#1: Allow me to reintroduce myself

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Guess who's back, back again? Baily's back, tell a friend!

As a recipient of this newsletter, you likely fit into one of the following categories:

1. You know who I am because you've been in my LinkedIn network for anywhere from 1 day to 17 years (??)
2. You sort of know who I am because you've attended one of my workshops or events in the last decade, signed up for my Substack, or you've downloaded one or more of my free resources (there have been SO many through the years - comment below and tell me which one you got if you remember!)
3. You have no idea who I am because you've long since forgotten how you ended up in my network or only recently found your way to my ecosystem and are perhaps already scrolling down to the unsubscribe button because lord knows we get enough newsletters (no hard feelings if that's the case, but I think you might enjoy what I've cooked up!)

Regardless of our relationship status, I'm excited to reintroduce myself and introduce my new and improved newsletter which shall be called, “The 3Cs Digest” henceforth!?

WHO IS SHE?

I'm Baily, a Connection Strategist & Professional Friend-Maker who's on a mission to teach people how to build, nurture, and leverage relationships so they can navigate challenges, thrive during transitions, and achieve greater success with the support of their community.??

I do that through the following:

?? My podcast

?? Resources

?? 1:1 3Cs Strategy Sessions

???? Workshop facilitation

?? Keynote talks

I'm also a huge fan of being a guest on podcasts since the limit to how much I can talk about community, connection, and collaboration (AKA “The 3Cs”) does not exist.

HOW DID SHE GET HERE?

In the last decade, I've held the titles Career Happiness Strategist, Collaboration Consultant, Community Strategist, and Connection Strategist, and through it all, “Professional Friend-Maker”.?

From 2016 through 2021, I ran my own business called Baily Hancock HQ, but giving birth to two kids and pivoting non-stop during the pandemic forced me back into the land of 9 to 5 in search of stability and a steady paycheck. Fast-forward to November of last year, and that “stable” 9 to 5 laid me off and I found myself joining the “Open to Work” club.?

Lucky for me, I was aching to get back to doing my own 'thang, and thus, Overlap Collective was born.?

But here's the thing about starting your own business - it's rarely a straight shot to knowing what you want to do, who you want to do it for, and how you're going to do it. I threw A LOT of spaghetti at the walls, and only a few noodles stuck.

One of those sticky noodles was what I began referring to as, "The 3Cs to Saving Humanity" - Community, Connection, and Collaboration. I didn't quite know what I was going to do with that concept, but it wouldn't leave me alone, so I let it hang around.

Throughout the last 17 years of my very non-linear career, my through-line has always been my ability to build, nurture, and leverage relationships with people across industries, roles, and continents, regardless of my job title or the company I worked for (or ran.)?

So, when I was first laid off, I did what I always do when I don't know what to do next - I reached out to my community and sought out guidance and support. In the first four months post-layoff, I had over 150 conversations with people in my network, 75% of whom were existing relationships, and 25% were new people connected to me through a mutual friend (thank you to everyone I spoke to and who connected me to new people - you're truly incredible.)?

It was through those conversations that I realized that connection has always been my absolute superpower, while also being the thing this world seems to need the most right now.?

OKAY BUT WHAT DOES THAT HAVE TO DO WITH THIS NEWSLETTER?

One of the first batches of pasta I threw at the walls back in early December was migrating my newsletter subscribers over to the “Seeking the Overlap” Substack. While I did this with the best of intentions, I didn't really think through what the point of it would be. That led to me sending a few newsletters, then abandoning it almost just as quickly because if there's one thing I despise, it's doing something without intention or purpose. So I focused my efforts elsewhere in my business until I had a better idea of what the value prop would be for you, dear readers.

Which brings me to the point of this now very long newsletter (you made it! ??)?

Since I'm constantly eyeballs deep in reading, writing, thinking, teaching, and talking about The 3Cs, I figured the most valuable thing I can offer my readers is a digest of the best of the best content I come across and create on those three topics. When I sat down to think about what kind of newsletter I'd be excited to write and send regularly, I knew I wanted it to be impactful, interesting, and worthy of a read.?

The purpose of The 3Cs Digest is to act as a bi-weekly guide to curating community, cultivating connection, and catalyzing collaboration to unlock success in your business, career, and life.

One of the cool discoveries I made in my now 250+ conversations since December is that most people can offer up one or more of what I'm now calling, “The 3 Is” (wonderful things come in 3s, apparently): Information, Inspiration, and Introductions (AKA Info, Inspo, and Intros because your girl Baily loves alliteration!)?

And with that, I give you the first official 3Cs Digest!?

??? Wed, 7/24/24 - Showcase Your Shine Webinar: Learn how to craft your plan to build your Legacy Brand in this free 30-minute webinar hosted by me and my friend + collaborator, AJ Sarcione (RSVP here)

??? Seeking the Overlap: My new podcast is launching this August! (subscribe here)

?? The Impact Table Podcast with Marssie Versola : “Baily Hancock, Professional Friend Maker on Connection and Community” (listen here)

?? The Motivated CEO Podcast with Amy Traugh : “How to Leverage Relationships to Grow Your Business with Baily Hancock” (listen here)

?? 10 Tips to Build a Legacy Brand: Building the future you desire begins with taking one step in the right direction, and downloading these free tips is an excellent first step. (download here)

?? We Can Do Hard Things Podcast: “The One Who Taught Glennon Friendship: Alex Hedison” - I loved this episode because Glennon Doyle has said for years that she doesn't know how to have friends, but this conversation was about how she learned how to become a friend through this relationship. See, there's hope for us all! (listen here)?

?? Where Everybody Knows Your Name: Hosted by Ted Danson & Woody Harrelson, the premise is that in the 30 years since they became friends, they've each gone on to build relationships with people through work that the other one doesn't know, so they each interview one of their famous friends and through the conversation, the other one gets to know them too. I especially loved the episode with Kristen Bell, because who doesn't love Kristen Bell?! (listen here)?

?? “The Practice: Shipping Creative Work” by Seth Godin - I have to credit this book for convincing me to finally send this newsletter out after months of hemming and hawing! I highly recommend it if you need a nudge to get past your perfectionism to just “ship” your work, it's a quick read. (read here)

?? “Building a StoryBrand: Clarify Your Message So Customers Will Listen” by Donald Miller - I read this one years ago but never put any of the ideas into practice. I picked it back up recently because it was required reading for the Spark the Stage Keynote Program I just completed, and I'm now using the free StoryBrand template for almost everything I write, from social posts to emails to sales pages. (read here)

?? People you should know

Haaaaave you met my friends? No? Well, you should.

• Aleya Harris, CPCE is an Award-Winning International Speaker, Strategic Storytelling Consultant, Host of The Flourishing Entrepreneur Podcast, and the woman behind the Spark the Stage Keynote Program I mentioned above!

?? Weekly Connection Roundup?

Everyone I connected with recently (comment below if you'd like an intro to anyone!)

• Jillian Marie Kelleher Founder of Connector Entertainment Group, an agency focused on partnerships, community management, creative content, and event services for global lifestyle brands.
• June Suepunpuck AKA Joy Guide June, a Speaker and Host of the “How to Find Joy” Podcast who guides people who feel lost or stuck toward a more joyful, magical, & purpose-driven life.
• Darnell Brown A growth strategist, graphic designer, and business coach at Bulletproof Hustle who helps creative entrepreneurs amplify their time, harness their superpowers, and impact lives through a savory gumbo of clarity, strategy, and empathy.
• Tracy Borreson Authentic Marketing Advisor at TLB Coaching & Events and Co-Founder & Chief Peep in the Your Business Peeps Community
• Maya Sharfi Founder and Leadership Coach at Build Yourself, an executive coaching company dedicated to helping women leaders in design and innovation find purpose-driven careers so they can excel and feel fulfilled without the stress of burnout.
• Ashley Chang Co-founder & CEO of Sundays, an executive assistant service built to support parents at work and home so they can build the careers and families that they want.
• Rachel Rozen Networking Coach, Professional Speaker, and Founder of Connection Catalyst empowering professionals to embrace "icky" networking and turn it into "sticky" relationships.
• Katrina Dargel UX Researcher & Strategist, Certified Facilitator of AI Design Sprints??, Speaker, and Facilitator of Innovation & Strategic Workshops
• Inbal Claudio Growth Strategist & Community Builder at Like Minded Collective dedicated to helping female founders boost demand and visibility for their businesses through the power of community.
• Susie Ippolito Brand Strategist for Thought Leaders + Solopreneurs, Founder of The Startup Community, and Founder of SI Brands.
• Elizabeth Eichhorn Entrepreneurial Leader & Alternative Funding Expert at Elizabeth Eichhorn Coaching.

?? Featured Friends

Want to be an upcoming “Featured Friend” to get your business in front of loads of really smart and cool people? Send me a DM and let's talk!

I'm forever grateful for the people in my life who come along for the ride, regardless where this vehicle full of non-stop surprises takes us. Thank you thank you thank you, and hooray for fresh starts and new beginnings, regardless of whether they're our idea or the economy's ??.

See you again on the 1st!

Baily Hancock ?? Professional Friend-Maker is a Connection Strategist, Keynote Speaker, and Host of the “Seeking the Overlap” Podcast?who teaches people how to build, nurture, and leverage relationships to navigate challenges, thrive during transitions, and achieve greater success with the support of their community. Head to OverlapCollective.com to learn more, or comment below and say hello!