Ever wonder why those "networking opportunities" at events often feel more awkward than authentic? In this enlightening conversation with professional friend-maker Baily Hancock, we uncover why traditional event networking falls short—and how to transform those moments into genuine connections that last.

You'll discover:

• Why the standard "cocktail hour networking" model fails most participants (especially introverts and neurodivergent attendees)

• How to create "containers of connection" that make relationship-building natural and comfortable

• The power of "seeking the overlap" and why it's the secret sauce to meaningful connections

• Practical strategies to empower natural connectors at your events

• A revolutionary approach to pre-event and post-event engagement that actually works

Baily shares her fascinating framework of "circles of connection" and reveals why most events are missing crucial opportunities to facilitate authentic relationships. Whether you're an event organizer or participant, you'll gain actionable insights to transform networking from an awkward obligation into an enriching experience.

Don't miss Baily's brilliant suggestion for why we should stop using the term "attendees" and what to say instead. It's a small shift that creates a big mindset change.

This conversation is packed with "aha moments" that will forever change how you think about event networking. Plus, we end with an improvisational musical interpretation of the key themes that you won't want to miss!

Listen in and discover how to create the kind of meaningful connections that make events truly unforgettable.

In this episode, professional friend-maker, Baily and I discuss how her limiting beliefs of herself kept her from living authentically until recently. We discuss multiple realizations, self-acceptance, and a desire to continue growing... while uncovering how uncanny our similarities are.

In this episode of the Branding Your Business podcast, host Praise Santos McKenna welcomes Baily Hancock, a connection strategist, keynote speaker, and host of the Seeking the Overlap podcast.

They dive into the power of community, connection, and collaboration in business and life. Baily shares her actionable ABC framework for networking—Ask, Be clear, and showcase Credibility—and discusses how intentionality and trust can transform relationships. They also explore what it means to "curate your community" and why pruning your network is just as important as growing it. Tune in for practical tips on building authentic connections that align with your values.

If you struggle with making or deepening work relationships or friendships, Baily Hancock is your girl. A Connection Strategist, Keynote Speaker, and Host of “Seeking the Overlap” podcast, she teaches people how to build, nurture, and leverage relationships. 

Known as the “Professional Friend-Maker” on LinkedIn, in this episode Baily quickly touches on the 3 C’s of connecting, how to reach out to decision-makers at target companies, how to slide into someone’s DM’s without annoying them, and how to build a community. Listen to this fun and informative podcast for value-added tips.

Join author Misha Bleymaier-Farrish for real conversations with people and organizations that embody get sh*t done and are living out the attributes on a daily basis. In her book, The GSD Factor, it covers six attributes that consist of the GSD Factor life: Be Confident, Be Inquisitive, Be Imaginative, Be Present, Be Resilient, and Be Influential.

Ever wondered how to put a price tag on your passion? Discover the art of validating your services, the do's and don'ts of self-promotion, and why trusting your gut might just be your secret weapon 🚀

In this episode, Connection Strategist Baily Hancock shares what she finds the most challenging about freelancing:

👉 Knowing what to offer and what to price that offer.

👉 Maintaining an online presence.

👉 Building marketing and sales strategies.

Join us to learn from Baily's experiences and feel that you are not alone in this journey

Feel isolated as a freelancer? Tune in to discover how building and nurturing the right professional connections can open doors to incredible opportunities 🚀

In this episode, we speak with Baily Hancock, a connection strategist, or, as Baily says, a professional friend-maker who helps people thoughtfully connect and achieve greater success with the support of their community 🤩

With Baily, we talked about how to professionally build, nurture, and leverage relationships to attract great opportunities, in particular:

✅ The necessity of professional connections.

✅ How to build connections that matter.

✅ Difference between asking and using people.

Baily Hancock, a seasoned community builder and collaboration consultant, shares her personal journey of career transition and the power of networking. She recounts her experience of being laid off and how it led her to reconnect with her network through over 150 conversations, yielding valuable insights, inspiration, and introductions. Baily emphasizes the importance of genuine relationship building, both personally and professionally. She also offers practical advice on how to re-engage with your network, create meaningful connections, and strategically invest in your career or business growth. The episode is rich with actionable tips for anyone looking to navigate career transitions and foster strong professional relationships.

Ready to future-proof your career through networking, even if the idea of traditional networking feels overwhelming? This insightful webinar brings together three powerful voices to guide you through how to build, nurture, and leverage your network for career growth — no matter your personality type or experience level.

Today my guest is Baily Hancock, a connection strategist, a mother of two, a natural-born connector and extracurricular-lover, and a professional friend-maker 🤩

Building relationship capital is a key, yet often overlooked, aspect of business growth. Join us in this episode as we explore a powerful strategy for intentionally leveraging the power of networking and relationships to move your business forward.

Drawing from our backgrounds as entrepreneurs, we’ll explore community plays in business growth, and what business owners need to know and do to make the most impact out of their personal and professional relationships.

In this episode, we delve into the significance of building genuine community, connection, and collaboration, contrasting it with mere audience building with Baily Hancock, Connection Strategist and “Professional Friend-Maker”.

Baily is back and on a mission to break down any stigma or barrier that prevents us to connecting with ourselves and others. In the second part of Amy's conversation with Baily, they cover how community, connection and collaboration overlap, and how we can approach life from a new perspective to find some key solutions. "Everything is done with the support of others" is just the starting point of this conversation.