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I'm pleased to interview one of our Biz Book Pub Hub Partners. Our Hub Partners are experts who support entrepreneurs along their author journey.  Today's guest is a seasoned voiceover coach, audiobook narrator, and technologist dedicated to helping authors bring their books to life in audio format. With nearly 50 years of experience in broadcasting, voice work, and on-camera acting, he understands the nuances of performance, production, and the power of storytelling through sound. As the creator of Narrate Your Own Book, he specializes in teaching authors how to narrate their own audiobooks with confidence and professionalism. His comprehensive program goes beyond basic recording techniques, offering training in performance, technical skills, and industry standards, ensuring authors produce high-quality audiobooks they can be proud of. Through his award-winning VOHeroes training program, he has coached thousands of students, guiding them through the art, science, and business of audiobook narration. His mission is to equip authors with the skills and tools they need to transform their written words into engaging audio experiences that meet professional standards on platforms like Audible's ACX. Please join me in welcoming David H. Lawrence XVII.  In this episode, we discuss the following: Empowering Authors: Learn how David is giving power back to authors by teaching them to narrate their own audiobooks, transforming written words into engaging audio experiences. Audiobook Revolution: Understand the growing demand for audiobooks and why authors should consider this medium from the get-go to reach wider audiences and enhance their brand. Tailored Training: Explore David's comprehensive program that equips authors with the skills to produce professional standard audiobooks, providing support in performance as well as technical skills. Audience Connection: Uncover the value of authenticity and why, for many authors, narrating their own work can create a deeper connection with their audience, meeting them with true voice and passion. Links LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube. www.narrateyourownbook.com Biz Book Pub Hub Premier Partner Books mentioned in this episode: “Don't Just Hit Publish: Launch Your Book An Entrepreneur's Guide to Reviews and Revenue” by Robbie Samuels “Break Out of Boredom: Low-Tech Solutions for Highly Engaging Zoom Events” by Robbie Samuels “Small List, Big Results: Launch an Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List” by Robbie Samuels “Croissants vs Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences” by Robbie Samuels Other Resources Listen to my episode with Elissa D. Hecker and her Biz Book Pub Hub Partner Profile. Learn more about Audible ACX. Learn more about Speechify. Learn more about Grammarly. Learn more about Audacity. Learn more about Headliner. Learn more about Audio Cupcake. Check out the Audio Technica AT2040 microphone.  Check out the Shure SM58 microphone.  Robbie's Resources Schedule a complimentary book launch brainstorming session: www.BookLaunchBrainstorm.com.  Find all the archived podcast episodes, plus an invitation to free virtual networking events for writers and authors, AND Hub Partners ready to help entrepreneurs become successful authors: www.BizBookPubHub.com Join the waitlist for the next Kindle Cross-Promotion Campaign for business authors: www.BizKindlePromo.com Subscribing (or following) and leaving a rating and review wherever you are listening helps this podcast be discovered.  Biz Book Pub Hub features interviews with experts who help entrepreneurs become successful authors and author panels discussing the ROI of publishing a business book.   Tune in for frank conversations about the ups and downs of the author journey. Find out what common mistakes you can avoid and what resources you can use to ensure your effort leads to business growth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I'm pleased to interview one of our Biz Book Publishing Hub's Founding Partners. Our Hub Partners are experts who support entrepreneurs along their author journey.  Today's guest is a bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and international Author Success Coach who specializes in helping coaches, trainers, speakers, and experts build profitable author funnels through their books.  She founded a global publishing agency dedicated to guiding overwhelmed yet purpose-driven authors on their transformative journey of self-discovery through the publishing process. Focusing on business and self-help books, she offers a full range of services to ensure that every author receives customized support tailored to their unique needs. Having assisted over 500 clients from 35 countries, she is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within her team and clientele. Through her agency, she empowers aspiring authors to position themselves as trusted experts in their fields—even if writing isn't their strongest skill. Her programs include everything from book writing and editing to cover design and marketing strategies.  Please join me in welcoming Jyotsna Ramachandran.  In this episode, we discuss:

Welcome to the very first Biz Book Publishing Hub Podcast episode!  After 8+ years of hosting On the Schmooze, I'm rebranding my show to the Biz Book Publishing Hub Podcast.  This podcast is a game-changer for aspiring business authors, and even those who have successfully published their books will learn a thing or two to help them raise their visibility and their book's visibility. Tune into today's episode to discover why I made this shift and why I believe listening to this show will help you achieve your business goals. The Biz Book Publishing Hub inspired this podcast. I brought together more than 50 experts who help entrepreneurs become successful authors and navigate every step of the author journey. I interview these experts to find out how they support authors and what advice they have for writers and authors. I also interview author panels about the ROI of publishing a business book. These authors all selected the VIP level for one of my Kindle Cross-Promotion Campaigns. Our conversations have been frank, and you'll learn what common missteps to avoid and novel marketing ideas for your book. Why listen in? ➡️ Transform your book launch strategy and achieve measurable success.

Today's guest is known as "The Rapid Growth Guy." With a track record of overseeing five multimillion-dollar business success stories by the age of 30, he has earned accolades such as being named a Top 30 Sales Professional by Global Gurus and being recognized as the 2023 Sales Kickoff Speaker of the Year by Selling Power Magazine. He is also the founder of Introvertu.com and the bestselling author of The Introvert's Edge book series, which includes titles like "The Introvert's Edge to Networking: Work the Room. Leverage Social Media. Develop Powerful Connections." His books have sold over 100,000 copies and been translated into 15 languages. In addition to his literary success, he is the charismatic host of The Introvert's Edge Podcast and the Better Business Coach® Podcast, where he shares invaluable insights and strategies for business success. His expertise and insights have transformed thousands of struggling or plateaued small businesses, propelling them into momentum and growth. From working with major companies like Electrolux, Oracle, and Microsoft to launching the Small Business Festival, ranked as a Top-3 business conference by Inc., he is committed to sharing his Rapid Growth System with entrepreneurs and business owners worldwide. Please join me in welcoming Matthew Pollard.  Would you leave an honest rating and review on Apple Podcast? They are extremely helpful, and I read each and every one of them. Thanks for the inspiration!   Join us on On the Schmooze as Robbie Samuels interviews Matthew Pollard, the "rapid growth guy," in an insightful conversation about overcoming challenges, networking strategies, and achieving authentic leadership. In this episode, we discuss:

Today's guest is a Wall Street lawyer turned talk show host, social dynamics expert, and entrepreneur, whose affinity for social influence, interpersonal dynamics, and social engineering has led him to, and through, many unique situations. He spent several years abroad, speaks five languages, and has worked for various governments and NGOs overseas. His travel took him through war zones and got him kidnapped twice. He will tell you the only reason he is alive today is because of his innate ability to talk his way into, and out of, almost any situation. Now, after co-hosting a top 50 iTunes podcast for over a decade, achieving almost four million downloads a month during its prime, he has embarked on a new adventure: running his own podcast show, where he deconstructs the playbooks of the most successful entrepreneurs, celebrities, writers, and experts on earth to share their strategies, perspectives, and insights with his listeners. Along with his podcast show, he is one of the best and most sought-after coaches in the world because of his business sense, extensive knowledge of the industry, and his contemporary approach to teaching. Please join me in welcoming Jordan Harbinger. Explore the captivating journey of Jordan Harbinger, from a Wall Street lawyer to a renowned talk show host and leadership expert, as he shares insights on adaptability, global experiences, and intentional networking. In this episode, we discuss:

Today's guest is a sought-after speaker who has shared the platform with everyone from today's business leaders and broadcast personalities to even a former U.S. President.  A prolific author of books on sales, marketing, and influence, for years he was best known for his book “Endless Referrals” - that is until he released “The Go-Giver” a business parable he co-authored. It joined The Wall Street Journal and BusinessWeek Bestseller lists, sold over 850,000 copies, has been translated into 28 languages, and inspired a book series. The most recent parable in the Go-Giver Series is The Go-Giver Influencer. The American Management Association named him one of the Top 30 Leaders in Business and he was named one of the Top 200 Most Influential Authors in the World by Richtopia. Please join me in welcoming Bob Burg.  Discover the keys to effective leadership and influence with renowned speaker and author Bob Burg as he shares invaluable insights and experiences in this engaging episode. In this episode, we discuss: ⭐ Bob discusses the essence of leadership as a collaborative endeavor, where aligning personal and collective goals is paramount for success. ⭐ Gain insights from his journey as he navigates the nuances of transitioning from sales to leadership positions, offering valuable lessons in adaptation and growth. ⭐ Discover Bob's perspective on effective leadership, advocating for a shift from coercive "push" tactics to empowering "pull" strategies that inspire genuine engagement and commitment. ⭐ Explore his nuanced understanding of influence as he distinguishes between manipulation and persuasion, shedding light on ethical practices that foster authentic connections and meaningful relationships. Unlock the secrets of success with Bob Burg, where every listener becomes a Go-Giver in the game of influence! Links Bob Burg on LinkedIn and Twitter. www.thegogiver.com  Books mentioned in this episode: “Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences” by Robbie Samuels "The Go-Giver: A Little Story About a Powerful Business Idea" by Bob Burg “Adversaries into Allies: Win People Over Without Manipulation or Coercion” by Bob Burg “It's Not About You: A Little Story About What Matters Most in Business” by Bob Burg “The Art of Persuasion: Winning Without Intimidation” by Bob Burg “Endless Referrals” by Bob Burg “The Art of Talking so People Will Listen: Getting Through to Family, Friends, & Business Associates” by Paul W. Swets “Pre-Suasion: A Revolutionary Way to Influence and Persuade” by Robert Cialdini  “Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion” by Dr. Robert Cialdini “48 Laws of Power” by Robert Greene “Profit First: Transform Your Business from a Cash-Eating Monster to a Money-Making Machine” by Mike Michalowicz On the Schmooze is a podcast that features interviews with talented professionals who have overcome challenges to achieve success. I ask probing questions, and guests share untold stories about their leadership journey and how they built and sustained their professional network. Subscribing (or following) and leaving a rating and review wherever you are listening helps this podcast be discovered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two decades ago, Business Week said today's guest “may be the ultimate entrepreneur for the Information Age,” because he's as focused on spreading ideas as the ideas themselves. He is a world-renowned speaker and author of 18 books that have been bestsellers around the world and have been translated into more than 35 languages. Entrepreneur said his blog was “one of the most-loved marketing blogs on the internet.” He writes about the post-industrial revolution, the way ideas spread, marketing, quitting leadership, and most of all, changing everything. Some of his most well-known books include “Linchpin,” “Tribes,” “The Dip,” and “Purple Cow.” At the time of this interview, his latest book was “This Is Marketing.”  He has founded several companies including Yoyodyne and Squidoo – and he is the founder of altMBA and The Marketing Seminar, online workshops that have transformed the work of thousands of people. In recognition of his ability to create and spread powerful ideas, he was inducted into the American Marketing Association's Marketing Hall of Fame. Please join me in welcoming Seth Godin. Dive into an insightful conversation with Seth Godin as he shares wisdom on leadership, marketing, and the power of spreading ideas to create positive change in the world. In this episode, we discuss: ⭐ Seth emphasizes the importance of earning trust in leadership, discerning who genuinely aligns with your vision and those who don't. ⭐ Learn from his journey as he shares insights on accepting failure, discovering his leadership strengths, and the essence of true marketing that brings about meaningful change. ⭐ Gain valuable perspectives on education, parenting, and future skills as Seth discusses how schools cultivate compliance and the role of parents in nurturing essential skills in children. ⭐ Explore his marketing philosophy centered around clarity of purpose, understanding the audience's needs, and maintaining an abundance mindset focused on giving rather than receiving.  Listen to this episode with Seth Godin for a marketing masterclass that'll leave you feeling like you've hit the jackpot of ideas! Links Seth Godin on Twitter and LinkedIn www. sethgodin.com www.seth.blog Seth's podcast: Akimbo Sonder – n. the realization that each random passerby is living a life as vivid and complex as your own. Watch 2-minute video from “Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows.” Books mentioned in this episode: “Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences” by Robbie Samuels “This is Marketing: You Can't Be Seen Until You Learn to See” by Seth Godin Seth's written nearly 20 books. You'll find them all, including “Linchpin,” “Tribes,” “The Dip,” “Purple Cow” at his Amazon Author Page. On the Schmooze is a podcast that features interviews with talented professionals who have overcome challenges to achieve success. I ask probing questions, and guests share untold stories about their leadership journey and how they built and sustained their professional network. Subscribing (or following) and leaving a rating and review wherever you are listening helps this podcast be discovered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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With Robbie Samuels, a virtual event design consultant, a professional speaker, TEDx speaker, Harvard Business Review contributor, who has been featured in numerous leading business publications and business books, an Executive Zoom Producer, who helps organizations strategically move their in-person events online with less stress and greater participant engagement, is an out transgender owner of Robbie Samuels LLC, a certified LGBT Business Enterprise. Recognized as a “networking expert” by Harvard Business Review Ascend, Forbes, Lifehacker, and Inc, and as an “industry expert in the field of digital event design” by JDC Events, Robbie's goal is to help you make the most of your virtual event experiences. He is a Certified Virtual Convener and Certified Virtual Presenter. His event clients are national and statewide advocacy organizations, including Feeding America and California WIC Association. He is also the author of three books “Break Out of Boredom: Low-Tech Solutions for Highly Engaging Zoom Events,” “Small List, Big Results: Launch a Successful Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List,” and “Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences.” Collectively they have received over 650 Amazon reviews and reached #1 best seller in 29 categories across four countries. During our conversation, Robbie shares the secrets and tips around mastering virtual events, including strategies in designing more transformative, engaging, and inclusive online experiences, incorporating purpose-first design to create sessions, enhancing virtual presentations by utilizing improved online facilitation techniques, designing breakout rooms that foster intentional engagement, and applying these online facilitation and event design concepts to any virtual platform. To listen to the podcast and access the show notes and any other resources mentioned in this episode, visit us at www.legalwebsitewarrior.com/podcast.

If you're feeling frustrated and unfulfilled because your attempts to improve networking skills and build meaningful relationships are falling short, then you are not alone! Despite attending events, exchanging business cards, and sending follow-up emails, you may still find yourself lacking the connections and opportunities you desire.In this episode, you will be able to:Understand the importance of intentionality in the networking process for enhanced results.Apply practical in-person and virtual networking methods to step up your engagement game.Build strong relationships emphasizing collaboration rather than merely swapping business cards.Leverage modern virtual tools to strengthen connections and broaden your networking horizons.Recognize networking as a method to offer support to others, enhancing your personal and professional growth.My special guest is Robbie Samuels, a networking virtuoso with a passion for creating meaningful connections. His expertise has been recognized by NPR, PCMA, and Forbes, proving his skills are in high demand by industry leaders. As a virtual event design consultant and executive Zoom producer, Robbie has honed his craft in relationship-building, eventually becoming a TEDx speaker and Harvard Business Review contributor. He's also the author of three books, the latest being "Break Out of Boredom: Low Tech Solutions for Highly Engaging Zoom Events." www.robbiesamuels.comPurchase a copy of "Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences" here! Support the showBecome an Insider and get a special shout-out and thank-you on a future episode! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1809038/supporters/newPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/communication-twentyfourseven/id1576764160Order your copy of "Cracking the Rich Code" today at https://www.communicationtwentyfourseven.com/product-page/cracking-the-rich-code. Use code 'PODCAST' and get 20% off at checkout.Join The Rich Code Club and take your business and life to the next level! Click here. Are you a podcast host looking for a great guest or a guest looking for a great podcast? Join PodMatch! Click here.Host a live stream, record an episode, deliver a webinar, and stream it all to multiple social media platforms! Try StreamYard today for free! Click here.Record and edit your podcast episodes with the easiest-to-use drag-and-drop tools available! Try Alitu today! Click here. Join Inno...

In this episode of the Road to Growth podcast, we are pleased to introduce you to Robbie Samuels. Robbie is an author, speaker, and business growth strategy coach recognized as a networking expert by Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Lifehacker, and Inc. He is also a virtual event design consultant and executive Zoom producer recognized as an industry expert in the field of digital event design by JDC Events. Robbie is the author of "Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences" and "Small List, Big Results: Launch a Successful Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List." He is a Harvard Business Review contributor. His clients include thought leaders, entrepreneurial women, associations, national, and statewide advocacy organizations, women's leadership summits, including Feeding America, California WIC Association, and AmeriCorps. Robbie is the host of the On the Schmooze podcast and #NoMoreBadZoom Virtual Happy Hours.   Learn more and connect with Robbie Samuels by visiting him on   Website: https://robbiesamuels.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RobbieSamuelsPage/ Twitter : https://twitter.com/robbiesamuels Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robbiesamuels/   Be sure to follow us on Twitter: Twitter.com/to_growth on Facebook: facebook.com/Road2Growth   Subscribe to our podcast across the web: https://www.theenriquezgroup.com/blog Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Cdmacc iTunes: https://apple.co/2F4zAcn Castbox: http://bit.ly/2F4NfQq Google Play: http://bit.ly/2TxUYQ2 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKnzMRkl-PurAb32mCLCMeA?view_as=subscriber   If you are looking to be a Guest on Podcasts please click below  https://kitcaster.com/rtg/  For any San Diego Real Estate Questions Please Follow Us at web: www.TheEnriquezGroup.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKnzMRkl-PurAb32mCLCMeA or Call : 858 -345 - 7829 Recently reduced properties in San Diego County * Click **** bit.ly/3cbT65C **** Here* ****************************************************************************

Connie's motivational quote for today is by – Pierre Omidyar, “We have the technology, finally, that for the first time in human history allows people to really maintain rich connections with much larger numbers of people.”   YouTube: https://youtu.be/flJ6r2ApTEg   Check Out These Highlights:  Have you ever gotten a great idea for a new program, spent a few months putting together the sales page and recorded professional videos, and gotten a ho-hum response when you launched?    You may have then identified your smallish email list as the problem and set about fixing that, but what if you could successfully launch no matter the size of your list? What if your likely prospects could tell you exactly the problem, they want you to solve and exactly how to describe your program? That's possible if you take the time to build a list of likely prospects from your existing network, host research calls, and validate your big idea with a pilot program.    Doing so will save you money, time, and effort - and likely lead to some unexpected opportunities.    About Robbie Samuels:   Robbie is an author, speaker, and business growth strategy coach recognized as a networking expert by Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Lifehacker, and Inc.  He is also a virtual event design consultant and executive Zoom producer recognized as an industry expert in the field of digital event design.    Robbie is the author of "Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences" and "Small List, Big Results: Launch a Successful Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List."   He is a Harvard Business Review contributor. Robbie is the host of the On the Schmooze podcast and #NoMoreBadZoom Virtual Happy Hours.   How to Get in Touch With Robbie Samuels:   Website:  http://www.robbiesamuels.com/ Email:  ROBBIE@ROBBIESAMUELS.COM Free Big Results Toolkit:  http://www.SmallListBigResults.com   Stalk me online! LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/conniewhitman Download Free Communication Style Assessment: https://www.changingthesalesgame.com/communication-style-assessment  All-Star Community:  https://changingthesalesgame.mykajabi.com/All-Star-Community   Subscribe and listen to the Changing the Sales Game Podcast on your favorite podcast streaming service or on YouTube.  New episodes post every week - listen to Connie dive into new sales and business topics or problems you may have in your business.

Robbie Samuels is an author, speaker, and business growth strategy coach recognized as a networking expert by Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Lifehacker, and Inc. He is also an event design consultant and executive Zoom producer recognized as an industry expert in the field of digital event design by JDC Events. His clients include thought leaders, entrepreneurial women, and national and statewide advocacy organizations, including Feeding America and California WIC Association. His books “Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences” and “Small List, Big Results: Launch a Successful Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List” have collectively received 400 Amazon reviews and reached #1 in eleven paid categories. He is a TEDx speaker, Harvard Business Review contributor, and has been featured in numerous leading business publications and business books. Since 2016 he has hosted the On the Schmooze podcast and since 2020 #NoMoreBadZoom Virtual Happy Hours. ************** Together we have prepared some free giveaway for our audience who are ready to start your next chapter as a creator/entrepreneur: https://www.robbiesamuels.com/feigiveaway Visit https://www.robbiesamuels.com/fei - download "Small List, Big Results" (over 200 Amazon reviews) bonus content, The Big Results Toolkit. Contains several resources to help you implement the strategies in the book, including a 30-minute training. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/feisworld/message

Robbie Samuels is an author, speaker, and business growth strategy coach recognized as a networking expert by Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Lifehacker, and Inc. He is also a virtual event design consultant and executive Zoom producer recognized as an industry expert in the field of digital event design by JDC Events. Robbie is the author of "Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences" and "Small List, Big Results: Launch a Successful Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List." He is a Harvard Business Review contributor. His clients include thought leaders, entrepreneurial women, associations, national, and statewide advocacy organizations, women's leadership summits, including Feeding America, California WIC Association, and AmeriCorps. Robbie is the host of the On the Schmooze podcast and #NoMoreBadZoom Virtual Happy Hours. In this episode, Virginia and Robbie Talk about:  How Robbie got started in networking  9 ways to network in a pandemic  How to be valuable as a guest at an event  Do's and Don'ts of Hosting your own zoom training  Croissants vs Bagels  How to leverage your existing network  Takeaways: You can form deep connections in the digital world Be picky about the spaces you spend time in  If you can't find an opportunity – make one Be the first to drop a resource in the chat People want content and connection Build a runway Relationships are the answer to meeting 80% of our challenges Connect with Robbie: Website: www.RobbieSamuels.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/robbiesamuelspage LinkedIn:   www.linkedin.com/in/robbiesamuels Robbie wants to meet: Pat Flynn  

Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Overcast Support the Show. Get the AudioBook! AudioBook: Audible| Kobo| Authors Direct | Google Play | Apple Summary Hey everyone. Stay tuned to the end of the interview where I'll give you some actionable insights that I learned from my guest. These insights are also in the show notes. As always, thanks for listening. Now on to my guest for today, Robbie Samuels, networking and virtual event expert, podcast host, community creator, and author of Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences and Small List, Big Results: Launch a Successful Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List.  Robbie Samuels started out working in nonprofits and developing expertise in networking. He wrote his first book, launched a group coaching program and podcast, and was a TedX speaker. His specialty was helping people with their networking skills at conferences. So when COVID hit, he had to do some major rethinking. The question he asked was: “How do I show up and add value?”  His answer was to become skilled in hosting virtual events and doing virtual networking. He launched the free virtual #NoMoreBadZoom networking happy hour and soon was being called upon to help organizations host and facilitate virtual events with a focus on increasing engagement and participation. From there, his business really took off. His second book, Small List, Big Results, is based on his experiences building a business and helping others do so, too. Robbie explains how his vision of being of service is key to business-building and networking and how it's helped him to succeed. Now, let's get better together. Actionable Insights Robbie says that the pandemic enabled him and other entrepreneurs to try things out without worrying too much about failing, because “nobody else was looking.” Consider how this might apply to your own ventures. What would you do if nobody else was looking?  Robbie explains his marketing strategy as being “anti-funnel” in that he offers a variety of programs that allow people to get value when and where they are ready to do so. The cost of a lower-tier program can be applied to a higher-tier program, if the customer decides it's right. If not, that's fine with him. Building trust in relationships is paramount.  Talk to and learn from the people you are trying to serve. Do your research and ask questions while you're in the process of building your service or product. Don't just build it and expect people to come.  Links to Explore Further  Robbiesamuels.com/ethos Contentandconnectionclub.com  Podcast: On the Schmooze Robbie Samuels on LinkedIn Small List Big Results No More Mad Zoom Meetings Croissants vs Bagels Keep In Touch Book or Blog or Twitter or LinkedIn or JSYPR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

76% of people say networking is the top driver for attending an event, but the amount that have a plan to achieve that goal is much smaller. With many events having moved to a digital platform, networking has become harder - and yet, even more critical to success. To help understand the problem, and find some answers, we've invited Robbie Samuels to join us. Robbie is a networking expert, consultant, and advisor. He is also the author of Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences and Small List, Big Results: Launch a Successful Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List, plus, he is the host of the podcast On The Schmooze. The arrival of the pandemic meant the end of in-person conferences, but as restrictions are loosening, we are starting to see these events return. We discuss what the post-pandemic conference scene will look like. Robbie explains that there is still great importance for in-person events, but they will have to be more thoughtful and meaningful than ever before. We also discuss the undeniable value of virtual events. Robbie explains that many of the tricks of the trade used by keynote speakers in person simply don't work on a small screen. He compares in-person speaking to a theatrical performance, and virtual events to a television show, where production and delivery is very different. Robbie gives examples to help speakers make changes to their delivery and connect with the audience in either style. Lastly, we discuss how the virtual environment has changed business models. No longer can keynote speakers rely solely on big conference gigs. Robbie discusses the diverse platform you need to deliver content, and how you can continue to provide in-person value - digitally! Robbie has a special offer for our listeners! Click HERE to get The Big Results Toolkit for Free! Three Key Takeaways: Thought Leaders need to have a clear plan to achieve networking goals at both in-person and virtual events. When delivering thought leadership content virtually, consider changing the pace every seven minutes to keep the audience engaged. Don't rely too much on one method of income for thought leadership. By diversifying your business model, you'll increase revenue and protect yourself from future disruptions.

More on YouTube? Check the video version on YoutubeRobbie Samuels is an author, speaker, and business growth strategy coach recognized as a networking expert by Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Lifehacker, and Inc. He is also a virtual event design consultant and executive Zoom producer recognized as an industry expert in the field of digital event design by JDC Events.Robbie is the author of "Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences" and "Small List, Big Results: Launch a Successful Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List." He is a Harvard Business Review contributor.His clients include thought leaders, entrepreneurial women, associations, national, and statewide advocacy organizations, women's leadership summits, including Feeding America, California WIC Association, and AmeriCorps.Robbie is the host of the On the Schmooze podcast and #NoMoreBadZoom Virtual Happy Hours.Freebies:www.RobbieSamuels.com/axel - download The Big Results Toolkit, which has several resources to help you implement the strategies in "Small List, Big Results: Launch a Successful Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List."Quotes:"So to me, I think commitment, consistency, and the idea that you're going to consistently improve too. So I really believe that 5% better each time you do something that compounded ability to improve. These are the things that have driven me and my success." - RobbieStart taking action right NOW!Goal-setting the right way! Hesitant to make the first step towards real estate investing? Axel learned the hard way- but you DON'T have to start that way. Feel free to talk to him :)Connect with us through social! We'd love to build a community of like-minded people like YOU!

Robbie Samuels is an author, speaker, and business growth strategy coach recognized as a networking expert by Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Lifehacker, and Inc. He is also a virtual event design consultant and executive Zoom producer recognized as an industry expert in the field of digital event design by JDC Events. Robbie is the author of "Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences" and "Small List, Big Results: Launch a Successful Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List." He is a Harvard Business Review contributor. His clients include thought leaders, entrepreneurial women, associations, national, and statewide advocacy organizations, women's leadership summits, including Feeding America, California WIC Association, and AmeriCorps. Robbie is the host of the On the Schmooze podcast and #NoMoreBadZoom Virtual Happy Hours.   Most passionate about I have multiple tracks in my business. I do one-on-one coaching, group programs, all about helping people build an audience before they try to launch an offer. I also work with my virtual event clients on bringing their events online with less stress and greater participant engagement. What had been somewhat dormant, but is just starting to come back, is working with organizations around their in-person events to help them become more engaging and to really support their participants through what, for many, is their first experience at an in-person event. Robbie's career and story I spent 15 years organizing fundraising events and doing major gift work. On the side, I started speaking and showing people how to network. I was working with boards of directors and foundations. I did both of those things for about five years. Eventually, I realized that there was a possible career in doing this full-time. In 2015, I left my comfortable and safe career to really see if this thing I'd been doing for five years was going to turn into something. That's when I decided to launch a podcast, which came out a year later. I launched my first book, which today has 191 reviews on Amazon. I then got a chance to do a TEDx. Every year, I had different opportunities. I was well on my way to being an overnight success, 10 years in the making, when everything got upended in March 2020. Best advice for entrepreneurs My second book is called Small List, Big Results: Launch a Successful Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List. That subtitle belies the fact that, a lot of times, as entrepreneurs, as experts, we get really excited about some kind of solution, some kind of offer. We get some kind of program offer—an online course app, whatever the modality is. And we rush out to market to tell people about it. The marketplace basically responds with “Who are you? What is this? Nope, I don't need this.” And we're just shocked. I think the better approach would be to not create solutions in a vacuum, but to invite input from your most likely prospects. The biggest, most critical failure with customers I mentioned this in my latest book. When my first book came out, I didn't have a very clear plan for what kind of offer would come from it. But I had a pilot in mind, and I did run a successful pilot. I got great feedback. When I went to sell the next iteration, I created a landing page and took video testimonials and written testimonials from the few people who'd gone through the initial pilot. I had 250 people view the landing page. But they did not contact me to learn more about the program. So, the problem wasn't my ability to get the word out. But in that same span of time, several people reached out to me, asking for other types of services and other types of support. That was when I really started to understand that the packaging wasn't matching. People were seeing me as a resource, but they didn't see the program as a solution. Biggest success with customers

Robbie Samuels is an author, speaker, and business growth strategy coach recognized as a networking expert by Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Lifehacker, and Inc. He is also a virtual event design consultant and executive Zoom producer recognized as an industry expert in the field of digital event design by JDC Events. Robbie is the author of "Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences" and "Small List, Big Results: Launch a Successful Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List." He is a Harvard Business Review contributor. His clients include thought leaders, entrepreneurial women, associations, national, and statewide advocacy organizations, women's leadership summits, including Feeding America, California WIC Association, and AmeriCorps. Robbie is the host of the On the Schmooze podcast and #NoMoreBadZoom Virtual Happy Hours.

SHOW NOTES Robbie Samuels is an author, speaker, and business growth strategy coach recognized as a networking expert by Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Lifehacker, and Inc. He is also a virtual event design consultant and executive Zoom producer recognized as an industry expert in the field of digital event design by JDC Events. Robbie is the author of “Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences” and “Small List, Big Results: Launch a Successful Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List.” He is a Harvard Business Review contributor. His clients include thought leaders, entrepreneurial women, associations, national, and statewide advocacy organizations, women's leadership summits, including Feeding America, California WIC Association, and AmeriCorps. Robbie's previous Shareable appearance: What it means to be inclusive Get in touch with Robbie The Big Results ToolkitRobbie on TwitterRobbie on LinkedinRobbie on InstagramRobbie on FacebookRobbie on Youtube Subscribe on your favorite podcast app Connect with Jeff The post #191: Masterclass: How to build a market before launching an offer | Robbie Samuels appeared first on Shareable.

  SHOW NOTES Robbie Samuels is an author, speaker, and business growth strategy coach recognized as a networking expert by Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Lifehacker, and Inc. He is also a virtual event design consultant and executive Zoom producer recognized as an industry expert in the field of digital event design by JDC Events. Robbie is the author of "Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences" and "Small List, Big Results: Launch a Successful Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List." He is a Harvard Business Review contributor. His clients include thought leaders, entrepreneurial women, associations, national, and statewide advocacy organizations, women's leadership summits, including Feeding America, California WIC Association, and AmeriCorps. Robbie's previous Shareable appearance: What it means to be inclusive Get in touch with Robbie The Big Results Toolkit Robbie on Twitter Robbie on Linkedin Robbie on Instagram Robbie on Facebook Robbie on Youtube Subscribe on your favorite podcast app Connect with Jeff

There will be some big aha moments in today's conversation. First off, you can be successful even if your email list is small. Also, your list may be more extensive than you initially thought. Your prospects aren't limited. We all have to start somewhere, so everyone's list is small at some point. Fortunately, I have a networking expert here to teach us how to lean into our network and find the right potential customers, whether we are just starting or changing our offering and expertise. Robbie Samuels is a Virtual Event Design Consultant and Executive Zoom Producer. He provides virtual event design strategies and relationship-based business strategies. It's his goal to help us make the most of our virtual event experiences. He's the host of the On The Schmooze podcast, where he interviews professionals who've achieved success in their field or industry. He's the author of Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences and Small List, Big Results: Launch a Successful Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List, which we are talking about today.  Some of the things we talk about are how your network can be an extension of your list. You can also bring your network with you no matter what you're working on. We mean people you know, have met, and social platform friends. We talk about getting clear on who you intend to serve and not serve. Mindset is a big part of this. Don't presume you know what others will be interested in. We also touch on being clear about who you serve, translating into referrals. Robbie gives us a step-by-step breakdown of how he wakes up his network. We talk about Zoom calls, listening intentionally, and more list and networking gold.  And be sure to subscribe to The Self-Employed Life in Apple podcasts or follow us on Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts so you don't miss an episode. Everything you need can all be found at jeffreyshaw.com  Robbie Samuels thank you so much for being here! Remember, you might be in business FOR yourself but you are not in business BY yourself.  Be your best self. Be proud and keep changing the world.   Guest Contact – Robbie Samuels The Big Results Tool Kit On The Schmooze  Robbie Samuels LinkedIn Small List, Big Results: Launch a Successful Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences Robbie Samuels YouTube Robbie Samuels Facebook Robbie Samuels Instagram Nancy Michaels Interiors Profit First   Contact Jeffrey – Website Coaching support My book, LINGO: Discover Your Ideal Customer's Secret Language and Make Your Business Irresistible is now available! Watch my TEDx LincolnSquare video and please share!   Valuable complimentary resources to help you-   The Self-Employed Business Institute- You know you're really good at what you do. You're talented, you have a skill set. The problem is you're probably in a field where there is no business education. This is common amongst self-employed people! And, there's no business education out there for us! You also know that being self-employed is unique and you need better strategies, coaching, support, and accountability. The Self-Employed Business Institute, a five-month online education is exactly what you need. Check it out!   Take The Self-Employed Assessment! Ever feel like you're all over the place? Or frustrated it seems like you have everything you need for your business success but it's somehow not coming together? Take this short quiz to discover the biggest hidden gap that's keeping you from having a thriving Self-Employed Ecosystem. You'll find out what part of your business needs attention and you'll also get a few laser-focused insights to help you start closing that gap.   Have Your Website Brand Message Reviewed! Is your website speaking the right LINGO of your ideal customers? Having reviewed hundreds of websites, I can tell you 98% of websites are not. Fill out the simple LINGO Review application and I'll take a look at your website. I'll email you a few suggestions to improve your brand message to attract more of your ideal customers. Fill out the application today and let's get your business speaking the right LINGO!   Host Jeffrey Shaw is a Small Business Consultant, Brand Management Consultant, Business Coach for Entrepreneurs, Keynote Speaker, TEDx Speaker and author of LINGO and The Self Employed Life (May 2021). Supporting self-employed business owners with business and personal development strategies they need to create sustainable success.  

You already know everyone you need to have an incredible business. Most people put all the emphasis on winning new audiences, growing email lists or building communities without giving a moment's thought to the people who already know, like and trust them.   This week on the podcast I'm speaking with Robbie Samuels, author of ‘Small List, Big Results, Launch a Successful Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List' About Robbie Robbie Samuels is an author, speaker, and business growth strategy coach recognized as a networking expert by Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Lifehacker, and Inc. He is also a virtual event design consultant and executive Zoom producer recognized as an industry expert in the field of digital event design by JDC Events. Robbie is the author of "Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences" and "Small List, Big Results: Launch a Successful Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List." He is a Harvard Business Review contributor. His clients include thought leaders, entrepreneurial women, associations, national, and statewide advocacy organizations, women's leadership summits, including Feeding America, California WIC Association, and AmeriCorps. Robbie is the host of the On the Schmooze podcast and #NoMoreBadZoom Virtual Happy Hours. Robbie's Bonus : http://www.robbiesamuels.com/gentle ---- Get your copy of my Personal Brand Business Blueprint It's the FREE roadmap to starting, scaling or just fixing your expert business. http://www.amplifyme.agency/roadmap (www.amplifyme.agency/roadmap) ---- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkhcc6rfcnaKF3vZGRDkCGQ?sub_confirmation=1 (Subscribe to my Youtube!! ) Follow on Instagram and Twitter http://instagram.com/bobgentle (@bobgentle) Join the Amplify Insiders Facebook Community : http://www.amplifyme.agency/insiders (www.amplifyme.agency/insiders) Please take a second to rate this show in Apple Podcasts. ❤ It will mean a lot to me.

Why do some idea and initiatives sizzle while others stall? It may have less to do with the concept and more to do with the method, says Robbie Samuels, author of "Small List, Big Results" and an industry leader in networking and digital event design. In this episode, Robbie explains why so many launch strategies are backward, why we need to build support before bringing a solution, and how the process of co-creation can lead to better ideas and results. Whether you're an entrepreneur or intrapreneur, this episode will help you convince and convert -- and will provide a roadmap to help you work your network. * * * ABOUT ROBBIE: Robbie Samuels is an author, speaker, and business growth strategy coach recognized as a networking expert by Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Lifehacker, and Inc. He is also a virtual event design consultant and executive Zoom producer recognized as an industry expert in the field of digital event design by JDC Events. Robbie is the author, most recently, of "Small List, Big Results: Launch a Successful Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List" as well as "Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences" and He is a Harvard Business Review contributor. His clients include thought leaders, entrepreneurial women, associations, national, and statewide advocacy organizations, women's leadership summits, including Feeding America, California WIC Association, and AmeriCorps. Robbie hosts the On the Schmooze podcast and #NoMoreBadZoom Virtual Happy Hours. LINKS: Big Results toolkit Website LinkedIn Twitter

Robbie Samuels is an author, speaker, and business growth strategy coach recognized as a networking expert by Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Lifehacker, and Inc. He is also a virtual event design consultant and executive Zoom producer recognized as an industry expert in the field of digital event design by JDC Events. Robbie is the author of "Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences" and "Small List, Big Results: Launch a Successful Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List." He is a Harvard Business Review contributor. His clients include thought leaders, entrepreneurial women, associations, national, and statewide advocacy organizations, women's leadership summits, including Feeding America, California WIC Association, and AmeriCorps. Robbie is the host of the On the Schmooze podcast and #NoMoreBadZoom Virtual Happy Hours.

In this episode, I have the privilege of introducing you to my friend and fellow Evolutionary Business Council member, Rodney Flowers.   After a traumatic high school football injury, Rodney was paralyzed and confined to a wheelchair. Despite a challenging recovery process over 18 years to regain his ability to walk, Rodney is all about making a positive impact on the world.   Today, Rodney is an internationally respected speaker, thought leader, and 3-time bestselling author who helps others overcome life's challenges to maximize success.   Rodney offers us nine incredible “fun nuggets” in our discussion all about resilience, including the idea that “Playing the game, however you play it, is a privilege.” Here are the fun nuggets from the interview:   #1: Decide on what you want; then focus on it.   #2: Ignite the small accomplishments (chunk it down).   #3: The end game is not as important as the journey.   #4: Excitement itself is a celebration.   #5: Seek out life's challenges. #6: Resistance is an invitation to expand ourselves.   #7: Resilience is about getting emotionally and spiritually fit.   #8: Adversity is something we all have in common.   #9: Playing the game, however you play it, is a privilege. About Robbie   Robbie Samuels is an author, speaker, and business growth strategy coach recognized as a networking expert by Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Lifehacker, and Inc. He is also a virtual event design consultant and executive Zoom producer recognized as an industry expert in the field of digital event design by JDC Events.   Robbie is the author of "Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences" and "Small List, Big Results: Launch a Successful Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List." He is a Harvard Business Review contributor.   His clients include thought leaders, entrepreneurial women, associations, national, and statewide advocacy organizations, women's leadership summits, including Feeding America, California WIC Association, and AmeriCorps.   Robbie is the host of the On the Schmooze podcast and #NoMoreBadZoom Virtual Happy Hours.     What's fun for Robbie: Talk about virtual events and business growth strategies! I know, I know, I need a hobby. I plan to garden next year (last year was my first time gardening in 30 years) and I like to puzzle, bike, and Scrabble.   Links   www.linkedin.com/in/robbiesamuels   www.twitter.com/robbiesamuels   www.facebook.com/robbiesamuelspage     www.RobbieSamuels.com/kathryn - download The Big Results Toolkit, which has several resources to help you implement the strategies in "Small List, Big Results: Launch a Successful Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List."   www.robbiesamuels.com   www.NoMoreBadZoom.com - join Robbie at his free weekly #NoMoreBadZoom Virtual Happy Hour - Fridays at 5pm ET. These are a fun way to network and discover new ways to design engaging online experiences. The first 75-90 minutes is a mix of Zoom tips and lots of networking, followed by Q&A.   www.OntheSchmooze.com - guests share untold stories about leadership and networking in this weekly podcast (over 250 episodes!)   www.CroissantsvsBagels.com -  Download the free bonus bundle for Robbie's 1st book "Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences" (over 200 reviews worldwide!)

SHOW NOTES Special Link for Shareable Listeners: 10 tips for conference connections Robbie Samuels is a keynote speaker and relationship-based business strategist who has been recognized as a “networking expert” by Harvard Business Review Ascend, Inc., and Lifehacker. He is the author of the best-selling business book Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences and has been profiled in the Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and Fast Company. His clients include associations and corporations including Marriott, AmeriCorps, Hostelling International, and General Assembly. He has been featured in several books including Stand Out: How to Find Your Breakthrough Idea and Build a Following Around It by Dorie Clark and The Connector's Advantage: 7 Mindsets to Grow Your Influence and Impact by Michelle Tillis Lederman. He has guest lectured at many leading educational institutions including Harvard University, Cornell University, Brandeis University, and Northeastern University. Robbie is the host of On the Schmooze podcast which features his networking strategies and talented professionals sharing untold stories of leadership and networking. (from robbiesamuels.com) SHOW DETAILS Running time: 53:21 Subscribe on iTunes and leave us a review! SHAREABLES What’s One Book Everyone Should Read? Profit First by Mike Michalowicz What’s Your Favorite Podcast? Smart Passive Income with Pat Flynn App Everyone Should Download ScheduleOnce Web | iOS | Android Most Important Skill of the Future Listening and making others feel heard If You Could Have One Superpower Teleportation One Thing Everyone Should Do Today Call a loved one CONNECT WITH ROBBIE Robbie’s Book: Croissants vs Bagels Robbie’s Podcast: On the Schmooze Robbie’s Website @RobbieSamuels on Twitter Robbie on Facebook Robbie on Linkedin CONNECT WITH JEFF Email Jeff @JGibbard on Twitter Jeff on Linkedin (make sure to introduce yourself) Jeff’s Website SHAREABLE LINKS Hire Jeff: Book Jeff as a Speaker Hire Jeff’s Agency Be Part of the Show: Call us: (551) 257-4273 Support The Show: Sponsor an episode, Buy Books From Our List, Donate/Add to the Tip Jar, Buy From Our Affiliates, Learn how to give us money for free (really!) Learn from our guests: See the Shareables Subscribe on: iTunes Overcast Spotify

So often we can feel sorry for ourselves because we're not given the opportunities we think we deserve. We feel overlooked and unappreciated. When we take this attitude, we are avoiding taking responsibility for our relationships. You can't complain about the results you're getting if you're hiding in the corner. I've never been comfortable networking, and it took a mindset shift for me to realize I needed to “get over myself.” The reason I avoided networking is that I had a mindset of scarcity and believed I wouldn't be able to handle the relationships. Because of this, I've missed out on a lot of opportunities throughout the years. It really is true: networking equals impact. You need to go into networking opportunities with intention. Set yourself up for success by setting aside follow-up time and drafting your emails before you go. Be aware of body language and engage with people who are naturally open. Don't overthink things like opening lines and instead focus on being interested in learning about other people. To explore this further, I've brought in a networking expert who has truly changed my life: Robbie Samuels. Robbie has been recognized as a “networking expert” by Inc. and Lifehacker, and is the author of the best-selling business book Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences. A professional member of the National Speakers Association, he has been speaking on the topic of inclusive networking for over a decade. As a consultant and coach, he shares how to create more inclusive and engaging connections. Download this episode today to get your head around the abundance that's available to you through the relationships you can build. INNER UNICORN WARRIOR  “Your impact on this world is directly related to your willingness to engage your community.” -Robbie Samuels Highlights - You can't complain about being overlooked if you're sitting in the corner. If you're afraid of a large network, focus on small touchpoints. Ask yourself, “What can I offer?” before attending a networking event. Write your follow-up email draft before you go to the event. Schedule a follow-up time before you go to the event. Come back from events with knowledge that is actionable. Avoid asking the “what do you do” question. Instead of giving your title when people ask you what you do, tell people who you serve. Thank people who have made a great connection for you. Take a host mentality to any event. Don't “spray and pray” with your business card. It's like human spam. Guest Contact - Robbie's Website Robbie's Twitter Robbie's Book: The Convenience RevoluCroissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferencestion Robbie's 10 Tips for Conference Connections   Contact Jeffrey - Website Coaching support My book, LINGO: Discover Your Ideal Customer's Secret Language and Make Your Business Irresistible is now available! Watch my TEDX LincolnSquare video and please share!  Resources - Have Your Website Brand Message Reviewed! Is your website and are all your marketing materials speaking the right LINGO of your ideal customers? Often it's not which is why you're not converting traffic and leads to clients and attracting your most profitable customers. Fill out the simple LINGO Review application and I'll take a look at your website. If I have suggestions for you to improve your brand message (I almost always do), we'll set up a complimentary 30-minute call to discuss. A select number of websites are also chosen for my LINGO Review Video Series. Fill out the application today and let's get your business speaking the right LINGO! Music by Jawn

Today's guest has been called an ‘energizer powerhouse' by event planners and meeting organizers worldwide. Her high-energy keynote speeches are filled with rich content that empowers her audience to take action. It's safe to say that she is not a run of the mill speaker. She has leveraged her sassy style and Aussie accent to become a ray of sunshine in an otherwise grey corporate world. Doing so, she has earned the respect of a wide range of clients, including Comcast, Johnson & Johnson, the FBI, and Virgin. She brings to them her vast experience in retail, banking, telecommunications and the oil industry. As a thought leader in the area of productivity, she is obsessed with helping clever people get more done so they can create more significant moments in their lives. “You don't have time to do everything, only time to do what matters.” She often appears in the media sharing her expertise and is a published author and contributor to eight books. In 2017, she will publish “Attention Pays!” which shares one of her core messages, that the art and practice of paying attention holds the key to greater success, higher sales, phenomenal customer service and unlimited referrals. Please join me in welcoming Neen James. In this episode we explore: her thoughts on leadership: “Leadership is paying attention to what matters. It's really easy to get distracted by everything and everyone around you. But true leaders know how to distinguish between what is happening and what really matters. Busy is not productive.” the benefits of being a host and making everyone around her feel comfortable at events time management was a hot topic, then productivity because of the influx of devices and inboxes, and now Neen says attention is where we need to focus our efforts. powerful lesson learned from a 5 year old to “Listen with your eyes.” Neen's amazing tips for how to make great connections at conferences – some of which are in my newly released book “Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences.” Stay tuned until the end of the episode to hear what I thought were the key takeaways you could put into practice this week and benefit from for years to come. Listen, subscribe and read show notes at www.OnTheSchoomze.com - episode 56

Welcome back to On the Schmooze! This week, I'm reading the Introduction to my new book “Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences.” Download the Kindle book today – it's free for a few more hours and then 99 cents the rest of this week (regularly $9.99). The night before my book launch this past weekend, I was up late refreshing my Amazon page over and over again. I had set an audacious goal of 100 reviews before my public launch and was incredibly close to achieving it. The number of reviews remained at 94 now matter how many times I refreshed. Then I remembered that some of my team were posting on Amazon sites in their home countries. I found a list of these sites on Wikipedia and checked my book page on each one of them. I found 7 more reviews!  “Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences” launched two days ago and there was a tremendous response with 1240 downloads in one day! Over 2,000 downloads since it soft launched a few days ago. The number of reviews on Amazon.com is currently 125 and new reviews are posted regularly. I'd love you to read my book and write an honest review. My next goal is to reach 200 reviews. My book even cracked the Top 100 Free list for a bit – was at #95 Monday morning! Huge thank you to the nearly 350 people on my launch team. Get your free Kindle book at www.robbiesamuels.com/bookstore. The free promotion ends at 3 pm ET today and will be 99 cents the rest of this week. The paperback will be available in a few weeks (once the audiobook is done since the paperback includes a free audiobook). I'm offering a special bonus bundle for the first 100 people who join my email list. The bonus bundle is all of the transcripts from the solo shows I recorded in my first year of podcasting. That's 25 networking tips and techniques spelled out in detail with specific steps you can follow to help you achieve your success. Plus, quotes from my first 25 podcast guests – their answer to the question about how they define leadership. Their answers ranged from inspirational to cautious. I hope their wisdom and these networking tips help achieve your personal and professional goals.   Listen, Subscribe and Read show notes at www.OntheSchmooze.com - Episode 55.

Welcome back to On the Schmooze. Thank you so much for joining me. Last week I had the pleasure of interviewing Scott Stratten, this week you'll be hearing from me, your host. Every other week I'll be offering my take on some aspect of networking and relationship-building. These shorter podcast episodes will include practical networking tips and techniques you can put into practice right away. My hope is those insights from me, and my guests will help you achieve the leadership position you're seeking, build and sustain your professional network, and find the work/life balance that works best for you. Today's podcast features excerpts from my soon to be released book, “Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences.” The unusual title will make a lot more sense by the end of this episode. If you have been listening to my podcast, you are clearly prioritizing networking and creating relationships that work for you and your career or business. That said, you probably also have some anxiety around doing all of this. For many, the idea of meeting with strangers ranks somewhere around the thrill of going to the dentist. They would rather skip all of this fuss and just put their head down and do their work. You may have felt the desire to avoid networking events altogether, but have come to accept that they are necessary. You have been told that networking was important, that meeting people was critical for your success, that your business would grow if you made the right kinds of connections. Your experience has left you feeling exhausted just thinking about going back out to yet another networking event. I host this podcast, and I'm launching a book this summer, to help you stop wasting time networking and be more strategic, effective, and inclusive while building great relationships. Networking can take place anywhere. Listen to the rest of this episode. Listen, subscribe, and read show notes at www.OntheSchmooze.com - episode 46.

Welcome back to On the Schmooze. Thank you so much for joining me. Last week I had the pleasure of interviewing Mary Pilon, this week you'll be hearing from me, your host. Every other week I'll be offering my take on some aspect of networking and relationship-building. These shorter podcast episodes will include practical networking tips and techniques you can put into practice right away. My hope is those insights from me, and my guests will help you achieve the leadership position you're seeking, build and sustain your professional network, and find the work/life balance that works best for you. This week, I'll be sharing tips to help you more effectively and inclusively network with people with disabilities. This is an excerpt from my soon to be released book “Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences.” Creating a welcoming event is a multi-faceted endeavor and I would be remiss if I did not offer some guidance on how to communicate with a person with a disability. Unfortunately, the angst people have about networking gets amplified when given the opportunity to connect with those with disabilities. This may be true even if you have a disability yourself. Some people choose to avoid engaging rather than do or say something wrong. Others make an awkward, hesitant effort, which is sometimes perceived as inconsiderate, and rather than making someone feel included may have the exact opposite effect. The bottom line is to be respectful. Aside from that basic tenet, there are some things to keep in mind when communicating with someone who is differently-abled than you. Listen, subscribe, and read show notes at www.OntheSchmooze.com - episode 44.