S01: Becoming a People Magnet and Networking Queen with Puno Puno

Puno is a digital entrepreneur who works with her husband Daniel. She is the founder of ILOVECREATIVES, a Craigslist for creative people. PEOPLEMAP, an Instagram marketing tool. And MADEWITHMAP, an Instagram account that celebrates people an their journeys.

Puno just changed her last name to Puno. She’s now legally Puno Puno. I feel like I don’t have to say much more to explain how cool she is. It’s pretty obvious that Puno marches to the beat of her own drum, and that beat is super contagious. She was SO herself the second I met her that I couldn't help but be my honest self too. Something I’d hope I could do no matter what, but it’s a tribute to Puno’s genuine nature and expressive personality.

This has helped her throughout her career and in all the different projects she has created. Her ability to make people want to connect with her, and connect with her easily, has given her creations a jolt of growth that many people struggle to find. Sometimes the difference between success and the struggle to find success lies in small x-factors. Little ways that our personalities shine through our work, and can cause people to run towards or away from whatever we’re doing.

Puno is magnet for people. A natural networker, who makes it seem like more of a lifestyle than a conscious decision. Puno is a doer. Someone who’s not afraid to quit her job, work from home, turn down an acquisition offer from Pinterest, and change her last name to her first name. There’s only one Puno Puno. 

Find Puno Online:

Website - http://www.punodostres.com/

Facebook - @punodostres

Instagram - @punodostres

Twitter - @punodostres

Some Questions I Ask:

• Why is it hard to travel and execute an idea? (17:10)
• How did you balance three different creative endeavors at the same time? (25:36)
• What have the different projects you do brought to your life? (28:17)
• How would you advise someone to become a great networker and meet great people? (29:54)
• How do network but not come across as if you’re using the person? (31:04) 

In This Episode, You Will Learn About:

• Balancing multiple creative projects successfully
• Keeping the work in your life fresh and in line with your lifestyle
• How to create a great network of people in your life naturally 
• When ignore your ego and do the right thing for yourself
• Tips to working with your partner

Music Composed by John Zarcone