When people talk about building a business network, the conversation usually goes in one direction: potential clients: Who can buy from me? Who is the decision-maker? Who should I meet if I want to sell? Of course clients matter. We are in business, after all. But after more than 15 years of networking and connecting people, I’ve learned that some of the most valuable people in your network will never buy anything from you. They may, however, introduce you to someone who will

Crina Diculescu, founder of Dynamic Business Connections, discusses strategic networking, business matchmaking, collaboration and the power of relationships in business growth. For over 15 years, Crina Diculescu has been building bridges between people and opportunities. She is a specialist in strategic networking, business matchmaking, and organizing impactful events. Founder of Dynamic Business Connections and an advocate of the Business is Human philosophy, Crina believes

Lately, I've noticed more and more people talking about networking and business networking as if they were two completely different concepts. Personally, I don't think they are. I believe networking is where the relationship begins. Business networking is what you choose to do after that first connection. To me, networking is simply about meeting people. Without pressure. Without the expectation of making a sale. Without constantly asking yourself, "What can I get from this p