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The Gateway Drug Effect of Some CRMs: From Freebie to Fee Frenzy

The Gateway Drug Effect of Some CRMs: From Freebie to Fee FrenzyBrandon Drake Published on: 30/03/2025

Think all CRMs are the same? Think again. Some start as a free dream but quickly turn into a costly nightmare. Don’t fall for the gateway drug trap—learn how to choose a CRM that grows with you, not against you. Your business deserves it! Read more.

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Are You a True Connector? Build Your Networking Engine

Are You a True Connector? Build Your Networking Engine

Are You a True Connector? Build Your Networking EngineBrandon Drake
Published on: 24/01/2026

Transform your CRM from a contact list to a dynamic networking engine! Learn to use engagement scoring and a collaborative database to make powerful, well-matched introductions, connecting the right people at the right time.

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Your Network, Your Rules: Why Owning Your Data Matters

Your Network, Your Rules: Why Owning Your Data Matters

Your Network, Your Rules: Why Owning Your Data MattersBrandon Drake
Published on: 21/01/2026

Secure your network! Discover why owning your connections (first-party data) gives you control, peace of mind, and protection from changing platform rules. Don't let others dictate access to your valuable relationships—build a legacy you truly own.

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The Savvy "No": Why Less Can Be So Much More for Your Business

The Savvy "No": Why Less Can Be So Much More for Your Business

The Savvy "No": Why Less Can Be So Much More for Your BusinessBrandon Drake
Published on: 13/01/2026

Learn why saying "no" to 50 JV partners built sustainable growth. Prioritize quality, use engagement scoring, and foster intentional relationships for a thriving business that lasts. #BusinessStrategy #QualityOverQuantity

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Workshops, Referrals, and First-Party Data: My Growth Formula

Workshops, Referrals, and First-Party Data: My Growth Formula

Workshops, Referrals, and First-Party Data: My Growth FormulaBrandon Drake
Published on: 28/10/2025

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