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The Power of Networking and Leveraging Technology: Conversation with Meredith Rhodes (12 days of Christmas Shows)

Julie DeLucca-Collins Episode 217

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I'm thrilled to share with you a recent conversation I had with Meredith Rhodes, a business advisor at Thryv . 


I first met Meredith through networking, a practice I cannot emphasize enough for its role in business growth. Meredith works at Thryv, a software company that has evolved from the Nynex Yellow Pages in the 90s to a top-rated company with operations in the United States, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada. It's been fascinating to witness the transformation of Thrive and Meredith's journey with the company.

The Evolution of Thryv  and Meredith's Journey
Meredith shared that while Thryv 's philosophy of helping small businesses has remained constant, the tools and processes have become more complex. This evolution mirrors the journey of many entrepreneurs, which can often feel like a lonely road without a clear path. However, Meredith's work at Thryv  is creating a direct path for people to advertise and put themselves out there.

The Power of Networking: BNI (Business Networking International)

We delved into the topic of networking, specifically BNI. Meredith shared her experience with BNI, which she discovered in August 2021. 

We discussed the importance of having a presence beyond social media.

We also touched on the topic of financing for coaches and consultants. Thrive partners with WiseTech to provide financing options, allowing clients to get paid upfront while Thrive handles the collection process. This can give businesses a competitive advantage over others that don't provide this option.

Understanding your business's numbers and cash flow is crucial. I mentioned the "ostric


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