Podcasts about business network international

Melissa Broughton is a tax and accounting specialist and the founder of Busy Bee Advisors, helping business owners and entrepreneurs get savvy about complex, even frustrating, tax and bookkeeping situations. Her background in corporate accounting and auditing complements her desire to serve as a financial translator, of sorts, to sole proprietors and small business owners so that they feel confident in their financial decisions. With her husband Eric, a tax professional, Melissa co-hosts a popular podcast, The Real Buzz: Taking the Sting Out of Taxes. She is a member of Business Network International, Rotary, FU Nights, Women in Consulting, and previously served as finance chair on the Sacramento Children's Receiving Home Board of Directors.

Mark Taylor is a seasoned business leader, entrepreneur, and speaker with over 30 years of experience in sales and leadership training. As an expert in business networking and referrals, he helps professionals implement proven strategies for growth. With a 33-year career in human resources and 22 years as an Executive Director for Business Network International […]

Melissa Broughton is the founder of Busy Bee Advisors. She brings a unique blend of expertise and humor to her work, recognizing the power of laughter even when dealing with complex financial matters. Melissa believes in making bookkeeping approachable and enjoyable, guiding her clients with a smile and a lighthearted touch. With a solid background in corporate accounting and auditing, Melissa serves as a trusted advisor to sole proprietors and small business owners. She excels at simplifying financial jargon, empowering her clients to understand their financial landscape and make confident decisions.  Melissa acts as a financial translator, bridging the gap between complex accounting concepts and clear, actionable insights. Beyond her dedication to her clients, Melissa is an active member of her community. She participates in organizations such as Business Network International, Rotary, FU Nights, and Women in Consulting, demonstrating her commitment to networking and professional growth.  Furthermore, she served as finance chair on the Sacramento Children's Receiving Home Board of Directors, contributing her financial expertise to a worthy cause. Melissa and her husband Eric share a passion for their work and find joy in collaborating professionally.  They reside in Sacramento with their youngest son and canine companion.  Adding to her family pride, Melissa is the mother of a US Marine. For More Info: https://busybeeadvisors.com/ (Free Consult & Free Book!)

Send us a Text Message.Episode 155 – Xander Marshall: From Undocumented Child to Sobriety ChampionXander's journey began when he crossed the Mexican border with his mother as a child, only to lose her due to death soon after and become an orphan. Adopted by a couple, Xander struggled during his early teen years, enduring hardship and isolation while attending a distant boarding school.However, after dropping out of high school, Xander found a new path in life with the help of a Marine Corps recruiter who assisted him in obtaining a green card and enlisting in the military. Serving in combat, Xander eventually earned his citizenship in 2007 and was honorably discharged in 2010 after a decade of service.After leaving the Marines, Xander found success in the fitness industry in California and later in Colorado, where he managed multiple locations for Fitness 19. However, when he got married, he transitioned to interior design with Home Depot and relocated to Colorado in 2017, continuing to thrive professionally.On March 23rd of this year, Xander celebrated eight years of sobriety and remains committed to helping others overcome destructive behaviors. His family's immigration journey was also chronicled in a 45-minute-long video by Espinosa Films for PBS in 1988, with a shorter version available on YouTube.-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MZ7yeCBcB6E&t=5sSince then, Xander has achieved professional success, starting a small insurance business in 2019 and rising to the position of District General Agent, serving from Arvada to Cheyenne.He is an active member of the National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals of Northern Colorado, serving as its president and the Vice President-Elect representing the State of Colorado.In addition, Xander serves as the Ward Mission Leader for his church in Loveland and the Chapter President for Dynamic Referrals of the Business Network International chapter in Thornton.He enjoys spending time with his family, serving in his church's temple, and embracing new challenges. Xander's outgoing personality and passion for networking make him a joy to be around.More info on his work with Elite Solutions LTD can be found here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/elitesolutions-ltd/ Or you can call their office at: (720) 388-8000acourageousrecovery.com

In dieser Folge spricht Michael Mayer mit Podcaster Thore Ziebell über seinen Start als Podcaster, den Aufbau einer Personal Brand und hat auch Tipps für zukünftige Podcasterinnen und Podcaster. Thore Ziebell Website LinkedIn Die Podcasts von Thore Ziebell gibts bei iTunes, Spotify, Podigee und YouTube. Business Network International ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Anmeldung DAKON 2024⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bni.de/de/index ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/bni-wachstum-durch-gemeinschaft/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Interessiert Ihr Netzwerk zu erweitern und spannende Kontakte für mehr Umsatz und Geschäft zu finden? Jetzt zu einem kostenlosen Unternehmerfrühstück anmelden: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/39CCZfQ

In der heutigen Podcastfolge spricht Michael Mayer mit Kira Marie Cremer. Als eine der bekanntesten New Work Stimmen auf LinkedIn hat sie sich zum Ziel gesetzt, die Arbeitswelt von morgen mitzugestalten. Durch ihre vielfältigen Aktivitäten trägt sie dazu bei, das Bewusstsein für die Bedeutung von New Work zu schärfen und Menschen zu motivieren, Veränderungen anzustreben.  Kira Maries Mission ist es, die Entwicklung der Arbeitswelt positiv zu beeinflussen, Menschen zu ermöglichen, ihre Leidenschaft zum Beruf zu machen und ihre Learnings zu teilen.  Darüber hinaus spricht sie offen über ihre Depression, mentale Gesundheit und gibt Tipps und Tricks, damit andere Menschen diese Erfahrung nicht machen müssen. Kira Marie Cremer Kira Marie Cremer ist Consultant, Host des Podcasts New Work Now und Autorin von "New Work - Wie arbeiten wir in Zukunft?". Business Network International ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Anmeldung DAKON 2024⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bni.de/de/index ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/bni-wachstum-durch-gemeinschaft/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Interessiert Ihr Netzwerk zu erweitern und spannende Kontakte für mehr Umsatz und Geschäft zu finden? Jetzt zu einem kostenlosen Unternehmerfrühstück anmelden: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/39CCZfQ

Sebastian Prohaska teilt seine Erfahrungen als aktives Mitglied und Partnerdirektor im Business Network International, sowie seine Learnings der professionellen Vernetzung und die wahre Kraft des organisierten Netzwerkens. Ein Must-Hear für alle, die wertvolle Netzwerk-Insights und konkrete Business-Tipps suchen!

Join us for an insightful episode featuring Benjamin Brown, a seasoned Sales Coach, as he delves into the transformative power of the Rapid Success Sales Process. Discover the critical role sales training plays in small businesses and gain practical insights from Benjamin's extensive experience You can also learn actionable strategies from his book, Master the Art of Closing the Sale: The Game-Changing 10-Step Sales Process for Getting More Clients and Referrals, that can elevate your sales game, increase revenue, and pave the way for success. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting, this episode provides valuable takeaways to enhance your sales approach.

Lasst uns heute über ein wichtiges Thema sprechen. Und über ein Thema, bei dem sich Alex und Stefan unterschiedlicher kaum sein könnten. Es geht um's Netzwerken. Das ganze Netzwerk-Game kommt oft so als Nebenbei-Aktivität daher. Doch damit räumt Stefan heute auf und klärt: - Wie funktioniert professionelles Netzwerken? - Wie viel Umsatz lässt sich mit dem richtigen Netzwerk generieren und wie führe ich die richtigen Menschen zusammen? - Wie unterscheidet es sich zum Empfehlungsmanagement? - Wo und wie finde ich Netzwerkveranstaltungen? - Und bringt mich das Ganze auch persönlich weiter? Fakt ist: Du solltest ein Netzwerk haben, bevor du es tatsächlich brauchst. So here we go: Happy networking! https://stefan-gebhardt.com/ https://alexandermarx-verkaufstrainings.de/

Episode 155 – Xander Marshall: From Undocumented Child to Sobriety ChampionXander's journey began when he crossed the Mexican border with his mother as a child, only to lose her due to death soon after and become an orphan. Adopted by a couple, Xander struggled during his early teen years, enduring hardship and isolation while attending a distant boarding school.However, after dropping out of high school, Xander found a new path in life with the help of a Marine Corps recruiter who assisted him in obtaining a green card and enlisting in the military. Serving in combat, Xander eventually earned his citizenship in 2007 and was honorably discharged in 2010 after a decade of service.After leaving the Marines, Xander found success in the fitness industry in California and later in Colorado, where he managed multiple locations for Fitness 19. However, when he got married, he transitioned to interior design with Home Depot and relocated to Colorado in 2017, continuing to thrive professionally.On March 23rd of this year, Xander celebrated eight years of sobriety and remains committed to helping others overcome destructive behaviors. His family's immigration journey was also chronicled in a 45-minute-long video by Espinosa Films for PBS in 1988, with a shorter version available on YouTube.- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MZ7yeCBcB6E&t=5s Since then, Xander has achieved professional success, starting a small insurance business in 2019 and rising to the position of District General Agent, serving from Arvada to Cheyenne. He is an active member of the National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals of Northern Colorado, serving as its president and the Vice President-Elect representing the State of Colorado.In addition, Xander serves as the Ward Mission Leader for his church in Loveland and the Chapter President for Dynamic Referrals of the Business Network International chapter in Thornton. He enjoys spending time with his family, serving in his church's temple, and embracing new challenges. Xander's outgoing personality and passion for networking make him a joy to be around.More info on his work with Elite Solutions LTD can be found here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/elitesolutions-ltd/ Or you can call their office at: (720) 388-8000acourageousrecovery.com

Les clubs d'affaires sont nombreux à Lyon. La plupart pratique le networking : autrement dit des rendez-vous (déjeuners, soirées et autres afterworks) pour parler de son activité, échanger avec d'autres dirigeants, faire de nouveaux contacts, découvrir de nouvelles opportunités. Une fois l'adhésion encaissée, les résultats ne sont pas forcément au rendez-vous : manque d'assiduité, inadéquation avec la cible... Les fausses routes sont nombreuses. Pour booster votre réseau d'affaires, il y a aussi les BNI... BNI pour « Business Network International ». Mais rassurez-vous, l'influence de ce réseau est davantage local qu'international... Le principe : créer un cercle d'affaires réunissant des entrepreneurs en vue de s'échanger des recommandations. Chaque BNI réunit 30, voire 40 chefs d'entreprises avec des activités complémentaires et non concurrentes. Ils se réunissent un jour de la semaine dès 7h du matin pour partager café et croissants, mais surtout pour échanger des recommandations. Xavier-Noël Icard a créé MASSAGE CONCEPT LYON, un centre de massages bien-être dédié à la relaxation, 1 rue de la république aux Terreaux. Il nous raconte son expérience au sein du BNI Lyon Confluence. Ce groupe se réunit chaque jeudi matin dans les locaux du FCL avenue Viviani, dans le 8ème. Le premier BNI a vu le jour aux Etats-Unis en 1985. Le concept arrive en France en 2006. Le premier BNI à Lyon sera créé en 2010. Sur le département du Rhône, il existe aujourd'hui 41 groupes, soit environ 1200 entreprises. Alain Maratier est le directeur régional de BNI Rhône Sud. Il nous explique comment fonctionne BNI et comment créer un nouveau groupe. Alain Maratier est le directeur régional de BNI Rhône Sud. Une dizaine de nouveaux groupes BNI devrait voir le jour pour le seul département du Rhône dans les prochains mois. Pour se renseigner : https://www.bni69.fr/

Wer gibt, gewinnt! – Der BNI-Podcast mit Michael Mayer

Dr. Ivan Misner has been called the “Father of Modern Networking” by both Forbes and CNN. He's the Founder & Chief Visionary Officer of BNI, the world's largest business networking organization, and is also one of the world's leading experts on business networking. Ivan discusses the phenomenal growth of BNI, and what successful networkers do that others don't do.

Mit individuellem Ideenreichtum und erfrischender Kreativität findet Svenja Sprößig die besondere und individuelle Lösung für spezielle Wohnsituationen. Wir begrüßen in unserer heutigen Podcast Episode eine wahre Einrichtungsexpertin und visuelle Gestalterin. Die Holsteinerin hat vor genau einem Jahr ihr Unternehmen ‚facettenReich‘ gegründet. Doch nicht nur das – als Präsidentin des ZONTA Clubs Dresden setzt sie sich für die Verbesserung der Lebenssituation von Frauen und Mädchen ein und ist im Business Network International aktiv. Welche Faktoren Svenja Sprößig zur Gründung des eigenen Unternehmens bewegt haben, wie ihre Zukunftspläne aussehen und wie sie alle ihre Tätigkeiten und Interessen unter einen Hut bekommt, das verrät Sie uns in der aktuellen Episode!

My guest today on Coaching Call is Tracy Huff, Tracy is a wife, mother, a Vet of the U.S. Army, a 4th Degree Black Belt in Tang Soo Do, an author, and a business owner. Her many roles in life have led her to acquire the skills and knowledge that have made her business a success. Tracy has a passion for motivating and helping others build their confidence on and off the mat. She has teamed up with her son, James Hopper - a Business Coach, to help entrepreneurs and small business owners like herself, grow and succeed in business. After serving in the U.S. Armed Forces for four years, she finished her education in her current home of Fayetteville, NC. She then started her first company, STB Solutions, a computer networking business. During that time, she was the president and one of the founding members of the local chapter of Business Network International in Fayetteville. She recently wrote her first book, “ How To Punch Failure in The Face”. She was impassioned to learn Tang Soo Do as a way to motivate and build self-esteem in her younger son and in doing so she fell in love with the sport. She loves the structure, motivation, and self-confidence it offers and has earned the title of Master and obtained her 4th-degree black belt. She's been a successful Martial Arts academy owner since 2007 and has currently launched her course based on her book "Ignite Your Inner Spark: How To Find Clarity and Confidence to Use Your Voice. She is combining her life experience along with the skills and motivation she has developed as an entrepreneur and Master Instructor, and sharing that with other business owners and professional women. She is passionate about making available the most respected business and success training program to others to help build their confidence and achieve their goals. She's an in-demand speaker and an expert on developing confidence and leadership skills and is available for workshops and speaking events. Contact Tracy https://familymaa.com/next-level-coaching/ If you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe and leave a short review on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen? It takes less than 60 seconds and it really helps. If you enjoyed this episode buy me a cup of coffee, make it a large, Lol. I'm trying to keep this episode free of advertisements and could use your help with the cost of bringing you this fun and entertaining podcast. Anything you can donate to the cause is greatly appreciated. To donate go to: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/sifuRafael Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coaching-call/id1546026323 Please leave a star rating and a review here Follow Coaching Call: Facebook: facebook.com/coachingcall Instagram: instagram.com/coachingcall Email: maxfitness@optonline.net LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/maxfitness Youtube: https://bit.ly/coachingcallYoutube to watch the full interview. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/coachingcall/message

Geben ist bei BNI, Business Network International, der oberste Kernwert und hat zum Ziel, sich als Unternehmer gegenseitig zu unterstützen. 'Wie kann ich DIR helfen?' sei hier eine der wichtigsten Fragen, erklärt Michael Mayer mit voller Begeisterung in der heutigen Episode von Successful Leadership. Er ist ganz davon überzeugt, dass wenn sich viele Leute gegenseitig unterstützen, nach dem Motto wie kann ich dir helfen und wie kannst du mir helfen, sich die Art und Weise verändert wie sie Geschäfte machen und zusammenarbeiten und sich somit auch die Gesellschaft positiv entwickelt. BNI GmbH & Co. KG Rennweg 9/4.1,1030 Wien, Österreich +43 1 308 64 61 - 26 Website: https://bni.de/de/index LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-mayer-3b253733/ Podcast: https://bni-blog.de/wer-gibt-gewinnt-der-bni-podcast-mit-michael-mayer/   Viel Spaß bei dieser heutigen Folge!   _____________________________________   Es ist Dein Leben. Es gelten Deine Regeln. Hast auch Du Führungsverantwortung und kennst diese andauernde innere Anspannung? Dieses ständige Gefühl getrieben zu sein, und nicht genug Zeit zu haben für das, was dir am Herzen liegt? Dann komm jetzt in unsere Successful Leadership Lounge: Alle 14 Tage (mittwochs von 11:00-12:00 Uhr) öffnen Claudia Tan und Klaus Döllinger den Raum (online per Zoom) für einen exklusiven Austausch unter Führungspersönlichkeiten. Anmeldemöglichkeit unter: https://www.successful-leadership.de. Werde jetzt zum König und Meister deines Lebens. So dass Du frei wie ein Vogel bist und Deinen Erfolg mit Freude und Leichtigkeit genießt. Fragen zum Podcast und Deine Fragen rund um Leadership beantworten Claudia und Klaus unter: podcast@successful-leadership.de Wir freuen uns, wenn Du unseren Podcast bei Apple Podcast oder Spotify abonnierst: Apple-Podcast: https://bit.ly/Successful_Apple Spotify: https://bit.ly/Leadership_Spotify

Randy Hinton joins Dr. Bunny to share an incredible health story.  Randy was in his early 50's when he asked his doctor to include a PSA test in his routine blood work.  The doctor told Randy it wasn't really necessary because that test isn't generally done until you're 55.  But Randy had a feeling that he should have it, and insisted he'd like it done. So, the PSA test was included in the blood tests, and it showed that Randy had prostate cancer.  But there was another turn of events that happened when Randy had a full body scan – a tumor showed up on his kidney. If Randy had waited until the suggested age before having these tests, his issues would've been much further along, and he may not be here today! Randy has had more specialty tests & his journey has been truly fascinating.  Tune in and hear more of this very informative story.  And remember: if you have a feeling about needing a test, push for that test to be done – even if you're not at ‘the age' yet! About Randy Hinton: Randolph Hinton is the president of RH Wealth Advisors, Inc. He has been working with individual and institutional clients since 1985. The first nine years of his career were spent in Washington D.C. with three different firms, one of which he helped found. Since May of 1995, shortly after moving to California, he has been a limited partner with United Planners Financial Services, which serves as his broker- dealer. Mr. Hinton holds series 7, 24, and 63 securities licenses, which enable him to transact securities and supervise other representatives in states in which he is registered. He is registered in a number of states in addition to California. He holds a life insurance license in California and is authorized to do insurance business in several other states. Additionally, he is an Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS). His areas of expertise include: Asset Management and Preservation, Retirement Planning, Life Insurance and Annuities, Income Planning, Business Continuation Planning, and advising business owners in a wide array of financial matters. Mr. Hinton obtained a B.A. in both Economics and Political Science from the University of California, Berkeley. He also earned a law degree from George Mason University School of Law in Virginia. Active in the community, Mr. Hinton is on the Board of Directors of FOOD Share of Ventura County, the Board of Directors of the Ventura County Taxpayers Association, and is a member of the Investment Oversight Committee for the City of Ventura. He is also board president of Ventura County Art Events, a non-profit creating dynamic art events for the whole community. Previously, he was a 13-year member of the Board Directors of the Ventura Chamber of Commerce and was Chairman in 2009, and a 17-year member and past president of the Ventura Chapter of Business Network International. RH Wealth Advisors is an accredited member of the Better Business Bureau. Contact Randy Hinton at (805) 658-1500. Contact Dr. Bunny Vreeland at (805) 482-8111 or E-mail: Bunny@BunnyVreeland.com Also visit: https://bunnyvreeland.org/

Business Network International is the world's leading business referral organization with over 10,600 chapters worldwide, and its mission is to help business professionals develop long-term, meaningful referral relationships. Teresa McCloy is an active member and in this episode, Teresa shares her experience with BNI and answers our key questions so that you can determine whether this might be a good fit for you.   Tune in to learn:   BNI's core business values Ways that membership can help you develop your marketing skills Key membership considerations for coaches The average time and financial commitment involved   About Teresa McCloy   Teresa McCloy is the creator and founder of the REALIFE Process®, a faith-focused business that helps entrepreneurs, coaches, and consultants develop and diversify their business by providing certification and training using the signature content of the REALIFE Process® as well as coaching and community.   When she is not on the road speaking, coaching clients, recording her podcast, The REALIFE Process Podcast, or training new REALIFE Process® Certified Facilitators, Teresa enjoys being on their family grain farm, enjoying a great cup of coffee with a friend, and of course, traveling as much as possible!   Teresa's first book Do What Matters, Live from Rest Not Rush will release in the fall of 2022.   Certifications include:   CPLC Credentialed Life & Leadership Coach – Professional Christian Coaching Institute – 2018 ACC Credentialed Coach through the International Coaching Federation - 2019 Certified Spiritual Director through Sustainable Faith – 2017   Get your FREE Realife Needs & Values Assessment at https://www.therealifeprocess.com/

Welcome to the Mavericks Do it Different Podcast with Paul Finck!  Where we highlight

Nous sommes avec Mathieu Mekdjian et Caroline Boutillon Dufflot, deux entrepreneur.ses et membre du BNI Genevois Business, un réseau de chef.fe.s d'entreprises dans le Grand Genève. 

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Missade du aftonen med Isabella Löwengrip?   Nu finns avsnitt 75 av Studentaftons podcast tillgängligt: " Isabella Löwengrip - Livet som ung entreprenör, makthavare och influencer" modererat av Casper Törnblom.  Den 30 November 2021 bjöd Studentafton in till en afton med Isabella Löwengrip. Allt började när Isabella Löwengrip, bara 14 år gammal, flyttade hemifrån och startade bloggen med samma namn som alter egot Blondinbella. Livet som en ung, festande, politiskt intresserad och hårt arbetande ung kvinna skapade snabbt rubriker och lockade tusentals nya läsare. Snart var hon inte bara en maktfaktor med både miljonpublik och miljon lön, utan också en förändringsfaktor i det nya medielandskapet.   Isabella Löwengrip är i dag en framgångsrik entreprenör med ett tiotal bolag bakom sig och flertalet utmärkelser – 2010 blev hon årets Affärsnätverkare av Business Network International och 2018 utsågs hon av Veckans Affärer till Näringslivets mäktigaste kvinna. 2019 riktade hon blicken mot USA och deklarerade i sitt Sommarprat att det var slut med Sverige, nu väntade ett glamoröst liv med privatplan och en internationell karriär på andra sidan atlanten. Kort därefter kraschade både bolagskoncern och Isabella Löwengrip, som bara var en månad från personlig konkurs. Sedan dess har hon pratat öppet om psykisk ohälsa, ensamhet och livet med ADHD och Aspergers syndrom och är nu aktuell med den självbiografiska boken Isabella och dokumentären Flip side.   Till Studentafton bjuds hon in för att tala om livet som ung entreprenör, makthavare och banbrytande influencer. Hur påverkas man av ett helt liv i rampljuset, vilket ansvar bär man gentemot sina följare och var går egentligen gränsen mellan privat och offentligt? Men också om hur hon format populärkulturen och hur varumärket Isabella Löwengrip förändrats från Blondinbella till i dag.   Moderator för samtalet är Casper Törnblom, före detta Studentaftonförman och numera partner och byråchef på kommunikationsbyrån 500 i Stockholm.   Aftonen ägde rum på Stadsteatern i Lund.   Tack till Studentaftons sponsor – Broder Jakobs Stenugnsbageri, Tehuset java, Pretty flowers och Grand hotel i Lund.   Studentaftons podcast hittar du som vanligt i din poddapp samt på Spotify.  

(December 15, 2021) Dr J gave a 10-minute presentation on censorship and propaganda at Business Network International. She referenced a couple of Dr J Shows: one with Ron Rychlak and one with Dr. Joel Brind; check those out on our YouTube channel. Also check out our Resource Center on Censorship. Coming up next month the Ruth Institute will be participating in and exhibiting at the March for Life Expo and the Students for Life convention later in January. Stay tuned!

Karen's life has been a series of big, brave moves. Ask what lessons those moves taught her, and she will tell you that moving is scary, people are wonderful, and you should never make assumptions. Born in Los Angeles, CA Karen moved to New York a year after graduating from Indiana University, Bloomington where she studied marketing and advertising at the Kelly School of Business and the Ernie Pyle Journalism school. After working for Disney Consumer products in Burbank, CA she moved to New York to work for Nickelodeon Consumer Products. As luck would have it, right before the recession of 2008 she left her stable job and got her real estate license. After practicing in New York for 13 years a life re-evaluation, and the global pandemic, led her to take to the road in 2020 for an aimless cross-country trip to see the country and find her new home. 11,000 miles later she found herself drawn to Park City, UT. According to Karen, who's tag line is “leaving no STONE unturned,” she says “there's always a ‘hurdle' to overcome. After practicing in one of the most competitive and challenging markets in the world, my experience allows to identify small issues before they become unfixable problems.” The home sale or purchase process can be intimidating. Buyer clients may need help with financing; sellers may struggle with getting their home ready to put on the market. As a Realtor, I never forget that real estate is not about wheeling and dealing -- it's about home, community, and helping my clients meet their personal and financial goals.? As an agent at Sotheby's International Realty, a global institution, I offer the kind of deep roots and market expertise throughout Park City that you need to find your ideal home or market your current property. My vast network of agents around the world also allows me to connect my clients to other markets, regardless of the need and price point. ? As a top producing agent in New York City, with experience in rentals, sales and new development, I bring a higher level of expertise and experience to your real estate purchase or sale. ? As a homeowner, investor, and landlord representative, I offer the personal service that only comes from working with an agent who's actually in the market and who understands and shares your goals.? In her free time, Karen enjoys exploring Park City and is working to become a local, including learning how to properly carry her skis. She is the former President of the Metro New York Chapter of the Indiana University Alumni Association and former President of Chapter 24 of Business Network International, of which she was a member for 11 years. Before moving to Park City she regularly performed comedy in Manhattan with other comedians like Jerry Seinfeld, Jim Gaffigan and George Wallace.

EPISODE 13: “You're Caring for your Parents with Parkinson's, What Now?” with Noah G. Press McIntyre   Hello and WELCOME to the “You're _______, What now?” Podcast!   I am your host, Marci Nettles. I have had a lifetime of opportunities where I had the choice to Breakdown or Breakthrough... did I always make the “right” choice?  Nope.  I did however find a way to continue moving forward until I was able to see there was a path through my chaos into joy.  This Podcast may become your light in the darkness, as you listen to the stories of people I consider “heroes.” Each one had a point where they too had to choose to either Breakdown or Breakthrough!   In this episode you will hear an amazing story of love, respect, family, and togetherness through gratitude when illness struck first one parent and then the next. The relationship that was built in the early stages, of childhood into young adulthood, created the foundation that would be the balance needed when LIFE threw all the hard balls that come with Parkinson's and caring for two parents with the same symptoms.   Noah Gabriel Press McIntyre is an internationally known Gratitude Coach, Speaker, Course Creator, Poet, and Founder of The Discover Gratitude Movement. He has been a practitioner of grateful living and mindfulness for over 35 years and holds a Masters in Arts and Social Science with a Concentration in Gratitude and Transformative Learning from Antioch University.   He has coached, mentored, trained and developed thousands of community leaders, colleagues and entrepreneurs in a diverse group of organizations including Landmark Worldwide, Inspiritas, Enlignment, Barefoot Books, Whole Foods Market, Estée Lauder and Origins, Send Out Cards and Business Network International (BNI) to name a few. He has also created gratitude community building and wellness coaching programs with national and international educational organizations such as Antioch University, Self Design, The Graduate Institute for Transformative Learning and The Institute for Integrative Nutrition.   His book of poetry, in honor of the life of his father Jeffrey Robert McIntyre is called Awakened By Whispering Love and is being released in 2021. His upcoming course, “Our Gratitude, Ourselves” is being created with his mother, Miriam Hawley, one of the original co-authors and founders of Our Bodies, Ourselves. This course empowers fabulous feminist womyn to leave their legacy of love as they discover a deep sense gratitude for themselves. His upcoming podcast, The Discover Gratitude Podcast is launching in 2021.   McIntyre is featured in Just Start The Book, published by The Harvard Business Review Press for his work as an “Intra-preneur” at Whole Foods Market where he invented the Healthy Happy Hour and the Whole Kids Day events, as well The Live Your Passion Show with Alex Steven, The Spirit Sherpa Podcast with The Spirit Doctor Kelle Sparta and The “Grateful Voices” Documentary Series on The Network for Grateful Living at Gratefulness.org. He is a former Program Manager at Landmark Worldwide and former Market Development Manager at Business Network International where he launched multiple business networking groups across the great state of Massachusetts. Please CONNECT & FOLLOW Noah: Facebook: Websites:  Parkinson's Foundation Questions?  Please call the Helpline: 1-800-4PD-INFO (473-4636) Thank you for listening! Subscribe! Review! SHARE! Others NEED to hear the stories being shared!!   Follow Marci on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn at: Check out our website at #YoureBlankWhatNow #ChaosToJoy #BreakdownToBreakThrough #WhatsYourStory #Gratitude #Love #ParkinsonsDisease #DiscoverGratitude #CareGiver #Parents #DondeeAndMarci #NoahGPressMcIntyre #MarciNettles

CEO MINDSET – THE GOOD, BAD AND THE UGLY | SUDHEER VARAMA | YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR SERIES | TGV Episode #160   In this episode, get SUDHEER'S insights on THE CEO MINDSET FOR YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS: YOUNG CEOs should be adaptive to adjust to any circumstances Leaders should have the appetite to take risk Be prepared with rejections – initially 99% of your cold calls might fail Get the hands dirty and be actionable to deal with critical situations Always keep the customer at center. Work towards earning customer loyalty Treat failures as lessons Even a small idea can win when you have right set of people with you Create a brand through unparalleled customer excellence MUKUL's Witty answers to rapid-fire questions 1 piece of advice to those aspiring to make BIG in their careers and LIVES Trivia about MICROSOFT! ABOUT SUHEER VARMA:   He started his career as a SAP ABAP Consultant in 2011   Quit his Corporate Tech job and Started Splendid Global Services, Partnership IT Firm in 2014 and converted it into  Dhunis Technologies Pvt Ltd - A software & Technology I.T Company in 2017   Completed more than 350 software projects in Web Development, mobile app from 2014    Member and Business Trainer in Business Network International, Junior Chamber International, CII, ITAAP,  and Startup Clubs. He actively works, guides and does mentoring to startups and business along with his own software company.. He writes answers in Quora for business, startups and personality development issues with more than 1.3 Million content viewers. He travelled all over India with 500 startup participants in Jagriti Yatra, an entrepreneurial train journey for 15 days from world class participants and got 1st best idea in Biz Gyan Tree competition for bridging rural and development opportunities.   Connect with SUDHEER on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sudheer-varma-tirumalaraju-012b5550/ Here is a chance to broadcast yourself

According to Work For Good .org, 87% of businesses said corporate responsibility activity had a positive impact on their company’s reputation and 64% of businesses reported a positive impact on customer engagement, and businesses with a clear ‘Brand Purpose’, those seen as making lives better, grew three times faster in value on average over the past 12 years. These are just a few of the reasons to build a business based on contribution. In today's show, previous guest, mortgage broker, designer, founder and owner of Mortgage Triangle Software, founder of One-Time Your Business, a time and efficiency course, the owner of TM Media Agency, and, and a Business Network International support director, Tina Mitchell joins the show to explain how contribution has added to her overall success and wellbeing as a serial entrepreneur. Tina Mitchell One-Time Your Business www.onetimeyourbusiness.com (425) 647-0205

According to Work For Good .org, 87% of businesses said corporate responsibility activity had a positive impact on their company's reputation and 64% of businesses reported a positive impact on customer engagement, and businesses with a clear ‘Brand Purpose', those seen as making lives better, grew three times faster in value on average over the past 12 years. These are just a few of the reasons to build a business based on contribution. In today's show, previous guest, mortgage broker, designer, founder and owner of Mortgage Triangle Software, founder of One-Time Your Business, a time and efficiency course, the owner of TM Media Agency, and, and a Business Network International support director, Tina Mitchell joins the show to explain how contribution has added to her overall success and well being as a serial entrepreneur. Tina Mitchell One-Time Your Business www.onetimeyourbusiness.com (425) 647-0205

Dealing with change lately? You might want to listen in. Our guest, Anne Bonney (not to be confused with the 18th century pirate) has a few tips on how to deal with the course corrections we've all had to make lately. During the conversation with Greg and Debby, she talks about a childhood spent all over the world, breaks into show tunes, and gives us literally two words of advice on how to improve your networking. Resources: - Get Over It!, https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B08118Y7GD&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_AGAY6V5K40K835V0CG2Y - Get Them Over It!, To Be Released - Your Change Speaker, https://yourchangespeaker.com/ - Anne's Camper, https://www.facebook.com/abonney01/posts/10157808536943167 - Anne's Cat, https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=10158494925103167&set=a.10150468359183167 - Third Generation Lunchtime – May, https://bit.ly/tgn-May21-lunch Groups Mentioned: - National Speakers Association, Michigan Chapter, https://www.nsamichigan.com/ - Business Network International, https://bni.com - Rotary, https://www.rotary.org - Warm Hearts Foundation, https://warmheartsfoundation.org/ Comments: https://www.facebook.com/TheReluctantNetworker/ https://www.facebook.com/connextnation/ Listen for: [7:50] The crazy twisted path she followed – including opera in the woods! [9:05] Anne randomly breaks into show tunes. [11:15] The value of networking [15:30] Anne's camper [21:00] 3 Tips for dealing with change [23:45] Simple advice for great networking More Information: If you'd like more information about our virtual training programs, go to: https://www.connextnation.com/mini-course/ "Porch Swing Days - faster" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/3rdgennetworking/message

Kaelyn Query is the Founder and President of Lexington Event Company and LexEffect Venues, LLC. She started her first business when she was in high school, and while it didn't have a name at the time, it sparked a passion in her for entertainment, hospitality and events. Since then, she's dedicated her life to learning everything she can related to the industry - and has worked in every aspect of the business. She also runs the podcast “Big Ideas, Small Business”, which seeks to have an open and honest conversation about starting, owning and running a small business - the good, the bad, and the ugly.Kaelyn serves as the Chair of the Kentucky Chamber Small Business Policy Council Committee, and is a current board member of the Lexington Chamber of Commerce. She was named “50 Under 50” by TOPS in Lexington in 2020; named a “Wonder Woman” in 2017 by the Richmond Business Society; named the “Young Entrepreneur of the Year” in 2016 by Commerce Lexington Inc. during the Salute to Small Business awards; the “Rookie of the Year” in 2015 by the Premier Chapter of Business Network International; and a “Rising Star” in 2014 by the Lexington Young Professionals Association.kaelynquery.com (website and podcast are found here)company site is www.lexingtoneventco.com

In this episode, we sat down with André Willemse to discuss the importance of building relationships through #networking, a top hack for introverts in the networking space, and to be patient: Nothing happens overnight.André is a video production powerhouse and Executive Director of Business Networking International (Northern Cape and Winelands), who uses his skills to help hundreds of #entrepreneurs build and enrich their networks - through the BNI proven process.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, connect with us online and share it with someone who could benefit from it. Until next time, keep up the grind.-- Connect with Us  ✉ Newsletter: http://bit.ly/IWFM_Newsletter 

It is an honor to present this episode with guest Dr. Ivan Misner, the Founder and Chief Visionary Officer of BNI, Business Network International. This episode speaks to the heart of the show and is guaranteed to spark ideas, motivate, and drive you closer to achieving your multi-million-dollar venture. It's not every day that I get to tap into the mind of someone Forbes and CNN call “The Father of Modern Networking”. Recognized as a leader, Ivan is frequently asked to share his wisdom as a keynote speaker for major corporations, and for media outlets like the LA Times, Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, CNN, BBC and The Today Show. You owe it to yourself to take 20 minutes and listen to this 1-2-1. Take notes!Ivan rolls his sleeves up and shares with us advice such as:-       Who you should hire and why-       Goal-setting and why-       Know your Numbers-       Work in your Flame - not your wax.Contact Ivan Misner: https://www.ivanmisner.comwww.bni.comFacebook/ivanmisner.bnifounderInstagram @drivanmisnerTwitter: @ivanmisnerBrought to you by Chasing Nectar Digital Solutionshttps://www.chasingnectar.comzchase@chasingnectar.com

Here are just a few of the benefits of working with us at LAER Realty.Selling your Massachusetts home? Get a home value reportBuying a Massachusetts home? Click here for full MLS accessHello, I'm Pamela Sherpa from LAER Realty Partners, and I'm a closing manager. My job is to make sure your closings are successful. However, the thing that is most crucial to us is ensuring our clients are satisfied with our services. It's always a great pleasure when past clients want to buy or sell again, or they want to refer us to someone they know. So today I'm sharing the benefits of working with our team. We are a four-member team: Paul Brouillette, Maureen Kelly, Joanne Meridian, and me. We are all licensed real estate agents and work 160 hours a week prospecting, looking for buyers for our sellers, and searching for home matches for our buyers. When you have an appointment or showing, we'll work around your schedule. Since there are four of us, someone is always available to assist you. Paul is also in Business Network International, which means he diligently networks with business professionals every week and has been doing so for over 15 years. This means that whenever our clients need help from a plumber, electrician, painter, handyman, etc., we can call someone in our network, and they'll be there to assist with whatever you need. The thing that is most crucial to us is ensuring our clients are satisfied with our services. Additionally, we are part of a community of over 500 agents who share listings before they come onto the market, which is potentially a $1,000 to $10,000 savings for buyers in a seller's market. In a seller's market, information is valuable; if you know a house is coming onto the market, you can do a drive-by, and if you're interested, you can schedule a showing and be ready to submit your offer immediately. On the flip side, we have at least 60 buyer leads coming in each week that we process, and any of them could lead to a showing or be a prospective buyer for our seller clients. I could keep naming advantages to working with us, but what we truly want is to ensure our clients are happy with our service and attention to detail. We care about our clients, and we hope that comes through in our interactions with you.If you have any questions about our team or how we can help with your real estate needs, call or email us. We would love to speak with you.

Sam shares about his Holistic Accounting style and the many ways that he has applied his perspective throughout his career and life with his staff and clients.   www.thj-cpa.com.

Die 11. Ausgabe des Podcasts "Unternehmerstolz - Deine Innere Haltung spricht lauter als Deine Worte" ist eine besondere Folge, da es heute um das Unternehmernetzwerk BNI (Business Network International) gehen wird. Wie immer vorab die Gliederung: 1. Was ist BNI? 2. Wie bin ich zu BNI gekommen? Wie habe ich BNI kennengelernt? 3. Was hat BNI mir geschäftlich gebracht? 4. Was hat BNI mir persönlich gebracht? 5. Zusammenfassung BNI ist ein weltweites Unternehmernetzwerk, in dem Mitglieder den Wert "Wer gibt, gewinnt!" leben. Wenn Du Interesse daran hast, andere Menschen kennenzulernen und nach dem "Wie" suchst, ist diese Folge also genau richtig für Dich. www.unternehmerstolz.de https://www.facebook.com/unternehmerstolz/ https://www.instagram.com/mbos2015/

I don’t consider myself uniquely talented, gifted, or blessed. But there is one factor I excel at that has given me more opportunity than I could have ever imagined. And, the best news is that all of us, regardless of our inherent gifts and talents, can improve our capacity to excel in this factor. I’m talking about the ability to connect and network with other individuals. And, I can think of no better person to talk with us about how to develop that skill set than the founder of Business Network International, Dr. Ivan Misner. Today, we talk about farming vs. hunting in networking, how to connect with powerful people, why so many people struggle with making connections, the 3-part system for maximizing relationships, and how to build a powerful personal network. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS The single greatest skillset Teaching leadership The V.C.B. process The Time Confidence Curve Networking isn’t hard You got to show up Getting more referrals The fear of public speaking Speak without speaking The 29% Solution Networking success Six degrees of separation The “Givers Gain” core value Serving others Premature solicitation Leading with curiosity The third-party testimonial Building a referral system DR. IVAN MISNER My guest is someone I have admired and respected for a very long time. His name is Dr. Ivan Misner and he is the founder of Business Network International (BNI) which has over 9,600 worldwide chapters and has over 250,000 members. Last year alone, BNI resulted in $16.7 billion dollars worth of business for its members. Dr. Misner is also a New York Times Bestselling author and has written 24 books including his latest, Who’s in Your Room? He’s been called the “Father of Modern Networking” by CNN and tapped as one of the “Top Networking Experts” by Forbes. He has also been honored as “Humanitarian of the Year” by the Red Cross and is the recipient of the John C. Maxwell Transformational Leadership Award. I could go on and on by sufficing it to say the man knows how to network, how to connect, and how to help you do the same. BATTLE PLANNER FOR KIDS Several months ago, my son suggested making a Battle Planner for children. He had seen the one that I created for myself and wanted to make something for himself. After a lot of work together and the investment in making it come to life, both he and I are proud to announce that the 90-Day Battle Planner for Kids is now available in the Order of Man merchandise store. If you have a child and want that child to have a leg up, the 90-Day Battle Planner for Kids is the tool you need to help them get on track, identify important priorities, and develop the discipline and consistency needed to thrive in life. Inside, you’ll find 90 Daily Trackers with daily non-negotiables and a section where they can identify important daily activities in each of six important facets of their life. But the most important thing is that you’ll personally have a framework to work alongside them in building confidence and getting important work done! Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready. Read full article https://www.orderofman.com/291 Join our exclusive brotherhood, the Iron Council. Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/orderofman Connect with us on Instagram and Twitter Please leave us a rating and review Support Order of Man by picking up some new merchandise in our store

In this weeks Monday Mindset Meeting with Moji Ajele and Kyle Kalloo they discuss "Building Profitable Relationships"!

In Episode 92, I have the honor of hosting Ivan Misner, the Founder of Business Network International, which has 270,000 members in 9,500 chapters worldwide. He is author of the New York Times Best Seller "Trust or Delusion? Busting Networking's Biggest Myths" and co-author of the Wall Street Journal Best Seller "The 29% Solution: 52 Weekly Networking Success Strategies." We speak about the founding of BNI in 1985, my startup chapter, BNI Manhattan Chapter 30, the PRICE system for referrals, innovation, granular messaging, networking education, the importance of mentorship, suriving during recessions, BNI's COVID-2019 transition, the projectory of BNI and more.

Gold Nuggets in this Episode: Appreciating the opportunity to serve the community and meet with so many different people and successful business owners is a blessing. The level of independence would be someplace that be lot more comfortable Women tend to much more create collective groups of other women. So it's easier to ask for help. How Christel was one of the very first assistant directors as they call them, then who had been a member who was a member of BNI.The universe is sending us a message. One of the exciting things is behavioral styles and networking is kind of a side interest The fundamental difference for business owners to be aware of when they are out there network.   Christel Wintels is a Business by referral expert. She is executive director and franchise owner of BNI Golden Horseshoe - BNI or Business Network International is a global business networking organization founded in 1985 with over 270,000 members.   Song by Adam Vitovsky / CC BY 3.0

In this interview, Ivan Misner covers how to build relationships (including socially distanced relationships) that result in strong business referrals.Ivan Misner is the founder of BNI (Business Network International) and the author of Networking Like a Pro: Turning Contacts into Connections.After the interview…Find a BNI chapter near you https://www.bni.comRead Networking Like a Pro https://www.amazon.com/Networking-Like-Pro-Contacts-Connections/dp/1599183560Follow Ivan on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivanmisnerFollow Ivan on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/IvanMisner.BNIFounderFollow BNI on Twitter https://twitter.com/bni_official_pgTIMESTAMPS2:00 “diplomacy is the art of letting someone else have your way”3:55 what BNI is5:15 coronavirus, small businesses, and hope… “let fear focus you, not freeze you”8:40 how to build relationships while social distancing with 1-on-1 Zoom calls13:00 difference between how men and women network16:30 how to be comfortable walking into a room where you don’t know anyone… “act like the host, not the guest”18:30 why an introvert can be better at networking than an extravert19:40 advice for weekly presentations: “specific is terrific”21:20 how to help people think of you for referrals (“I can’t,” “I want,” “I need,” “I don’t know”)23:40 making sure you’re referrable (underpromise and overdeliver, and dress the part)28:50 collecting business card isn’t networking31:40 the 24-7-30 follow-up system (within 24 hours, thank them with a card or email; within 7 days, connect on social media; within 30, reach out and ask them about getting together for a 1-to-1 to learn more about each other)38:10 you shouldn’t have to sell until someone asks you41:50 what matters is how well you know each other

About the Speaker - Bijay Shah (https://www.linkedin.com/in/bijayshah/) Currently, the Master Franchisee for BNI (the largest offline networking organization in the world - Business Network International) in the UAE, Qatar, Kenya & Uganda, BIjay supports over 1,000 business owners and have helped them generate over US$500 Million in business referrals between themselves over the last 15 years in the 4 markets he is Master Franchisee in. Being a Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) and a professional networker, He is your answer in helping you make new connections and opening new doors. What this episode covers More about Bijay and his journey so far from Kenya to London to Dubai. Present the COVID situation and what does it mean to business in general. Why networking should form a part of the marketing strategy of any business. BNI has been existing for the last 14 years in UAE. Now there is LinkedIn and online meetings. How has BNI adapted to changing scenarios? How does one get into BNI? Is there any process or minimum qualification? Is networking a short term strategy or a long term?

The people we let into our room are the very ones who will help us build it. As the saying goes, your network is your net worth. The quality of the people around you will have a major impact on the quality of life you have. Who is in your room? Who are the people you let in? In this episode, Marco Santarelli sits down with someone who greatly knows the importance of one's network and can help you build the right relationships to lift you up. He interviews Dr. Ivan Misner, the founder of BNI, Business Network International, to share with us how we can shape and design the life we want through his book, Who's In Your Room, where he provides great insights on how to find the right people who will help us become more successful—be that in our professional and personal lives. Plus, Dr. Misner then extends that very idea to real estate investing, reminding us of the very value of treating it as a team sport to assure your success.   Download your FREE copy of The Ultimate Guide to Passive Real Estate Investing.   IF YOU LIKE THIS PODCAST we would love it if you would go to iTunes and Subscribe, Rate & Review our podcast. This will greatly help share our podcast with others wanting to learn. Thank you!

This week's Monday Mindset Meeting with Moji Ajele and Kyle Kalloo they discussed Networking. What is it? What actions could someone take to get better results?

Business Network International has been around for more than 30 years and has been a networking and business-generating powerhouse for people all over the world. My guest, Doug Hunt, pulled together one of the largest chapters in the nation. In this podcast, he tells us how BNI works.

Bio for Devon RielDevon Riel is the General Business Manager at Avonlea Group of Companies, where he also does sports photography alongside event photography. Episode highlightDevon Riel comes from an illustrious lineage yet has carved his own way. Listen in on how his job training Santas has helped him illuminate his own and others’ paths with joy. LinksEmail: devon@avonleastudio.comWebsite: www.avonleastudio.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AvonleaSEP/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/avonleasep/Twitter: https://twitter.com/AvonleaSEPQuotes“Ignore the negative BS out there, go with the path of most positivity.” “If I can let someone smile in a day, then I’ve done my part.”“Improving efficiencies wherever possible, that tickles me for sure.”TakeawaysChildhood incidents:Devon found his parents’ separation when he was very young to be beneficial to him, since he witnessed almost no conflict. He attributes his technological success to his mother, who bought him a computer when he was young. Groups you were born into and belonged to: Louis Riel, a Métis political leader, is Devon’s great-great-great uncle. His mother comes from the Powell family and they may be descendants of the Baden-Powells, the founders of the Boy Scouts/Girl Guides Movement. Devon attended 8 different schools from kindergarten to Grade 12 because his family moved often. He also moved to Australia with his mother in Grade 4. He couldn’t form long term friendships because of these changes. He worked in banking and took finance at NAIT (Northern Alberta Institute of Technology). Around the same time, he discovered Business Network International (BNI), a networking group his mother attended, and was introduced to Dean Skoubis, one of the owners of Avonlea. Temperament and personality influencesDevon had always been a happy child and the class clown. However, he has worked to temper down his hyperactivity to make sure it’s not overbearing to other people. A time I became aware that my way of doing things was cultural and specific to my cultural experienceDevon says that he has always felt he was different from everyone else. He feels immune to the cultural and societal norms which dictate a certain kind of life. Advice to an employer to work with meDevon says that even though he doesn’t like micromanagement, he works well with direction. When he follows up with someone, he expects them to be there, though he admits he is not the best at following up with people. More great insights from our guest! If you or someone you know needs headshots in Edmonton or around, contact Devon!

Bio for Colin Christopher Colin Christopher is a keynote speaker, stage hypnotist, clinical hypnotherapist, hypnosis instructor and author. Episode highlightListen in on how Colin Christopher found himself in odd places – in the middle of the ocean, all alone on the road, and as a hypnotist on stage. LinksEmail: info@colinchristopher.comWebsite: www.colinchristopher.comTV Appearances: www.colinontv.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/colinchristopherTwitter: https://twitter.com/ColinOnTVLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colinchristopher/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colinchristopherspeaks/ Quotes“The only real way to grasp if things are different elsewhere is to really experience it elsewhere.”TakeawaysChildhood incidents:When Colin was in Grade 2, he accidentally knocked his friend’s tooth off while playing during a school recess. His teacher screamed at him in public, which badly scarred him. Colin credits his high school drama teacher, Mrs. Kwan, for his career as a hypnotist today. She encouraged him to try relaxation using hypnosis in class one day, which made him want to be a hypnotist.Groups you were born into and belonged to: Colin’s parents immigrated to Canada from Germany, and he faced prejudice for being a German. He disliked German culture due to a few unruly German men he met as a child. Colin became a part of a group of people from many different countries while working on cruise ships. Professionally, Colin is a member of hypnotherapists’ and entertainers’ associations. Temperament and personality influencesColin claims he has always been quiet. He has invested considerable time and effort into developing a stage persona who is an outspoken performer. Since the Grade 2 incident, Colin had been antisocial. It wasn’t until he began working on cruise ships that he began developing his social skills. A time I became aware that my way of doing things was cultural and specific to my cultural experienceIn Grade 6, Colin learned about the culture of the Aztecs wherein they beheaded a losing team’s captain in games. He couldn’t see the reason why this would be an acceptable practice. Colin dated a Caribbean woman from Trinidad and Tobago, whose fibbing culture was in stark contrast to his upbringing as an honest person. Advice to an employer to work with meColin advises anyone looking to work with him for an event or for therapy, to call him on the phone. He likes to set a clear purpose and establish the outcome from the beginning. More great insights from our guest! Colin sees clients as part of his clinical hypnotherapy practice for losing weight, quitting smoking, etc. He also conducts a sales training program.

Business Network International or BNI is the largest referral marketing organization in the world. What made it global are its skilled visionaries and leaders like Dr. Ivan Misner, its Founder & Chief Visionary Officer. Today, Ben Baker has the privilege to talk to him about how BNI came to be, including the hiccups they experienced along the way. Dr. Misner talks about the trainings found in their platform called BNI University that they have for their chapters and their global leaders. Listen more to Dr. Misner as he shares the secrets to making a good franchise work, how to have networking success, and how to capitalize on technology for growth.

Business Network International or BNI is the global leader of referral marketing. Dr. Ivan Misner, the man behind the organization, shares his leadership and networking skills with Dr. Diane Hamilton. Dr. Misner talks about the training offered in BNI that focuses on having networking success. In this episode, he highlights what real networking is all about, including the power of building relationships in developing referrals and sales. With his book, Who’s In Your Room, he shares how the quality of your life greatly depends on the people who surround you. Find out more about Dr. Hamilton and Dr. Misner’s conversation as they dive deeper into building better relationships and avoiding benign neglect. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the Take The Lead community today:DrDianeHamilton.comDr. Diane Hamilton FacebookDr. Diane Hamilton TwitterDr. Diane Hamilton LinkedInDr. Diane Hamilton YouTubeDr. Diane Hamilton Instagram

We spoke with Mary Ellen Taylor, President and general manager of Endless Summer Harvest. Mary Ellen is a retail executive  with over twenty years of staff leadership and client counseling. Mary Ellen has served as the  President of the Loudoun County chapter of Business Network International, is a former chair of the Loudoun County Rural Economic Development Council. Mary Ellen has also served as the president of the Loudoun Valley Home Grown  Market Association. She has pivoted her business during the pandemic and is thriving.

(February 26, 2020) The Ruth Institute had the opportunity to deliver our "Make the Family Great Again" petition to the Trump State Department's Commission on Unalienable Rights earlier this month. Dr J gave a 10-minute presentation on the petition and delivery at Business Network International.

Opportunities are not only limited to Chicago since BNI has thousands of chapters worldwide. To find a chapter nearest you, click here. BNI is unique in its commitment to clients. Employees show their dedication by meeting with them once a week and providing invaluable feedback on the progression of their business.

Joining groups or networks is a good method for helping your business flourish and become more relevant in your industry. In this episode, Scott Carson talks about how he was invited to the BNI networking event and how he was influenced to join the group. BNI or Business Network International is a global organization where members regularly meet to support each other. Listen to Scott as he shares the benefits of joining BNI and why you too can benefit from being in it. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the Note Closers Show community today:WeCloseNotes.comThe Note Closers Show FacebookThe Note Closers Show TwitterScott Carson LinkedInThe Note Closers Show YouTubeThe Note Closers Show VimeoThe Note Closers Show InstagramWe Close Notes Pinterest

There are leads clubs and there are referral networking groups. Whats the difference between a lead and a referral?Which is better?You might hear people talking about leads, and referrals. Is there a difference? If so, which one is better?A lead involves only 2 people…. The person supplying the information, and the service provider receiving it. A referral involves the customer in the conversation. The customer gives permission to be contacted.The referral ‘giver’ has warmed up the customer, and the service provider will have an easier time closing that deal.This is why I’d rather have 1 good referral than 3 leads…. In an upcoming episode I’ll talk about how you can start creating your own small but powerful referral network. In the meantime, check your local area of chapters of BNI…..the Business Network International. They are a true referral networking group…….NOT a leads club.With over 8,000 chapters worldwide, you are sure to find one near you. In Winnipeg for example, we have 7 active chapters, with the BNI Accelerators being the largest and most productive one.Check out businessnetworkingwinnipeg.com for more infoThank you to Rob White of Urban Topcoat.

Well, after a very successful Workshop this fall on comprehensive leads generation, Chris Moore of Elite Business Advisors joins us to talk about one of the most talked about element in the group work session of the Workshop—BNI. Business Network International offers opportunities for business owners to join a local group of professionals who create referral networks together to help each other get more business. They only allow one non-competitive professional from an industry into each local chapter, so everyone works to solely refer you for your industry. Chris says that he may owe as much as 50% of his revenue to BNI member referrals. If you’re not in the club, you may want to think about it. Chris shares with us exactly what BNI is, how it works, and how you can jump right in. And yes, Chris Moore will be at the EXPO and he’ll be presenting a financial fitness course. You don’t want to miss it. And if you like the Workshop idea, which offers you the opportunity to build a Master Plan that you can take home and apply in your business right away, think about taking one of our four big Workshops at the EXPO. Register at PCApaintED.org/expo. Learn more about Elite Business Advisors at elitebusinessadvising.com.

During this episode, Dr. Ivan Misner, founder and Chief Visionary Officer of BNI, the world’s largest business networking organization talks with your host, Miro Wcislo. Dr. Ivan is an author, humanitarian, an expert in the field of business networking and is dubbed as the “One of the Top Networkers to Follow” by Forbes Magazine. Learn why Dr. Misner is one of the world’s leading experts on business networking and has been a keynote speaker for major corporations and associations throughout the world. Visit:

How does an aggressively-minded property management company grow quickly? Leads. But it’s impossible for property managers to pursue the blue ocean of 70% self-managed landlords. There's no way to contact them. Until now.  Today, I am talking to Ben Atkin of DoorsUp, a lead generation service for property management entrepreneurs. You’ll Learn... [02:30] Ben’s Background: Grew up surrounded by real estate, property management, and software.  [03:09] 50-unit Student Housing Apartment Complex: Managing students is difficult; Ben moved on to something less stressful and more lucrative.  [03:40] Bootstrap to the Core: Partnered with Coldwell Banker Premier and started property management company from scratch. [04:10] Daily Pre-occupation: How do you grow doors? How do you increase the number of units under management?  [04:41] Database: How do you identify people who own rental property? Where do they hangout? How do you contact them?  [05:03] DoorsUp Prototype: Every person in market who owns rental properties and their contact information to track interactions and engagement. [06:20] Secret Sauce: DoorsUp gets information and people ready to sign-up.  [07:37] Grow Doors: Use DoorsUp to pick an area to pursue to contact owners and acquire more properties to manage. [14:20] Future for DoorsUp: Going to NARPM to add service areas.  [16:27] FAQ: Does this have all the data that I can find myself? Data is concise, filtered, and updated regularly to make your marketing more efficient and cost-effective.  [21:14] Bogged Down and Overwhelmed: Grew too fast and doesn’t want to be a property manager!  [22:15] My Thesis: Property management has a serious marketing problem. People cannot find a sustainable way to grow doors.  Tweetables Bootstrap to the Core: Zero clients, zero connections, zero revenue, and zero Website.  We have a lot of data. Mining and handling data is our expertise. We’re marketing strategy agnostic. Property management has a serious marketing problem. Resources Ben Atkin's Personal Email DoorsUp Ben Atkin on LinkedIn Google Street View Grant Cardone National Association of Residential Property Managers (NARPM) Business Network International (BNI) Cole Realty Resource SmartZip  REDX  DoorGrowClub Facebook Group DoorGrowLive DoorGrow on YouTube DoorGrow Website Score Quiz Transcript Jason: Welcome, DoorGrow hackers to the DoorGrow Show. If you are a property management entrepreneur that wants to add doors, make a difference, increase revenue, help others, impact lives, and you are interested in growing your business and life, and you are open to doing things a bit differently, then you are a DoorGrow hacker. DoorGrow hackers love the opportunities, daily variety, unique challenges, and freedom that property management brings. Many in real estate think you’re crazy for doing it, you think they’re crazy for not, because you realize that property management is the ultimate high-trust gateway to real estate deals, relationships, and residual income. At DoorGrow, we are on a mission to transform property management businesses and their owners. We want to transform the industry, eliminate the BS, build awareness, change perception, expand the market, and help the best property management entrepreneurs win. I’m your host, property management growth expert, Jason Hull, the founder and CEO of DoorGrow. Now, let’s get into the show. Today, I'm hanging out with Ben Atkin from a new startup, it sounds like, called DoorsUp. Ben, welcome. Ben: Thanks, Jason. It's a pleasure to be on the show. I'm just going to go ahead and say this and geek out out of the way. I've watched literally every single one of your podcast and I can jive so much with that intro. It seems like it's changed a little bit in the last. Did I notice that? You changed that intro to include a couple more things recently? Jason: I have made some subtle changes, yes. Ben: Subtle changes, okay. I love that. I'm really excited to be on this show. I'm just stoked to be here. Jason: Let's get into your background. You've got this startup called DoorsUp, which in my understanding is a lead gen service for property management entrepreneurs, so they can get more owners which sounds very in alignment with what we do to optimize companies so they can handle those leads, so they can effectively, organically, create that business. Tell us how did you get into this space? Give us some background on Ben. Who the heck are you? Ben: Yeah. It's a long long road. I'm a second generation real estate person as well as second generation software developer and software person. My dad has a real estate company, was a real estate developer. The most inopportune time to be a real estate developer in 2006-2007. I grew up surrounded by real estates, surrounded by property management, and also surrounded by software. Anyway, I got my start in actually having experiences in property management in college. I was managing a 50-unit student housing apartment complex. If anybody is familiar with student housing, they know that that is just a difficult job to manage students. 50 units is about 250 leases in student housing. I was looking for something a little bit more lucrative and a little less stressful. I found an opportunity in my local market with a Coldwell Banker property management franchise or Coldwell Banker Premier, partnered with that franchise, and started with a property management company from scratch. Zero clients, zero connections, zero revenue, and zero website—nothing; we just started from the ground. Jason: Bootstrap. Ben: Bootstrap. Yeah, absolute to the core. I have very little experience in property management at that time even though I did my best at pretending that I did. That was our major problem was how do you grow doors? How do you increase the number of units under management? That was my preoccupation daily because I wasn't being paid. You talk about bootstrap, I was living on savings trying to grow a property management company. That was my challenge. That was my problem. I remember speaking to my broker at this franchise. I waited at his office for about an hour. I was brainstorming with him. I said, "How do you identify people who own rental property? Where do they hangout?" It's not like there's this big database of everybody who owns rental property and a way to contact them. That's really was the impetus for what we developed and what we started to pursue. I leveraged a little bit of my connection with my dad and my brothers who were software engineers, I have a software engineering background a little bit, and we built the prototype of DoorsUp, which is exactly that. It's a database of every person in your market virtually who owns rental properties. A way to get their phone number, mailing address, and a way to track their interactions with them as you pursue them to engage with the property management services. Jason: I love it. It sounds like this is almost the equivalent of somebody doing all the manual work to go and find an owner occupied list, then start trying to direct mail to them, and doing all this so manually which works, which can work great to help them grow their business. But it’s a long game. People will try it once and feel like, "I did a mailer, I didn't get anything." But then I hear people that have played this game and they’ll say, "I have clients walk in all the time." They're holding a postcard they did 10 years ago and saying, "Hey, I'm ready, so sign up." Explain how this works. Where are you getting the information? Let's start there. Ben: Sure. I'm going to mention that it's a little bit part of our secret sauce. I don't know if I consider ourselves a big data company. That's kind of a word that people on software throw around to make themselves sound cool, in my opinion. But we have a lot of data. Hundreds of sources, public sources, that's really our expertise is in managing and handling data to be able to target these types of people. Like what you mentioned, let me just make this quick point, mailing to absentee owners is, in some ways, inefficient. How many second home owners who aren't interested in property management are you mailing to? In a market like mine where it's a lot of retirees and it's almost a vacation area, that would be completely ineffective because you'd sent out a thousand mailers and 700 of those would go to people who really have no interest or their daughters' living in that home or whatever. I'm just going to make that point that what we're doing is quite a bit more targeted, and hopefully, should save on expenses, marketing wise and other things. Jason: Explain how somebody could utilize the system growth in their business. Ben: It's a web based application. The first thing that a user would see as they login is they would see a map and filters on the side. They can pick an area that they like to pursue in trying to acquire more properties to manage. Let's say, they've got a neighborhood that they really love, they draw a box on the map, and then they add a couple more filters. Maybe they want to manage only properties that are the 2000s and newer properties, so they don't have to deal with maintenance issues. They hit filter parcels. They'll just see a whole bunch of pins drop on the map, hundreds of pins of rental properties that are algorithms, are big data approach as identified as rental properties. Not just as absentees parcels, but as rental properties. It's really rigorous in deciding what we display as rentals. That's the first step. They filter, they find the rental properties, they can view the properties from the street with Google Street View through our application. It's very easy to see if the property's run down. They can actually look at it from the satellite imagery. They click on the owners name and they click the lookup button. Our system does a whole bunch of secret sauce magic in the background, gives you a phone number, and the accurate mailing address of the owner. As well as information about if they own other rentals. That type of information that they can then pursue that person and try to engage them into a conversation about their property management services. That's the simplest way to explain it. Jason: They sign up for your service, they markout their geographic area, they get some pintabs, they can street view the property, then your system will crawl the magical interweb, pull in phone numbers, email addresses, or mailing address. Then the next step for them would basically, probably be to do some sort of a direct mail campaign, cold calling. Ben: Yeah. We're agnostic to whatever marketing strategy they want to take. We provide the information, we provide the data. They can be as creative as they need to in order to pursue that market. Call, mail, we don't have email addresses, that would be something that they get them on the phone and ask for an email address. Then start them in their sales funnel. A great way to distribute their content, things that you've helped them create, or others who've helped them create, or even knocking on people's doors. That sounds ridiculous in my mind; it sounds ridiculously inefficient. But if you knew that someone had 10 rental properties and those rentals properties were exactly what you wanted to manage, you can see exactly where the homeowner or where the landlord lives or where the rental owner lives, it might be worth dropping off some fudge at the doorstep of their home. That sounds ridiculous, but that's actually something that one of our [...] has done in the past. It's very differentiating as opposed to just this search engine optimization, pay-per-click strategy. It's a little bit closer to a human connection. Jason: Oh, yeah. Realtors still knock doors. Realtors still do this. Property managers have probably really tried to avoid doing that. I've got a client who's in commercial property management. One of the ways he would get clients is he would go bring a candle to their place. "I'm old fashioned here, so here's this candle." He would give a gift, a little gift. The secret is, he'll buy these at the dollar store. This isn't like an expensive thing. But some people are showing up with, I don't know, a bottle of wine or something. It's a dollar of candle and it probably meant something, it felt like something warm to them. I think it's all about connection.  Obviously, if they were really aggressive, they’ve listened to Grant Cardone's 10X, they're like gunho. They wanted to create some business. They just need the opportunities. They go into the system. They may have done a multichannel approach. They're like, "This is my dream list right here. I'm going to call them. I'm going to send them some material. I'm going to nail them on a regular basis. I'm going to go knock on their door." They will get the business. Ben: Here's the thing, like I said, we're marketing strategy agnostic. People are already doing wonderful things to get more doors. They're doing great things. They're setting up landlords seminars, they've got great content, they're trying to push them to these distribution channels, but one of the things that we can provide is a way to reach more and more people. As part of your mailer, send out an invitation to your seminar. It fits really well into the things that people are already doing. If you've got a digital marketing strategy, get somebody on the phone, and say, "We would love to just send you an information in an email about what we do." Just enroll them in an email nurturing campaign that you've already developed, that you've already got going. It seems like organic traffic is a little bit harder to get in our industry for the smaller guys and for some of the companies that are just starting out. They've got to put a little bit of effort into it to start getting those doors, getting the traction that they've got. Jason: Yeah. If we've got roughly 70% that are self-managing in the industry, there's tons of blue ocean. This just helps you to see where the fish are. If you can see them, you can go hunt. It's time. Love the idea. I think this is such a nice match-up between DoorGrow and what you do. I'll be really curious to give feedback to some of our clients on some of the strategies that we teach them if they have these opportunities that they can go after. It's really going to be cool. Ben, what’s sort of the future for DoorsUp? Ben: Yeah, good question. Like you mentioned in the beginning, we're very recently coming out of stealth mode or development mode. We launched just short of a month and a half ago. We’re constrained geographically right now where we can service. Having just barely launched, we are currently servicing customers in Utah and Nevada. I live in Utah, I live right in between Las Vegas and South Lake City, which are two large markets that we wanted to initially, prove the concept of the product and establish a customer base. We are going to be in NARPM, at the NARPM convention conference in October in Arizona. Is that right? It's in Arizona. Jason: Yeah. My assistant schedules it all for me. I just do what she tells me to do. I'll be there. Ben: We'll be there and that's where we hope to add, geographically, another service area. We're going to be growing that way, kind of state by state as we go. That will be determined by the traction we're able to get in different states that we're able to start servicing. If we can grab a couple of customers in one state, that would be enticing enough for us to go through that state and start servicing that area. There's an advantage for our customers right now. They're alone in these sea of data. They're the only people using it. That's a huge competitive advantage right now for the people using it, to be some of the first ones that are using it. As much as we're just coming out of beta and the user interface is not as polished as it should be or could be, but there's a huge advantage for those that are early customers that are starting to use the system and see some results. Jason: What are some of the most common questions that people are asking you about this? I would imagine one question that comes to mind is, "Does this have all the data that I can go find myself?" Or is it missing that? Ben: Right, good question. Essentially, people ask that question. They have a little bit of misunderstanding about what we do. That was an instinct that you had right at the beginning of our conversation is, it's similar to what people are doing which is they're going out sourcing their own data, sending out mail, or sending out stuff like that. That's a very rudimentary version of what we do. The answer to that question is, I guess, the data is so concise, so aggressively filtered, that makes your marketing very efficient, and enables you to do certain things that you never would have time or money to do otherwise. Now, campaign is being an excellent example. The sales cycle for property management is so long. We're not selling toothbrushes. If you ask somebody, "Hey, you want to buy this toothbrush?" They can say, "Yes," and it's done; the sale is done and the service is done. Property management has such a long sales cycle where you get somebody on the phone and you say, "I would love to manage your units." And they say, "Well, it's got a 12-18 month lease on it. I'm not interested unless it's vacant. 12 months from now, call me." I'm being able to keep track on that and being able to keep track of how many times you've mailed to somebody is another really important part of that process. It's integrated into the system right now. People are able to track their leads, they're able to keep track of how many times they've mailed to somebody, keep notes on phone calls that they've had. The other aspect of that is that the data updates. I don't know if you've ever spoken to somebody who has actually tried to implement a long-term mail campaign, but the data, six months out, has changed. People buy properties, they sell property. How do they correlate whether they've mailed to somebody already? Whether they've called somebody already? How do they just track that change over time to be able to spend their time with one person long enough for them to close them given that property management has such a long sales cycle? That's part of the advantage of using a system like ours to do your prospecting and data sourcing. We keep it up to date. The data is updated monthly. The phone numbers, you click the lookup button and it does lookup immediately right then. Very, very fresh data which you're not going to be able to find yourself. Who has time for that anyway? You're going to be managing 200 properties and you're going to be spending time in a big Excel spreadsheet trying to correlate [...]. Absolutely not. I saw as a huge way to be much more effective and to really spend my money where it's going to make the most effect, given that I knew that people have multiple units, and they were units I wanted to manage. I can pursue the market that I want rather than shotgunning a mail campaign or something out in the world and seeing if I got anything I wanted. Jason: Tell us a little bit about some of the early adopters. What sort of experience have they had? Is there a case study or an example you can share with us? Ben: I'll start with myself. I was the first case study. If we go back to that origin story of DoorsUp, I asked my broker, "Where do I find these people?" He said, "I have no idea. No one has any idea." We developed this raw prototype of the system. I got this report. It's so embarrassing to even look at now, it’s this ugly Excel spreadsheet, but it was our prototype. It was the name, phone number, and address of every person in my market who owned rental property. How many rentals they owned, the value of their portfolio, and the addresses of all of their rentals. It was ridiculous to me. To me, it felt like magic. I got straight down and called through that list. After wasting three months getting four or five units, in two months, we were managing about 45 units. I was just bogged down. It was crazy. We grew too fast. I discovered that I didn't want to be a property manager, so I went into software. Jason: Yeah. A lot of people were like, "Why don't you do it, Jason?" I'm like, "Then I can't help everybody else do well." Then, I'll be competing with everybody. I don't think anybody wants that. You're no longer doing that, but you had a really rapid growth initially. I love creating that problem for clients, by the way. I love when they come to me and they're like, "Man, my biggest problem is adding doors and getting doors." Then I say, "Great. Let's get you to problem number two which is how you deal with the growth. Now, you've got doors coming in and you're in pain because you have so much growth." I love creating that problem. Well, anything else they should know about this? If not, how can they get in touch? How can they find out more about DoorsUp? Ben: Yeah. I guess, I'll end with this thought, this is kind of the thesis behind DoorsUp. This is why we got into this space and try to solve this problem. My thesis is, essentially, that property management has a serious marketing problem. I listen to your show a lot and I feel like I didn't steal that idea from you—I sure hope I didn't—but you've taught me a lot about that, but I experienced that myself. People cannot find a sustainable, reliable way, to grow their door count. Profitability aside, that's important. That's very, very important, but top line revenue growth is the thing that we are focusing on helping people to. We don't have, in our industry, any sort of enabling data or service or company like other industries do. For example, if somebody in property management really wanted to spend all day everyday prospecting, if they wanted to do Grant Cardone 10X, they want to not talk to seven new landlords a week, they want to talk to 75 new landlords a week. How would they do that? They would go to Rotary Club and hope that a landlord was there. They would go to BNI, Business Network International, and hope that a landlord is there. Or they'll take a realtor to lunch and pray that he'll give him a referral. How does an aggressively-minded property management company grow quickly? They just need these leads. Whereas in real estate sales, real estate sales and other industries, we've got Cole Realty Resource, we've got SmartZip, we've got the REDX. We've got all these prospecting tools. Property management industry just does not have that, which has made it impossible for property managers to pursue this blue ocean, 70% of self-managed landlords. There's no way for them to contact them. They have no visibility into that market. Just from a very macro perspective, that's what we're trying to provide the industry. To be able to turn the focus from just closing hand razors, people who go on Google and raise their hands and say, "We want your service," to be able to aggressively pursue that market instead of just waiting for leads to come to them. That's what we see. That's my thesis is that there's a problem in property management that they need this data and we can provide it. We're still proving and testing that thesis. But we're very excited to get out there and be able to offer that to people. We've seen some success. If people want to contact me, there are plenty of ways on our website. You can go ahead and email me. My personal email address is ben.r.atkin@gmail.com. That's probably the easiest way to reach out to me personally. Though, I'm also tuned in on the website if you chat with us. It'll be an actual person who answers that. If you're in Utah and Nevada, go online, signup for a free trial. We’d love to have you start using the system. We do a two-week, 30 lead, free trial. Other than that, just reach out to me. I'd love to chat about it, and jive about property management, and see if we can help this industry grow from the 30% penetration to 40% or 50% or 60%. I see there needs to be some sort of change in order to be able to do that. Jason: Cool. Ben, where are you based out of? Ben: I'm in St. George, Utah. Just an hour North of Las Vegas, Nevada. Jason: Got it. I know where it is. I was born in Utah. Alright. We'll connect, I think that I have a lot of clients are at the point where they're ready to be able to leverage their service like this. I think a lot of property managers are not. I think a lot of them really are just not ready to leverage something like this, unfortunately. If that's the case, reach out to DoorGrow. Then they'll see if you're ready. "You're ready. You have the bandwidth to do these kind of things and grow your business. Let's get you connected to DoorsUp." I look forward to watching what you guys do, seeing the progress, and growth of your company. Ben: Thanks, it's a pleasure. Jason: Thanks for coming in this show. Ben: Hopefully, we'll see you at NARPM. Anybody else, hopefully, we'll see in there. Thanks! Jason: Alright. Very cool. If you are a property management entrepreneur, and you are wanting to grow your business, and you want to grow without SEO, without pay-per-click, without content marketing, without social media marketing, without uncomfortable videos, without pay-per-lead services, and they're having phenomenal growth, they're easily adding in a year 100 doors to their business, they're adding $100,000 in revenue to their business annually and you want to do that, maybe you're one of these companies that, right now, is losing more doors than you're getting on right now because it's difficult to try to outpace the market when doors are selling off because the market's good with marketing then reach out to DoorGrow. Let's optimize your business, let's get you ready to use a service like this, and some other strategies, and tactics that we have, that can help you grow your business. Check us out at doorgrow.com. We would love to help you out. We want, like what I say in the intro, we want to impact this industry, and we're excited to find like-minded entrepreneurs like Ben and others that are helping to make this industry great. I think it has massive potential. I believe that property management industry can be as big as the real estate industry; I think it has the potential to really grow here in the US. Let's make that happen, everybody. Make sure, if you're a property management entrepreneur, you join our Facebook group doorgrowclub.com. Get inside the community. Connect with us. This is a group for property management business owners. Get with your tribe. Connect with us, and we'll probably see you in person at some of these NARPM events because I'm hitting as many as I can lately. Hopefully, I'll be connecting with you guys in person and inside the DoorGrow Club. Thanks everybody for tuning in to DoorGrow Show. Until next time, to our mutual growth. Bye, everyone.  

Meet Ivan MisnerIvan Misner is the founder and chief visionary officer of BNI, the world’s largest business networking organization.  Called the ‘Father of Modern Networking’ by CNN, and one of the ‘Top Networking Experts’ by Forbes, Ivan is considered to be one of the world’s leading experts on business networking.  Go Pro with Eric Worre is proudly brought to you by:* Go Pro Academy – where Network Marketing leaders are BORN.  Each week, Go Pro Academy members get exclusive live training with Eric inside our private Go Pro Academy Facebook group.  They also get access to the Go Pro Academy community – a unified group of people who are serious about changing their lives and the lives of others.  And they have unlimited access to the extensive Master Class Library of online training that covers how to get started, duplication, recruiting, social media, mindset, and more.  To start your 14-day trial for just $1, go to GoProAcademy.com. Show NotesIvan recalls how he started BNI almost by accident and how the organization has grown. [1:22] Ivan talks about how successful people use networking. [5:45] Ivan shares his V.C.P. (Visibility, Credibility, Profitability) Process, and how important it is to get this process right in order to be successful in building your personal network. [7:34] Eric asks Ivan his opinion on the Network Marketing Profession.  [10:56] Ivan reveals some of the challenges Network Marketing Professionals have when they join networking groups.  [13:00] Ivan explains how to build a network of customers and distributors. [17:52] Ivan shares advice he would give to someone interested in joining a Network Marketing company.  [19:47] Eric and Ivan discuss the general perception of Network Marketing.  [26:04] Ivan talks about the people he knows who have been successful in Network Marketing, the evolution of the Profession, and where the Profession is headed.  [32:18] Ivan shares some of the books that have influenced him the most.  [38:50] Ivan explains how a person who invests in relationships and networking has a better chance at business success. [40:30] Ivan talks about the difference between traditional business, franchising, and getting involved in a Network Marketing company.  [43:33] Resources Mentioned in This EpisodeBusiness Networking and Sex: Not What You Think – by Ivan Misner, Hazel M. Walker & Frank J. DeRaffelle Jr. Working From Home – by Paul & Sarah Edwards Psycho-cybernetics & Self-fulfillment – by Maxwell Maltz Think & Grow Rich – by Napoleon Hill The One Minute Manger – by Kenneth H. Blanchard & Spencer Johnson BNI:  Business Network International – www.bni.com Questions or Comments?Do you have questions you would like Eric to answer in future podcasts or comments on the show you’d like to share?  Just email us at Podcast@NetworkMarketingPro.com.  

Dr. Ivan Misner is the Founder & Chief Visionary Officer of BNI, the world’s largest business networking organization. Founded in 1985 the organization now has over 8,400 chapters throughout every populated continent of the world. Last year alone, BNI generated 9.1 million referrals resulting in $13.1 billion dollars’ worth of business for its members. Called the “Father of Modern Networking” by CNN and one of the “Top Networking Experts” by Forbes, Dr. Misner is considered to be one of the world’s leading experts on business networking and has been a keynote speaker for major corporations and associations throughout the world. He has been featured in the L.A. Times, Wall Street Journal, and New York Times, as well as numerous TV and radio shows including CNN, the BBC and The Today Show on NBC. He is a New York Times Bestselling author who has written 23 books, including Who’s in Your Room? He is also a columnist for Entrepreneur.com and among his many awards, he has been named “Humanitarian of the Year” by the Red Cross and was recently the recipient of the John C. Maxwell Leadership Award.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Neeraj Shah have been an entrepreneur for more than 2 decades now. He is a mentor, speaker, writer and angel investor. He is  former National Director for Business Network International, India. He started BNI in India in 2004 and grew it from scratch to 10,000 members across 21 cities across India. He is also the founder of Titan Masterminds, an online entrepreneurship development company. Some Questions I ask Neeraj: Have you always wanted to become an entrepreneur in your life? How can smaller businesses leverage power of network in growing their business? What would you suggest to entrepreneurs before they pick their mentors?   Want to start your own podcast? I can help you launch your very own podcast right from coming out with idea to publishing episode number one. Join my SIX weeks long online group podcast coaching program. Read More. http://theinspiringtalk.com/podcastcoaching    Follow the Inspiring Talk on Facebook http://theinspiringtalk.com/facebook  Twitter http://theinspiringtalk.com/twitter  Instagram http://theinspiringtalk.com/instagram  Read full show notes and resources: http://theinspiringtalk.com/57

My guest is Ivan Misner, founder of Business Network International, and co-author of Who's in Your Room?, a great new book about who to let in and who to keep out of your life. Join me in listening to Ivan describe the wakeup calls that manifested through the process of holistically treating prostate cancer.

Jernej Pirc je jedan od prvih na ovim prostorima koji je shvatio vrijednost sistematskog umrežavanja i druženja i izvan svoje struke. Originalno inženjer, Jernej je danas regionalni direktor BNI-a (Business Network International), profesionalnog udruženja koja stvara grupe ljudi različitih struka kojima je vrijednost međusobno pomaganje. Poznati su po tome da se članovi obavezno nalaze na doručku jednom tjedno, te aktivno i ozbiljno rade na tome da izlažu svoje potrebe i pomažu drugima, uz procese koji su sistematizirani i omogućuju praćenje napretka kako članova tako i lokalnih grupa u kojima pripadaju. To je međunarodna organizacija koja ima oko 250.000 članova diljem svijeta, i koja se ponosi statistikom da su članovi jedni drugima omogućili stvaranje preko 15 milijardi dolara prometa u zadnjih godinu dana. S Jernejem smo pričali o: 00:30 - Michael Port - Book yourself solid - ideja izgradnje vlastite mreže kontakata 01:30 - Kada si kupio licencu za BNI 02:10 - BNI može izgenerirati 30% prometa 03:00 - 52 obvezna sastanka godišnje 04:30 - Što je BNI? 06:15 - Navodno preko 70% posla dolazi preko neke vrste preporuke 08:30 - Kako da ja preporučim nekoga ako nisam sam koristio njegove usluge? 11:10 - Utjeacj umrežavanja na moj uspjeh 11:50 - Zbog čega bi nekoga preporučili? 14:00 - Networking = netWORKING 16:00 - Primjeri firmi gdje svi poslovi dolaze iz BNI preporuka 18:10 - Razumiju li ljudi što je to zapravo networking? 19:45 - Profesionalnost uzrokuje preporuke 21:05 - Ključne točke da bi networking bio uspješan 22:55 - Postoji li edukacija o networkingu? 24:00 - Ljudi misle da je McDonald's fast food biznis 25:20 - Networking nije druženje 26:50 - Elevator pitch za BNI Adria 29:45 - Konkretno i efikasno 30:50 - Mogućnosti pronalaska preporuke preko granice 33:20 - U većoj firmi svaki zaposlenik bi trebao biti tvoj prodavač 35:20 - Imaju li ljudi u glavama isprogramiran Givers gain? 37:45 - Profil idealnog člana 39:10 - Kako je krenula ta priča? 41:00 - Kako provesti ideju koja već ne postoji? 43:10 - Članarina u HR je 500€ godišnje 45:30 - Kartica zahvale 48:30 - Etički kodeks 51:00 - Mogu li se svi poslovi preporučavati (npr. grobar)? 52:15 - Unutar jedne grupe ne smije biti konkurencije 54:30 - Nitko nije konkurencija 58:05 - Što se događa kada netko promijeni djelatnost? 1:00:30 - BNI nije brzo rješenje 1:03:30 - Grupe se organski šire 1:04:25 - Postupak učlanjenja 1:05:20 - Follow up 1:06:00 - Super je što je networking spor 1:08:00 - Jesi ikad htio odustati? 1:10:30 - Kako procijeniti da je netko loš klijent? 1:12:30 - Koliko učiš ako nemaš loše klijente? 1:14:40 - Kontinuitet 1:16:40 - Najgori savjet 1:17:20 - Najveći strah 1:18:40 - Koliko često kažeš ne? 1:19:15 - Što bi rekao sebi s 20 godina? Jernej Preporučuje: Michael Port: Book yourself solid Bob Burg - The Go Giver Derek Coburn - Netwoking is not working Ivan Misner - Avoiding the networking disconnect Ivan Misner, Hazel M. Walker, Frank J. De Raffelle Jr - Business Networking and Sex Ivan Misner, Stewart Emery, Rick Sapio - Who's in your room PREPORUKE ZA LAKŠE I UGODNIJE SLUŠANJE PODCASTA 3 Načina kako slušati podcast Kako slušati podcast u autu koji nema Mp3 player Top lista najslušanijih epizoda *Epizoda podcasta snimljena je na radiju 808. Majstor zvuka: Gordan Antić Suradnik na blogu: Mario Mucalo  

More with Moore is Action Catalyst host Dan Moore's reflections and commentary on discussions with each of his esteemed and accomplished guests. In this segment, Dan dissects Episodes 257, with Dr. Ivan Misner, Founder & Chief Visionary Officer of BNI, Business Network International.

Topic: Building Relationships that lead to business Ivan Misner, founder of Business Network International and best-selling author, shares insights into how attorneys can build relationships that lead to business. http://ivanmisner.com/  

(October 10, 2018) Dr J gives her life in books she's authored as a 10-minute presentation at Business Network International. More information at ruthinstitute.org, but here's the list: Love and Economics: It Takes a Family to Raise a Village Smart Sex: Finding Lifelong Love in a Hook-Up World 101 Tips for a Happier Marriage 101 Tips for Marrying the Right Person The Sexual Revolution and Its Victims The Sexual State: How Elite Ideologies are Destroying Lives and Why the Church was Right All Along

Show Summary: (Full Transcript Below) Blind Abilities presents another guest from the Sagebrush Convention for the Business Enterprise Program (BEP), held in Las Vegas a few months ago. Jeff Thompson caught up with Ardis Bazyn who has written several books on topics including a 3-part series called Building Blocks for Success, addressing how to create and manage a business, Church or organization, with inclusion and accessibility in mind, as well as a book with recipes, tips and tricks which she originally wrote for her daughters. Ardis is currently working on a book about herself in which she describes her journey into blindness in hopes that others might learn to cope with challenges and change. Ardis is an active public speaker, talking to small and large groups on change, entrepreneurship, and a variety of other topics. She also serves as a coach to individuals who take on new challenges, whether in dealing with blindness or undertaking a new business endeavor. You can find Ardis on the web at www.ardisbazyn.squarespace.com If you are interested in becoming your own boss and want to run your own business, contact your state services, your Devision of Vocational Rehabilitation and see what opportunities they have for you. You can find out more about RSVA on the web at www.randolph-sheppard.org Here is a podcast all about the BEP: The Business Enterprise program: Business Ownership Opportunities and a Promising Career   Thanks for Listening! You can follow us on Twitter @BlindAbilities On the web at www.BlindAbilities.com Send us an email Get the Free Blind Abilities App on the App Store. Get the Free blind Abilities App on the Google Play Store Full Transcript: Introducing Ardis Bazyn, Motivational Speaker, Author and Coach #SageBrush Pete Lane: Hi folks, this is Pete Lane. Welcome to Blind Abilities. Today, Jeff Thompson and I would like to introduce Ardis Bazyn. Pete Lane: Ardis is a multi-talented individual. Ardis Bazyn: I've written several books, one is a series, Building Block to Success. There's a lot of accessibility throughout it. Pete Lane: She is an author. Ardis Bazyn: I'm currently writing a book about myself. I started when I lost my sight to help people realize the various secrets there are to coping with challenges and change. Pete Lane: ... sharing her business acumen and her life experiences. Ardis Bazyn: I speak to all sizes of audience, I think the smallest group I've spoken to is about eight, and I've spoken for groups as large as 1500. Pete Lane: She's a motivational speaker, talking about coping with challenges and change. Ardis Bazyn: I do a lot of talking on entrepreneurship, what things people should think about before they consider entrepreneurship. Sometimes people hop into it and then aren't successful because they didn't really think of all the business aspects. Pete Lane: ... and entrepreneurship. Speaking from personal experience ... Ardis Bazyn: I was in the Randolph Sheppard program for 27 years. I had six different facilities. Pete Lane: ... and success. Ardis Bazyn: While I was in Iowa, I had gone to college and gotten my BA's in public relations and speech communications, and I also got my master's degree in education. Pete Lane: ... highly motivated. Ardis Bazyn: I feel it's important to continue your classes, even if you're in a job, even if you have a career. Check out the college disabilities services before you sign up for college. Make sure that you go to the one that's gonna help you the most. Pete Lane: And today, she shares her experiences with us. Ardis Bazyn: I keep pretty active, because I think it's important for blind people to show other blind people what they can do if they get out there, network with people. Pete Lane: Jeff had the pleasure of connecting with Ardis at the Sagebrush Convention for the Business Enterprise Program in Las Vegas just a few months ago. So take a few short minutes, sit back and relax, and meet Ardis Bazyn. Jeff Thompson: Welcome to Blind Abilities, I'm Jeff Thompson, and I'm talking to Ardis Bazyn, and she is a speaker, author, coach. She's here with us today at the Sagebrush Convention here in Las Vegas. How are you doing, Ardis? Ardis Bazyn: Fine, nice to be talking to you. Jeff Thompson: Ardis, could you tell our listeners a little bit about the books you've written and the stuff you've been up to? Ardis Bazyn: Sure, no problem. I've written several books, one is a series, Building Blocks to Success. The first one is Does the Image of Your Church Attract Members. The second one is Does the Image of Your Organization Attract Members. And the third one is Does the Image of Your Business Attract Customers and Motivate Employees. Covering all the gamuts of each particular type of organization, everywhere from networking ... Ardis Bazyn: Well, the business one for example, it's everything from getting a database together, how to work with your community, how to do seminars and conferences, how to do a newsletter, PR, customer base, all the different aspects. Being open to all people. Ardis Bazyn: There's a lot of accessibility throughout it, like how to make sure you have an accessible newsletter, an accessible website, accessible activities, like if you have seminars, make sure you think about the people that might be coming and what the audience might need as far as accessibility goes. So all three of those books cover accessibility and involving everyone. Ardis Bazyn: A lot with the blindness perspective, but I also talk about other disability. Accessibility, like if you have a business, you wanna make sure your aisles are wide enough for wheelchairs. Make sure where hold meetings people don't have to climb steps, and that whole aspect. Different disability-related access, that kind of thing. Ardis Bazyn: And then I have a fourth one which is more of a fun book, it's my family favorite. I actually started it by doing it for my daughters, I wanted to know about all the recipes we used growing up, and then talked about healthy tips and tricks and also substitutions, that kind of thing. I started that as just for them, but then I decided, “Well, I might as well just offer it to other people too.” Ardis Bazyn: And then I'm currently writing a book about myself. I started it when I lost my sight, and go from there. Basically I'm writing that to help people to realize the various secrets there are to coping with challenges and change. Some people look at it as a tragedy, but I think there's positives too, because you can teach others how to change, how to do things differently, and how to just be active no matter what your disability. Jeff Thompson: And that's the book that you're working on now? Ardis Bazyn: Yes, mm-hmm (affirmative). Ardis Bazyn: I speak to all sizes of audience. I think the smallest group I've spoken to is about eight, and I've spoken for groups as large as 1500. My most requested speaking topic is Secrets to Coping With Challenge and Change, but a lot of them are on leadership, membership development for organizations, helping people to plan for a successful future, whether that's a career or just being successful in whatever the person does. Ardis Bazyn: I do a lot of talking on entrepreneurship, the value of entrepreneurship, how to get to be an entrepreneur, what things people should think about before they consider entrepreneurship. There's lots of different areas that people should think about. Sometimes people hop into it and then aren't successful because they didn't really think of all the business aspects before they jumped into it. Jeff Thompson: So, without being a spoiler, what are some of the secrets that you have in that talk? Ardis Bazyn: I ask people to think about their resources. If they have money tucked away that they can use for it, or if they know other people with money where they might be able to borrow some money to get started. Also, what other resources they might have, what is their background, what is their previous experience, have they worked at a job where they could use those skills in building a business? Ardis Bazyn: For example, if they worked for a computer tech company, well, maybe they could go on their own and either teach technology, or they could fix computers for people, or work with people on iPhones, etc. Or, perhaps they have a background in bookkeeping, they've worked for an accounting firm. Well, they might wanna go on their own to have their own accounting firm. Ardis Bazyn: So a lot of the skills they can look at, “Okay, what do I have to offer that I could create into a business?” There's also ready-made businesses, [inaudible], Mary Kay, work for a blindness company, selling JAWS, selling computer software access technology. You can look at those, those are already built in, and you just have to know how to be able to network with a lot of people to be able to sell the products, and also to train people under you to sell the products and services. Jeff Thompson: So you help them, before they make the leap, decide if they wanna take that step. Ardis Bazyn: That's correct. And a lot of retired people now want to have something to do once they retire. Let's say they worked for a company 25, 30 years, and they retire, but they're still young enough that they don't wanna just sit down in a rocking chair. So then they might be open to doing some of the things that they had done in their prior business. Ardis Bazyn: Perhaps they do a lot of background checks and stuff for a company. They wanna retire from that company, but they still wouldn't mind doing a little bit of that on the side. So I like to talk to younger people in transition, and then also older people that just wanna consider what they could do later on in life. Jeff Thompson: Older transitioning people. Ardis Bazyn: That's correct. Jeff Thompson: So what kind of businesses have you participated in throughout the years? Ardis Bazyn: I was in the Randolph Sheppard program for 27 years. I had six different facilities, I've had two cafeterias that I managed, one had up to 13 employees because it was the legislative building in Pierre, South Dakota, so it was the cafeteria for the capitol. The other one had five employees, [inaudible] data center in Ames, Iowa, and there I had also about 20 vending machines in another building. Ardis Bazyn: And then I had three different snack bars, I had one in Pierre, South Dakota, one in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and one in Dubuque, Iowa. That one also had a vending route with it. And then my last facility in food service was for the Cedar Rapids Post Office in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. There I had 57 vending machines in 13 different buildings at the highest point. Ardis Bazyn: But I moved to California in 1999, and to stay in that field I would have had to go through training all over again and start basically from scratch, because the Randolph Sheppard Program, each state agency has different rules, so you have to just go through the training again whenever you move from one state to another. And some states are more open to that, and sometimes will cut down your training, and other states aren't. It kinda depends. Ardis Bazyn: But while I was in my last location in Iowa, I had gone to college and gotten my BA's in public relations and speech communications, and I also got my master's degree in education. I had decided that I would like to make money. I had been doing a lot of speaking and coaching, but it was more just helping churches and so forth, so I wasn't charging fees. So I figured if I got my education, then I would have the qualifications to be able to actually charge a fee to speak and work with people. Jeff Thompson: We focus a lot on transition-age students that are going from high school to college to the workplace, and a lot of seniors who are, like you just mentioned, transitioning. What kind of tools for success did you use? Ardis Bazyn: I always tell people that it's important to learn as much as you can, and I am a lifetime learner, in fact just this last fall I completed a four-year program to receive an MBA certificate. I feel it's important to continue your classes, even if you're in a job, even if you have a career, because the more you learn, the more you can add to your knowledge base, and the more able you are to transition to something else if you get bored with what you're doing, or if you lose your job, etc. Ardis Bazyn: And I know I've talked to some transition groups for state agencies, and one of the keys I always tell people is be open to anything. Because if you limit yourself, then something might come along and you might decide that that might be the career you want. People sometimes say “Hey, I don't wanna go into that Randolph Sheppard program”, or “I don't wanna go to college”, or “I don't wanna go into technology”. Ardis Bazyn: But you should be open and check out everything, because you might change your mind once you start college and take a few courses. Or, if you decide to go to a technical school, you could start out take a few courses and then decide that that's not for you. So I think you need to just remain open and listen to people around you. Ardis Bazyn: Actually, it's a good idea to shadow somebody. If it's in a career that you think might be of interest, go to that business and follow them for a few days. And there's a lot of people that are in business and in companies that'd be more than happy to have you shadow them for a little while. Because they wanna make sure that any employee would have the right skills, and it's much better to do a shadow position, or do an internship, and then you can decide, “Hey, I really like this,” or “I don't like this.” Jeff Thompson: How about PC or Mac? Ardis Bazyn: I like PC. I do use an iPhone, I bought an iPhone a few years ago, and I've been using it a little bit more. But I still don't like the touch screen as well as I do the PC. Plus, I've noticed people have iPads, but you can't put a thumb drive in them. Ardis Bazyn: I use a BrailleSense, in fact I carry one with me at conferences, and I can take notes, and I like to use braille, and I'm a big friend of thumb drives. I plug in thumb drives and pop it over to my PC, and then I can rewrite, revise, etc. faster on my PC than I can on my BrailleSense. I just really enjoy PC, plus it holds so much more. I like it for that reason. Some people use both, but ... nah. Jeff Thompson: As an author, is there a certain software that you use to do your writing? Ardis Bazyn: I use Word for the most part. Now, I do ... On my note taker it's text for the most part, but then I transition over to Word I usually copy it into Word, because I'm more used to Word and I can search for stuff and check out how many words there are and so forth better in Word than I can some of the other. Ardis Bazyn: I'm an Excel user, I use Excel for different databases. I don't use the other ones too much. I'll read PowerPoint, but when I speak I don't use PowerPoint, I tend to like handouts better. Because I've found a lot of people misuse PowerPoint. They'll be reading everything off the PowerPoint. That's not the point of PowerPoint, the point is to have some key points. Jeff Thompson: Ardis, what advice would you give to someone who's in high school, looking forward to transitioning to college and the workplace? Ardis Bazyn: I would suggest, as far as going to college, make sure you check out the college disabilities service before you sign up for college. If you have three or four colleges you're looking at, make sure that you go to the one that's gonna help you the most. Ardis Bazyn: Some disabilities services are really good, and they'll help you to get your documents put in a format that you can read, they'll help you with testing, etc. And some disability services are not real good about ... They don't wanna be flexible in your schedule. If you're having to take afternoon and evening courses, for example, and you're working in the morning, you wanna make sure that that college can accommodate you. Ardis Bazyn: I did that when I went from community college for two years, and then I had to transition to a four-year, and then when I was checking them out I just wanted to make sure what courses I had in their different majors. Because I found out one of the colleges I was heavily considering for a public relations course, they wanted me to take layout and design, they wanted me to take photography, those kind of things, which, for a totally blind person, is really ridiculous. Ardis Bazyn: And they said, “Oh, we can have somebody help you.” Why would you wanna bother taking a course that you aren't gonna be able to use in the future? Whereas the other college I ended up going to, they gave me a list of courses, and I just had to take so many out of this particular list. They were much more flexible. So it's real important to check that out when you look at a college. Ardis Bazyn: The other thing is decide how far away you wanna be from your parents or your family, and think about all these things ahead of time, before you say, “Hey, I'd like that college, it sounds really great, they're offering this.” But you really need to check it out. Ardis Bazyn: I actually wrote a document for students looking at going to college, it's called A Guide to a Successful College Experience. And anyone that would like to get a hold of that, they can contact me and I'd be glad to send it to them. It covers all the different things you should look at when you're looking to go to a college. It's especially written for blind students, but a lot of the stuff would work for any disabled student. Jeff Thompson: So Ardis, how can someone find you on the web? Ardis Bazyn: I have two websites, one is bazyncommunications.com, B-A-Z-Y-N-communications, with an S, .com. And then under my name, ardisbazyn.com. And on the Ardis Bazyn one I have a blog, whereas the other one is more of a traditional website, and it has a majority of the links and then my Ardis Bazyn one links to that site. Jeff Thompson: So right at the end here you start talking about a blog. You just seem really busy with a lot of writing, you must really enjoy it. Ardis Bazyn: I don't blog as much as I should, I should do it every week or two, and sometimes it's once every couple of months. But I like to share tips and tricks for people of all ages. And I'm on several boards, I'm on American Business Women's Association, I'm active with Business Network International, BNI is for both men and women whereas ABWA is more for just women, although they allow men to join. Ardis Bazyn: Plus I'm real active in blindness organizations, American Council of the Blind, Randolph Sheppard Vendors of America, Independent Visually Impaired Entrepreneurs, as well as the California Council of the Blind and the State Independent Living Council in California. Ardis Bazyn: So I keep pretty active, because I think it's important for blind people to show other blind people what they can do if they get out there, network with people. Jeff Thompson: You're gonna need more than a business card to put all that on. Jeff Thompson: Well, Ardis, thank you very much for taking the time out of your day here at the convention and speaking to the listeners of Blind Abilities. Ardis Bazyn: Thank you for having me. Pete Lane: This concludes our chat with Ardis Bazyn. Jeff and I would like to thank Ardis for chatting with us. Special thanks to [inaudible] for his absolutely gorgeous music. And for all of you, thanks so much for listening, and have a great day. Pete Lane: For more podcasts with a blindness perspective, check us out on the web at www.blindabilities.com. We're on Twitter, we're on Facebook, and be sure to check out our free app in the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store.

Virginia Muzquiz is known as the Referral Diva. She is an Executive Director with Business Network International, the Chief Connections Officer with Master Connectors, Inc and the host of the Passion+Purpose=IMPACT podcast. Well-known for her ability to connect the people she meets with people they need to know, Virginia is on a mission to help solo business owners connect to their purpose and their passion so they can build businesses that fund their dreams and have massive impact on the community where they live and serve. Contact Info Website: www.MasterConnectors.com Website: Also find Virginia at www.BNIMidAmerica.com Free 'Faithful FollowUp Guide': www.MasterConnectors.com/followup Most Influential Person Callan Rush Effect on Emotions I'm no longer a reactive slave to my emotions. I'm actually a casual observer. Thoughts on Breathing Breathing is what ties the mind to clarity. I think breathing is what gives me clarity, focus and vision. Suggested Resources Book: Anything by Dr. Wayne Dyer App: iTunes - Meditative music which I preview on Pandora and then purchase on iTunes Also search for Nam-myoho-renge-kyo. It's a Buddhist chant. Bullying Story I'll tell you a story because it does have that 'if I had known how to deal with it different' slant because I actually had a similar situation. I was 12 years old, 11 or 12 and it was in fifth grade and I was invited to Dana Amoli's birthday party. I felt like, oh my God, I made it. Dana was going to have me over to her house. I was going to get to go to the party and everything. What I didn't know is I was the entertainment. Like if you've ever seen the movie mean girls, like I was the entertainment. So after all the parents went to bed, it probably was 11 or 12:00 at night. The girls, they were all doing that thing where you lay down and you do light as a feather, stiff as a board and lift with two fingers. Well, they got me to lay down, but instead of doing light as a feather stiff as a board, they held me down. They smeared me with green Jello and they shoved me in a closet and that's where I slept. I pounded on the door. I begged for them to let me out. And they didn't let me out until the morning. I can't even remember really what happened because I'm sure that Mrs Amoli was horrified and talked to my mother. I don't remember. That moment is like sticky and in the dark and laughing and, you know, that was just like, it's so wow. It's so present for me and how cruel and ucky that was.

Some lawyers lie to me. It happens like this: “My marketing isn't working,” they say. “I'm doing the networking thing. I'm meeting other lawyers, doing lunches and coffee. And I even joined a Business Network International group.” (The BNI thing always annoys me. I've never encouraged anyone to join a BNI group. “Why did you join a BNI?” I ask them. “Because it's in your networking course,” they say. “No it isn't,” I tell them, then try to get back to the important part of the conversation. But at that point I'm agitated. Why do people join those freaking BNI groups?) You are lying if you say one thing and do another When people claim their marketing isn't working, I ask to see the evidence. “Show me your calendar,” I demand. That's where they freeze. “It won't show much,” they say. Then the excuses come out. “I was in trial for two weeks.” “I was on vacation the week before that.” “I just don't have much free time.” They fast-talk me with excuses before they ever show their calendar. Lawyers know when a trap is coming, and when to jump out of the way. If they show me their calendar, it rarely shows evidence of coffee and lunch dates. It'll show client meetings, court appearances, and parent/teacher meetings at their kid's school. There'll be nothing about Starbucks or Dunkin Donuts or Biggby. They aren't “doing the networking thing” At this point, I can feel the chemicals that make me say mean stuff coursing through my brain. I feel like I'm cross examining them. I remind myself to be polite, professional and understanding. Sadly, that approach has NEVER worked for me. I lack self-control. “The reason your networking isn't working is because you're not doing it,” I say, trying to suppress my mean-spirited victory dance. “You've got to actually meet people to make this work,” I say. They know I've got them, of course, otherwise they would have shown me their calendar. They squirm and regret mentioning the topic in the first place. They always think they're going to enjoy my consulting. Ha! Next, they try to change the subject, of course. They talk about “time management.” It's as predictable as the sunrise. They go into tirades about how they don't have time to handle their client work and the intake calls. (Why are there intake calls if the marketing isn't working? This always confuses me, but I hear it over and over. It usually involves wanting to hire an intake staffer.) “There just isn't any time,” they say, sometimes with tears in their eyes. (Tears don't work on me. I was a divorce lawyer for 30 years. Crying men don't faze me.) “I'm on overload,” they continue. Sometimes they're red-in-the-face angry. I suppose I should console them, but that's not something I do because I'm not that nice. I get on them about how they're undercharging. That's why they're too busy to market. They give it away for free, so they're working (for low rates) way too many hours. But they believe their own bullshit. I get the standard excuse. “I can't charge more because my clients won't pay more.” Yes, I've had this exact conversation many, many--too many--times. At this point, they realize I've got them. (This is also when I do my silent, motionless happy dance.) Clients won't pay what the lawyer is worth is because that lawyer won't do the marketing. Better marketing means better clients, which means higher fees, which means more time to do better marketing. Finally, the conversation comes back around to where we started. I ask: “So why aren't you doing the networking?” All marketing works--if you do it Look--all marketing works. I promise. Those who take action get results. It's not rocket science. It's not even science. It just works. You wake up, you put on your suit and your fancy shoes, and you go talk to people. Some of those people like you and trust you. That's true even of the biggest dork on the planet. I don't know why they like and trust you, but some of them do. It's just true. If you don't go out and talk to people, they won't like and trust you. The lawyers who lie to me don't get results from their networking because they don't network. They don't even go to their lame-ass BNI meetings. That said, networking isn't for everyone. Some of us need alternative methods to become known, liked and trusted. Talking to people is hard for many folks, but there are alternatives. You can blog (speaking of which, the blog you're reading turned Rosen Institute into a thriving business). You can write articles for national or local publications. You can turn those words into a podcast, or a YouTube channel. You can use your articles as the basis for webinars, civic group speeches, LinkedIn posts, Facebook articles and videos, and on and on. You can create a content-rich website with landing pages targeting specific people or groups. You can promote those articles and pages to local groups and professionals. You can run ads on Google AdWords, Facebook, local media, and other outlets. You can get active on social media and build connections through Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Snapchat, and Instagram. This may not be for you If you scan my list of ideas and aren't excited about any of the options, maybe this isn't for you. Private practice requires attention to marketing. It doesn't work unless you commit energy to drawing in business. Sure, you can outsource it, but it's not ever going to work like you want if your head isn't in the game. You need some enthusiasm for the marketing or the results won't satisfy you. You don't have to do this. You can work for someone else. You can go in-house or into government. You can find a place in a law school or a non-profit agency. Reading about marketing, hiring a coach, drafting extensive plans and task lists … these things don't make marketing work. It takes action. And you've got to do it over and over. You've got to keep marketing. It doesn't stop. Seriously, it doesn't stop. I'm sitting here writing this blog post because my marketing doesn't stop. I'll talk to some lawyers today because my marketing doesn't stop. I'll record my podcast tomorrow morning because my marketing doesn't stop. If that makes you want to curl up in the fetal position and hide, maybe this isn't for you. The dirty little secret about marketing I said it earlier, but I'll say it again: all marketing works, but only if you do it. Really, all marketing works. Even really, really dumb ideas work. I gave away marriage licenses on Valentine's Day for media coverage. I know a guy who wrapped his car in plastic printed with his name and number. Bus stop benches work. Ads before the movie in the theatre work. Craigslist ads work. Writing articles for Playboy works. Having naked pictures of yourself published in a national magazine works. It all works. Marketing is about being known, liked, and trusted. If you go to a busy corner and scream your name and practice area over and over, it'll work. Those folks will know you and, oddly, some will like you and trust you. It all works. It's just that some of it works better or worse depending on what you're offering and to whom you're making the offer. Here's the trick The trick, and it's not really a trick, is to do it. You've got to find a way to make marketing matter to you. It needs to become a priority. It's mostly emotional. It's about talking to yourself and making a decision to act and keep acting. I'm writing this article on Monday morning. I always write this stuff on Monday morning. Why not Tuesday, or Thursday? Because the plan is to do it on Monday morning. I start worrying about the article on Sunday night. That's when I get anxious because I don't have an idea yet. Then I go to sleep and wake up early because I know I've got something I need to do. Sure, I could stall or delay, but I don't because I've made this the thing I have to do. It's right up there with the other essentials--bathing, eating, dental checkups, taking my pills, talking to my mother, etc. I don't debate it anymore because it's on the list. I just do it. It's 10AM in Bangkok on this Monday morning and I'm nearly finished with this article. I would have preferred to read the New York Times or go for a walk, but this is when I do my marketing. It's required. It's easy to slip if you're willing to slip. I'm not. I look at these articles like I used to look at picking up the kid from school. It HAS to be done. If I'm going to be busy on Monday morning (and I try really hard not to schedule things for those hours), I make myself write the article in advance. Why? Because I can't miss it. It MUST be done. You need to trick yourself just like I've tricked myself. Of course, your marketing might require a different schedule. It might require making three calls before breakfast to invite folks to meet for coffee. It might involve emailing one civic group per day about a speaking opportunity. It could involve scanning for media exposure opportunities or responding to social media posts. Whatever your tasks and schedule, you've got to make your marketing a priority. What if it's still not working? If your marketing isn't working, the problem probably isn't your approach. It's probably not working because you aren't doing the work. Look at your calendar yourself (save my consulting fee) and see if you're actually taking action. Sometimes you don't know your own reality because being busy skews your perception. Thinking about marketing can trick your brain into believing you're doing the work. All the learning, the reading, the webinar attending, the planning, etc. feels like marketing. But it's not. Marketing doesn't happen until you engage with others and make them know, like and trust you. So if your marketing isn't working, now you know why. You know what you need to do. You know that it's about action. When you take action with frequency, regularity, and persistence, you'll see results. When you make the marketing something that MUST be done, it will get done. That's when the results happen. That's when the phone rings and your practice grows. It's hard to accept, but for most us, the reason our practice isn't growing is because we're not doing the marketing. You can lie to me about it if you like, but don't lie to yourself.

Some lawyers lie to me. It happens like this: “My marketing isn’t working,” they say. “I’m doing the networking thing. I’m meeting other lawyers, doing lunches and coffee. And I even joined a Business Network International group.” (The BNI thing always annoys me. I’ve never encouraged anyone to join a BNI group. “Why did you join a BNI?” I ask them. “Because it’s in your networking course,” they say. “No it isn’t,” I tell them, then try to get back to the important part of the conversation. But at that point I’m agitated. Why do people join those freaking BNI groups?)

(March 28, 2017) Dr J gives a brief introduction to the founding and mission of the Ruth Institute at Business Network International's annual dinner. She discusses children's need for their own parents, family structure, California's Prop 8, being labeled a "hate group," and so on.

I caught up with Brent Kastanowski about how he turns a weekly breakfast into 10 sales a year! This is a must watch if you have considered joining or starting a BNI (Business Network International) group.

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Jon DeWaal, a life transition specialist who helps people work through the personal side effects of making major life transitions. He describes his work as counseling, coaching, career counseling, and spiritual direction, all rolled into one. Jon has joined me today to discuss the questions you can ask yourself about your level of discipline, commitment, and ability to affect meaningful change in your growing consulting business. We examine the need to make changes in your business before you hit the bottom, the importance of discipline and conversations, and the difference between consultants who wish they could get things done and the ones who are willing to put in the work to make things happen, all on this episode of The Consulting Success Podcast with Jon DeWaal.   Writing The Best Story For Your Life It took falling off a roof to make Jon realize that he wasn’t living the life he wanted. Fresh out of college, Jon had spent four years building up a business as an independent contractor when his life suddenly — and unexpectedly — started down a new path. After the fall, Jon found himself lying in a hospital bed examining his life situation. He reluctantly and painfully admitting that he no longer wanted to do the same work he had been doing, and a new chapter began. He started exploring different options with a close friend and mentor, and after realizing that he was part of a story that he no longer wanted to be in, Jon knew that change was on the horizon. Once he started contemplating the stories that he did want to see in his future, Jon realized that what he wanted more than anything was to make a meaningful impact on the world. More so than his potential house or salary size, Jon wondered what it would look like to leave a mark on a person. To use his gifts and strengths on their behalf, and to become a force that provoked with really good questions, a strong sense of presence, and a source of invitation — to help others see a different story for their personal and professional future. There is a good chance that you became a consultant because you have found yourself at a similar crossroads in your career. Taking the leap into consultancy might have meant a major shift in your life story, as well. If so, you’ll want to listen on to hear more about the success that Jon found once he began pursuing his new life dream.   Main Challenges of Business Owners Every business owner is faced with a barrage of challenges, questions, and problems. The first challenge that Jon admits to dealing with, even with his own work, is the feeling of never spending enough time working on your business. Instead, business owners often find themselves down in the trenches doing work for the business. Too often, business owners haven’t built boundaries for themselves. They don’t have a clear focus on the direction that they want their business to go, and that can cause major problems with the growth of a company. Jon shares an example of a small company in Seattle that quickly grew from $250,000 to over $1 million in revenue. Because they weren’t adequately prepared for this growth, too much of their time was spent in reactive mode — putting out fires — and they needed the guidance of someone like Jon to help them refocus and move forward with their work. He asks deep and meaningful questions while helping businesses through this significant growth transition, including, “Who are you now as a business?” “What does it mean to create space and time to lead this organization differently?” These are not questions that can be answered, or acted upon, easily, but they are questions that you need to ask yourself. Examining your company’s weaknesses and identifying areas of needed growth is essential to the health of your business. There has to be dedicated space within each week, month, and year in order to effectively lead an organization rather than just stay in it day after day. Some of these ideas may seem new and overwhelming as your business starts to grow up, but taking the time to answer these questions and effect meaningful change in your business will offer you tremendous rewards. Many of Jon’s clients feel bombarded with the daily work, projects, and emergencies that every consultant faces — delivering on client projects, handling personal and professional situations and balancing a busy work schedule. There never seems to be enough time to dedicate productive time to work on the business, rather than just working in it. Does this sound familiar to you?   The Number One Reason You Aren’t Focused So many clients that I talk to have the same problem — they aren’t spending enough time working on their business. Even though they know deep down that they need to spend more focused time growing and developing their business, they just can’t seem to find a way to make it happen. Jon has seen the same thing in his work, and he has an explanation for it. Jon shares what he believes is the number one reason for not getting the most important things done, and that is an overall lack of discipline. A lack of discipline creates so many problems in businesses, in particular with getting things done. Disciplines are essential to the success and health of your company, and they are so valuable because they help contain the creative places. Jon ask his clients some hard questions here as well — “What does it mean to actually own your schedule?” “Do you know where the value-adding activities are as you work to distinguish yourself in the marketplace?” “What do you need to become more of in your role as a business owner?” Asking yourself these kinds of questions can help you develop a core language and real sense of identity for your business as it grows. Once you understand the beliefs that are driving your behaviors, it becomes easier to form new habits that will help to drive your business forward and help you reach the milestones you’ve set for your consultancy.   The Key Role of Commitment I see a lot of consultants that will tell you that they want to grow their business — on the surface.  But there is a big difference between those who are truly committed and those who are simply interested in making growth changes. Too many consultants spend their time talking about their plans for change, but when it actually comes time for taking action, they find reasons and excuses to not put in the work that is required to get it done. You can wish for things to happen in your business, but it’s only when you really want to put in the work that things will really start to happen. It’s usually only when the pain has grown to a point that you decide you’re willing to do the hard work of creating new disciplines tied to the commitments that you want for your business that change starts to happen. But that doesn’t have to be the case for you! You don’t have to get to the point of pain to set goals and make change happen in your consultancy. You need to listen to my conversation with Jon to find out how you can avoid hitting that low point before taking your business to a higher level. There will have to be trade-offs in order to achieve the higher level of consulting success that you have been seeking, but it will be worth it. Change is a natural and essential part of growing your business, and you don’t need to fear it.  Change does not mean that things are going wrong. If you can embrace change and the uncertainty that can come with it, you may just find that even better things are about to happen for your business. You need to consider how you can apply the advice that Jon shares during our conversation in a very honest way and you may find that it will provide an even greater value for you.   Building A Network and Securing New Clients For the past eight years, Jon has made a dedicated effort to expand his network in every way possible. In addition to his work with clients, he also teaches at a local educational institution, has weekly meetings with his network in BNI (Business Network International), and is a member of his local Chamber of Commerce. Each of these steps to build his network requires a measure of discipline and builds awareness around the work that he does. When he was about four years into his work, Jon reached the point that he was able to choose the kinds of clients that he wanted to work with. This is a milestone that every consultant wants to reach, and for Jon, it took years of disciplined work to achieve. There were moments of disappointment and setbacks, but Jon surrounded himself with people that encouraged him to keep moving forward, and the payoff has made it all worth it. Jon shares two words of advice for any consultant that wants to meet the milestones of success as soon as possible. First, there is great value in writing — sharing your content through newsletters, blog posts, and articles has the power to increase your credibility substantially. Trust in yourself and don’t be afraid to put your content out there for the world to learn from. It does require discipline, but the benefits it brings to your company will quickly become apparent. The second piece of advice he shares is to have the discipline to maintain positive and encouraging relationships no matter how busy your work and life become. For some, that may come through personal friendships, others it will be with a mentor or coach. Whatever it is for you, make sure that you take time to maintain the relationships that will help support you on your road to success. If you’ve been listening to The Consulting Success Podcast for any amount of time, you will recognize some of these same themes popping up, posing the need to ask yourself some hard and honest questions about your commitment to the success of your consultancy — “Are you disciplined enough to have continual conversations within your network?” “Are you committed to making meaningful and necessary changes for your consulting business?” If you’re unsure of your answers to these questions, along with the questions Jon posed earlier, then you need to listen to this episode. I know you will gain great insight into ways that you can increase your discipline and commit to real change as you listen to my conversation with Jon DeWaal on this episode of The Consulting Success Podcast.   Key Takeaways: [:17] Introducing Jon DeWaal — life transition specialist, fall survivor, and asker of hard questions. [8:37] The most common challenge that business owners face is their busy-ness. [10:23] The need for real discipline and a lasting commitment to growing your business. [16:14] The benefits of embracing change as it comes to your consultancy. [21:04] Jon’s advice for building a business and securing new clients. [24:29] The value of sharing your content and maintaining your relationships. [29:48] How you can connect with Jon.   Mentioned in This Episode: Liminal Space "Everything Is Waiting For You," by David Whyte BNI —  Business Network International   Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the Consulting Success Community today: consultingsuccess.com

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Jon DeWaal, a life transition specialist who helps people work through the personal side effects of making major life transitions. He describes his work as counseling, coaching, career counseling, and spiritual direction, all rolled into one. Jon has joined me today to discuss the questions you can ask yourself about your level of discipline, commitment, and ability to affect meaningful change in your growing consulting business. We examine the need to make changes in your business before you hit the bottom, the importance of discipline and conversations, and the difference between consultants who wish they could get things done and the ones who are willing to put in the work to make things happen, all on this episode of The Consulting Success Podcast with Jon DeWaal.   Writing The Best Story For Your Life It took falling off a roof to make Jon realize that he wasn’t living the life he wanted. Fresh out of college, Jon had spent four years building up a business as an independent contractor when his life suddenly — and unexpectedly — started down a new path. After the fall, Jon found himself lying in a hospital bed examining his life situation. He reluctantly and painfully admitting that he no longer wanted to do the same work he had been doing, and a new chapter began. He started exploring different options with a close friend and mentor, and after realizing that he was part of a story that he no longer wanted to be in, Jon knew that change was on the horizon. Once he started contemplating the stories that he did want to see in his future, Jon realized that what he wanted more than anything was to make a meaningful impact on the world. More so than his potential house or salary size, Jon wondered what it would look like to leave a mark on a person. To use his gifts and strengths on their behalf, and to become a force that provoked with really good questions, a strong sense of presence, and a source of invitation — to help others see a different story for their personal and professional future. There is a good chance that you became a consultant because you have found yourself at a similar crossroads in your career. Taking the leap into consultancy might have meant a major shift in your life story, as well. If so, you’ll want to listen on to hear more about the success that Jon found once he began pursuing his new life dream.   Main Challenges of Business Owners Every business owner is faced with a barrage of challenges, questions, and problems. The first challenge that Jon admits to dealing with, even with his own work, is the feeling of never spending enough time working on your business. Instead, business owners often find themselves down in the trenches doing work for the business. Too often, business owners haven’t built boundaries for themselves. They don’t have a clear focus on the direction that they want their business to go, and that can cause major problems with the growth of a company. Jon shares an example of a small company in Seattle that quickly grew from $250,000 to over $1 million in revenue. Because they weren’t adequately prepared for this growth, too much of their time was spent in reactive mode — putting out fires — and they needed the guidance of someone like Jon to help them refocus and move forward with their work. He asks deep and meaningful questions while helping businesses through this significant growth transition, including, “Who are you now as a business?” “What does it mean to create space and time to lead this organization differently?” These are not questions that can be answered, or acted upon, easily, but they are questions that you need to ask yourself. Examining your company’s weaknesses and identifying areas of needed growth is essential to the health of your business. There has to be dedicated space within each week, month, and year in order to effectively lead an organization rather than just stay in it day after day. Some of these ideas may seem new and overwhelming as your business starts to grow up, but taking the time to answer these questions and effect meaningful change in your business will offer you tremendous rewards. Many of Jon’s clients feel bombarded with the daily work, projects, and emergencies that every consultant faces — delivering on client projects, handling personal and professional situations and balancing a busy work schedule. There never seems to be enough time to dedicate productive time to work on the business, rather than just working in it. Does this sound familiar to you?   The Number One Reason You Aren’t Focused So many clients that I talk to have the same problem — they aren’t spending enough time working on their business. Even though they know deep down that they need to spend more focused time growing and developing their business, they just can’t seem to find a way to make it happen. Jon has seen the same thing in his work, and he has an explanation for it. Jon shares what he believes is the number one reason for not getting the most important things done, and that is an overall lack of discipline. A lack of discipline creates so many problems in businesses, in particular with getting things done. Disciplines are essential to the success and health of your company, and they are so valuable because they help contain the creative places. Jon ask his clients some hard questions here as well — “What does it mean to actually own your schedule?” “Do you know where the value-adding activities are as you work to distinguish yourself in the marketplace?” “What do you need to become more of in your role as a business owner?” Asking yourself these kinds of questions can help you develop a core language and real sense of identity for your business as it grows. Once you understand the beliefs that are driving your behaviors, it becomes easier to form new habits that will help to drive your business forward and help you reach the milestones you’ve set for your consultancy.   The Key Role of Commitment I see a lot of consultants that will tell you that they want to grow their business — on the surface.  But there is a big difference between those who are truly committed and those who are simply interested in making growth changes. Too many consultants spend their time talking about their plans for change, but when it actually comes time for taking action, they find reasons and excuses to not put in the work that is required to get it done. You can wish for things to happen in your business, but it’s only when you really want to put in the work that things will really start to happen. It’s usually only when the pain has grown to a point that you decide you’re willing to do the hard work of creating new disciplines tied to the commitments that you want for your business that change starts to happen. But that doesn’t have to be the case for you! You don’t have to get to the point of pain to set goals and make change happen in your consultancy. You need to listen to my conversation with Jon to find out how you can avoid hitting that low point before taking your business to a higher level. There will have to be trade-offs in order to achieve the higher level of consulting success that you have been seeking, but it will be worth it. Change is a natural and essential part of growing your business, and you don’t need to fear it.  Change does not mean that things are going wrong. If you can embrace change and the uncertainty that can come with it, you may just find that even better things are about to happen for your business. You need to consider how you can apply the advice that Jon shares during our conversation in a very honest way and you may find that it will provide an even greater value for you.   Building A Network and Securing New Clients For the past eight years, Jon has made a dedicated effort to expand his network in every way possible. In addition to his work with clients, he also teaches at a local educational institution, has weekly meetings with his network in BNI (Business Network International), and is a member of his local Chamber of Commerce. Each of these steps to build his network requires a measure of discipline and builds awareness around the work that he does. When he was about four years into his work, Jon reached the point that he was able to choose the kinds of clients that he wanted to work with. This is a milestone that every consultant wants to reach, and for Jon, it took years of disciplined work to achieve. There were moments of disappointment and setbacks, but Jon surrounded himself with people that encouraged him to keep moving forward, and the payoff has made it all worth it. Jon shares two words of advice for any consultant that wants to meet the milestones of success as soon as possible. First, there is great value in writing — sharing your content through newsletters, blog posts, and articles has the power to increase your credibility substantially. Trust in yourself and don’t be afraid to put your content out there for the world to learn from. It does require discipline, but the benefits it brings to your company will quickly become apparent. The second piece of advice he shares is to have the discipline to maintain positive and encouraging relationships no matter how busy your work and life become. For some, that may come through personal friendships, others it will be with a mentor or coach. Whatever it is for you, make sure that you take time to maintain the relationships that will help support you on your road to success. If you’ve been listening to The Consulting Success Podcast for any amount of time, you will recognize some of these same themes popping up, posing the need to ask yourself some hard and honest questions about your commitment to the success of your consultancy — “Are you disciplined enough to have continual conversations within your network?” “Are you committed to making meaningful and necessary changes for your consulting business?” If you’re unsure of your answers to these questions, along with the questions Jon posed earlier, then you need to listen to this episode. I know you will gain great insight into ways that you can increase your discipline and commit to real change as you listen to my conversation with Jon DeWaal on this episode of The Consulting Success Podcast.   Key Takeaways: [:17] Introducing Jon DeWaal — life transition specialist, fall survivor, and asker of hard questions. [8:37] The most common challenge that business owners face is their busy-ness. [10:23] The need for real discipline and a lasting commitment to growing your business. [16:14] The benefits of embracing change as it comes to your consultancy. [21:04] Jon’s advice for building a business and securing new clients. [24:29] The value of sharing your content and maintaining your relationships. [29:48] How you can connect with Jon.   Mentioned in This Episode: Liminal Space "Everything Is Waiting For You," by David Whyte BNI —  Business Network International   Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the Consulting Success Community today: consultingsuccess.com

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Jon DeWaal, a life transition specialist who helps people work through the personal side effects of making major life transitions. He describes his work as counseling, coaching, career counseling, and spiritual direction, all rolled into one. Jon has joined me today to discuss the questions you can ask yourself about your level of discipline, commitment, and ability to affect meaningful change in your growing consulting business. We examine the need to make changes in your business before you hit the bottom, the importance of discipline and conversations, and the difference between consultants who wish they could get things done and the ones who are willing to put in the work to make things happen, all on this episode of The Consulting Success Podcast with Jon DeWaal.   Writing The Best Story For Your Life It took falling off a roof to make Jon realize that he wasn’t living the life he wanted. Fresh out of college, Jon had spent four years building up a business as an independent contractor when his life suddenly — and unexpectedly — started down a new path. After the fall, Jon found himself lying in a hospital bed examining his life situation. He reluctantly and painfully admitting that he no longer wanted to do the same work he had been doing, and a new chapter began. He started exploring different options with a close friend and mentor, and after realizing that he was part of a story that he no longer wanted to be in, Jon knew that change was on the horizon. Once he started contemplating the stories that he did want to see in his future, Jon realized that what he wanted more than anything was to make a meaningful impact on the world. More so than his potential house or salary size, Jon wondered what it would look like to leave a mark on a person. To use his gifts and strengths on their behalf, and to become a force that provoked with really good questions, a strong sense of presence, and a source of invitation — to help others see a different story for their personal and professional future. There is a good chance that you became a consultant because you have found yourself at a similar crossroads in your career. Taking the leap into consultancy might have meant a major shift in your life story, as well. If so, you’ll want to listen on to hear more about the success that Jon found once he began pursuing his new life dream.   Main Challenges of Business Owners Every business owner is faced with a barrage of challenges, questions, and problems. The first challenge that Jon admits to dealing with, even with his own work, is the feeling of never spending enough time working on your business. Instead, business owners often find themselves down in the trenches doing work for the business. Too often, business owners haven’t built boundaries for themselves. They don’t have a clear focus on the direction that they want their business to go, and that can cause major problems with the growth of a company. Jon shares an example of a small company in Seattle that quickly grew from $250,000 to over $1 million in revenue. Because they weren’t adequately prepared for this growth, too much of their time was spent in reactive mode — putting out fires — and they needed the guidance of someone like Jon to help them refocus and move forward with their work. He asks deep and meaningful questions while helping businesses through this significant growth transition, including, “Who are you now as a business?” “What does it mean to create space and time to lead this organization differently?” These are not questions that can be answered, or acted upon, easily, but they are questions that you need to ask yourself. Examining your company’s weaknesses and identifying areas of needed growth is essential to the health of your business. There has to be dedicated space within each week, month, and year in order to effectively lead an organization rather than just stay in it day after day. Some of these ideas may seem new and overwhelming as your business starts to grow up, but taking the time to answer these questions and effect meaningful change in your business will offer you tremendous rewards. Many of Jon’s clients feel bombarded with the daily work, projects, and emergencies that every consultant faces — delivering on client projects, handling personal and professional situations and balancing a busy work schedule. There never seems to be enough time to dedicate productive time to work on the business, rather than just working in it. Does this sound familiar to you?   The Number One Reason You Aren’t Focused So many clients that I talk to have the same problem — they aren’t spending enough time working on their business. Even though they know deep down that they need to spend more focused time growing and developing their business, they just can’t seem to find a way to make it happen. Jon has seen the same thing in his work, and he has an explanation for it. Jon shares what he believes is the number one reason for not getting the most important things done, and that is an overall lack of discipline. A lack of discipline creates so many problems in businesses, in particular with getting things done. Disciplines are essential to the success and health of your company, and they are so valuable because they help contain the creative places. Jon ask his clients some hard questions here as well — “What does it mean to actually own your schedule?” “Do you know where the value-adding activities are as you work to distinguish yourself in the marketplace?” “What do you need to become more of in your role as a business owner?” Asking yourself these kinds of questions can help you develop a core language and real sense of identity for your business as it grows. Once you understand the beliefs that are driving your behaviors, it becomes easier to form new habits that will help to drive your business forward and help you reach the milestones you’ve set for your consultancy.   The Key Role of Commitment I see a lot of consultants that will tell you that they want to grow their business — on the surface.  But there is a big difference between those who are truly committed and those who are simply interested in making growth changes. Too many consultants spend their time talking about their plans for change, but when it actually comes time for taking action, they find reasons and excuses to not put in the work that is required to get it done. You can wish for things to happen in your business, but it’s only when you really want to put in the work that things will really start to happen. It’s usually only when the pain has grown to a point that you decide you’re willing to do the hard work of creating new disciplines tied to the commitments that you want for your business that change starts to happen. But that doesn’t have to be the case for you! You don’t have to get to the point of pain to set goals and make change happen in your consultancy. You need to listen to my conversation with Jon to find out how you can avoid hitting that low point before taking your business to a higher level. There will have to be trade-offs in order to achieve the higher level of consulting success that you have been seeking, but it will be worth it. Change is a natural and essential part of growing your business, and you don’t need to fear it.  Change does not mean that things are going wrong. If you can embrace change and the uncertainty that can come with it, you may just find that even better things are about to happen for your business. You need to consider how you can apply the advice that Jon shares during our conversation in a very honest way and you may find that it will provide an even greater value for you.   Building A Network and Securing New Clients For the past eight years, Jon has made a dedicated effort to expand his network in every way possible. In addition to his work with clients, he also teaches at a local educational institution, has weekly meetings with his network in BNI (Business Network International), and is a member of his local Chamber of Commerce. Each of these steps to build his network requires a measure of discipline and builds awareness around the work that he does. When he was about four years into his work, Jon reached the point that he was able to choose the kinds of clients that he wanted to work with. This is a milestone that every consultant wants to reach, and for Jon, it took years of disciplined work to achieve. There were moments of disappointment and setbacks, but Jon surrounded himself with people that encouraged him to keep moving forward, and the payoff has made it all worth it. Jon shares two words of advice for any consultant that wants to meet the milestones of success as soon as possible. First, there is great value in writing — sharing your content through newsletters, blog posts, and articles has the power to increase your credibility substantially. Trust in yourself and don’t be afraid to put your content out there for the world to learn from. It does require discipline, but the benefits it brings to your company will quickly become apparent. The second piece of advice he shares is to have the discipline to maintain positive and encouraging relationships no matter how busy your work and life become. For some, that may come through personal friendships, others it will be with a mentor or coach. Whatever it is for you, make sure that you take time to maintain the relationships that will help support you on your road to success. If you’ve been listening to The Consulting Success Podcast for any amount of time, you will recognize some of these same themes popping up, posing the need to ask yourself some hard and honest questions about your commitment to the success of your consultancy — “Are you disciplined enough to have continual conversations within your network?” “Are you committed to making meaningful and necessary changes for your consulting business?” If you’re unsure of your answers to these questions, along with the questions Jon posed earlier, then you need to listen to this episode. I know you will gain great insight into ways that you can increase your discipline and commit to real change as you listen to my conversation with Jon DeWaal on this episode of The Consulting Success Podcast.   Key Takeaways: [:17] Introducing Jon DeWaal — life transition specialist, fall survivor, and asker of hard questions. [8:37] The most common challenge that business owners face is their busy-ness. [10:23] The need for real discipline and a lasting commitment to growing your business. [16:14] The benefits of embracing change as it comes to your consultancy. [21:04] Jon’s advice for building a business and securing new clients. [24:29] The value of sharing your content and maintaining your relationships. [29:48] How you can connect with Jon.   Mentioned in This Episode: Liminal Space "Everything Is Waiting For You," by David Whyte BNI —  Business Network International   Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the Consulting Success Community today: consultingsuccess.com

(July 26, 2017) Dr J gives a brief introduction to our upcoming "Healing Family Breakdown" spiritual workshop at Business Network International. For more information or to register, please visit ruthinstitute.org/events.

In this episode I'm joined by Brennan Scanlon (@JBrennanScanlon), a Referral Marketing Expert, who provides keynotes, workshops, and training across the US for trade associations, chambers of commerce, small-medium sized companies as well as larger companies including, Nationwide Insurance, American Family Insurance, Cincinnati Bell, Edward Jones, and US Bank, just to name a few. Brennan is the best selling author of Avoiding the Networking Disconnect: The Three R's to Reconnect and Asentiv Franchise Owner, Keynote Speaker & Trainer as well as an Executive Director for Business Network International. For more information, you can visit weareopusmedia.com or follow us on Twitter @WeAreOpusMedia, and if you have any thoughts that you would like to share with us, you can tweet using #RuleTheWorld. This episode is brought to you by The Writer Coach. You’re listening to this podcast because you know the power of storytelling. Now I want you to bring that power to your own writing, with Roger Schulman at TheWriterCoach.com.  Roger’s unique coaching method connects your personal story to whatever you’re writing, giving it heart and depth. The result: your presentation, website copy, keynote address, or screenplay becomes compelling, entertaining and persuasive.  Roger is the the winner of a British Academy Award, and nominee for the Oscar and the Emmy. So go to TheWriterCoach.com and schedule a free Discovery session. Let Roger “bring the Hollywood” to your writing.

Business and Marketing Podcast With Debbie DeChambeau Networking is a marketing tactic that has been around forever, but during recent years, networking groups have become a formalized process that has generated millions of dollars in revenue for companies that participate. During this episode, Debbie shares her road to starting Select Business Team which originally started as a networking or referral group but has grown into a business development organization with networking as a benefit.  Some of the discussions you’ll hear in the introductory episode include: Is a Networking Group right for you? - since this type of business development can take a little bit of time it’s important to make sure your schedule can accommodate the commitment.  Ideas to help you decide are provided. How does a networking group differ from other networking opportunities? – The most effective networking groups are one person per profession, weekly or bi weekly structured meetings with professionals that are committed to helping others. Having a facilitator that keeps the meeting focused and not getting off track where the direction of the meeting can get lost makes a big difference in the value your’ll receive as a member. Why is a networking group important for building know, like and trust? - When you meet with people on a regular basis and hear their successes it makes it easy for them to introduce you to people who need your products or services.  How do you decide on a group? - You’ll hear several ideas for making a decision on the best group for you to join. From the initial way you were greeted when you walk in the door to the follow up from members. This episode is packed full of information on how to make the right decision when joining a networking group. Let us know your favorite ideas below or share them on iTunes. Also let us know your experience with networking groups  RESOURCES DISCUSSED: Duct Tape Marketing Podcast - As mentioned in this episode, Debbie is a member of Duct Tape Marketing which is network of marketing consultants implementing the Duct Tape Marketing System. This system helps business owners navigate the world of marketing which is rapidly evolving as technology and media platforms develop.  John Jantsch is the founder of Duct Tape Marketing and his podcast is a great resource for trending marketing information.  If you need marketing assistance, feel free to reach out to Debbie and her team can help you implement the Duct Tape Marketing System. Business Network International - while Select Business Team might be considered a competitor, BNI is an international organization with a great reputation. If you are listening to this podcast outside of the DC area and want to join a networking group, this would be one option to consider. If you want to start your own group, give Debbie a call and discuss as we are expanding as well and would love to help you start in other areas. ABOUT THE HOST Debbie DeChambeau has been helping business owners and sales professionals build a referral network for over 20 years.  In addition to having her own referral/networking organization, she regularly trains on how to build a business that is focused on growing as a result of referred business.  If you need help building your referral business, connect with Debbie. Connect on LinkedIn Connect on Instagram

Steve Hand is one of the best-selling authors of the book Building the Ultimate Network which provides cutting edge ideas from experts around the world about how to develop productive relationships for business success. Steve has been an entrepreneur all of his life and is the Executive Director of Business Network International. BNI is the world's largest and most successful networking organizations and he is responsible for central North Carolina.   Nita Scoggan is an amazing woman of faith, who believes in miracles. She was a 6-month premie, born at her grandmother's home, weighing only 2 pounds.  The family doctor said: "Don't even give her a name!  She is too weak to cry and too weak to nurse! - She won't even live an hour, so I won't fill out a Birth Certificate." But, her mother and grandmother didn't give up!   Chester Elton Called the “Apostle of appreciation” by the Globe and Mail, Canada's largest newspaper, and “creative and refreshing‚” by the New York Times, Chester Elton is co-author of several successful leadership books. Carrot Principle and Orange Revolution by Simon & Schuster have been New York Times and #1 Wall Street Journal bestsellers, and his new book All.His work has been called a “must read for modern managers,” by Larry King of CNN  

Steve Hand is one of the best-selling authors of the book Building the Ultimate Network which provides cutting edge ideas from experts around the world about how to develop productive relationships for business success. Steve has been an entrepreneur all of his life and is the Executive Director of Business Network International. BNI is the world's largest and most successful networking organizations and he is responsible for central North Carolina.  Lori Higuera a partner at Fennemore Craig, where she co-chairs the employment and labor practice group.  She is an experienced employment lawyer who has been representing employers for more than 15 years.  Her practice focuses on training managers, human resource professionals, and employees in all areas of employment law, including harassment prevention, lawful and effective investigations, effective hiring, performance management, the ADA and FMLA.    Sydney Biddle Barrows better known to millions as the "Mayflower Madam," Sydney Biddle Barrows is a unique American success story.  Her first book, Mayflower Madam, went right to the top of the New York Times bestseller list.  Fortune Magazine named it one of the Ten Best Business Books of the Year, and business schools all across the country, including Harvard, used it in their curriculum.  Sydney also has a very active consulting practice focusing on Sales Choreography and how it influences the Customer Experience.  She conducts on-site Fresh Eyes Analyses for small businesses and professional practices and also holds private consulting sessions over the phone      

Steve Hand one of the best-selling authors of the book Building the Ultimate Network which provides cutting edge ideas from experts around the world about how to develop productive relationships for business success. Steve has been an entrepreneur all of his life and is the Executive Director of Business Network International.   Tamara Dorris author of several personal development books, an adjunct professor and radio show host.Her latest book, “Secrets of a Spiritual Guru,” is a humorous novel that's being compared to “Bridget Jones' Diary.”    Dr. Richard Kattouf Nutrition & Fitness expert also a Best-Selling Author and has been named one of America's PremierExperts® in fitness & nutrition and named one of the World Fitness Elite™ Trainers of the Year.   Rajiv Kapur President of Configurations an Experiential Branding and communications company a company I started in 1989. We work with a range of companies from startups to the fortune 500 companies in helping bring their brands to life.  Peter A. Howley bestselling author and serial entrepreneur with unprecedented experience in successfully building high growth disruptive technology and service companies. As Chairman of The Howley Management Group he works closely with CEO's, Boards and Entrepreneurs internationally to accelerate companies into industry leaders. 

Steve Hand is one of the best-selling authors of the book Building the Ultimate Network which provides cutting edge ideas from experts around the world about how to develop productive relationships for business success. Steve has been an entrepreneur all of his life and is the Executive Director of Business Network International.   Dr. Linda McCarthy has a Ph.D in Metaphysical Counseling, and  is a Board Certified Holistic Practitioner . She is a member of the American Holistic Medical Assn., and a Co-Author of the #1 best-selling book “The Wellness Code”.  Linda is  an inspirational speaker, and winner of the Editor's Choice Award for the Wellness Code.   Josh Henkin has been in the fitness industry for over 20 years. He created the DVRT system in 2005 as a means to create a functional fitness system that could help anyone of any fitness level obtain extraordinary results.He has over 100 articles published in the areas of functional fitness and performance.  Dr.Warren Willey Medical Director of a medical weight loss center and primary care office in southeast Idaho.He is a board Certified Osteopathic Physician.He is a founding diplomat of the American Board of Holistic Medicine and a diplomat with The America Board of Family Medicine, The America Board Urgent Care Medicine and The American Board of Obesity Medicine. Dr. Willey is an established author having written a medical textbook and What Does Your Doctor Look Like Naked?  

Mary King  IRS PROBLEM SOLVING ATTORNEY  and co- author of the book Protect and Defend.  Michael Hellickson  Broker/agent 20 years ,Regularly generated over 617 leads/week, Consistently listed 50-75 Retail/Short Sale, Carried average of over 500 listings , Handled well over 1000 short sales.Coached roughly 30% of the Top 100 Agents Nationwide, Considered by many to be the World's #1 Lead Generator and Team Builder  Nancy Kruschke Certified Professional Organizer and owner of Successful Organizing Solutions (S.O.S.) is productivity coach and professional organizer.Her clients have included large corporate departments, small businesses, and individuals. She is a member of the National Association of Professional Organizers, founding member of the WI Chapter of NAPO, member of several local chambers.She is the author of ‘Tips for the Office – ways to get and stay organized.  Mike Starks founder and president of Personal Trainer Food, a  28 day weight loss meal delivery program. He created the program in 2005 when he accidentally helped his wife lose 55lbs in just 5 months and she only walked 20 minutes a day. Personal Trainer Food is the fastest growing weight loss meal plan in the USA right now with over 2,300 professional trainers across the USA.   Steve Hand is one of the best-selling authors of the book Building the Ultimate Network which provides cutting edge ideas from experts around the world about how to develop productive relationships for business success. Steve has been an entrepreneur all of his life and is the Executive Director of Business Network International.   

Steve Hand is one of the best-selling authors of the book Building the Ultimate Network which provides cutting edge ideas from experts around the world about how to develop productive relationships for business success.He has been an entrepreneur all of his life and is the Executive Director of Business Network International.  Katie Hughes founder of Dance Yourself Fit, LLC and the inventor of Slip-On Dancers, a patent-pending product she created to turn their running shoes into dancing shoes by making it easier to twist and turn.  She has driven her company to remarkable growth with her creative innovation, targeted marketing, and scientific approach to problem solving and business systematization  Kevin Clancy expert real estate consultant and broker, recently hit seven Amazon.com best-seller lists with the new real estate book, The New Rise in Real Estate: The Nation's Trusted Real Estate Advisors Reveal Their Top Secrets for Buying and Selling Homes in the New Real Estate Economy.  Jolynn Braley The F.A.T. Release Coach helps smart, successful women achieve struggle-free permanent weight loss by mentoring them through her proprietary, proven, step-by-step system The Inner Self Diet. She is a #1 best-selling author on Amazon, co-author of "Women Who Mean Business"  Janine Godwin Certified Professional Organizer .She earned her BCPO Certification and currently is the only Professional Organizer in the Houston Metro Area that has earned the Level ll Hoarding Specialist Certificate and 8 Certificates of Study from the Institute for Challenging Disorganization . She is also freelance writer and  a contributing author to the book "Stop Clutter From Stealing Your Life". 

Steve Hand is one of the best-selling authors of the book Building the Ultimate Network which provides cutting edge ideas from experts around the world about how to develop productive relationships for business success. Steve has been an entrepreneur all of his life and is the Executive Director of Business Network International. BNI is the world's largest and most successful networking organizations and he is responsible for central North Carolina.   Jeff Jones owner of the Law Offices of Jeffrey T. Jones in Charleston WV, specializes in the area of solving IRS and State Tax Problems. He is the a bestselling author of the book “Protect and Defend”, has been invited by the IRS to speak at their seminars on behalf of taxpayers and has appeared in USA Today as an Emerging Business Leader to Watch.   Jolene Goring is a leading international health and fitness expert. She has recently been named one of‘America's Premier Fitness Experts.She is also a co-author of the bestselling fitness book “Bigger, Better, Faster, Stronger.” She has been involved in the health and fitness industry for 12 years.   Rina Shah is a political strategist based in Washington, DC. She's a first-generation young Indian-American woman who was born & raised in West Virginia. Her background includes work in TV news and as freelance writer. After spending the past few years on Capitol Hill as a senior aide to two Members of Congress, she successfully launched a boutique consulting practice through which she advises on Republican congressional races across the United States.    

Julie Moreland president of PeopleClues, she is responsible for leading the organization to meet global objectives. During the past 21 years, Julie has become a nationally respected authority on practical business applications of assessment technologies. She is also the Co-Author  of the book “Women Who Mean Business .  Jim Sayih  is the Creator  and CEO of 911 Fitness Challenge , benefiting Shriner's Children's Hospitals, he has a Masters Degree in Sports Science & Exercise Physiology, is a Professor at Broward College in Physical Sciences, has a distinguished Law Enforcement career, retired a Police Lieutenant Miami PD.  Amy Kilpatrick  an entrepreneur at heart, finds herself wearing multiple hats as President/Co-Founder of Nspired Networking Enterprises, LLC,  Award-Winning Executive Director for BNI, Business Network International.As a corporate consultant and keynote speaker.  Celeste Thorson is a professional actress, filmmaker and activist living in Los Angeles, CA. She is best known for her comedic appearances on "How I Met Your Mother", "The Exes" and "Jimmy Kimmel Live". This popular Asian American filmmaker has starred in television shows, films, and endorsement campaigns around the globe.As an award winning model she has graced numerous billboards, runways and magazine covers for clients .  Eddie Overdyke is an independent financial advisor based out of Atlanta, GA.  He's been featured in America's Top Hometown Financial Advisors and the Atlanta Journal Constitution, and he has earned the Accredited Investment Fiduciary ® (AIF®) designation from Fiduciary 360. He is one of  the show's regular contributor.  

Steve Hand is one of the best-selling authors of the book Building the Ultimate Network which provides cutting edge ideas from experts around the world about how to develop productive relationships for business success. Steve has been an entrepreneur all of his life and is the Executive Director of Business Network International. BNI is the world's largest and most successful networking organizations and he is responsible for central North Carolina. His members enjoy more than $15 million in profits each year from the efforts and Steve is focused on doubling that in the next few years.  George Nenni is the Vice President of Operations for Dominion Dealer Solutions. George began his automotive career with Dealer Specialties in 1993, and served as Director of Operations when Dominion acquired the business in late 1999. He became Vice President and General Manager in 2001, and remained in that role as Dealer Specialties was integrated into Dominion Dealer Solutions. Today, George oversees Dealer Specialties sales and operations, as well as overall operations for Dominion Dealer Solutions.   Susan Wilking Horan has been an author, an attorney and an advocate for patient rights for the past twenty years. In addition to her knowledge of psychology and the law, she also is a cancer survivor. Not a survivor of just one cancer, but a survivor of three different cancers over the last decade and a half including colon cancer, skin cancer and breast cancer.  Susan has spent much of her adult life living with cancer or the threat of cancer. She has used her personal experience to guide and counsel friends, family and fellow patients through the arduous journey from cancer patient to cancer survivor.    

Steve Hand is one of the best-selling authors of the book Building the Ultimate Network which provides cutting edge ideas from experts around the world about how to develop productive relationships for business success. Steve has been an entrepreneur all of his life and is the Executive Director of Business Network International.     Ed Sanderson Chief Financial Officer and Co-Founder of Ducerus, relates to families who are wondering if they can send their kids to college.He has been in the college-planning field for seven years.   Dr. Scott Stewart has the training, expertise and experience of the Las Vegas Institute as well as the Kois Center of Advanced Dentistry . For the latest in tooth preservation and restoration, Dr. Stewart has trained extensively with the Alleman Institute of Advanced  dhesive/Biomimetic Dentistry. He is certified with the World Clinical Laser Institute for use of Waterlase™ and the diode laser. He is also trained and certified for the diagnosis, treatment planning and placement of Mini Dental Implants for tooth replacement and denture retention.   Joel Sangerman began investing in real estate as an asset diversification strategy in the 1990's.  In 1997 Joel formed DMC Equities, Inc. to specialize in Real Estate Investment and financing.    Joel co-authored the book “SOLD” which became an Amazon best seller.  He also was awarded the Editor's Choice Award for his work in the business book  “Trendsetters”.    Georgia McCabe Social media Strategist, Author, Speaker and branding consultant.

Steve Hand is one of the best-selling authors of the book Building the Ultimate Network which provides cutting edge ideas from experts around the world about how to develop productive relationships for business success. Steve has been an entrepreneur all of his life and is the Executive Director of Business Network International.He is also one of our regular contributor for the show.  Jim Oliver CPA and CFP®, founder and CEO of Jim Oliver & Associates, a San Antonio CPA firm, and of Financial Life Advisors, a Texas registered investment advisor firm. These two firms work closely together to provide comprehensive, fiduciary based tax and financial planning for small businesses, professionals, and high income/high net worth families.  Christine Faulkner 's estate planning practice focuses on helping families enhance their lives today for a secure future tomorrow. Christine guides her clients in making the best legal and financial decisions during their lifetime to ensure the well being of their families. Her practice includes family protection, wealth preservation and family values based planning, as well as planning for unmarried couples, and divorced individuals.  Chad Goldwasser is the founder of Goldwasser International, leading the number one residential real estate team in Austin, TX. Goldwasser Real Estate's mission is to be the world leader in providing revolutionary value and innovation for buyers and sellers of residential real estate.  Anthony Trucks CSCS, former NFL, president of Trucks Training.     

Vicki White a top producing agent in the Dallas area.  She has a boutique agency called Vicki White Homes that is a part of Dallas City Center Realtors.  She was named BEST REALTOR 2012 by D magazine and has also been chosen by Dallas Morning News in the past as Best Realtor.Vick is a consistent multi-million dollar producer.  Learn more about Vicki and her team at Vickiwhitehomes.com Brad Hall  is the current owner of Geaux  Play Sports Fitness and Training in Birmingham, Alabama. He was a minor league baseball coach for 6 years, most recently with the Washington Nationals. Brad currently is the Director of Baseball Camps and Lessons and has clients all across the country, including many top prospects. He also was a contributing author to the best selling book, The Fit Formula.  Brian Chase is a Auto Defects Expert , 19-Year Personal Injury Attorney ,Partner at Bisnar | Chase Personal Injury Attorneys, Newport Beach, California  Andrea Adams-Miller, MS, CEO & Founder of IgniteYourRelationships.com, LLC, “Puts the Sizzle in Business Relationships” for Corporations, Entrepreneurs, and Organizations.  A respected and highly sought-after business consultant, keynote speaker, best-selling author, and award-winning radio show host, Andrea reveals the business secrets to create, retain, and sustain lucrative ‘REAL' relationships with stakeholders.    Steve Hand  is one of the best-selling authors of the book Building the Ultimate Network which provides cutting edge ideas from experts around the world about how to develop productive relationships for business success. Steve has been an entrepreneur all of his life and is the Executive Director of Business Network International.   

Steve Hand is one of the best-selling authors of the book Building the Ultimate Network which provides cutting edge ideas from experts around the world about how to develop productive relationships for business success. Steve has been an entrepreneur all of his life and is the Executive Director of Business Network International.  BNI is the world's largest and most successful networking organizations and he is responsible for central North Carolina.  His members enjoy more than $15 million in profits each year from the efforts and Steve is focused on doubling that in the next few years.  Norm Blumenthal, an attorney for workers and consumers   Dr. Benny Morris also known as "Dr. Encourage" is a best-selling self-help author and the creator of the Valeo Method, a 21st century technology for positive and permanent life transformation. He is also the founder of the Valeo Method Coaching Academy and Certification Program. 

Steve Hand is one of the best-selling authors of the book Building the Ultimate Network which provides cutting edge ideas from experts around the world about how to develop productive relationships for business success.Steve has been an entrepreneur all of his life and is the Executive Director of Business Network International. BNI is the world's largest and most successful networking organizations and he is responsible for central North Carolina. His members enjoy more than $15 million in profits each year from the efforts and Steve is focused on doubling that in the next few years  Ellen Rohr  is Bare Bones Biz, Inc. President .She is a   Business Make-over Expert.  She is a serial business builder.  As president of Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, a home service franchise company, the company grew from zero to $40 million in sales and 47 locations in less than 2 years.  Now, she helps entrepreneurs start, fix and grow their own profitable businesses.   Her basic business strategies work…from Main Street to Wall Street!    Dr. Jennifer Seger  is a certified bariatrician, board-certified in family medicine. She heads up the medical weight loss program for BMI of Texas, a San Antonio-based medical practice focused on helping patients who want to lose weight and improve their overall health. Information about the practice and Dr.Seger is available at www.bmioftexas.com

Steve Hand is one of the best-selling authors of the book Building the Ultimate Network which provides cutting edge ideas from experts around the world about how to develop productive relationships for business success. Steve has been an entrepreneur all of his life and is the Executive Director of Business Network International.    Dave Williams is a financial industry veteran and currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the United States Gold Bureau. His firm works with clients to diversify out of traditional investments that have struggled to perform in today's difficult economic environment.  Dr R.E. Branch is the owner of www.absolutelythin.com  that is used in his Dallas based office as an telecommunications aid between doctor and patient to facilitate his management of his ten year old medically supervised primarily online medically supervised medical treatment of patients who are overweight and/or in need of weight loss maintenance helping patients maintain a trim healthy body weight after his patients have attained their goal weight.    Eric McQuaid  has been addicted to technology since 1982 when dad brought home a green screen and an acoustic coupler Hayes Modem.  Today, his company empowerT   provides managed IT solutions and pixel marketing to physicians in Dallas – Fort Worth.  Dr. Liesa Harte is an Austin physician offers the latest in anti-aging, weight loss, hormone balancing and optimal health medical care.  She has developed a passion for helping people prevent disease and live vibrant, healthy lives at every age.  

Tim Gillette is America’s Rockstar Coach.  He shows people how to live their dreams.  Working with Entrepreneurs, helping them to build a life they love and achieve Rockstar status in life and business. The Rocker Life Coach Radio Show introduces you to people who make Dreams happen in America.  Learn from the struggles and the joys that made them a Rockstar. Join us this week for another story of living the dream This weeks Guest is Brian Kennedy : Brian Kennedy is a speaker, coach, and author who a proven, goal oriented leader Brian’s background includes service to our nation in the US military, teaching, counseling, sales and marketing, small business consulting, and executive and life coaching. In addition, Brian develops and coaches small business networking groups throughout Eastern North Carolina. Brian graduated from The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina where he was a member of the basketball team that was the subject of author Pat Conroy’s book, My Losing Season. He has spent much time sharpening his saw, and has developing extensive networks through his participation in groups like, Sales and Marketing Executives International, My Executive Team, Marketing Executives Networking Group, National Sales Network, Business Network International, and various chambers of commerce and other organizations. We will discuss the power in building strong positive Relationships.

Norm Blumenthal, an attorney for workers and consumers Rina Shah Rina is a political strategist based in Washington, DC. She's a first-generation young Indian-American woman who was born & raised in West Virginia. Her background includes work in TV news and as freelance writer. After spending the past few years on Capitol Hill as a senior aide to two Members of Congress, she successfully launched a boutique consulting practice through which she advises on Republican congressional races across the United States. Rina delivers bi-weekly political commentary on various media outlets. Attorney Yael Lazar Yael N. Lazar, Esq., also known as the “IRS AngelTM,” is a tax attorney in Garden City, New York.  Yael is a tax resolution attorney that is regularly sought out by individuals and businesses with income tax, employment tax and civil penalty liabilities on the IRS and state level.  Yael works out a reasonable course of action and overall strategy her clients can live with which, often produces results well beyond their expectations, but most importantly restores her clients' ability to sleep peacefully without the stress and fear of uncertainty. Ms. Lazar is also the co-author of the best-selling book “Protect and Defend”. Steve Hand is one of the best-selling authors of the book Building the Ultimate Network which provides cutting edge ideas from experts around the world about how to develop productive relationships for business success. Steve has been an entrepreneur all of his life and is the Executive Director of Business Network International.     Jennifer Marshall - "the" website marshall and owner of The Marshall Group LLC

Are you actively networking both online and offline as a way to build relationships, find potential clients, marketing your product/services in order to grow your business? Networking is an important part of any business; however there are tens of thousands of people destroying any possibility of developing solid relationships because they’re not following the fundamental principles of networking. To ensure you aren’t breaking the golden rules of networking, join Annemarie Cross and Keith Keller as they interview Networking Guru – Ivan Misner, Founder of Business Network International. Brent Edwards (BNI – Director) and Julie Bielenberg (BNI - Assistant Director) will also be joining the call to share their knowledge about networking and building solid relationships with colleagues and prospective clients. Do you want career change or business advice? Send through your question to: question@careersuccessradio.com. We’ll select one question to answer live on air each show as well as have our Career Success Expert Panel answer questions on our @CareerRadio Twitter forum. Use #careersuccess as well during the show as part of our Tweet Chat conversations.

Are you actively networking both online and offline as a way to build relationships, find potential clients, marketing your product/services in order to grow your business? Networking is an important part of any business; however there are tens of thousands of people destroying any possibility of developing solid relationships because they’re not following the fundamental principles of networking. To ensure you aren’t breaking the golden rules of networking, join Annemarie Cross and Keith Keller as they interview Networking Guru – Ivan Misner, Founder of Business Network International. Brent Edwards (BNI – Director) and Julie Bielenberg (BNI - Assistant Director) will also be joining the call to share their knowledge about networking and building solid relationships with colleagues and prospective clients. Do you want career change or business advice? Send through your question to: question@careersuccessradio.com. We’ll select one question to answer live on air each show as well as have our Career Success Expert Panel answer questions on our @CareerRadio Twitter forum. Use #careersuccess as well during the show as part of our Tweet Chat conversations.

Please click on the POD button to listen to the latest Atlanta Business Radio  show podcast broadcasting live each Wednesday at 10am EDT from the Business Radio X studio in Atlanta, GA, USA.   Here's how to listen to the podcast of our show. First click on the title of the show you are interested in. Then there should be a player in the upper right hand corner of the screen. Now just press play and the show you chose should start playing. You can also download the show to listen on your mp3 player. We are now available on iTunes, click this link and you can find all our past shows. Press SUBSCRIBE and you will automatically get the latest show when you sync your iPod to your computer.On today's show subbing for Amy Otto we had Sara Fisher, the owner of A Simple Space, a professional organizing business working with individuals to de-clutter and simplify their homes, whether it is a home-office space, bedroom closet, or garage. Beyond "clearing the clutter,” A Simple Space helps clients create organizing solutions to fit their personalities and lifestyles.For over five years, Sara has been coaching her clients on how to de-clutter their space, simplify, and make room for abundance in all aspects of their lives. As Sara discovered how simplifying and organizing can create space for abundance, she wanted to help others to discover the joy and peace of a clutter-free home.Her unique insight and experience bring a disciplined, creative, and light approach to any personal organizing project.Sara is a Certified Professional Organizer and is the current Vice-President of the National Association of Professional Organizers Georgia Chapter (NAPO-GA). Sara has appeared in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution(AJC), Atlanta's Home Improvement Magazine, and Parents Magazine, as well as other online publications. She is the former co-host of the weekly radio show, The Organizing Playground. Learn more about her at www.asimplespace.netJohn Damiano has spent over 30 years in retail executive management, where he held many different positions, including EVP of C&R Clothiers, President and CEO of Barbeques Galore, COO of Busybody Fitness, and VP of Operations of K&G Superstores, a division of the Men's Wearhouse.In 2002, John left the retail business to pursue a career in real estate in Atlanta. In 2002, John was recognized by RE/MAX® Greater Atlanta as the Rookie of the Year. He has achieved Lifetime status in the Million Dollar Club, 100% Club, Executive Club. The Providence Group was recognized by Communities Magazine as one of the Top 100 Teams in Metro Atlanta in “2008”.  John has sat on the RE/MAX® Greater Atlanta Agent Advisory Board. John is also a member of the Atlanta Executive Forum, Business Network International, Sandy Springs Business Owner's Roundtable and Greater North Fulton Chamber. Learn more about John at his website www.tpgatlanta.comHeather Demis is from Annapolis, Maryland and attended Roanoke College in Salem, Virginia. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Arts with a minor in Written Communications. Heather began her career in the late 80's designing specialty announcements, custom invitations and magazine ads. She moved to Atlanta in 1992 with her husband, Mark. She spent the next decade working all aspects of the commercial printing business. In 2000, she broadened her knowledge and skills working with a major national firm in the promotional products and branded apparel industry, while still providing her clients with all their graphic design and printed collateral needs. In May of 2005, Heather started Anchor MarketingTM Services, which now specializes in corporate image consulting and brand identity management services including graphic design and printing, promotional items, web graphics, tradeshow merchandise and branded apparel.  Heather is active in her community and has served on the boards of Child Development Association of North Fulton, Senior Services North Fulton and the Rotary Club of North Fulton, where she is an active charter member. She is a past Chair of the Ambassador Committee for the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce, and a graduate of Leadership North Fulton class of 2000. Ms. Demis is currently a member of the Women"s Success Network in Roswell. To learn more please go to Heather's website www.anchormarketing.comAlso if you know of a business in Atlanta that we should know about please email Amy Otto at Amy @ atlantabusinessradio.com and we will try and get them on the show