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Inspiration ContagionAuthor: Holly Jean Jackson
Inspiration Contagion is a sanctuary in a noisy worlda place where purpose-driven leaders and changemakers come to reconnect with their spark, their story, and their why.Hosted by Holly Jean Jackson, this podcast dives into the journeys of transformational leaders whove rebuilt their clarity, strengthened their leadership, elevated their business, or healed their lives from the inside out. Through courageous conversations, Holly uncovers the mindset, systems, and soulful strategies that help them create impact with intentionand build legacies that last.Each episode delivers what the world needs more of: Hope Healing Courage Community Tools for aligned leadership and sustainable successBecause when one person steps into their power, that light spreadsthrough their families, their businesses, their communities, and the world.That is Inspiration Contagion. A movement of leaders growing big so they can give even bigger. Language: en Genres: Business, Entrepreneurship, Religion & Spirituality, Spirituality Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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How Does Trust Drive Business Growth? Lessons on Relationships & Networking
Episode 170
Tuesday, 15 September, 2026
How does trust drive business growth? In this episode of Inspiration Contagion, Holly Jean Jackson sits down with Mike Ashabraner, known as the Redneck Connector, to explore how trust, relationships, community, and authentic connection can create meaningful and sustainable business growth.Mike shares his journey from self-doubt and survival mode to building a business around relationships, strategic introductions, service, and intentional growth. Together, Holly and Mike unpack why business grows at the speed of trust and what it really takes to build a network that creates opportunities without making every relationship transactional.In this conversation, we explore:• Why trust is the foundation of sustainable business growth• How relationships and strategic connections can create new opportunities• The difference between motivation and inspiration• Why harmony may be a better goal than balance• What peak performance looks like beyond simply doing more• How business growth can change relationships and expose old patterns• The role of ego, shame, and comparison in business decisions• Why asking permission matters before trying to help or sell• How self-awareness can strengthen your leadership and relationships• Why letting go of the outcome can lead to greater impactMike also shares a powerful lesson about leaving money on the table early in his business and why sometimes the best thing you can do for someone is stop trying to convince them before they're ready.If you're an entrepreneur, business leader, consultant, or changemaker looking to grow through relationships rather than transactional networking, this conversation offers practical insights into building trust, creating meaningful connections, and growing a business on your own terms.Listen to the full episode and let us know: What would change in your business if you focused less on networking more and more on building deeper trust?#BusinessGrowth #Trust #Networking #RelationshipMarketing #Entrepreneurship #BusinessStrategy #Leadership #MikeAshabraner #HollyJeanJackson #InspirationContagion
