We’re truly grateful to have Mike Ashabraner, Lin Schussler-Williams, and Mike Vardy share their wisdom with us today. Mike Ashabraner’s insights on the power of connection reminded us why building genuine relationships is at the heart of everything we do here at The Grand Connection. Lin Schussler-Williams’ thoughtful approach to gaining clarity and resetting limiting beliefs inspired us all to look inward and embrace our own growth journeys. And Mike Vardy’s deep dive into retention through intention and sustained attention gave us practical, meaningful ways to nurture trust and loyalty—both personally and professionally.

A big thank you as well to Steve Brossman, our incredible co-host, for helping guide this inspiring conversation. The collective energy and wisdom from all our speakers truly uplifted our community and reinforced why we come together—to support each other in thriving and creating impact. We’re so excited for us to take these lessons forward, deepen our connections, and keep growing together. Here’s to continuing this beautiful journey at the Grand Connection.

🌟 Mike Ashabraner shared:

• Clearly define what you’re offering, who it’s for, and the transformation it provides—this builds trust and connection with your audience.
• Don’t overwhelm people with too many offers or complex funnels; focus on one core offer and communicate it simply.
• Your ideal clients are looking for results, not features—speak to the outcome and the emotional journey.
• You must repeat your message consistently—people need to hear it multiple times before they understand and trust it.
• Use language that grabs attention, speaks to pain points, and shows that you understand your ideal client deeply.
• Vague, generic messaging repels clients; instead, be specific, bold, and direct about who you help and how.
• Clients are motivated by where they want to go, not the steps to get there—position your offer around the end result.
• Highlight results clients have gotten from working with you, reinforcing your credibility and the transformation you deliver.
• Remove confusion and friction in your offer and calls to action—people don’t buy when they’re confused.
• Your conviction in your message and offer helps others believe in it too—own your brilliance and speak with confidence.

🌟 Lin Schussler-Williams shared:

• We are often held back not by ourselves but by subconscious programming and conditioning from external sources like family, society, and repeated experiences.
• These programs create limiting beliefs and filters that distort how we see ourselves and the world, keeping us from living authentically.
• Common subconscious beliefs include ideas like “I have to work hard for money” or “I’m never enough,” which many entrepreneurs struggle with.
• The first step to transformation is awareness—recognizing these subconscious beliefs and patterns.
• You already have the power within you to reset these patterns; it’s a matter of learning how to access and apply that power.
• True change doesn’t have to take years—neuroscience and quantum physics show it can happen quickly with the right process.
• Lin uses a method called “Reset It,” a transformational, results-driven approach to breaking subconscious chains and reclaiming authentic power.
• She shared a personal story about how a traumatic experience in childhood led to a deep-seated belief that it wasn’t safe to be successful—a belief that affected her for decades.

🌟 Mike Vardy shared:

• Retention starts with intention and attention, not tactics.
• Productivity is aligning what you plan (intention) with what you do (attention).
• Trust builds when your actions reflect your intentions.
• Retention grows from trust—personally, professionally, and in communities.
• People stay when they feel seen, valued, and appreciated.
• Appreciation marketing is about consistent, personal acts, not grand gestures.
• Retention is a rhythm, not a one-time effort.
• Use tools (like recurring reminders) to make appreciation a habit.
• Small, sustainable practices beat big, intense efforts.
• Systematize appreciation to keep it sincere and effective.

🌟 What others said about the event:

• Love our pack members!!! Together we are Better with this AMAZING mixer!!!
• Great meeting, I enjoyed being with you all today!!!
• I just want to thank you all for having me here. 
• Thank you so much for this amazing group/forum! 
• Thank you Susan and Steve. Great to see everyone.
• Thank you so much! Great meeting.
• Thanks, Mike. Enjoyed your presentation. Thanks, Susan, Steve, and the rest of the GC group!
• Susan’s ability to generate the energy in the room.
• Networking, learning, breakout rooms
• Great speakers, many connections, wonderful offers!
• Meeting such incredibly generous people.
• Loved the dynamics of the group.
• I met some really great people. It was a great setup and such an amazing idea to showcase connectors in business.
• I loved meeting such wonderful people!
• Connecting with other heart centered, inspirational people.
• Connecting with like-minded people
• Networking can move the needle and set up genuine relationships.
• Got some great connections
• The generosity of the speakers and how they serve. And, I valued the timing.
• Be kind, be authentic, and have gratitude and share your appreciation.

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Lin Schussler-Williams

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