There are many opportunities to network in addition to attending a networking event. Many of these opportunities are in social situations when you least expect to be having a conversation about your business. Other situations, such as when you are conversing with your insurance agent or financial planner are great times to network because of the subject matter of protecting assets particularly when the discussion is centered around the "health" of your business and when you expect to retire.

Be creative when thinking about growing your business through networking. A little thought and creativity can go a long way.