If you think million-dollar business relationships only happen in big cities like Dallas or Houston, think again. Small Texas towns like Kyle are proving that grassroots networking can be just as powerful: maybe even more so: than corporate boardroom connections. Here's the thing: when you strip away all the fancy corporate jargon and get down…

I’ve been tracking networking efficiency through our points system at Network In Action, and the math reveals something most business owners miss. **Free networking isn’t free.** The hidden costs…

I talk to frustrated business owners every week in Kyle. They’ve attended dozens of networking events, collected stacks of business cards, and gotten zero results. The pattern is always the same….

Running a business often feels like you’re juggling a dozen tasks at once—emails, social, sales outreach, content creation, customer service and more. If you’re like me, you probably wish you had more time in your day (or a trustworthy assistant who never stops working). That’s why I started using Marblism, and it's hands-down one of…

Sustainability isn’t just a buzzword anymore—it’s how smart brands do business. With more than 80% of people saying it’s important for companies to offer eco-friendly products, your branded swag needs to show you care about the planet as much as you care about your brand. Ready to make a meaningful impact and get your logo…

Ever notice how some promo swag gets heaps of use, while other items go straight to that junk drawer (or, let’s be honest, the trash)? Whether your brand is still running virtual events, is hyping up an office comeback, or you’re bridging both worlds, the goal is the same: choose promotional ideas that earn a…

Business owners are exhausted by networking. Five years ago, everyone collected business cards like trophies. The goal was volume. Make connections, exchange contacts, move to the next person. That…