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Let’s be honest—most of us didn’t start a business just to grind 60-hour weeks and constantly chase the next client. We started our businesses to create freedom, impact, and maybe even a little joy along the way.

Running a business is like tending a fire. When flames are high and heat is roaring, it’s easy to relax. The light is bright, the warmth is satisfying, and it feels like the work is done. But if you stop feeding it — with logs, kindling, and attention — the fire burns out. Suddenly you're back in the cold, scrambling to spark it back to life.

If you ask any successful small business owner how they get most of their clients, the answer is almost always the same: referrals.

If you're a business owner, realtor, or professional in Denver (or anywhere, really), you've probably heard the phrase, "Your network is your net worth." And it's true—especially when your business depends on relationships, referrals, and trust.

As a Community Builder here in the Denver Metro area, I talk to a lot of young professionals who are just getting started—or just starting to get serious—about building their network. And one thing I hear often is this: “Where do I even begin?”

We’ve all been there—you set up a coffee with someone you admire, a client you want to stay connected with, or a fellow business owner you respect. You sit down, swap pleasantries, talk about the weather, maybe touch on business for a minute or two, and before you know it, your 45 minutes are up. You walk away thinking, “That was… fine?”

You and your team are both maxed out, but the work just keeps coming. The first instinct might be to delegate more, but here’s the hard truth — delegating isn’t always the solution when your team is already at full capacity.

Why Denver Business Owners Should Prioritize Presence Over Perfection

We’ve all been to a networking event where someone asks, “So, what do you do?” And let’s be honest, most answers sound about the same: “I’m a realtor,” “I’m a financial advisor,” or “I run a small business.” But here’s the thing — none of us are just our job titles.