The BNI Mindset: Recent Episodes
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The podcast specifically for BNI El Paso members. We focus on taking your business to the next level using tips and strategies for increased referrals while focusing on the BNI mindset.
Still focusing on the 5 key activities every BNI member needs to master to create success. In this episode, I continue to talk about the detials that go into them and focus on your one to ones.
There are 5 key activities every BNI member needs to master to create success. In this episode, I continue to talk about the detials that go into them and focus on being fully present.
There are 5 key activities every BNI member needs to master to create success. In this episode, I talk about the detials that go into the invite.
I had an amazing butterfly effect moment this week. It made me think about how one influence, referral, or conversation can become a voice in someone’s head and how lucky we are to be able to shape businesses, strengthen chapters, and create ripples of lasting impact.
Visiting other chapters can open your eyes and expand your network. In this episode, I discuss the benefits of a fresh perspective for you as a member and as a connector.
Failure in your first BNI year is common—but it’s not the end. It’s the beginning of growth, clarity, and refinement.
Explore unique and inspiring locations for one-to-one business meetings outside the traditional office setting. This summer, take some time to uncover the perfect settings to foster creativity, build stronger relationships, and add a memorable twist to professional networking.
In this episode, we dive into the metaphorical forecast that too many entrepreneurs are living under: scattered focus, chance of burnout, and gusty winds of distraction.
Just like the weather, distractions are everywhere — and while we can’t control the forecast, we can absolutely control how we show up in it.
As BNI members we are continuously looking for better and more effective ways to make connections, invite people to experience BNI, and maximize our return. Ask BNI, our newest addition to the BNI experience, can do that! Listen in for more details.
Explore the transformative journey of new BNI members and the pivotal role mentorship plays in their success. Learn how guidance, support, and self advocacy unlock potential and foster growth.
You did it—BNI is working, referrals are flowing, and your business is growing. But now you’re staring down the double-edged sword of success: being overwhelmed. In this episode, I walk through what to do when you work BNI and how to grow with intention instead of drowning in opportunity.
This episode explores how to unlock real growth by being intentional with your BNI membership. Learn practical strategies for pre-meeting prep, showing up to give, and killer follow-up—plus real-world stories from the field. Don’t just show up—show up with purpose and watch your referrals soar!
Expanding a BNI chapter enhances referral diversity, networking reach, and member visibility. It fosters a dynamic, educational environment, offering leadership opportunities and strengthening business prospects for all members. I'm convinced! How do I do it??
Expanding a BNI chapter enhances referral diversity, networking reach, and member visibility. It fosters a dynamic, educational environment, offering leadership opportunities and strengthening business prospects for all members. Tune in for the details.
This podcast explores how serving your BNI chapter through core values fosters growth, strengthens relationships, and enhances personal and professional success for all members...enjoy!
This episode explores how BNI members can integrate simple, intentional activities into their daily routines to grow their network and referrals. Learn a powerful 15-minute system—review, reach out, and recognize—that transforms BNI from a weekly meeting into a daily business-building habit rooted in relationships, visibility, and consistent action.
Leadership in a BNI chapter isn't just about holding a title; it's about setting the tone, or the "temperature of the room," that fosters a culture of support, growth, and productivity among members. Get all the details in this episode!
In this episode, I explore how daily choices, consistency, and mastering basics are key to success.
In this episode, I talk about a thought exercise that you can use to adjust your list of contact sphere members. Doing this will surely create more opportunities for success.
In this episode I go over some strategies for taking a break AND staying on track, both in your business and in BNI.
In this episode, I talk about some of the questiona you can ask yourself to improve your visitor attendance.
In this episode, I talk about the time it takes to re-engage. This is where we remember that BNI is not a switch.
In this episode, I talk about creating an envirinment where the membership committee can truly become a mentor. Lots of benefits to this mentality and environment!
In this episode I talk about trusting the process. I cover how using the seed we call BNI can make us successful even if we are not very good "gareners".
In this episode, I talk about the value of unicorns and the importance of mindset in any category.
In this episode I revisit the concept of 80/20 and how to use it to evaluate your BNI performance.
In this episode I approach your feature presentation as a project that requires you to prepare OTHERS.
In this episode, I discuss the gift of giving people a "rope" to hang on to as you have conversations. This rope will help you give people the opportunity to have meaningfull converstions with you.
In this episode, I talk about how visiting a BNI chapter will benefit a consumer who has no intentionof joining a BNI chapter and why we want them to experience the entire meeting.
er3In this episode I cover all the reasons why I believe probation is a kindness to the struggling member as well as to the chapter in general.
In this episode I talk about some specific strategies you can use in BNI for holding on to your business vision even when the world seems out of control.
In this episode, I discuss the benefits to you when you serve your chapter from the perspective of the seven core values.
In this episode I talk about losing sight of your goal. This happens to us all. I go over just a few things to help stay on track.
Hello! In this episode I talk about that feeling in your stomach just before flight and how you can feel that same feeling in BNI and your business.
In this episode I talk about the value of perseverence and how to persevere when it comes to maximizing the effectiveness of your one to ones,
In some industries failure is not an option! In fact I think NASA is a perfect example: FAILURE IS NOT AN OPTION. In BNI, that is NOT the case. For us, there is a certain beauty in failure.
In this episode I try to summarize the BNI basics and talk a bit about why BNI is nothing new and still valuable.
In thisepisode I talk about the blending of BNI and your business to maximize your success.
In this episode I share more about me :) and talk about how patience plays a role in relationship building;even when you systemitize it.
In this episode I talk about the amazing value of the podcasts we have at our fingertips and how, with a bit of discipline, they can help us create amazing success.
Why are honeybees good role models? Oh, so many reasons! In this episode I talk about just one. Nature is amazing.
In this episode, I talk a little about the book, Tribal Leadership and how it applies to or reflects BNI. The book is being recommended on the new Member Success program 2.0. I would love to hear what you think about the parallels.
In this podcast, Danielle and talk about finishing the year strong. If you would like more of Danielle's content, go to her website, Bailett Consulting.
This is one of the seasons that has lots of distractions. In this episode, I talk about strategies to use to be persistent and continue to create success in spite of the holiday season.
In this episode, I talk about the possible stumbling blocks for new members and how to overcome them. Good news...It's not hard!
In this episode I talk about the hourney to success. You can thre alone or you can get there with others. What's better?
In this episode, I talk about looking beyong the numbers for your success. I also encurage that you, as the title says, do it daily.
In this episode, I talk about the advantages of knowing your personality profile and the characteristics of other profiles to create deep relationships faster. I also mention a book and blank on the name. The book is Room Full of Referrals.
In this episode I talk about manifestation of success and how that relates to BNI and Murphy.
In this episode I talk about the difference it makes to keep the focus on impact rather than output. PS - there are birds in the background that I just could not erase. Gotta love nature!
In this episode I talk about all the reasons behind visitor registation. SPOILER ALERT - we do it for the visitors!
In this episode I talk about all the "other" stuff that can happen when you make small consistent changes to create compounding.
In this episode, I talk about how compunding can be found in BNI and why that is a great thing. This is part 1 of a two part episode.
In this episode I talk about the diffeence in approaching a break form a connect vs a disconnect mindset.
In this episode I talk about the concept of benign neglect. Great way to keep the drama out of your life and out of BNI!
In this episode I talk about ignoring your business today as a technique for getting more business later.
In this episode I talk about how mistakes can be good - as long as you are learning. I also discuss how, in BNI, it can take a while to discover you are making mistakes and I give a few pointers for avoding or minimizing them.
In this episode I talk about the importance of prioritizing your daily activities in order to reach your goals; including BNI.
In this episode I talk about using a technique used by athletes in your daily life. Fill you "cookie jar" with past success so you can feed whenever youn need it!
Students always ask Math teachers, "when will I use this?". Today I talk about using the skills you learned in Geometry...even if hated it!
This is your chance to get some pointers on how to take your membership, and your return, from good to great!
Multitasking is a lie! In this episode I talk about multitasking at your BNI meeting and the consequences that brings.
In this episode I compare neworking to preparing for and running a marathon. They are so similar!
We've all heard the famous Apollo 13 line "failure is not an option". In this episode, I respectfully disagree. Listen to find out why.
Pressure makes diamonds! In this episode I talk about embracing the pressure in a world that is constatly looking for "the easy way".
In this episode I discuss how the one to one is the foundation of success for a BNI member because BNI is about relationships and the one to one is our most powerful relationship building tool.
In this episode, I talk to member, Mike Olivas, about falling out of green and how you can get "back on the horse" . Mike is the owner of Fit for Life Gym. You can find him on Instagram at iam_fitforlife and Facebook at @imfitforlife or come by the gym in El Paso.
Today's episode is all about a quote that resonated. Happiness is important! And to get it, according to our quote, is all about KNOWING WHAT YOU WANT.
In this episode I talk about ditching the numbers when the numbers become the objective.
In this episode I talk about the benefits of spending time looking at yourself from a different perspective.
In this episode, I talk about using time wisely. Don't we all do that everyday?? The truth: not really. So I go over just a few hints on how to maximie your time.
In this episode I talk about the importance of owning your activites - all of them. It's the only way to make it a great year!
In this episode, I talk about the difference between like and respect and how respect is better!
In this episode I talk about the difference just a little extra effort can make on your overall results - no matter what you are doing.
In this episode I talk about looking at accountability from an ownership perspective. It's a great concept! I was inspired by the book, the 12 Week Year. Thanks, Brian P. Moran!
In this episode I talk about the value of tracking your performance and the tool that BNI members have at their disposal to do just that.
In this epiosode I talk about how much change you can create by simply focusing on one thing to change; just one.
In this episode, I talk a bit about why there IS a bad time for one to ones. Listen here to get the details.
In this episode I talk about your ability to decide how you are going to look at situations in your life.
In todays episode I talk about taking the opportunity to evaluate your activities and decide f you need to make changes to create different results.
Somtimes the best outcomes are unintended. This episode is all about the unintended consequences of a BNI membership. They can be the best part of BNI!
In this episode, I talk about all things education. I talk about the education expectation, Business Builder and other sources of education then I ask about action. As the title says, Education is useless... if there is no action!
In this episode I take lessons learned from olympic athletes and translate them to business strategies that create big wins.
This is tough week for our community, El Paso, TX. We suffered a loss two years ago. I am paying tribute today by taking about finding the positive. Though a terrible thing happened, our community is better, stronger. How can you apply that lesson to your life and business?
In this episode, I talk about the importance of having a very clearly defined target market; so clear that you can create an avatar. This small exercise can increase your income considerably.
In this episode, I talk about the common misconception that inviting visitors to your chapter is hard. A simple shift in mindset can change that dramatically.
In this episode, I discuss the Givers Gain core value and challenge you to apply it to BNI, your business, and your life in general.
In this episode I talk about making sure you know if you can afford to take the summer "off" from networking. Will you still be working on this year's goals whenyou get back to it?
In this episode, I talk about the idea of having one to ones that actually generate a given result EVERY time you meet.
In today's episode I talk about the idea of going harder. There are many opportunities right now and it can be easy to take the "easy win" . This episode is about staying intentional and working for the "hard earned win" instead.
In this episode, I talk about how we are facing the opportunity of a lifetime - literally! The pandemic has created an amazing opportunity the each of use shuld recognize and leverage. Don't miss it!
Beautiful things come from persitent behavior. Think Grand Canyon beauty! In this episode, I talk about the value of persistence as you wort toward your goals.
Debra and I talk about the lessons learned and the work she did to get herself back into the green after some set backs. You can order her gourmet goodies by calling or texting her at 915.373.3870.
Sometimes we lose focus. How do you get back on track? In this episode, I talk about focus and some of the strategies I use to stay focused as life creates distractions.
In this episode I talk about how the role of technology has changed for me in the last 15 months. Now that the world is opening back up, I consider what I will keep and what I will retire.
As BNI members, we spend a lot of time talking about getting "in the green". This is not a term that is talking, at least directly, about money. This is a term that is talking about consistency, at its core. In this episode I break down the parts of the Power of One report and discuss the use for it.
In this episode, I talk to new member, Laura Jurado Sosa, about how she inceased her Power of One score by so much in just one month. Laura did not set out with that as a goal. Laura is with Equis Financial and can be reached at 915.274.2854 orby email at laurajuradoinsurance@gmail.com
While the fortune is in the follow-up, you don't want your follow up to be "salesy". So, follow up with feeling. In this episode I talk about the different follow up options and, most importantly, the mindset while doing it.
In this episode, Rosie and I talk about what she does, as a new member, to create success. Rosie can be reached at www.ynhshop.com or simply call her at 915.252.3444
In this episode, I talk about how your comfort zone may have shifted and how to get out of your comfort zone using a few easy tips.
In this episode Aaron and I talk about how he felt during the COVID lockdown, how it affected his BNI membership, and how he changed his focus and intention to create success. Aaron can be reached through his website, nexaloanofficer.com or on Facbook at Aaron Anaya with Nexa. He is also easy to find on Google.
Growth takes effort! Going from a caterpillar to a butterfly is hard. We don’t see it because it happens inside the cocoon. Our own growth is very similar. This is a great time to offer someone the opportunity to help them as they go from caterpillar to butterfly.
Today I talk about strategic growth that creates balance. Balance, in a BNI chapter, creates equal opportunities for success.
In this episode I talk about how your activities today lead to abundant success in the future...much like priming a pump!
In this episode, realtor Tom talks about the things he does daily, with intention, to create his success. Among them, he uses his calendar strategically AND works on his mindset. Find out more about Realtor Tom by visiting his website, Therealtortom.com.
Change is a constant. That we know. This episode is about avoiding the distractions that looming change can bring.
Welcome to the first in a series of episodes on living with intention. Today I talk with Ulrich DelaFuente with TWFG Insurance about how the pandemic made him change things to continue to create success. You can reach him at udelafuente@twfg.com and his website is insuranceEPTX.com
BNI is a data driven organization. We measure activity - not just any activity, money making activity. Why? We measure money making activity so that we can manage it, of course.
In this episode, I discuss the importance of focus and give some tips on how to stay focused during on line meetings. Stay focused for success!
We are practically in March and the determination to reach your goal may be waining. Do you have a giving goal? A giving goal will help you reach your goals!
This first quarter is almost gone! In this episode I talk about the importance of your mindset as you go about the business of achieving your goals. If you want more on mindset, listen to Dr. Misner on episode #669 of the Official BNI Podcast.
In this episode I talk about the percived value you create everyday for your business AND for your BNI Chapter. Is this top of mind for you?
Are referrals become neccesary instead of a preferred way of doing business? In this episode I talk about why referrals are more important than ever.
It's the 14th anniversay of International Networking Week! Mix gratitude and recognition by thanking someone piblicly.
When is the best time to plant a tree? According to the popular Chinese proveb, 20 years ago. The second best time? now! When is the best time to take action on your 2021 goals? now!
In this episode I talk about the importance of helping others now and I beak down your membership into peices that others might want .
In this episode I talk about why members should attend more "stuff". There is always a hidden value. Once you know what it is, you can be intentional and not just go through the motions. This will make you more effective, more efficient, and you will have more fun!
In this episode I talk about the opportunity to change a life in '21 by sponsoring a member into your BNI chapter and why it's a worthwhile goal.
In this episode I discuss the concept of truly working for your goals. Everyone wants success. Are you taking steps toward that success every day?
In this episode, Jessica talks about the similarities between her gym membership and BNI. They both require work and time to see results.
In this episode I talk about some ideas to use to make lemonade out of all the lemons we have gottenthis year. Thanks Nathsha of BNI Texas Greater Golden Triangle for the idea! new music by AShamaluevMusic
In this episode I discuss all the basics of visitors and inviting. I cover who, when, why, and how to invite.
In this episode I discuss why we do the things we do and why its important to know that.
Today I have a conversation with Trish James, Director of Education at BNI El Paso. We talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly sides of the BNI Online platform.
In this episode I talk about one of the hidden beneifits of BNI - the amazing support sysytem that you gain when you become a member.
In this episode I talk to Martez Sims, El Paso Realtor, about the Red Velvet Rope Policy and how that relates to BNI. You can reach Martez through his real estate page: https://www.martezsims.com/ or his facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ElPasoRealtorMartezSims
In this episode I talk about the BNI visitor. We talk alot about bringing visitors to BNI. Today, I want to turn things around and talk about the opportunity you are offering the BNI visitor. This is so much cooler than inviting to check a box! Tune in for the rest of the story.
In this inagural episode I talk about the idea of perfection and how it can keep you from making progress.