Are Networking Groups Actually Worth Joining?

Are Networking Groups Actually Worth Joining?

From Freelance to Founder by Millo

May 7, 2026 · 18 min

About this episode

Clay discusses the importance of choosing the right networking groups for personal and professional growth.

Clay knows firsthand that the wrong networking group doesn't just waste your time — it drains your energy and kills your momentum. After building his agency through intentional, high-quality connections, he's developed a sharp eye for spotting the groups worth joining and walking away from the rest fast. This episode breaks down the framework Clay uses to find communities built on genuine value, and how the right room can quietly become one of your most powerful growth engines. Support our show sponsors -> ⁠⁠https://freelancetofounder.com/sponsors⁠⁠ Submit your own question -> ⁠⁠https://freelancetofounder.com/ask⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Millo

Guest: Clay

Topics covered

  • networking
  • community building
  • entrepreneurship
  • personal growth
  • agency growth

Keywords

  • networking groups
  • community
  • connections
  • entrepreneurship
  • growth

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Organizations: Millo

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