your reputation — here's the decision matrix and systems Marie and Anne-Marie use to fix it. ...more

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June 30, 20263 min read

11: Not Every Room Is Worth Your Time: Marie & Anne-Marie's Proven Method for Picking the Right Networking Events

11: Not Every Room Is Worth Your Time: Marie & Anne-Marie's Proven Method for Picking the Right Networking Events

Not every networking room deserves your time — Marie & Anne-Marie share how to vet events, ask the right questions, and only say yes to rooms that move your business forward. ...more

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June 28, 20263 min read

10: All Partners Are Affiliates — But Not All Affiliates Are Partners

10: All Partners Are Affiliates — But Not All Affiliates Are Partners

Affiliates promote you. Partners grow with you. Learn why tracking is the foundation of every smart partnership program — and how to set yours up right. ...more

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June 23, 20263 min read

9: Show Up Like You Mean It: The Virtual Presence Blueprint for Partnership Calls

9: Show Up Like You Mean It: The Virtual Presence Blueprint for Partnership Calls

Your virtual setup is sending a message before you speak. Learn how to show up on partnership calls with the energy and presence that wins referrals. ...more

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June 09, 20263 min read

8: The Legal Side of Partnerships Most Entrepreneurs Ignore

8: The Legal Side of Partnerships Most Entrepreneurs Ignore

What protects a great partnership? Valerie Del Grosso shares practical legal insights on agreements, expectations, and building collaborations that are clear, sustainable, and built on trust. ...more

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June 02, 20264 min read

7: Why Your Marketing Presence Makes or Breaks Your Partnerships

7: Why Your Marketing Presence Makes or Breaks Your Partnerships

Discover how intentional marketing and strategic partnerships can drive sustainable business growth, build stronger connections, and ensure more consistent visibility without relying on random marketi... ...more

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May 28, 20263 min read

6: How to Exit a Bad Call Gracefully: Setting Boundaries in Partnership Conversations

6: How to Exit a Bad Call Gracefully: Setting Boundaries in Partnership Conversations

How to exit misaligned calls with confidence while protecting your time in business deals. ...more

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May 08, 20261 min read

5: The Secret to Long Term Partnerships Most People Miss: The Debrief Call

5: The Secret to Long Term Partnerships Most People Miss: The Debrief Call

What most people miss in partnerships happens after the deal. In this episode, we break down how debrief calls help you analyze results, strengthen relationships, and turn one-time collaborations into... ...more

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May 01, 20261 min read

4: How Long Do Partnerships Take? The Real Timeline for Launch Success

4: How Long Do Partnerships Take? The Real Timeline for Launch Success

How long does it really take for partnerships to start working? In this episode, we break down realistic timelines, why rushing the process leads to poor results, and how intentional relationship buil... ...more

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April 23, 20261 min read

3: The Referral Ripple Effect: How Partnerships Drive Pre-Vetted Clients & Growth

3: The Referral Ripple Effect: How Partnerships Drive Pre-Vetted Clients & Growth

This episode of Partnerships on Purpose explores a powerful concept that continues to shape how sustainable businesses grow: the referral ripple effect. At its core, partnerships are built on trust, c... ...more

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April 19, 20261 min read

2: From Transactional to Relational: Rethinking Partnerships

2: From Transactional to Relational: Rethinking Partnerships

In this episode, we reframe what partnerships really mean. We explore why most businesses confuse promotions with true partnerships and share strategies for building long-term, strategic relationships... ...more

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April 16, 20261 min read

1: Partnerships on Purpose: What Partnerships Really Mean in Business

1: Partnerships on Purpose: What Partnerships Really Mean in Business

In this debut episode of Partnerships on Purpose, Marie and Anne-Marie share their unique perspectiv ...more

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April 10, 20261 min read

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