Connections That Matter Guest Application
Tell us about you, your business, and your networking experience. What would the audience get out of your episode?
Basics
Full Name (as you want it said on the show)
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First Name
Last Name
Business Name
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Title/Role
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City / Primary Service Area
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Website
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Best Email
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example@example.com
Best Phone
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Please enter a valid phone number.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Social Links (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube) — Please provide any that can help me get a sense of who you are and the content you share.
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You and Your Business
What sets you apart as a business owner in Northern Colorado
In 1–2 sentences, what do you do and who do you help? (Simple, non-jargon—what you want a listener to remember.)
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Your origin story (short version): How did you get into this work?
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What makes you credible in your industry? (Pick 2–4)
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Years in business/ experience
Certifications/licenses
Results Achieved
Notable clients/projects
Unique background/story
Other
What do you want to be known for in Northern Colorado?
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Your reputation / positioning in one sentence.
What’s one “proof point” you’d be comfortable sharing on air?
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(Example: % improvement, $ saved, etc.)
What’s a question you hope I ask you?
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What’s a question you’re tired of being asked?
Share 1–2 personal details you’re okay mentioning
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(family, hobbies, origin story, etc.) that humanize you.
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Business Success Tips
What could our community learn from your business success.
Who do you help / what problem do you solve?
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What are 3 common problems your clients come to you with?
Is there a mini "case study" you would want to share on air?
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Share one quick win story (before → after). What changed?
What are your top 3 business principles you operate by?
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Short bullets—these become your “teachable moments.”
What is ONE system/process that helped you grow?
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Sales, marketing, operations, hiring, customer experience, finance, etc.
What is ONE mistake you made early—and what you learned from it?
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What’s a “simple win” most business owners could do this month to improve results?
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Something actionable—not generic.
What do you do to create an excellent client/customer experience?
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How you stand out when competitors feel the same.
What’s one tool/software/framework you actually use and recommend?
Optional—only if you truly endorse it.
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Networking, Partnerships, and Referral Partners
Tell us about the connections you have made that has led to your success.
How do you currently get most of your business?
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Referrals
Networking groups
Chamber events
Social media/organic
Ads
SEO/website
Repeat customers
Strategic partnerships
Other
What is your referral ask? (What to listen for?)
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What’s your ideal referral? (Describe the person + the trigger moment
Where do you network? Please list all groups, meetups, tradeshows, industry events online forums, events, FB groups,, or other places that you would recommend.
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What’s your networking philosophy in one sentence?
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What are 2–3 networking habits that work for you?
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Examples: weekly one-to-ones, follow-up system, showing up consistently, giving first, etc.
Tell me about a referral relationship that changed your business. Who was it with (person/business type)? How did it start? Why does it work?
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What makes someone “referable” to you?
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What you look for before you recommend someone.
Who are your best referral partners (types of businesses), and why?
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Ex: realtors, CPAs, property managers, lenders—include why they fit.
Who are you actively trying to meet right now?
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Specific industries + a sentence on why.
Your best networking tip for someone who feels awkward walking into a room:
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Businesses “Guest Name” Recommends (for the show notes) List 3–4 local businesses you recommend (include reason for each).
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If you don’t have 3–4, list as many as you confidently recommend.
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Episode Takeaways
What would you want people to remember from your episode?
If someone only remembers ONE thing, what do you want it to be?
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What’s the best next step for someone who wants to work with you?
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Any special offer or free resource you want mentioned? (optional)
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Anything you do NOT want discussed on air?
(boundaries / sensitive topics)
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