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The Handshake That Led to a $10 Million Deal

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Some handshakes? Forgettable.

A quick grip at a networking event. A bland introduction at a meeting.

But the right handshake?

Can change your entire career.

Today’s story is about Louie Calabrese—a financial advisor stuck in the mid-tier market, spinning his wheels… until one handshake led to a $10 million client. No aggressive pitch. No flashy presentation. Just presence, positioning, and timing.

🎯 Inside this episode:

  • How elite deals start long before the sales conversation
  • Why affluent clients judge you in the first five seconds
  • The art of making your introduction unforgettable in wealthy circles

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