We’ve all been there, questioning whether someone wants to be our friend to get the perks of our expertise for free instead of coming through the client or customer entrance into our world. Today’s episode is focused on the complexities of entrepreneurial relationships and the challenges we face when connecting with peers and colleagues. Rethinking your relationships with a mindset of non-transactional focused reciprocity is important to navigating professional connections along your business and, quite frankly, your life journey.

Time Stamps:

00:00 Creating professional connections in business.

05:08 How to recognize red flags in business relationships and set boundaries to avoid feeling used.

08:54 Guidance for navigating business challenges with care.

10:45 Promoting reciprocity and collaboration in business relationships.

16:32 Balance with give-and-take in relationships and friendships.

17:32 Being honest with your business's fiscal and personal financial responsibilities.

21:05 Embrace laziness and trust your inner brilliance.

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-With love- Naketa Ren Thigpen, Balance (and) Relationship Advisor ♾️💜💋