BNI & The Power of One: Recent Episodes
Tim Roberts
BNI podcast focusing on Success, Increased Referrals, Tips, Strategies, and taking your BNI membership to new levels through the Power of One!
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Chantelle Brits an optometrist from South Africa!
In this week's power of one podcast we answer a question around using the Power of One Report for accountability.
In this week's Power of One we answer a submitted question about getting our fellow members to do more training and activity
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Danita Knowles from South Africa!
We are finally back with another Business Matters episode. This week we share some big updates that have caused the delays.
Back with your submitted questions! This episode we talk about how much visitors and subs can engage in the meeting.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Tara Gamble from South Carolina!
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching we meet Tanya Liebenberg from South Africa!
In this week's Power of One we answer a submitted question regarding how chapters should look at a company when they have multiple members across multiple chapters in a region.
We celebrate our 900th episode by sharing key lessons learned from doing the podcast over the last 13 years and how they tie to BNI
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Andrew Spiers a web designer from the UK!
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Philip Nixon who produces explainer videos in York UK!
In what we believe to be a first....we answer a submitted question on how to leave a BNI chapter.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Mary Owens a Clinical Social Worker in Florida!
We are back with a Weekly Presentation Coaching Episode where we meet Steven Davidson a Hiring Expert!
We are back with your show submissions. This episode is focused on what is the role of a Director and why it matters to you as a member.
Answering your submitted questions we tackle whether a certain situation should count for TYFCB or not.
we are back with another weekly presentation coaching episode! This week we meet Li-Mor Raviv an AI Coach in Orlando FL.
we answer a submitted question about strategies to get a specific profession to join the chapter.
What is the proper strategy to develop a contact sphere that currently does not exist in our chapter? We discuss.
We are back with another Weekly Presentation Coaching episode where we meet Jeanette Cona-Larock a travel agent!
We answer a submitted question on advice for a Membership Committee when reviewing multiple applications for the same seat.
In this week's Power of One we answer a question around having social events for visitors vs visitor days at a meeting. We also discuss the importance of visitors days especially in the spring.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Tim Knifton from Las Vegas!
In this Power of One episode we answer a submitted question regarding contact spheres and members from other chapters.
In this week's Business Matters podcast we answer a submiited question on what to do when we do not believe in a fellow member's product?
We begin a series around BNI's Core Values! We start with the most important one, the entire philosophy of BNI - Givers Gain.
We are finally back with a new Weekly Presentation Coaching episode! This week we meet Becky Bowe from Kansas City!
This week's submitted question is on how to coach members who speak on services beyond what they represent in BNI.
Welcome to 2026 - our focus this years is on being strategic with all of our activity in BNI. We answer your submitted question on how to grow when small.
In this Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we coach on a resubmittion from Stephanie Meekoff from Omni Fight Club.
In this week's Business Matters we finally share some updates on all that has been happening behind the scenes these past couple of months.
We are back with your submitted questions. This episode we discuss best practices on who ultimately decides on chapter changes like moving to a new venue?
In this Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Greg de Mello from the United Kingdom!
With Thanksgiving tomorrow we discuss the importance of reflection and gratitude. We also delve into delegation and the importance of saying thank you and recognizing your team when they do well.
In this episode we are asked about "blended" BNI meetings where some members are online and some are live.
In this week's Power of One we answer a submitted question regarding kickbacks for referrals in BNI
We are back with your submitted questions. In this episode we ponder if one member is hurting another's value in the chapter during their Featured Presentations
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Jess Creech from South Carolina!
We answer your submitted questions! This episode it is about the BNI mentoring program.
If two members each offer a similiar service(s) outside of what their BNI "seat" is can they both speak about it in BNI?
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Alex Pevtsove, a Designer from Arizona!
We are back with your submitted questions. This week it is around the involvement of your chapter's Director.
With a lot of questions coming in around getting members more engaged, seeing fewer subs, and chapter culture, we discuss the opportunity and strategy to use at this pivotal time of year.
We are back with a Business Matters episode and we discuss how sometimes things can get a bit crazy and you need to make decisions on time and priority.
In this week's Business Matters we answer a submitted question about how to fix your reputation in BNI when you have dropped the ball with a referral.
This week’s question is: Which is better—one chapter with 40 members, or two chapters with 20 members each?
In this episode we answer your submitted question on whether a BNI member can speak about a different business when visiting another BNI chapter.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Nichole a dog trainer from OR!
In this week's Business Matters we discuss a previous podcasts and some lessons on leadership from it.
We are back answering your submitted questions. This week we answer: Has BNi unintentionally created a culture where some members carry the burden of responsibility for others?
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Mark Poppen from Saskatchewan Canada!
In this episode of Business Matters we discuss the challenge many solopreneurs have when BNI, or any marketing, really starts to work!
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Tim Knifton a Print Advertising specialist in Las Vegas!
In this week's Business Matters we discuss the importance of consistency and setting goals along the way
We answer your submitted questions and topics. This episode we discuss the idea of earning a free absence
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Salvatore Di Martino a Photographer from Dublin!
In this week's Business Matters we discuss international travel and how best to prepare for long flights overseas.
We answer your submitted questions. In this episode we meet a member since May curious about how to get more referrals
In this week's Business Matters episode we discuss the crazy week I have had and how it doesn't all go right!
In this Power of One episode we answer a submitted question regarding praying in a BNI weekly presentation.
In this Business Matters episode we discuss employee benefits and their importance in employee retention.
What is the proper procedure for chapter checking accounts? Should we raise/lower dues? Who makes these decisions? We answer these questions in this week's Power of One.
We are officially half way through 2025! We discuss what we need to be focused on for the remaining half.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Dr. Berner a Chiropractor from Tampa Florida.
This episode we answer a submitted question regarding concerns over picking a new leadership team.
In this power of one episode we answer your submitted question! This week it is about name badges and whether the still matter?
In this week's Business Matters episode we answer the submitted question on how Non Profits can be successful in BNI.
We answer your submitted questions and this one is about the ideal setup for a meeting.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Charlie Nunez with Melaleuca.
In this podcast we hear from a member who received some concerning guidance from a Director.
We are back with your submitted questions. This episode we discuss how to develop deeper relationships when your chapter grows to large numbers!
In this week's Business Matters episode we answer your submitted question. This week we discuss following up and Dr. Misner's 7/24/30 method.
In this week's Power of One we answer your submitted questions. When do we let chapter members know of members leaving the chapter? How do we keep it from bringing down the meeting?
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Avon Cobourne a Mortgage broker in Charleston WV
In this week's Business Matters episode we discuss when hiring how do we determine if someone is motivated or desperate and what are the risks?
In this week's Power of One we answer your submitted questions. This week it is about whether or not general members should be allowed to listen into new applicant's interviews.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode Wynn Newingham submits a new presentation for review and asks a fantastic second question!
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Tiffany Heath and Health and Fitness Coach in Utah!
In this week's Business Matters episode we share some stories of people acting a bit crazy to try and get their way.
We are back with your submitted topics. This week we help a member to start defining the professions that make up their sphere of influence.
In this week's Business Matters episode we discuss valuating a business for purchase or sale.
We are back with your submitted topics! This week it is a sad story of potential theft!
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching we meet Shelly Cunningham from St. Augustine FL!
In this week's Business Matters episode we answer your submitted topic. This week it is how do I find my niche in the market?
In this week's Power of One we answer your submitted question! This week it is how do we expand our network with professions who are already represented in our chapter?
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Raymond Fuller a printer from South Africa!
In this week's Business Matters episode we discuss the strategy of putting in employees into other BNI Chapters. What are the good reasons to do so? What are the challenges of doing so?
In this week's Power of One we discuss why we may not want to use TYFCB as the main point of value when discussing BNI with visitors and new members.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Claire Sandbrook a Digital Marketing expert from Florida!
In this week's Business Matters episode we answer your submitted questions! This episode is all about what to do with all the business cards we collect when networking.
We are back with your questions! This episode we discuss if you should be using the chat feature during online meetings.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Paul Chase a Real Estate Investor.
To celebrate our 800th episode we were honored to interview BNI's CEO Mary Kennedy Thompson!
Mary Kennedy Thompson is a powerhouse in the world of franchising! With over 30 years of experience, she has led businesses of all sizes, driven global expansion, and spearheaded high-growth transformations. Before joining BNI® as CEO in 2024, she was the COO of Neighborly®, the largest home services company in the world. A Marine Corps veteran, a dynamic franchise leader, and an award-winning executive, Mary’s passion for empowering entrepreneurs is unmatched. Her journey from franchise owner to industry trailblazer makes her leadership at BNI a game-changer, igniting new opportunities for Members and franchisees worldwide!
799 episodes?! We are back with your show submissions. This week we are asked about BNI franchise structure.
In this week's Business Matters episode we answer a submitted question about being a new leader in a group.
In this episode we discuss what to do if a member is no longer with their company but is still holding the seat?
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Robert Begley a Professional Speaking Coach from NYC!
In this episode of Business Matters we discuss all the current noise in the market and how it effects us.
Should online reviews, social media follows, and testimonials count as referrals in the chapter?
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Stephanie Meekhof from Georgia!
In this episode I discuss the importance of Culture in BNI Chapters with Claudia Thompson, the Director of Field Operations for the Northeast of US CORE as well as the Chair of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Panel of BNI US.
We are now officially in the greatest growth season of 2025! We also start Member Extravaganza today!
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we hear from Bryan Harrison from CA with his second submission!
We are back answering your submitted questions! This episode we are asked about crossing the line with referrals and TYFCB
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Amanda Andrade, a Hypnotherapist from FL!
In this Power of One episode we discuss having cross chapter visitors at your chapter's visitor days.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Sherri Madrigal a travel agent from AZ!
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Erin Doepke and Functional Medicine Nurse Practitioner from Florida!
In this episode of Business Matters we discuss AI and the importance of learning what tools exist and how they can help your business.
In this week's Power of One episode we discuss why BNI has a one person per profession policy and competing groups.
In this week's Business Matters episodes we talk about attending conferences and some do's and don'ts.
We are back with your submitted questions. Can BNI force a renewal through in a chapter?
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Wynn Newingham a Marketing Consultant from Daytona FL!
We are back with our Business Matters episodes! This week we discuss the importance of continuing education in business.
We are back with your submitted questions! This week we discuss why some regions have somethings others don't.
We are back with our Weekly Presentation Coaching episode! Today we meet David Shufelt from Florida!
We are back in 2025 with your show submissions! This episode is on what counts for CEUs and why.
In this last podcast of 2024 we discuss the importance of this time of year and what we should reflect on as we enter 2025!
We are back with your show submissions! This week we are asked about changing focuses in the chapter and how to develop a good weekly presentation.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Karen Kummen Diak a Travel Advisor from Winnipeg Canada!
In this Power of One episode we answer an urgent question submitted. Can we, or should we, hold a vote of no confidence with our chapter's President??
We answer your submitted questions. This episode it about how to be effective outside of BNI when networking.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Halie Driscoll a Personal Trainer.
In this episode we answer your submitted topic! Should we be strict on engagement in our online meeting?
In this week's Power of One episode we answer the question of how to track TYFCB when it involves multiple BNI members and multiple tiers!
In this episode we discuss the importance of being thankful and taking time to reflect.
In this episode we discuss how to motivate different "types" of members. Some are soloprenuers, some are employees, some own large businesses. How do you motivate them?
We answer your submitted questions! This episode it is on whether quote requests are referrals.
we answer your submitted questions! This episode we discuss if a member can still attend if they just lost their job?
In this episode we discuss what goes into producing more Tier 2 referrals after only getting Tier 1 Referrals.
In this episode of Business Matters we discuss networking outside of BNI and how to generate more referral relationships.
We answer your submitted questions! This episode it is about who gets the referral credit when three BNI members are involved?
In this Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet David Rowley with Minuteman Printing
Mike and Tim discuss hiring challenges across many businesses especially with Gen Z employees.
We are back with our Weekly Presentation Coaching! This week we meet Woody Howard who owns a Automotive Maintenance shop.
We answer your questions! This episode it is about a region requiring DOUBLE the Power of One activity!
In this Power of One episode we answer your submitted question! This episode we focus on how often we should follow up with someone who passed us a referral?
In this episode we answer your submitted question. This time we discuss the importance of the Visitor Host role and reading the Verbatim Statement each and every week!
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Colin Davis from Texas! Colin is with AFLAC!
Back answering your show submissions. This week we discuss what we all need to focus on as we get closer to the end of 2024 and begin the journey towards our goals for 2025.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Hannah Hudson from Virginia!
We are back with your submitted topics. How should I let my friends, family, and clients know I am now a part of BNI?
We are back with your show submissions. What to do when members keep canceling one to ones for client meetings? Is this OK?
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Scott Lawler an Estate Planning Attorney from Arizona!
We are back with another Business Matters episode! This week we discuss a submitted topic around striking when the iron is hot!
In this Power of One Episode we answer your submitted question! This time we discuss the fine line between growing the chapter and protecting the seats of our current members!
We answer your submitted questions! This episode we discuss "potential" referrals from social media group pages.
In this Power of One episode we discuss the purpose and strategies behind the Featured Presentations
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Kris Blacksmith a Skin Care expert
We are back with your show suggestions! This episode we discuss why it is the right move for chapters to move to two featured presentations when they grow.
In this week's Power of One we answer your submitted questions! This episode we discuss the proper procedure when/if you ever have a complaint on a fellow member. Also is always appropriate to speak with the other member before submitting a complaint?
We are back with your show suggestions! This episode we explain why BNI has a guideline about NOT using your chapter to recruit employees, franchise owners, or the business opportunities of MLMs
We answer your submitted topics! This episode is all about making Visitor Days more effective and increasing visitor conversion.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Brian Triplett a Photographer from FL
This episode's submitted question is about how professions get on the official BNI profession list. We also discuss why it is important you complete your profile and key words.
In this episode we answer your submiited topics. This episode is all about the details that create the experience of a great meeting.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Amy Uehling a HR Consultant from Manchester NH!
In this episode of Business Matters we discuss Imposter Syndrome, how we all deal with it, and what to do when it happens.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Adrienne Irwin who sells Life Insurance!
This episode we address the submitted topic on how what to do when we struggle with presenting our weekly presentation.
We answer your submitted questions! How do we get better at finding referrals for other members?
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Donna Capodacqua a Business Coach from OR!
In this episode of Business Matters we answer your submitted question! Today we discuss how long should we wait for change when there is a change in leadership?
In this Power of One episode we answer your submitted questions! This episode we answer what can a chapter do if long standing members are only doing the mimimums?
In this episode of Business Matters we revisit the important topic of politics and business networking.
In this episode we answer your submitted question: if we have members skipping their featured presentations is it a culture issue or just an individual one?
We are back with your submitted topics! This episode we have a follow up to a previous question dealing with challenges in culture.
We answer your submitted topics! This episode it is all about the IMPORTANT Purpose and Overview Statement in the agenda.
In this Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Amy Uehling, and HR Specialist from New Hampshire!
We answer your submitted topics! This episode an established member in a large chapter asks is it time to consider leaving?
In this Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Flora Gordon, and Branding Strategist, from Canada!
We answer your submitted questions! This episode is about chapter seeing new members come and go quickly and wondering if it is normal?
Sometimes a referral opportunity may present itself but we do not feel like our member is the best fit. What do we do? We answer this submitted question today!
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Jake Hutchinson, a contractor/builder from NH!
We answer this question in detail! Does a larger chapter actually mean more work for a leadership team?
We answer your submitted questions! What are some CEU opportunities for those who may not have access to technology?
In this Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Justin Schierkolk from Broomfield Lifestyle out in Colorado!
We answer your submitted questions! This episode is about what to do if a fellow member's profession is one you are uncomfortable with.
In this episode we answer your submitted questions. This time it is about scheduling 121s with members in other chapters. Do they count?
We answer your submitted questions! This episode we answer the question of "what do I do when my leadership team is holding us back?"
Celebrating our 700th episode we sit down with the Founder and CVO of BNI Dr. Ivan Misner!
In this episode of the Power of One - would those relying on your success in BNI be proud of your efforts? We discuss....
In this episode of Business Matters we answer your submitted question! This episode it is all about procrastination.
In this Power of One episode we answer your submitted question. This episode we discuss not only HOW to Induct or Recognize Renewing members, but WHY it is so important.
In this Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Steve Oakes of Savior Profits from CO!
In this episode we answer your submitted questions. This episode we discuss what to do with your weekly presentatio when you are the featured presenter.
In this episode we answer your submitted topic! This episode it is all about the importance of a well functioning Leadership Team and why you should get involved.
In this Power of One Episode we answer your submitted topic! This episode it is all about why it is important you "stay in your lane" in your BNI chapter.
In this episode we answer a submitted question about growing a chapter in a small town.
In this episode we answer a submitted question around how to grow a struggling chapter.
In this episode we answer a question submitted about Power Teams and how to keep them from falling apart.
In this episode of the Power of One we answer your submitted questions. This episode it is on how do we define our chapter's culture if never done before?
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Bassanti Pathak from London!
In this Power of One episode we answer your submitted question. This week it is on what makes a great Education Co.
In this Power of One episode we answer your submitted question. This episode it is about what is the right statement line to define BNI?
In this Power of One episode we answer your questions! This time it is on a potential flaw in a previous episode...
In this episode of Weekly Presentation Coaching we meet Amanda Andrade from BNI Northeast FL.
In this episode of the Power of One we answer your submitted questions. Is it a referral if it is not for the seat they represent in the chapter?
We are back with another episode answering your submitted questions! This week it is about members not completing their information in BNI Connect and how we should approach it.
In this Power of One episode we answer your submitted questions! This episode it is on whether it is time for this member to transfer chapters or quit BNI all together.
In this episode we answer your submitted questions! This time it is on how many is too many non-profits in a single chapter?
In this episode of the Power of One we answer your submitted questions! This episode it is on how to best present your weekly presentation.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Jeff Rountree from Florida!
In this episode of Business Matters we continue the discussion around handling objections.
In this episode of the Power of One we answer your submitted questions. This time it is on how to handle objections from visitors.
In this Power of One episode we answer your submitted questions! This time is why TYFCB isn't the only stat that matters.
In this episode of the Power of One we help review a segment plan for a Featured Presentation!
In this episode of the Power of One we answer your submitted questions and this week I think someone is trying to get me in trouble.....
In this Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we share two new examples from the chapter Idaho Falls
In this episode of Business Matters we discuss if your business has different seasons of focus
In this Power of One episode we answer a submitted question on what we can do as members when we feel our membership committee may not being their part..
In this episode of the Power of One we answer your submitted questions! This week it is all about how the profession doesn't make a difference when it comes to BNI.
In this Business Matters episode we discuss the mindset that many have take that could really be hurting their results.
In this episode we discuss why you as a BNI member are not a good substitute for other BNI members.
In this episode of the Power of One we answer your submitted questions. What is the best way to maximize cross chapter networking?
In this Power of One episode we answer your submitted questions. Is there a difference between B2B and B2C businesses in BNI's structure?
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Linda King with AFLAC from FL!
In our 100th episode of Business Matters we discuss what we have learned over the years of podcasting.
In this Power of One episode we answer your submitted questions. This one is really about culture and setting expectations.
In this Power of One episode we answer your submitted questions. This week it is on what to do if our director is not leading us the way we want?
In this Power of One episode we answer your submitted questions. This time it is on what to do when our members are referring our competition on facebook?
In this week's Power of One we answer your submitted questions! This week it is about following up with referrals, and fellow members, and when is enough enough?
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we hear from Calvin Washington on his second attempt.
In this week's Business Matters episode we discuss hiring when the labor market is so tight.
In this week's Power of One we answer your submitted questions! This week it is on skipping your featured presentation.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Lauara Rogers from South Carolina!
In this week's Business Matters episode we discuss how what is happening with our favorite NFL team is something we all face as small business owners.
In this week's Power of One we discuss why we need both urgency and patience in our networking.
In this Business Matters episode we discuss the difference between using the word will vs want.
In this week's Power of One episode we answer your submitted questions. This week it is about when do you not renew a member?
In this week's Business Matters episode we discuss some lessons from Chose Your Enemies Wisely and 2024.
In the first episode of the new year we answer your submitted questions! This week we address two questions around the Power of One Report. Why is TYFCB not on the report? What does effectiveness mean?
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Kimberly Cozzens from Utah!
In this week's Power of One we answer your submitted questions! This week it is about the 15 Minutes a Day strategy.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Lisa Reynoso from Salem OR!
In this week's Power of One we answer your submitted question! This week it is on what we should be doing in our Featured Presentations.
In this week's Business Matters episode we discuss the importance of spending the last few weeks of the year strategically planning around your taxes.
In this week's Power of One we discuss how to break down your goals in BNI and how to properly plan for your success in 2024
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we review multiple examples submitted by a chapter!
In this episode of Business Matters we answer your submitted questions! This week it is on the costs of being a leader and the importance of self care.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Craig Saphin from Australia!
In this week's Power of One we answer your submitted questions. This week it is how to best plan for Social Events.
We are back with another Business Matters Podcast. This week we discuss keeping with the process despite frustrations!
In this week's Power of One we answer your submitted topics. This week it is on what is BNI's responsibility to adding diversity to our chapters?
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Adrienne Irwin from Oregon!
In this week's Power of One we answer your submitted questions! This week it is on is it a 121? Should we share TYFCB duing the I have portion of the meeting?
In this week's weekly presentation coaching we are giving advice to 3 different members from the same chapter!
In this episode of the Power of One we answer your submitted questions. This time it is how do I get my members to give me a chance?
In this week's Power of One we answer your submitted questions. This week it is on what to do when you catch your VP pumping his own stats??!!
In this episode of Business Matters we discuss the importance of capital to your business and why you need to track it at all times.
In this week's Power of One episode we answer your submitted question. This week it is about how to encourage members to embrace CEUs
In this Power of One episode we answer your submitted questions! This episode: Is there value in BNI Guests?
In this week's Power of One episode we answer your submitted questions! This week: What are some mistakes and good practices you see Presidents and Leadership Teams make?
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Edwin Soriano from the Philippines!
In this episode of the Power of One we answer your submitted question. This topic: what is the proper visitor follow up from the team and asking for the application
In this episode of the Power of One we answer your questions! This time: how to make networking more comfortable for introverts!
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Len Silverman from Nashville TN!
In this week's Power of One we answer your submitted topics. This week it is on handling Member Disputes.
In our 600th episode we answer your submitted questions! This week it is about running the chapter like a business.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Yvonne Fedee from Houston TX!
In this week's Power of One we answer your submitted questions. This time it is a 2-part question!
In this week's Power of One we go back to your show submissions! This week's question is on why do people give up on networking?
It is great to be back with another episode of Business Matters. In this week we learn of Mike's recent change in his professional life and we discuss when/how you know it may be time to make a change.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Paul Neace from Action News Jax!
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Linda Brennan from Illinois!
In this week's Power of One episode we answer your show submissions! This week it is on how long our weekly presentations should be when we are running long in our meeting time.
In this week's Power of One we discuss why your chapter SHOULD NOT be tracking TYFCB from past BNI members!
In this week's Power of One we answer your submitted questions regarding Featured Presentations and the BNI meeting format
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Kayla Kruger a wedding photographer from Ohio!
In this week's Power of One we answer nurmerous questions around the same topic: 1-2-1's
In this week's Power of One we discuss the BNI meeting formats and why we have them set the way they are.
In this week's Power of One episode we answer your submitted questions! This week it is on what is the data between CEUs and passing referrals and TYFCB?
In this Power of One episode we go back to your questions! This time it is on why am I not getting referrals?
In this week's Power of One Episodse we discuss why we change Leadership Teams every year and why we start that process so early.
In this week's Power of One episode we answer your submitted questions. These questions hopefully will lead to some conversations in your chapter.
In this week's BNI Power of One episode we answer your submitted questions! This week it is about the differences between contact spheres and power teams.
In this Power of One episode we answer your submitted questions. This time it is on how to make the BNI meeting more "fun"
In this week's Power of One we answer your submitted questions. This week it is on addressing members who state they cannot refer to other members because of loyalty to their company.
In this episode of the Power of One we answer a submitted question on what to do after the visitor day event.
In this episode of Business Matters we discuss the importance of watching your mouth and knowing your surroundings!
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we have one of the best submitted so far! We meet Sheidalisse Clavell.
In this new episode in our Growth Series we discuss how to have a successful visitor day.
In this week's Power of One we answer your submitted questions! This week it is on visitor conversion and how to follow up.
In this week's Business Matters episode Tim and Mike are glad to be back and discuss the importance of getting involved and the opportunities it creates.
In this week's Power of One we answer your submitted questions. This week it is on how to convince a founding P&C Insurance member to allow a Commercial Insurance person into the chapter.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Denzal Lovett from Houston!
In this episode of our Growth Series we discuss the importance of accountability partners and how to properly follow up to increase the number of visitors who show up.
In this episode of Tim & Raef's Reads we review Building a Story Brand by Donald Miller!
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Madeleine Howard from Michigan!
The most common request is to discuss how to grow our chapters. With this in mind we are running a Growth Series where each podcast will build on the previous. We begin Episode 1 with the most important question you need to answer first!
In this week's Business Matters podcast we discuss the importance of creating content for your business and customers
In this week's Power of One we answer your submitted questions! This week it is on the resources for CEU's
In this week's Power of One episode we answer your submitted questions. This week it is on the Chapter Traffic Light Report in BNI Connect.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Dean Stanzel from Top of Mind Gifts
In this week's Power of One we have a special guest Zack Saunders to discuss when the first impression is truly set in the referral process.
In this week's Power of One we share a little perspective about tough times. It is a great way to reflect as we enter the new year.
In this episode of the Power of One Tim and Raef don't discuss a book but what are Raef's BNI bugaboos?
In this week's Power of One we answer your submitted questions! This week we are asked "Is a google review a referral if someone asks for them in their weekly presentation?"
In this week's Business Matters episode we answer your submitted question! This week it is a follow up to our episode #506
In this week's Power of One episode we answer your submitted questions around converting visitors to new members and the importance of the Visitor Host role!
In this episode of Business Matters we discuss a few items including what we are thankful for.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Wendy Westcott from the UPS Store in Eugene OR!
In this week's Business Matters episode we have a special guest - Brad Solomon of SC Digitial - to speak on social media and digital markerting!
In this week's Business Matters episode we discuss preparing for the opportunities of a down economy.
Back before a year off! Tim and Raef discuss the book The One Thing and a whole bunch of other things.
In this episode of the Power of One we answer your questions! This week it is on "How does a membership committee handle a complaint from a member about another member?"
In this week's Power of One we visit how to increase your opportunities for referrals aka: INVITING! We go over how to double your chapter by Thanksgiving and how to easily and effectively invite the profession YOU need most.
In this week's Business Matters episode we share some personal challenges we are facing and share advice.
This week we go back to your submitted questions! This time we hear from a 21 Year BNI Member who is seeing their Tier 1 and Tier 2 referrals decreasing.
In this week's Business Matters episode we answer your submitted questions! This week we were asked how to grow your business in a recession.
In this week's podcast we answer your submitted questions! This time it is on what to do when in an Online Chapter and members won't service other member's areas?
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we hear from Dr. Michelle Hucke from JAX Beaches Family Dentistry
We are back with another new Tim and Raef's Reads episode! It has been almost 1 year to the day. This time we discuss the book Contagious.
In this week's Power of One we answer your submitted questions! This week it is on what makes up the mindset of a succesful networker?
In this week's Business Matters podcast we discuss how to hold yourself accountable and why it is so damn hard to do.
In this week's Power of One we roll out a whole new acronym S.A.F.E and what it means to be a SAFE BNI Chapter
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Lisa Horst with Send Out Cards
In this week's power of one episode we discuss what you do when you get hurt by another member.
In this week's Power of One episode we answer your submitted questions! This week it is how can you create a vision of success for your chapter with the Power of One?
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Dr. Paul Harris with Delta V Chiropractic
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Dr. Paul Harris with Delta V Chiropractic
In this week's Power of One episode we answer your submitted questions! This week it is about how to encourage members to move up in the Power of One score.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Mindy Stephens with Alive Virtual Assistants
In this week's Business Matters episode we answer your submitted topics and this week is on Marketing
In this week's Business Matters episode we answer your submitted topics and this week is on Marketing
In this week's Power of One episode we answer your submitted questions! This week we are asked about transferring chapters to get more referrals.
In this week's Business Matters episode we answer your questions around how Non-Profits can benefit in networking groups like BNI
In this week's Business Matters episode we answer your submitted questions! This week it is on advice to scale up a business that is overwhelmed (in a good way) with referrals.
In this week's Power of One we answer your submitted questions! This week we were asked to give advice to incoming leaders to the chapter.
In this week's Business Matters episode we discuss how to think about transitioning (selling) your business, or what to look at when looking at purchasing a business.
In this week's Power of One episode we answer your submitted questions! This week it is about doing 121's and developing Power Teams with members in other chapters.
In this week's Power of One we answer your submitted questions! This week we are ask if someone should leave their chapter.....
In this week's Business Matters episode we go back to answering your submitted questions. This week it is on Time Management.
In this week's episode we answer your submitted questions! This week it is on what counts as CEUs and what doesn't?
In this week's Business Matters episdoe we go back to your submitted questions! This week we were asked about Team Building.
In this week's episode we go back to your submitted questions! This week it is on how do you explain the Power of One Report.
In this week's Business Matters podcast we discuss what tangible actions Mike's team is taking now to help with the change in the market.
In this week's Power of One podcast we answer your submitted question on Leadership Team roles in BNI and why they are so important to take!
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Dan Bowdey from a brand new chapter in CO
In this week's Business Matters episode we discuss the statement "Value is like water" from the book Retention Point by Robert Skrob
We have been hearing a lot of questions around the most important tool in BNI, One-to-Ones. Let's discuss!
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Tracy Hunter from Australia!
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Dean Stanzel from Cutco Business Gifts
In this week's Business Matters episode we discuss the dangers of acting on an impulse.
In this week's podcast we answer your submitted questions! This week we discuss Growth Coordinators, but even more the importance of continued focused on growth in your chapter.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Amelia Harshfield from Kansas City
In this week's Business Matters podcast we answer your submitted questions. This week's question is around challenges with your network having brand loyalty to other brands.
In this week's Power of One we go back to your submitted questions. This time we discuss the difference between Advocators, Promotors and Creators.
In this week's Business Matters podcast we go back to your questions and discuss how everyone is replaceable
In this week's Power of One we answer your submitted question! This week it is aroud what to do when you are giving more than receiving.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching we answer a question from Gloria around tips for weekly presentations.
In this week's Business Matters podcast we answer your questions! This week: how does trust reduce drama?
This week we go back to your submitted questions! What do you do when people sell to you in 121s?
In this week's Business Matters episode Mike discusses strategies they are implementing now that their market has done a 180.
In this week's Power of One we discuss how you provide value when you are missing from the meeting.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Nikki Bouchier from Off the Wall Greenscapes in Winnipeg Manitoba!
In this week's Business Matters episode we answer your submitted question: How to charge your worth.
In this week's episode we discuss 6 tips to getting visitors to become members of your chapter.
In this week's weekly presentation coaching episode we meet Chin-Sim Kang from New Hampshire!
In this week's Business Matters podcast we discuss how to look for the signs of the market changing in your industry and the importance of being one step ahead.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Matt Anvik with VERAPAX Marketing in AZ!
In this week's Business Matters podcast we discuss what to do when you know it is time to make a change.
In this week's Power of One I share a new technique I tried that worked so well it just may be how I close referrals from now on.
In this week's Power of One we go back to your submitted questions: What do we do with complacent members?
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Jo Ann McLellan from Local Marketing Plus
In this week's Business Matters episode we discuss the importance of being flexible to unpredictable circumstances.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Jen Wilson https://jenwilsonmarketing.com
In this week's Business Matters episode we discuss how to deal with the headwinds that come with making changes
In this week's Power of One episode we bring back Getting P.A.I.D the 4 Principles to Success.
In this week's Business Matters episode we discuss the value of accountability partners.
In this week's Business Matters episode we continue the discussion around embracing the suck and its importance in good times not just bad.
In this week's Business Matters podcast we discuss how quick you should react to your set goals.
In this week's Power of One episode we go back to answering your submitted questions! This week we hear from Treston in Hawaii!
In this week's Business Matters episode we discuss how we disconnect when taking some personal time off.
In this week's Power of One episode we discuss what it takes to see the new results you desire in 2022.
In this week's Business Matters episode we discuss the importance of letting things go as we enter the new year.
In this week's Power of One we do our annual PSA about networking during this busy time of year.
In this week's Business Matters episode we answer your submitted questions. This week we discuss how to talk to strangers.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we answer a question around the structure of a weekly presentation
In this week's Business Matters podcast we discuss what we are thankful for and the importance of prioritizing your health is to your business.
In this week's Power of One podcast we discuss how to get back to success despite all the challenges we face.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Vicki Parker from Australia!
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Tony Naro from Bernazzani Law in New Hampshire.
In this week's Power of One we answer your questions regarding inviting and chapter growth.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Kelly Williams from Williams Midwest Commercial Real Estate.
In this week's Business Matters episode we answer a submitted 2 part question around challenges in 1-2-1's
In this week's podcast we discuss why you may be seeing more competing groups popping up right now and why some of your members may be in them.
In this week's Business Matters episode we discuss the dangerous of inconsistent leadership and focus.
In this week's Power of One we meet Stephanie Sylvia Costello, a Director Consultant in BNI New Hampshire, and we discuss the importance of chapter culture.
In this week's Business Matters podcast we discuss Mike's recent trip to Florida and the differences between Disney World and Universal Studios.
We are back with another episode of Tim and Raef's reads and this month we discuss the book Relentless.
In this week's Business Matters episode we share some updates from the past couple of weeks.
In this week's Power of One we hold a quick Q&A session and hit a bunch of your submitted questions!
In this episode of Business Matters we discuss the importance of removing those who leach of your success.
In this week's podcast we discuss the title question: If quitting wasn't an option what would you be doing differently?
In this week's Power of One Episode we answer three challenging questions from one of our listeners in Australia: Is it ever a good time to call it quits on BNI?
As it seems, the more specific I get, the fewer referrals I receive - are there certain industries where perhaps being specific isn't the best move?
How do I ask members for some love in return without sounding like an ass?
In this week's episode of Business Matters we discuss how fear can lead to procrastination and hold us back from our goals.
In this week's Power of One episode we discuss what is the most contagious, powerful and impactful in your BNI Chapter.
In this week's Business Matters podcast we answer your submitted questions! This week it is about living up to (and setting) expectations of supervisors.
In this week's Power of One episode we go back to your submitted questions! This time it is all about Power Teams.
In this episode of BNI and the Power of One we discuss what you should do, or better not do, when your competition visits your chapter.
In this week's Power of One episode we discuss what to do with your networking when your business becomes too busy.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Dr. Dave Ferguson from Wisconsin!
We are back after a month off! In this week's episode we discuss the opportunities leadership in our chapter provides!
In this week's Business Matters episode we discuss the importance of planning for the unthinkable moments.
In this week's Power of One episode we discuss the massive opportunity this summer will provide for referral production.
In this week's Business Matters podcast Tim and Mike discuss some of the challenges BNI is facing in this time of transition.
In this week's Business Matters podcast we discuss Mike's recent business trip and the inspiring lessons learned.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Julian Carter all the way from the UK
In this week's Power of One episode we discuss the new challenges of yet another transition time.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet David Ciechanowicz from Indianapolis.
In this week's Business Matters episode we discuss planning for the end of your business.
In this month's Tim and Raef's Reads we discuss the book Six Easy Pieces by Richard P. Feynman
In this week's Business Matters episode we discuss the book Profit Firstand managing cash flow in your business.
In this week's Power of One episode we answer your submitted questions! This week we hear from Wynn from FL who asks about networking outside of BNI.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Janet Stein with Arbonne International
In this week's Power of One episode we answer your submitted questions and topics! This week's is about D is for Details.
In this week's episode of Business Matters we discuss some of the big news of the week in the business world.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Moxie LaBouche from Chester, VA.
In this week's Power of One episode we answer your submitted questions! This week's asks about warning fellow members about doing 121's with a bad visitor.
In this week's episode of Business Matters we discuss the challenge that many businesses are facing right now: finding employees!
In our 400th episode we go back to your submitted questions! We have received a lot recently around Thank You For Closed Business so we attempt to answer them all.
In this week's episode of Business Matters we answer your submitted question! This week it is on how to close the sale.
In this week's Power of One we go back to your submitted questions and discuss how to draw the line when our products change and may not compete with a fellow member.
In this week's Business Matters episode we discuss the importance of empathy as we all go through yet another transition with COVID
In this week's episode of the Power of One we discuss how simple it could be for your chapter to double in the next 4-6 weeks.
In this month's episode of Tim and Raef's Reads we discuss the book Atomic Habits by James Clear
In this week's weekly presentation coaching episode we meet Kimi Ayers from O2Ayers and a member of BNI Referral Source in New Smyrna Beach FL.
In this week's episode of Business Matters we answer your questions! This week we discuss time management.
In this week's Power of One episode we answer your submitted questions! This week we hear from Irene from Malaysia! She asks "how do you handle a bad referral?"
In this week's episode we discuss the power of switching the words we say to ourselves and the impact it can have on our success.
In this week's weekly presentation coaching episode we meet Peter Crisafulli from the Mill River chapter in MA.
We are entering a very important part of the year for you and your chapter, and this year has some unique advantages compared to previous years. Is your chapter priming the pump for success?
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching we meet Jerry Summers from Jerry & Tracy Summers Dream Vacations out of Phoenix AZ
In this week's Business Matters podcast Tim and Michael discuss a recent article involving a business advertising around the stimulus and people's responses to it.
In this week's Power of One we answer your questions! What makes a testimonial impactful?
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching we meet Kevin Crowell a real estate agent from Chicago!
In this week's Power of One episode we answer your questions and discuss what a good VP report sounds like.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet M.R. Krishnan who is a member in INDIA!
In this week's Business Matters podcast Tim asks Michael about his experiences with bringing new products to the market.
In this week's Power of One we discuss the Plateau of Latent Potential from the book Atomic Habits by James Clear
In this week's episode of Business Matters we discuss the importance of getting involved but also share some cautionary tales.
In this week's Impact of One Interview we meet Jonathan Stallsmith of Purple Finch Productions and a member of BNI Riverside Referrals in New Hampshire!
In this week's Power of One we answer your questions! This week we discuss Feature Presentations.
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Chris Taylor from New York Life Insurance
In this week's episode of Business Matters, Tim and Michael answer a show submission asking about facing the expense of additional labor when trying to grow.
In this week's Impact of One interview we meet John Lambert of Claremont Cycle Deport, and a member of our Summit Success chapter in New Hampshire
In this week's power of one episode we have a special guest, Sam Eckerson, who shares what his chapter is doing with the mentoring program and passport to success while operation online
In this week's episode of Business Matters, Tim and Michael discuss avoiding distractions at many different levels.
In this week's Impact of One interview we meet Mike Ricker from Insure New England and a member of our Noontime BNI Networkers
This week we get back to YOUR show submissions. This week's question from Scottsdale AZ is about one to ones now vs back when I was a member.
Tim and Raef ARE BACK with a new Tim and Raef's Reads! This time we catchup and discuss the book Greenlightsby Matthew McConaughey
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching we meet Sally Cobb from Mezzanine Catering, a member in BNI Seacoast Referral Connection in New Hampshire
In this week's Business Matters episode we answer two show submissions that deal with cultural differences.
In this week's Impact of One interview we meet Ashley McNutt from Seacoast Bank and a member of the BNI Mavens chapter in BNI FL Central.
In this week's Power of One episode we answer a member's email asking why we only care for those who want to meet online....
In this week's episode of Business Matters, Tim and Mike discuss a key lesson from the book Green Lights.
In this week's episode of the Impact of One we meet Sean McCarthy with Bold City Coaching Company, and a member BNI Profit Builders in BNI FL Northeast
This week we celebrate International Networking Week with the question: Why do we network?
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching episode we meet Sue Hoxie from Middlebury VT
In this week's episode of the Business Matters podcast we discuss the importance of planning for the near future and the changes coming.
In this week's Impact of One Interview we meet Jennifer Hill of Home Instead Senior Care, and a member of BNI Money Makers Chapter in BNI Northeast FL
In this week's Weekly Presentation Coaching we meet Dr. Emily Kirkwold from Minneapolis!
In this week's episode of Business Matters we discuss what takes priority when trying to grow our business or hit our goals.
In this week's Impact of One interview we meet Kelly Moore of Appstar Financial and a member of BNI Referral Source in BNI FL Northeast
In this week's episode we celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day and we discuss the importance of coming together.
In this week's episode of Business Matters we discuss the importance of taking a break, and being very aware of our actions when emotions are high.
In this week's episode of the Impact of One we meet Cindy Weinberg of Professional Title and a member of BNI Referral Source in BNI FL Northeast
We only have 51 weeks remaining in 2021 to hit our goals! Are you acting with the appropriate urgency to make these goals happen?
This week Mike and Tim discuss how to handle toxic people in the workplace and in your life.
In this week's Impact of One interview we meet Toni Runci from BlueLion LLC. Toni is a member of our BNI Strategic Partners chapter in BNI New Hampshire!
In this week's episode of BNI & The Power of One we discuss how to setup your introductions properly so you don't upset people.
In this week's episode of Business Matters podcast Tim and Mike discuss being thankful, and focusing on giving in 2021.
In this week's Impact of One Interview we meet Russell Cooley of Perfect Printing Solutions. Russell is a member of the BNI Money Makers chapter in BNI Northeast FL.
This week we discuss how we can make an Impact of One in 2021. Specifically we discuss how to invite with a goal of every member sponsoring one new member in 2021.
In this week's episode of Business Matters Tim and Michael discuss how to communicate your goals and plans to your team.
In this week's Impact of One Interview we meet Lynne Ganley of Arbonne. Lynne is a Director Consultant in BNI New Hampshire and a proud member of BNI Seacoast Referral Connection.
In this week's episode we discuss why this is an important time of year to reflect and learn
In this week's episode of Business Matters, Tim and Mike discuss how the best present you may be able to give this year is to be present.
In this week's Impact of One Interview we meet Whitney Russell from AFLAC and a member of our BNI Works Chapter.
In this week's podcast we ask ourselves "what skill sets do I need to improve to reach new levels of success?"
In this week's episode of Business Matters Tim and Mike discuss the importance of adapting and change when it comes to getting new growth in your business.
In this week's episode of The Impact of One we meet Woody Husted from Alphagraphics-Portsmouth a member of our Seaside BNI Chapter in New Hampshire.
This week we discuss the Holiday Season and how it provides the biggest opportunity of the year for us!
In this week's episode of The Business Matters we discuss the importance of being Thankful.
In this week's Impact of One interview we meet Courtney Grno with Mai Solutions, a member of the The Influencer's BNI Chapter in our FL Central region.
This week we discuss how preparing for your success allows you the opportunity to help others.
This week Mike and Tim discuss what we need to be thinking about and planning for entering 2021.
In this week's Impact of One interview we meet Robert Kowal of A& C Printing. Robert is a member of the BNI Golden Triangle chapter in the BNI Florida Central region.
This week we get back to answering your questions! This week's question was on why are so few members being specific in their referral requests.
This week Tim and Mike discuss their goal setting process and why it is vital to begin now!
In this week's Impact of One interview we meet Theresa Ceglio from We Stage Jacksonville. Theresa is a member of our BNI Success Partners chapter in BNI Northeast FL.
This week we are back to answering your show submissions! This week's question is about the D in P.A.I.D.
In this week's Impact of One Interview we meet Mark Moss of the Law Offices of Mark Moss!
This week we discuss the importance these remaining 9 weeks of 2020 have on your 2021 results!
In this week's Impact of One episode we meet Charles Oropallo from Charlesworks.net. Charles has been a BNI member in New Hampshire for 16 years!
This week we discuss what happens when your competition shows up to your BNI meeting, and how it could be a big opportunity for you!
In this week's episode of Business Matters we discuss the decision we all face of when to hire.
We continue with our weekly Impact of One Interviews. This week we meet Derick Brown from The Mortgage Firm and a member of the BNI Legacy Partners chapter.
This week we discuss why it is so important to train your members on what are the misconceptions about your industry and how to get by them.
In this week's episode of the Impact of One we interview Melissa Goodwin from Infinity Plus LLC, and a member of BNI Riverside Referrals in New Hampshire
This week Tim discusses a very real danger when it comes to networking, relationship development and referral generation.
This week Tim discusses the importance of having an accountability partner for you and your business!
In this week's episode of our Impact of One we speak with Jamaar Manlove of Florida Merchant Service and a member of BNI Money in Motion in FL Central.
This week Tim speaks with Jessica Lopez, the BNI Executive Director for BNI El Paso about never giving in to excuses
This week Tim and Michael follow the previous night's debate by discussing politics and being a business owner.
This week we meet Vicki Moore from Humana Market Point, a member of the BNI Focus chapter in Central FL and one of our Impact of One Members.
This week we talk with Brad Solomon of SC Digital about how important Leadership and Culture are to a BNI Chapter's success.
This week Mike and Tim discuss what they look for when going through the hiring process.
In this week's Impact of One Interview we talk with Cyndia Rivera of Family Finances Redesigned and a member of the BNI Champions chapter in BNI FL Central
This week we celebrate our 300th episode and share lessons learned over the past 7 years of doing the podcast.
In this episode of The Impact of One Interviews we meet Joanna Zambella of Monadnock Broadcasting Group and the President of the Elm City BNI Business Connections chapter in Keene NH.
In this week's episode we discuss why multitasking is a myth and why it may be killing your results.
This week Michael and Tim discuss why discipline and perseverance is so critical to consistent success.
In this episode of The Impact of One Interviews we interview Brad Solomon of SC Digital and a member of the BNI Wolf Pack chapter in Manchester NH
This week in the Business Matters podcast, Tim and Michael discuss the importance of being disciplined.
This week we continue with our Impact of One interviews. Today we meet Tabb Bushee from Thryv, a member in our Gold Rush BNI Chapter!
We continue with our Impact Member interviews. This week it is Philip Messana from Lawn Care of Saint Johns LLC a member of the BNI Success Partners chapter in BNI Northeast FL
This week we discuss some old BNI tools that are having a different, and important, impact!
We interview one of our IMPACT Members - Manuel Benavente of iEcoCleaning and from our County Line Connections BNI Chapter.
This week Tim and Mike discuss the importance of looking for the opportunities that exist even in the most challenging times.
This week Tim and Mike discuss the power of networking, whether in large conferences, BNI meetings, Chamber events, etc.
This week we revisit and important lesson from the book Thing and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill.
One request I have had a lot is about covering topics that are more general business matters vs networking and BNI. Well starting each Wednesday we will now be bringing you the Business Matters episodes!
This week we discuss the importance of keeping up our engagement levels during the summer months!
This week we talk about The Impact of One and how it is the focus of our 2020 BNI Summer Game!
Tim and Raef's Reads is back! This month we discuss the book The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg
This week we discuss that as a success team it is always important to be looking at the whole and not just how we may feel about a certain situation.
This week we have a special guest, Sam Eckerson from BNI Central FL, who discusses how people sometimes hoard relationships.
This week we talk again with Kristi Nowrouzi, Director Consultant in BNI Central FL. Kristi shares 3 things she wish she knew as a new member.
This week we discuss the #1 rule of networking and why it is important to be aware of it when networking virtually!
This week we dive back into member questions and discuss some advice for new members, well all members actually, on effective first one to ones.
We get right back to member questions this week. This week's question is about why we don't track One-to-Ones with Visitors.
This week we discuss Weekly Presentations and a key habit I needed to learn to truly become successful with them.
This week we get back to answering member questions! This member from Texas had a question regarding door prizes.
This week we are back to answering your questions! If you have one submit it at www.bnipowerofone.com.
This week we discuss Dreaming Big! What would it be like if your chapter were to double this month? It may be easier than you think!
We are happy to bring back the BNI and Power of One podcast with a commitment to more episodes in 2020. This week we discuss goal setting!
This week we answer another topic submitted by a listener all the way from South Africa!!
Topic: I know I have basically 2 ways to improve my results (1) present my sales manager minute or presentation before more people or (2) do a better job of preparing and delivering those messages. I have been trying to tweak my presentations to get more Tier 2 + referrals i.e. work from the member's CLIENTS but it is not working. I print for ALL the members regularly but I am only getting limited Tier 2 referrals. I believe for all of us, that is where the magic lies. What can you suggest? I am in the enviable position that I have a shop and get regular "simple" referrals from walk -ins but even there my staff an I are able to create and develop the more complex referrals. How do I train the members to take it to the next level? (I am currently the chapter Education Coordinator)
This week we discuss how BNI can be misused and at extreme levels can hurt relationships. We share a couple of recent examples as well!
In this week's episode we talk about the importance of thanking those who have impacted us and a new initiative in BNI USA
This week we go back to answering member questions. This submission asks: No resources, no money, no people, no time...how does one stay positive no matter how little you have?
This episode we discuss the quote from the famous historian Anthony Toynbee: "Nothing Fails Like Success"
In this episode we answer another member question regarding how subs are scored in the Power of One Report
In this episode we answer another member question regarding the verbatim statement in the BNI Agenga
In this week's episode we answer another member question around the I Have Portion of the BNI Agenda
As we continue our theme of setting ourselves up for success in 2018 we discuss the importance of scheduling.
Now that we ar einto 2018 and working towards new/bigger goals, how do we make them happen? It starts with being present.
Welcome to the New Year! It is an exciting time but the question is how will we MAKE 2018 better than 2017?
This week we answer another member question, this time from Canada! How do we increase the number of referrals we truly desire?
This week we discuss how local chapters could benefit with more collaboration with one another instead of competing.
This week we answer a member question regarding the Purpose and Overview section of the BNI agenda!
In this week's episode we discuss a theme that came up in some mastermind meetings and how sometimes we just need to go back to basics.
This week we answer another member question! Vadim Pantall from Western Australia asks: Do you have some specific benefits you could share on your podcast about how doing more than one CEU a week helps drive member and chapter success?
In this month's episode of Tim and Raef's Reads we discuss The Checklist Manifesto - How to Get Things Right by Atul Gawande.
Should you be focused more on Quality referrals or the Quantity of referrals you are receiving? Should your chapter be more focused on Quantity of members or the Quality of the professions we let join?
This week we answer another show submission! Thank you!
"When you start having multiple one-to-ones with members they ask why so many?
In this month's episode of Tim and Raef's Reads we discuss the book The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy.
In this week's podcast we discuss the importance training plays as a chapter, and why your chapter should be going to trainings TOGETHER!
BNI provides us tremendous opportunity to showcase ourselves. What we choose to show, and how we choose to show it, are up to us.
This week we discuss some tips on how to use Social Media to increase your chapter's Visibility and Credibility
In this month's episode of Tim & Raef's Reads we discuss the book The Energy Bus, 10 Rules to Fuel Your Life, Work, and Team with Positive Energy by Jon Gordon.
This week we answer another member's question, this time from Kyle from New Hampshire! "When at a social gathering, I want to make sure to interact with as many people as possible. A challenge is leaving a conversation that isn't going anywhere......What
In this week's podcast we discuss the three things you need to be teaching your fellow members: Who - How - What!
In this month's episode of Tim and Raef's Reads we discuss the book Guitar Zero by Gary Marcus.
In this podcast we give you a clear strategy to maximize your effectiveness in a different format of networking: Social Events. Do not worry we tie it back to your BNI Chapter and Meeting as well!
This week we answer another Show Submission and this time all the way from South Africa! Are average chapter sizes of a region limiting?
In this month's episode of Tim and Raef's Reads we review the book Rework by Jason Fried & David Heinemeier Hanson. This was recommended by a member and is the first book both Tim and Raef read at the same time and they have very different views!
This week we answer another Show Submission! We discuss member renewals and when/how do we not renew someone.
Should your chapter be selective about who it accepts as a member? Absolutely! However, the first step is making sure we have enough visitors and applicants to be selective from.
This week we answer another member question: What do we do when a member of another chapter refuses to pay for the services provided by you? We discuss this exact scenario and how to handle all types of member complaints.
Ever wonder why an Elephant can be contained by a simple rope and a steak in the ground? Why wouldn't this powerful animal just rip this little stake out and walk away? This week we discuss the power of belief and ask: "What is keeping you contained?"
In this month's episode of Tim and Raef's Reads we discuss the book Contagious by Jonah Berger
This week we answer a show idea submission from a member in Massachusetts: What are your guidelines for entering a referral? Is it right after you verbally recommend someone, or only after the actual contact has been made?
This week we answer another Show Submission all the way from WESTERN AUSTRALIA! Does a small town mean we will always have a small chapter? We discuss getting over the mental blocks of growth and an exercise any chapter can do to see growth opportunities.
In this month's episode of Tim and Raef's Read we discuss the book Getting Things Done by David Allen
This week we discuss one of the most important topics when it comes to Word-of-Mouth marketing: your WHY! I also share my WHY and why I am so passionate about BNI.
This week we answer another Member Question: Treating your chapter/BNI Membership like a Business vs. a Hobby!
This week we answer another BNI Member question: How do you sell accountability in your chapter?
This week we answer another member question! Why is there no spot on the PALMS report to track TYFCB from "BNI Alumni"?
In this month's Tim and Reaf's Reads we discuss the book The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni
What should a member do if another member is asking for a commission/percentage for referred business? Is this against BNI Policy?
In this month's episode of Tim and Raef's Reads we discuss the book Loving What Is by Byron Katie
In this episode of Tim and Raef's Reads Tim and Raef look back at the first 10 books reviewed in 2016.
This week we answer another member question: My business is so new there are no categories for it in BNI or the Chamber. How do I educate people effectively so they understand how to find me referrals?
We have just witnessed one of the most divided elections in our history. One that has people feeling very passionate about their side. This week we discuss what this means for your networking efforts and BNI.
This week we answer another show submission from a member who asks:
When does a contact sphere turn into a "click"? What are the effects on the rest of the chapter and how does it effect the contact sphere? If a member is in a very successful contact sphere do they loose sight of the importance of also referring to the other members not in their sphere? Most importantly, how much money are they leaving on the table by not paying attention to the members outside their sphere?
In this month's episode we talk about an amazing book referred to us by Justin Hall, The Greatest Salesman in the World by OG Mandino
What was your original intent when joining BNI? What is the focus, or intent, of your chapter? What is BNI's intent? Do all of these align? We discuss this important topic in this week's podcast
In this month's episode of Tim and Raef's Reads we discuss The Lean Startup by Eric Ries
This week we answer another Member's Show Submission! This time it comes all the way from Kansas. The question: Are subs factored in the Power of One Report?
A Show Submission! This one from Michael Georges in Colorado!
"It would be great to have you talk a bi about Educational Moments and using the podcasts as jumping off points to lead your team to greater success with their BNI Memberships!"
This week we discuss a process happening in many chapter and many regions right now: Leadership Team Selections! We will discuss the WHY behind the process, the misconceptions in the process, and why BNI is so involved in selecting each chapter's team.
This week we answer a show submission! The question is: I am a landscaper, I don't have the funds to build a new crew mid season
to handle more referrals. In order to provide the best service I can't take
on more clients this year, even with hiring more people (which I have) I
just can't take more business. Great problem but besides passing referrals,
one-to-ones, and meetings how can I still benefit this year from BNI? I
want to plan for next year already to handle 2-3 more crews. What's your
advice?
In this episode of Tim and Raef's reads we discuss the PERFECT book for BNI, The Go Giver! The Go-Giver: A Little Story about a Powerful Business Idea** is a book written by Bob Burg and John D. Mann. It is a story about the power of giving
This week we interview Mike Dolpies, a member of the BNI Alliance for Business Growth chapter in Concord NH, about looking at your BNI Chapter as your BIGGEST client!
This week we discuss our region specific organizational chart and our operations model. THIS IS DIFFERENT THAN OTHER REGIONS. We discuss how we are setup and why we made some changes to our opertations a few years a go.
In this month's episode of Tim and Raef's Reads we discuss the book EntreLeadership by Dave Ramsey!
This week we discuss CEU's - Chapter Education Units. We discuss the importance of CEU's and why it is a part of the Power of One.
In this podcast our Director of Market Development discusses what he did, that most thought was insane, that helped grow his business by 30% this past year.
This week I discuss One to Ones and why most are not being EFFECTIVE enough when the do a One to One. At the end I also share a key tool everyone has but very people use that lead to me seeing 2 to 3 referrals a week from my One to Ones.
This week Jodi Flynn, one of our Director Consultants in BNI Maine, discusses how we can often give the wrong perception about our level of customer service in BNI.
This week Janet Sisson, our Managing Director for BNI New Hampshire, discusses Love, Money, and Books!
In this episode of Tim and Raef's Reads we discuss the book Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki
This week we are joined by Justin Hall, an Ambassador in New Hampshire, who shares a very important lesson from a story shared in the book Good to Great!
This week we begin to break down the 5 Parts to the Power of One begining with the most important part ATTENDANCE!
In this month's addition of Tim and Raef's Reads we discuss the book Think Like a Freak by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner
This week we answer a show submission which states that more than one chapter in a small town is only good for BNI. Is this true?
This week we discuss inviting. Who should you invite? How do you invite? What should you say or not say? We answer these questions and also discuss WHY you should invite.
This week we speak with Joanie Heighes, President of the BNI Hurricanes Chapter in Jacksonville FL, about her chapter's experience going through the Whole Chapter Mentoring Program!
In this month's addition of Tim and Raef's Reads we discuss the book Necessary Endings by Dr. Henry Cloud
Welcome to 2016!
This week we discuss the New Year, and a bit of last year. We will talk about 2 strategies to help make 2016 the best year ever!
In this episode of Tim and Raef's Reads we discuss an amazing book Inside the Magic Kingdom by Tom Connellan. We will discuss the key lessons in the book all about Disney's success.
The Holidays can be a busy and fun time of the year. It also provides one of the greatest opportunities for referrals that is often missed. This week we discuss why it may be vital to continue networking during the Holidays and how to take advantage of this amazing opportunity.
No chapter can reach its true potential without every member achieving a score of 100 on the Power of One report. In a new segement we interview some of our members who have recently acheived that goal. This week we speak with Emily Maillet from the BNI Synergy Partners chapter in our New Hampshire Region.
We are trying a new podcast topic as BONUS content for our members. Each month Tim and Raef will review a different business/success book one of us has read to review the key lessons from it. This week we review Success is a Choice by Rick Pitino
This week we discuss a new way to use an old program. What would be the benefits of the entire chapter going through the Mentoring Program together?
We are back! This week we discuss our general session topic at this year's Chapter Success Trainings. What is the number one focus of a successful chapter? What should your number one goal as a group be? We discuss this and more!
No chapter can reach its true potential without every member achieving a score of 100 on the Power of One report. In a new segement we interview some of our members who have recently acheived that goal. This week we speak with Don LaPlume from the Upper Valley BNI chapter in our New Hampshire Region.
Brennan’s first encountered BNI at age 19 when his job was to hit play on the VHS tape of Dr. Misner during informational meetings. Today, he is the Executive Director of 44 BNI Chapters & 1,100 Members. Last years these members passed 38,000 referrals that resulted in $38 million in closed business. Brennan is twice an International Founders Circle Member and was recently appointed to BNI’s International Franchise Advisory Board. He is proud to be a 14 year BNI member, has given thousands of referrals, and has been thanked for over $2 million in closed business.
Finally, Brennan is co-authoring a book with the Founder and Chairman of BNI, Dr. Ivan Misner. The book, Avoiding the Networking Disconnect, is set to release in the fall of 2015.
No chapter can reach its true potential without every member achieving a score of 100 on the Power of One report. In a new segement we interview some of our members who have recently acheived that goal. This week we speak with Kyle Battis of the BNI Alliance for Business Growth in our New Hampshire Region.
Meaghan Chitwood is the Executive Director for BNI Alabama. Meaghan discussed how connectiong, and networking, is a LEARNED skill. Learn more about Meaghan at http://meaghanchitwood.com/
No chapter can reach its true potential without every member achieving a score of 100 on the Power of One report. In a new segement we interview some of our members who have recently acheived that goal. This week we speak with Bobbi Govanus from the Relationships & Referrals BNI chapter in our Orlando Region
No chapter can reach its true potential without every member achieving a score of 100 on the Power of One report. In a new segement we interview some of our members who have recently acheived that goal. This week we speak with Michael Hauptly-Pierce from the BNI Wolf Pack in our New Hampshire Region.
No chapter can reach its true potential without every member achieving a score of 100 on the Power of One report. In a new segement we interview some of our members who have recently acheived that goal. This week we speak with Hassan Boussi from the BNI Professional Alliance chapter in our Orlando FL Region.
This week we have our first follow up podcast with Tani Dugger to see how the 15 Minute a Day program is working.
This week we have our first follow up podcast with Jamie Stein to see how the 15 Minute a Day program is working.
This week we have our first follow up podcast with Jamie Stein to see how the 15 Minute a Day program is working. This week we have our first follow up podcast with Jamie Stein to see how the 15 Minute a Day program is working. - See more at: http://bnipowerofone.com/episodes/bni-158-15-minute-a-day-follow-up-w-jamie-stein#sthash.nFhEjB8d.dpuf This week we have our first follow up podcast with Jamie Stein to see how the 15 Minute a Day program is working. - See more at: http://bnipowerofone.com/episodes/bni-158-15-minute-a-day-follow-up-w-jamie-stein#sthash.nFhEjB8d.dpuf This week we have our first follow up podcast with Jamie Stein to see how the 15 Minute a Day program is working. - See more at: http://bnipowerofone.com/episodes/bni-158-15-minute-a-day-follow-up-w-jamie-stein#sthash.nFhEjB8d.dpuf
This week we share the audio from an amazing YouTube video done by Gary Vaynerchuk WATCH HERE and discuss what it means to BNI and your Membership.
This week discuss why it is important to invest time working ON your BNI membership vs. just IN your membership. We discuss the difference between the two and why you may need to invest more time.
This week we have our first follow up podcast with Amy Allgaier to see how the 15 Minute a Day program is working.
This week we have our first follow up podcast with Tani Dugger to see how the 15 Minute a Day program is working
This week we have our first follow up podcast with Jamie Stein to see how the 15 Minute a Day program is working.
This week we interviewed Dr. Shawn Shapiro about an amazing educational moment he conducted all around having the right inviting mindset. Dr. Shawn discussed how inviting can be easy and effective if you believe in what you are inviting someone to.
As we approach Membership Extravaganza, and chapters are really focused on growth, we discuss why just blindly accepting, or even poaching, other BNI members is probably not the answer anyone is looking for.
Next month we are helping sponsor an attempt at breaking the World Record for the largest speed networking event in Jacksonville FL. This week we were joined by Brian Barquilla who is leading this event to discuss the event and tips to help you succeed at an event like this one.
For many years, and in many previous episodes, I have discussed how spending just 15 minutes a day working ON my BNI membership changed the results I was seeing. Simply by scheduling dedicated time helped me become more effective. The problem is it isn't really that simple to do. So I offered to our Director Consultant team the opportunity for a couple of people to go through a coaching program with me if they were interested in installing this 15 minute a day program into their memebership and business. Two people immediately jumped in, and one of our Managing Directors asked if I would be willing to take a third person who was not on our team.
Thankfully I said yes, and in this episode we introduce you to Jamie Stein, a member in New Hampshire and one of our Director Consultants
For many years, and in many previous episodes, I have discussed how spending just 15 minutes a day working ON my BNI membership changed the results I was seeing. Simply by scheduling dedicated time helped me become more effective. The problem is it isn't really that simple to do. So I offered to our Director Consultant team the opportunity for a couple of people to go through a coaching program with me if they were interested in installing this 15 minute a day program into their memebership and business. Two people immediately jumped in, and one of our Managing Directors asked if I would be willing to take a third person who was not on our team.
Thankfully I said yes, and in this episode we introduce you to Amy Allgaier, a member in New Hampshire and one of our Director Consultants
For many years, and in many previous episodes, I have discussed how spending just 15 minutes a day working ON my BNI membership changed the results I was seeing. Simply by scheduling dedicated time helped me become more effective. The problem is it isn't really that simple to do. So I offered to our Director Consultant team the opportunity for a couple of people to go through a coaching program with me if they were interested in installing this 15 minute a day program into their memebership and business. Two people immediately jumped in, and one of our Managing Directors asked if I would be willing to take a third person who was not on our team.
Thankfully I said yes, and in this episode we introduce you to Tani Dugger, a member in our BNI Western MA region.
Most people look at a chapter's growth as their success, but I believe it represents something more. This week we talk about why you grow, or why you may not be growing, and how to utilize Membership Extravaganza
As Executive Director of BNI – Louisiana & Mississippi, Tim leads 54 professional referral groups of more than 1,300 business leaders who share ideas, contacts and referrals to grow and advance their businesses. Last year members reported 39,000 referrals passed which generated over $32 million dollars in new business.
A BNI HQ Trainer since 2005, Tim he has trained thousands of BNI Directors from all over the world. He serves on BNI’s Founders Circle, Franchise Advisory Board, and Franchise Development Committee.
This week Tim shares some tips for moving up the Referral Confidence Curve with your fellow BNI Members!
This week we have a special guest Janet Sisson, Managing Director for BNI New Hampshire. Janet poses a great question for all members and chapters: Are you acting like a group or a team?
This week we discuss the amazing results we saw in 2014, AND what we could expect from 2015 if we all focus in on the Power of One. We will also discuss a strategy to achieving new levels of success from the book The One Thing.
This week we were joined by Keith Mercier of Progressive Mechanical. Keith shares a true life story of the power of Givers Gain. Imagine two competitors passing millions of dollars in business to one another. It is happening and Keith tells us how!
In this week's episode we heard from our guest Josey Johnson, a member of the BNI Profit Builders chapter in Jacksonville FL, who shared some tips on how to be successful networking during the upcoming Holidays!
This week we talk with Kathy Allen of Greenlight Websites. Kathy has been a member of BNI for almost 15 years. In this podcast Kathy shares her experiences and how her chapter needed to change its culture to see the amazing results it does today.
Find out more about Kathy at www.greenlightwebsites.com and checkout her book at www.yahamoments.com!
This week I was joined by Debbie Ulbrich, Owner of Krystal Ballroom Dance Studio in Salem NH, and Education Coordinator for the BNI Elite Chapter. We discussed a fantastic educational moment Debbie did in her chapter about Open Networking.
As we quickly approach the end of 2014 many people tend to slow down in their networking efforts. This week we discuss why this can be a BIG mistake and why you need to start talking about the Holidays NOW!
This week we had Raef Granger, a member in the BNI Seacoast Referral Connections chapter in Portsmouth NH, join the show. Raef asked a great question in our Suggest A Topic feature and was gracious enough to join to discuss it. The question is: What do you do when BNI starts really working for you and you get busy?
“When people are financially invested, they want a return. When people are emotionally invested, they want to contribute.” -Simon Sinek
This week we discuss what this quote means in BNI!
When troops are united, the brave cannot andvance alone, nor can the cowardly retreat - Sun Tzu
This week we discuss the importance of being a true TEAM for your success in BNI. We ask if your chapter really is a TEAM or a group of strangers, and we take advise from Sun Tzu and The Art of War
This week we discuss why we offer the amount of training, specifically this time of year with Leadership Teams, and why these trainings are important. In our regions you have access to multiple types, and formats of training and we discuss why we are developing these for you our members.
The one part of the Power of One that can make the most impact to you and your chapter's results is.....visitors. Visitors bring in money even when they don't join. This week we discuss how much of an impact having a steady flow of visitors to your chapter can have and why this is the best time of year to be inviting!
This week discuss how the minor details that are sometimes overlooked could be dictating the results we are seeing from our BNI membership.
Most of our day we tell potential customers and those we are networking with about how great our customer service really is. We feel the need to tell them that they can trust us with their customers and that we will take great care of them. In this week's episode Tim and Eric discuss why this is actually a waste of time in BNI.
No matter what type of networking you are doing if you want referrals from people you must develop two specific things with them. You need must have a relationship with them where they WANT TO and KNOW HOW TO. BNI is no different.
While most people think of networking as just an activity they do it is vital that you realize that is really all about preparation! This week we discuss why this is the case and what you should be preparing for when it comes to BNI!
We have come to that time of year where we select our NEW Leadership Teams for our chapters. In this podcast Tim and Eric discuss why we do this process every year and answer some of the myths and challenges with selecting our new teams!
In this week's episode we answer the first topic submitted through our website www.bnipowerofone.com! The question was:
Essentially, when I look across the members of my BNI chapter I see the closest thing to a 'sales force' that I have at this point in my business.
They are my sales team just as I am a member of their sales teams.
Have there been any podcast trainings lately emphasizing best practices as they relate to 'training' other BNI members to be your sales force? Do you use collateral materials? What about emphasizing value proposition over
benefits? Key qualifying questions? etc. I would think I cant really
consider them 'trained' to represent me until some action steps have transpired. Can a best practice checklist be developed?
I know this is pretty much the core of BNI but at the same time, the idea that we should be treating our BNI chapter mates as a 'sales force' can get lost in the noise and could be a good topic to reinforce on a pod cast.
In this week's episode Eric and Tim discuss the upcoming Summbr Games in each of our regions. Listen to learn WHY we do the game and how it is changing this year!
In this week's podcast Eric and Tim discuss the 5 topics covered in our Advanced Members Success Program and how each one ties into your BNI membership!
In this week's episode Tim discusses the importance culture plays in the long term success of any organization, but also in any BNI chapter. Tim shares some key insights he learned from a Robert Richman and his book The Culture Blue Print.
In this week's episode Eric and Tim discuss why it is so vital to stay focused on your networking activity during the summer months, despite all the destractions! It is your activity during these months that will create the results you see this fall. If you want consistant results throughout the year you need consistant activity.
In this week's episode Eric and Tim discuss the Yes/No bucket theory to sales and networking and how it effects your personal, and chapter results.
In this week's episode we discuss a couple of simple changes we are making to start changing the culture and mindset around your membership and your results. Small changes can add up to big results!
In this week's episode Eric and Tim discuss one of the most important statistics to LONG TERM Success in your chapter.....First Year Member Retention! We share some very humbling statistics and discuss why this is vital to everyone's success.
In this week's episode Eric and Tim discuss some of their big take aways from the 2014 BNI National Conference in Nashville TN!
In this week’s episode Tim discusses the #1 skill we all need in order to achieve success in BNI.
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In this week’s episode we discuss the importance of revisiting your goals both as a chapter and as an individual member. Are you on pace with the goals you set as a group? Are you receiving the referrals you wanted as a member? What are you going to do to get back on track?
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In this week’s podcast Tim and Eric discuss 3 Tips for maximizing your Sales Manager Minute time during Membership Extravaganza!
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In this week’s episode we quickly discuss the importance of using online networking tools such as Facebook in your chapter. We also discuss how to NOT use it!
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In this week’s episode we discuss why narrowing your focus could be the very thing that leads to more SUCCESS!
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In this week’s episode Eric discusses 5 common misconceptions about networking and word-of-mouth marketing.
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In this week’s episode Eric and Tim discuss the 4 referral opportunities most members miss every week!
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In this week’s episode we talk about 3 magical questions you can ask when networking, and doing 1-2-1 meetings that will dramatically change your results!
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In this week’s podcast Eric and Tim discuss why your first year in BNI will most likely be your worst year in BNI. We discuss 3 things EVERY member should focus on each year to help increase your chapter’s member retention, especially your first year members.
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In this week’s podcast Tim and Eric discuss the Top 5 Most Common Mistakes We Make In BNI!
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In this week’s show Eric and Tim discuss the Power of One and the impact of every member just sponsoring ONE New Member in 2014!
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In this week’s podcast Eric and Tim discuss why we even have CEU’s in BNI and all of the different training opportunities provided in our regions.
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In this week’s podcast Eric and Tim go over 10 New Year Resolutions for all BNI Members.
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In this week’s podcast we discuss how to start the New Year on the right track and get started on achieving your goals for 2014!
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In this week’s podcast we continue our Ask the Founder session with Dr. Ivan Misner!
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In this week’s podcast we begin our Ask the Founder segment with Dr. Ivan Misner! Dr. Misner will be answering questions sent in by our listeners.
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In this week’s podcast Eric discusses how sometimes we give people too much “stuff” and how it could be negatively effecting our referral results, as well as how to handle having too much “stuff” happening around you that may be distracting you from producing the referrals you want!
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In this podcast we discuss whether it is a good idea or not to use your Sales Manager Minutes to ask for donations, volunteers, or referrals for your charitable causes!
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Is your BNI Chapter a bunch of monkeys? In this podcast Tim explains how the “Monkey See Monkey Do” staying is represented in many BNI chapters, AND how that can be a good thing.
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In this podcast Eric discusses how we need to EARN the referrals we desire from BNI and gives us some key tips to do just that.
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In this week's episode Eric discusses 5 simple things that may have actually cost you referrals and money this week.
In this week's podcast Eric discuss the D in P.A.I.D - Details! Eric teaches us some different details to pay attention to to maximize our BNI results!
In this week's podcast Eric shares some tips to maximize the results you can see from your next Showcase Presentation.
In this podcast Tim shares 5 Tips to help you qualify for our FIRST EVER Membership Drive!
In this podcast Eric and Tim discuss following up on referrals, and the communication necessary between the person receiving the referral, the referral themselves, and the referral source.
In this podcast we discuss who you should be inviting to your chapter and the importance of growing your contact sphere. Think about this: if everyone in your chapter brought in the ONE profession they wanted more than any other the chapter would double!
In this podcast we discuss the difference between someone being a visitor to your chapter and someone being a guest. We also discuss which one your chapter should be tracking and why.
In this podcast Tim and Eric discuss the Power of One mindset and what it could mean to the results of your chapter.
In this podcast we compare a BNI Membership to purchasing a Lottery Ticket. Which one have you really done?
In this podcast we discuss one of the most important things you need to train your fellow members on. Imagine your fellow member sees a perfect referral opportunity for you.....now what? What do they SAY to actually turn it into a referral?
In this podcast we discuss the importance of being a Mentor, and the impact it can have on your personal membership and results!
In this podcast we discuss one of the biggest challenges for people to accept in Networking and BNI, and why Disney World is costing you referrals!
In this new series on Do Your Members Know we ask do your members know the number one misconception of your business?
In this podcast we interviewed Mike Dolpies of Cyberspace to Your Place who is a member in our New Hampshire region. Mike shares his insight about BNI as a two time member. You can find out more about Mike here: http://bit.ly/YQNhCa
In this podcast we share two interviews we conducted with our last two winners for our Membership Extravaganza. These two interviews share some great tips from fellow members on what their chapter did to qualify, how they invite visitors, and how their trip was!
In this podcast Eric and Tim discuss how to be more effective with your Sales Manager Minutes
In this podcast we discuss what is our purpose when networking, and how BNI provides us with some networking opportunities often missed.
In this podcast we discuss why mentoring your new members is vital to the success of every member in the chapter!
In this podcast we discuss the difference between a chapter running like a business, and a chapter running like a club. How are they different? Which is the right way for BNI? Why does one make money and the other doesn't?
In this important podcast we discuss the importance of being present. We discuss how too many members may be physically present at your meeting, but is their mind there? If we are not fully engaged during the meeting, a one to one, or trainings you will not receive or pass the referrals you want. This is also important in other aspects of our lives.
In this podcast Eric and I revisit some tips on how to successfully invite for your meeting, and the role visitors play in increasing your chapter's retention rate.
In this podcast we discuss how the energy of the group will effect the retention of the group.
In this podcast we discuss how to focus your inviting for retention, and how the growth of your chapter will increase your chapter's retention rate.
In this podcast we discuss the new update to BNI Connect that allows you to track all your results, and pass referrals online!
In this podcast we discuss how to be effective in networking with your family during the Holidays!
In this podcast we discuss the first ever Small Business Stimulus Week to take place the week of December 10th, and why it is a honor for our regions to be involved, AND what it means for you and your chapter.
In this podcast Eric and I discuss the importance of your meeting location, and how it plays a role in your results.
In this podcast we discuss the question: What was your intention when you joined BNI? How has that changed? What are you doing to achieve your initial intention?
In this podcast we discuss the importance of utilizing BNI Connect for both your chapter and your individual membership!
In this podcast Eric and Tim discuss how to use Facebook with your chapter. Facebook offers a great tool for our chapters, and members, but there are certain things we need to focus on.
In this podcast Tim and Eric discuss how it is all about implementation. We can take all the trainings in the world, we can listen to every podcast, but how do we implement that information to see results.
In this week's podcast we hear a very motivational story from Eric Dieckmann about how attitude is everything when it comes to success in BNI!
We welcome back Eric Dieckmann in this week's episode as we discuss the importance attendance plays in your chapter.
We are joined again by Eric Dieckmann, the Managing Director BNI Central and Northeast FL, and we ask Eric for his advice to make our Sales Manager Minutes more effective!
In this podcast we discuss why belonging to your BNI Chapter AND you local Chamber of Commerce is a GOOD thing!
In this podcast we are joined by Jason Turcotte from our Western Mass region and we are discussing some stories about an important lesson. Have you let your opinion on something cost you referrals? We will share some stories about how this happens, and how to avoid it!
In this podcast we discuss why we created the Regional BNI Game, and what the true purpose and focus should be!
In this podcast we answer another member request! Here is the question we answer:
One of the questions that has come up in our discussions is whether it is our job to show/prove to our chapter that we are excellent at what we do. Or is it assumed that everyone in the group is great at what they do, and that we all know it? I know it might sound elementary, but I have spent a fair amount of time in my presentations talking about the quality of my services, with the assumption that others need to be convinced. Perhaps this is a good new podcast topic?
In this podcast we discuss a difficult but important topic that holds chapters back from their true potential. Is it time your chapter weeds its garden?
Often we forget about the people that make up one of our largest networks....our family and friends. We have a different type of relationship with these people, and often it makes us forget about them when it comes to asking for referrals and finding referrals for our other members. In this podcast we talk about why this is a mistake and how to take the first step in becoming a gatekeeper for your family.
In this podcast we discuss what the meaning of the philosophy of BNI truly is. What does Givers Gain mean to you? I discuss what I believe the true meaning is.
In this podcast we discuss how to handle a competitor visiting your chapter. Should they do a Sales Manager Minute? We talk about how it could be a HUGE advantage to you!
BNI is focused on creating high quality referrals. However, Leads can happen, and often do happen in BNI and in this podcast we discuss why this happens and how to avoid it.
We discuss WHY we spent the entire 2011 year creating, tweaking, and studying our newest tool for your success, The Member Traffic Light Report.
In this podcast we discuss one of, if not the, most important parts to your BNI meeting that is often over looked. We will also discuss how you can grow your business by paying close attention to your actions during this part of the meeting.
You wouldn't think bad economic news is good for your business in any way, however we discuss why it could be great news for you and your chapter!
In this podcast we discuss the fourth principle to success in BNI. In BNI the details are everything! This is a joint podcast done with Eric Dieckmann, the Managing Director for BNI Central FL, and in we will discuss which details have a major affect your chapter's results.
In this podcast we discuss the fourth principle to success in BNI. In BNI the details are everything! This is a joint podcast done with Eric Dieckmann, the Managing Director for BNI Central FL, and in we will discuss which details have a major affect your chapter's results.
Individual Improvement is a key to success in every aspect of life and business. In networking it is the most often over looked principle. In this podcast we discuss why focusing on making yourself better is so important.
We continue our four part serious on the four key principles to success with A-Accountability. Are you action oriented or results oriented? We will discuss the difference!
This is the first of four podcast coming out that will focus on the 4 key principles to success in BNI. In this first podcast we discuss the importance of having Pride in your chapter and your personal membership. This is the most important principle!
A big mistake we tend to make in BNI is comparing our membership to others in our chapter. In this episode we discuss why this is a BIG mistake.
How much time do you need to invest in your BNI membership to get the results you desire? In this podcast we discuss this question and how investing 15 minutes a day may just change your business.
Don't fall into the trap of hybernating! In this podcast we talk about a common mistake people make during different times of the year when networking!
In this podcast we discuss the importance of having a plan in order to achieve the goals you have set. We will also discuss how tracking everything you are doing in BNI is essential to that plan.
Want to make more money from referrals in 2011? Then you need to focus on your skill sets. In this podcast we discuss this idea.
How do you look at your BNI Membership, work, life? Do you see obligations or opportunities? In this podcast we will discuss these questions and how your view on life and work is a choice. We will also discuss how this question can effect not only your experiences in BNI but also your results!
What is the #1 way to guarantee you will not receive referrals over the next couple of month? In this podcast we will answer this question and talk about how to avoid a very common mistake.
Are you stuck in the hampster wheel? Do you work harder and harder each year but always seem to be in the same place in business? Referrals can help you move that wheel forward each year, but in order to do so you need to be asking for the right type!
" There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from our failures." Colin Powell.
In this podcast we discuss what this quotes means in BNI.
What is the secret to success in BNI? It is the same as in life, business, and sports, and it is the topic of this week's podcast!
Is your chapter letting people take advantage of it and your membership? Everyday I see people, both inside and outside, taking advantage of BNI chapters and their members. In this podcast we will discuss what that means and how to make sure it doesn't happen to you!
In this podcast we talk about how to become more effective in networking your business outside of your BNI chapter. We discuss the first step which is truly living the Givers Gain philosophy and how it can help you WOW other business professionals, and get them to want to pass you referrals!
Are you fun to refer to? What are the characteristics that make someone fun, or un-fun, to refer to? In this podcast we discuss these traits and how they can affect not only the amount of referrals you are getting but also the quality of referrals you are getting.
In this podcast we will talk about the common mistakes people make during their showcase presentation. We will also talk about what is your focus and goal when doing your presentation.
Testimonials are a vital part of the BNI meeting and of Givers Gain. In this podcast we will discuss why they are so important, and how to make the testimonials you GIVE even more powerful and effective. This is important podcast for every BNI member, as we will all give testimonials throughout the year.
What do BNI and McDonalds have in common? In this podcast we will discuss what these two organizations have in common that has led to them both being the world leaders in their industries.
Being a mentor in your BNI chapter is the #1 way to live the Givers Gain philosophy. In this podcast we will talk about why you should want to be a mentor for your newest member!
In this podcast we talk about bringing value to your meeting even when you can't be there. Specifically we discuss the substitute program and why BNI has one. We will talk about what makes someone a valuable sub for you at your chapter, and why it is so important for you to put effort into finding the right sub for you. Remember, having a sub is not about you, it is about your other members!
How is being in BNI like being on a diet? In this week's podcast we discuss what these two have in common and why they are so important. Why do we go one diets? Why do so many not work? Why are we in BNI? Why does it work so well for some while others seem to struggle? These are all questions we answer in this podcast. Listen and learn how to make BNI work for you.
Most members know they need to do One to Ones, but in this podcast we will discuss why they are so vital to your success in BNI. We will talk about why most members are not doing as many as they should, as well as how to make them more productive and efficient.
The 4th of July is upon us, and it reminds us of the challenge of staying focused on our word of mouth marketing even when the holidays and summer are here. In this podcast we will talk about why it is so important for you to stay focused and continue to network with your chapter members, even when the distractions of the nice weather and holidays make it difficult!
What are you trying to accomplish with your weekly Sales Manager Minute? That is the topic of this week's podcast, including what is the goal of a sales manager minute and what you need to teach your members. We also discuss how preparing or not preparing your sales manager minutes directly affect the results your other members will see!
In this podcast we discuss the story of Three Feet From Gold from the book Three Feet From Gold that we recommended to you this month. We discuss the two important lessons from this story and how they tie directly to your BNI membership!
Welcome to the BNI podcast. In this episode we discuss what it means to run at 212 degrees.
In this podcast we discuss how to invite new visitors to your chapter more effectively, and enjoyably.