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11/18/2025

Networking Series | Part 4: Why Networking Matters in Home Care

In home care, the strongest referrals don’t come from Google searches; they come from relationships.

People refer to agencies they know, like, and trust.
And that trust is built slowly, through consistent presence, meaningful conversations, and genuine follow-up.

Here’s why networking matters so much in the caregiving world:
➤ Referrals come from relationships, not transactions.
A connection you make today may not need your services for months—but when someone in their circle needs help, they remember the person who showed up with integrity.

➤ Trust builds over time.
Not in one chamber breakfast. Not in one mixer.
But through repeated interactions, shared values, and the belief that you genuinely care about the work you do.

➤ Small efforts compound.
Even one meaningful conversation per week can grow your reputation, expand your support system, and position your agency as the trusted local resource.

Networking doesn’t require being extroverted, just being consistent, authentic, and willing to follow up. Show up. Be real. Follow up. That’s the formula that actually works in home care.

👉 If you want help building networking systems that your agency can sustain, book a free call with me today. https://www.slusherconsulting.com/contactus

11/12/2025

11/11/2025

Preview - First Offer Wins - Facebook Live tomorrow 11/12 at 11:30 AM CST - Come watch on the Slusher Consulting page.
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11/05/2025

🚨 FREE WEBINAR INVITE: First Offer Wins – Speed Up Your Hiring Before It’s Too Late! 🚨 Brought to you by Slusher Consulting and Ona - Home Care Recruitment!

Tune into the Slusher Consulting page next Wednesday, November 12th from 11:30am - 12:30pm CT.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
🏠 Home care agency owners, recruiters, schedulers, and admin staff ready to modernize their caregiver hiring strategy.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
✅ Why Caregivers Don’t Wait: Understand the 2-7 day decision window that causes most agencies to lose top candidates.

✅ Data-Backed Hiring Insights: 70% of caregivers accept the first offer—even if it’s not the highest paying.

✅ Stop the “Monday Morning Disaster”: Learn how to avoid last-minute scrambles and costly client coverage gaps.

✅ Audit Your Funnel: Use real benchmarks to measure and fix leaks in your application-to-hire timeline.

✅ Texting = Conversions: Why SMS outreach and self-scheduling are outperforming email and calls.

✅ From 16 Days to 4: See how top agencies have slashed time-to-hire and cut costs by 30%+.

✅ Quick Wins You Can Implement This Week: Speed-to-contact tips, same-day interviews, and 24-hour offers.

✅ Real-World Examples: Compare timelines from slow vs. fast agencies—and the financial impact of delays.

✅ Recruit Smarter, Not Harder: Tools and automation that align with how today’s caregivers apply and decide.

11/05/2025

Networking Series | Part 3: 🔮 The Magic of Following Up

Making a great first impression is just the start. What really sets professionals apart is what happens after the event, the follow-up.

Here’s a simple process that works:
1️⃣ Within one business day, send a short text to anyone you connected with. Mention something specific from your chat.
2️⃣ Invite them to coffee, lunch, or even a quick Zoom call.
3️⃣ Use that time to build the relationship, learn about their needs, and how you can support one another.

Skip the phone calls (most people won’t answer), texting is faster and more personal.

✨ Why it matters:
In the home care world, referrals don’t come from ads; they come from people who know, like, and trust you. That trust is built over time through authentic follow-ups and shared conversations.

Even one meaningful connection a week can make a difference in your agency’s growth and reputation.

10/29/2025

Networking Series | Part 2: 📅 The Networking Routine

Networking only works when it’s consistent. Showing up regularly builds recognition, trust, and momentum.

Aim to attend at least one networking event per week, two if you can. Seeing familiar faces helps people remember who you are and what you do.

Keep these goals in mind for each event:
• Build authentic connections, not just a pile of business cards
• Be present and truly listen
• Focus on quality over quantity. 3–5 genuine conversations are worth more than 20 quick ones

✨ Remember to be bold, but be yourself.
Confidence isn’t about being the loudest voice in the room; it’s about showing up authentically, even when it’s uncomfortable. Starting a conversation, introducing others, or simply being genuinely curious, each small act of courage builds trust and connection.

👉 Stay tuned for Part 3: Follow-Up is Where the Magic Happens. Great networking doesn’t end when the event does.

10/21/2025

Networking Series | Part 1: 💪 Prep Before You Step In

Before you walk into any networking event, preparation is everything.

It’s not just about your talking points, it’s about your mindset.
Whether that means listening to a motivating podcast, playing your favorite song, or taking a few deep breaths in the car, the goal is to walk in feeling confident, open, and ready to connect.

Once you’re there, don’t try to impress everyone. Instead, focus on being present and approachable, and have a short elevator speech ready, just 15–30 seconds to cover:
• Who you are
• Who you serve
• Why you do it

Skip the long list of services. Lead with sincerity and purpose. People remember how you made them feel far more than what you said.

👉 Tune in next week for Part 2: The Networking Routine, how to make networking a consistent, meaningful part of your growth.

10/16/2025

Happy Boss’s Day!
To all you Bada$$ people taking care of your staff and your community!

10/15/2025

🤝 Networking is Relationship-Building, Not Selling

In the home care industry, networking isn’t about pushing your services; it’s about building real relationships. Whether you’re talking to healthcare partners, referral sources, or community members, the goal is connection, not conversion.

When you approach networking with curiosity and authenticity, you create trust, and trust leads to opportunity.

This is just the start of our new Networking Series, where we’ll dive deeper each week into:
2️⃣ Prep Before You Step In
3️⃣ The Networking Routine: At Least One Per Week
4️⃣ Follow-Up is Where the Magic Happens
5️⃣ Why It Matters in the Caregiving World

Tune in each week for practical strategies to strengthen your professional network and grow your agency the right way.

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10/10/2025

Non-home-care related.
PAID GIG in Houston
Sunday Oct. 19th for 3 hours in the afternoon.
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10/07/2025

Recruiting the Right Way Starts with the Heart

Most caregivers don’t choose this work for the paycheck; they choose it because it fulfills them. They lead with their hearts, and your recruiting ads need to speak to that.

When you invest in caregivers (through training, recognition, and even making your software systems more user-friendly), you show them that you value both their time and their purpose. Frustration can push them away, but empowerment builds loyalty.

👉 Want to build a caregiver recruiting and retention strategy that truly works? Book a free call with Candyce today. Let’s strengthen your agency from the inside out.

🔗 https://www.slusherconsulting.com/contactus

10/01/2025

Education is Empowerment

When you invest in caregiver training, you’re not just checking a box; you’re showing your team they have room to grow, gain skills, and become more marketable professionals.

Pair that with a simple reward system: Caregiver of the Month, perfect attendance, or even a gift card with a personal thank you. You’ll build loyalty, trust, and motivation.

Caregivers need to know they’re valued. When they feel supported, they give their best to your clients.

👉 Want to build caregiver education and reward systems that actually work? Book a complimentary call with Candyce today to develop a customized strategy for your agency.

🔗 https://www.slusherconsulting.com/contactus