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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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AI & You: Finding Your Mental Health Balance in a Tech World

AI & You: Finding Your Mental Health Balance in a Tech World

AI & You: Finding Your Mental Health Balance in a Tech WorldBrandon Drake
Published on: 30/01/2026

AI boosts productivity but risks an echo chamber. Human connection offers irreplaceable empathy and growth. Learn to balance AI tools with real relationships for optimal mental well-being and entrepreneurial success.

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Listening First: The Human Step That Strengthens Digital Connections

Listening First: The Human Step That Strengthens Digital Connections

Listening First: The Human Step That Strengthens Digital ConnectionsBrandon Drake
Published on: 15/12/2025

Networking isn’t about trading links—it’s about listening. Discover how empathy, respect, and genuine connection turn CRMs into bridges that grow trust, collaboration, and success.

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The Power of Thoughtful Follow-Up: Personalization at Scale

The Power of Thoughtful Follow-Up: Personalization at Scale

The Power of Thoughtful Follow-Up: Personalization at ScaleBrandon Drake
Published on: 13/12/2025

Discover why thoughtful follow-up isn’t about persistence—it’s about presence. Learn how personalization at scale transforms outreach into trust, momentum, and lasting human connection.

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Networking That Works: How Systems Make Introductions More Powerful

Networking That Works: How Systems Make Introductions More Powerful

Networking That Works: How Systems Make Introductions More PowerfulBrandon Drake
Published on: 26/11/2025

Discover how the right systems turn networking into real opportunities. Learn why a searchable bio in a CRM makes you unforgettable, visible, and connected when it matters most.

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