Welcome back to The Buffalo Sessions! In today's episode, Jamie Stewart dives into the world of social selling on LinkedIn with special guest Dean Seddon, founder of the marketing agency Maverick.

Dean, an expert in social selling and a wealth of experience, shares his structured approach to social media marketing, emphasising the importance of relationship-building over merely amassing content and connections.

They also cover on practical tools and strategies, like color-coding your connection list and engaging through consistent touchpoints, to nurture leads without falling into the trap of instant gratification.

We’ll explore Dean’s hands-on training sessions, the transformative power of in-person workshops, and the mistakes to avoid on LinkedIn.

Plus, hear exciting case studies of entrepreneurs who struck gold using social media strategies. It’s a conversation rich with actionable insights, perfect for anyone looking to refine their online networking game.

Connect with Dean here

And on his website here

In this episode I share some top tips to help you improve your networking results.

1. Listen More Than Talk Focus on understanding others first, not just promoting yourself.

2. Strategic Networking Importance Prioritise long-term relationships over immediate gains.

3. Identify Key Connections List ten influential contacts for potential introductions.

4. Be the Go-Giver Assist your network to encourage reciprocal actions.

5. Referral Habit Building Develop consistent habits to give and receive referrals.

6. Understand Referral Symptoms Identify the problems your ideal clients face.

7. Effective LinkedIn Search Maximise LinkedIn to find potential connections.

8. Regular Follow-Ups Consistently check in and maintain relationships.

9. Make Introductions Easily Facilitate connections within your network frequently.

10. Reciprocity Principle Helping others inspires them to assist you.

In this episode, I sit down with Ruth Ferreira, an incredible coach and mastermind leader, to talk about how she’s built a business that thrives on the power of connection.

Ruth shares her journey, the lessons she’s learned, and how networking has been a game-changer in growing her coaching and mastermind business.

If you’re looking for practical insights and a fresh perspective on making meaningful connections, this is one not to miss.

✨ What You’ll Take Away from This Episode:

• Why networking is the backbone of a successful coaching business.
• How Ruth creates mastermind groups that drive value and build trust.
• The challenges she’s faced and how she’s turned them into opportunities.
• Ruth’s straight-talking advice for making the right connections that help your business grow.

📈Why This Matters:
Business is built on relationships, and Ruth’s story shows what happens when you prioritise connection. This episode is all about real-world insights that you can apply to your own journey.

Connect with Ruth on LinkedIn here

And find out more about here business here https://www.successcoaching.biz/

If you're interested in leveraging public speaking to grow your business Elliot Kay shares some key insights into growing your speaker experience and we talk about opportunities and networking for speakers.

How can you leverage referrals to win more speaking opportunities.

Connect with Elliot on LinkedIn here

Email elliot@elliotkay.com

Find out more about his business here https://www.speakerexpress.co.uk/

Find out about our Dubai event here

https://circlenetworks.co.uk

In this episode, we have the incredible Raj Adgopul, whose journey is a true testament to the spirit of ‘Being More Buffalo.’

From growing up in the slums of Mumbai to building a thriving diamond trading business in the UK, Raj’s story is filled with challenges and perseverance. He shares the pivotal moments that shaped his success and the lessons he’s learned along the way.

In this episode, we explore:

• Turning obstacles into opportunities: How Raj’s early life in Mumbai shaped his mindset and hunger for success.

• Lessons in resilience: Raj’s advice for entrepreneurs on staying focused, pushing through adversity, and taking calculated risks.
• Buffalo moments: How Raj embraced the ‘run into the storm’ mindset throughout his journey, and how this philosophy continues to guide him today.

Key quotes from the episode:

• “Your start doesn’t define your finish. It’s the choices you make along the way.”
• “The only way to conquer fear is to run toward it. That’s what being more buffalo is all about.”

Resources & Links:

• Connect with Raj Adgopul on LinkedIn

Lynn Howard is a coach, author, explorer and co-founder of a community called The Pursuit Of Badasserie.

Lynn taught me a lot about networking near the start of my journey and is a constant source of inspiration to me.

In this episode you'll find out how to get out of a slump and get more done while building your global network.

Links:

Connect with Lynn Howard on LinkedIn

The Pursuit of Badasserie

Connect with Jamie on Linkedin

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In this episode, Jamie speaks to Lara Tabet, entrepreneur, TV host, philanthropist and brand ambassador and without doubt the most connect woman in Dubai.

Connect with Lara on LinkedIn here

In this episode, Jamie Stewart talks with Rob Hosking, a former police officer who overcame severe mental health struggles with the help of his dog, Louis.

From his days as a police officer, dealing with the darkest moments, to becoming an international motivational speaker, Rob's journey is one of resilience, transformation, and finding purpose.

This episode is a powerful reminder of the importance of mental health and the impact of a simple act of kindness.

🔑 Key Moments:

- [00:43] Rob’s life-changing encounter with his dog, Louis.

- [03:08] The challenges and trauma faced as a police officer.

- [07:03] Rob’s decision to move abroad and change careers.

- [12:28] Strategies for managing stress and building resilience.

- [20:48] How to connect with Rob Hosking.

🙌 Thanks for listening!

This episode of The Buffalo Sessions was hosted by Jamie Stewart, founder of Circle Networks, and post-produced by the team at VideoForce.pro.

If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and share it with someone who might benefit from Rob’s story.

🤝 Episode's Links:

- Connect with Rob Hosking on LinkedIn

- Follow Rob on Instagram

- Visit Rob Hosking’s Website

- Follow Jamie on LinkedIn

- ⁠Try Circle Networks for Free⁠

💬 Notable Quotes:

- "Louis not only saved my life, but he gave me a reason to keep on going."

- "Vulnerability breeds vulnerability. It’s not a weakness."

- "Risk is an important word, and it has to be in everybody’s lives."