Networking Unplugged with Melissa Snow

In this episode of Business as UNusual, host Aicila welcomes Melissa Snow, founder of the Powerful Women Rising Community and business relationship strategist, to discuss authentic networking for women entrepreneurs. Melissa shares how her journey as a coach led her to empower women to grow their businesses through genuine connections rather than outdated, transactional networking models. Listen for innovative frameworks, actionable advice for introverts and neurodivergent entrepreneurs, and Melissa’s unique take on building business communities that foster real growth. Topics discussed in this episode:Rethinking networking: Genuine connections vs. sales-first mindsetsFrameworks for finding the networking style that fits YOUHow Powerful Women Rising is changing the game for businesswomenOvercoming the “salesy weirdo” trap with authenticityLessons in self-trust and doing business your own wayThe value of community, mentorship, and collective problem-solvingThe impact of structured vs. unstructured networking formatsMelissa’s virtual speed networking events as a business growth catalyst Resources mentioned in this episode:Powerful Women Rising website – info about Melissa’s community, podcast, and eventsVirtual Speed Networking Event – open to all women entrepreneurs, first Tuesday of every month 🎧 Like what you heard? Subscribe to Business as UNusual for more disruptive conversations with leaders who do business differently! 🤝 Challenge yourself! Try a new networking format that honors your authentic style—what if your best connection is waiting just outside your comfort zone? Episode transcript: The full transcript of this conversation is available at https://www.bicurean.com/bautranscripts3 Transcripts and notes generated with Descript and Castmagic and then edited by human eyes and hands. Lightly edited and produced by BiCurean Consulting, BiCurean.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.