In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Co-Founder & Partnerships Director of MeetPartners Pte Ltd, Gil Petersil.   Gil understands the importance of building solid relationships in the business world. He knows that networking is not just about exchanging business cards but also about creating deep and meaningful connections that can lead to long-lasting friendships and partnerships.   To achieve this, Gil suggests spending quality time with others, sharing personal interests and passions, and being vulnerable by sharing struggles and challenges. He also advises to be bold, ask for help when needed, and audit and refresh your network to align with your goals. Finally, Gil recommends to find common interests with others, attend events, or volunteer together to create a strong bond. By following these tips, Gil believes anyone can build a strong network and succeed in today's business environment.   About Gil Petersil:  Gil is a renowned global thought leader specializing in business strategy, networking, and mastermind methodology. As Co-Founder and Partnership Director at MeetPartners, he unites educational projects fostering personal and business development. A prolific international speaker and business strategist, Petersil aids companies in advancing communication management, networking, and knowledge-sharing techniques.  An advocate for continuous learning, Petersil leverages an "Edutainment" approach to teaching. His experiences living and working in numerous countries contribute to his comprehensive understanding of human psychology and creative marketing strategies. Notably, he has mentored over 1000 startups and has spoken at as many international events. With over 20 years of corporate world experience, Petersil is celebrated for his ability to align businesses with their original purpose, fostering beneficial partnerships and making a lasting impact.   About MeetPartners Pte Ltd:  MeetPartners is a multinational firm operating across major cities like Moscow, London, and Singapore that focuses on personal development, business events, and educational tourism. Renowned for working closely with global experts and influential business coaches like Tony Robbins, MeetPartners holds an exclusive relationship with Robbins within the Russian market. The company excels in organizing large-scale business-related events, with a single record group of 1700 individuals attending a Tony Robbins event in Singapore in 2018.  Its ambitions extend to bringing Robbins to Russia, achieving this goal on September 1, 2018, with an anticipated audience of 25,000. By consistently surpassing market expectations and setting high-reaching goals, MeetPartners continues to make strides in its industry, supported by its shareholders and advisory board.   Apply to be a Guest on The Thoughtful Entrepreneur: https://go.upmyinfluence.com/podcast-guest Links Mentioned in this Episode: Want to learn more? Check out MeetPartners Pte Ltd website at  http://meetpartners.ru/ru/ Check out MeetPartners Pte Ltd on Linkedin at  https://www.linkedin.com/company/meetpartners/ Check out MeetPartners Pte Ltd on Facebook at  https://www.instagram.com/meetpartners/ Check out Gil Petersil on LinkedIn at  https://www.linkedin.com/in/gilpetersil/ Check out Gil Petersil on Instagram at  https://www.instagram.com/gilpetersil/ Check out Gil Petersil on Twitter at  https://twitter.com/GilPetersil Check out Gil Petersil on Facebook at  https://www.facebook.com/gil.petersil/ Don’t forget to subscribe to The Thoughtful Entrepreneur and thank you for listening. Tune in next time!   More from UpMyInfluence: We are actively booking guests for our The Thoughtful Entrepreneur. Schedule HERE. Are you a 6-figure consultant? I’ve got high-level intros for you. Learn more here. What is your #1 Lead Generation BLOCKER? Take my free quiz here. Want to learn more about all the podcasts managed by UpMyInfluence? Opt in here.