07/09/2026
Can I admit something?
Sometimes I’m sitting at a networking event, surrounded by genuinely lovely business owners, while mentally thinking about the 900 things I could be getting done at home.
Not because I’m rude.
Not because I don’t value the people in the room.
But because, between running a business, raising two children, doing the school run, sorting the house and everything else, my time feels incredibly valuable.
And I don’t think I’m the only business owner who feels this way.
We’re constantly told that if we want to grow, we need to network more, post more, become more visible and get in front of more people.
But what if more people aren’t the answer?
You could meet another 100 business owners, but if your offer isn’t clear, your sales process isn’t working or nobody knows what to buy from you, all you’ve done is add another event to an already full diary.
Networking can absolutely help your business.
But it shouldn’t become another box you tick because you feel guilty that you’re not “putting yourself out there” enough.
Sometimes, business growth isn’t about doing more.
It’s about identifying the one thing that’s currently stopping what you’re already doing from working properly.
That’s why I created my free Sustainable Growth Scorecard. It helps you look at your clarity, offers, marketing, sales and systems so you can find the area that actually needs your attention.
Does anyone else enjoy networking but still spend half the time thinking about everything they need to get done? Please tell me it’s not just me 😂