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Dr. Ivan Misner is the Founder & Chief Visionary Officer of BNI® Copyright © 2007 – 2020 by Ivan Misner. All Rights Reserved
BNI Podcast #978
Building Trust or Introducing Doubt
People don't refer you because they know what you do.
They refer you because they trust you.
My friend and coauthor Phil Berg discusses how successful networking starts with clear goals, realistic expectations, and helping others understand exactly how to talk about you. When people feel confident introducing you, referrals happen naturally.
The question is: Are you making it easy for people to trust you? https://tinyurl.com/3rf9myzw
09/16/2026
Throughout our lives, we encounter people who leave a lasting impact on our journey. Some relationships endure for a lifetime while others are transient, serving a purpose during a phase of our life. I share more on my website. https://tinyurl.com/4993bj6u
09/15/2026
New Entrepreneur Networking Tips
One of the biggest roadblocks to networking is the fear that being a new entrepreneur somehow impedes your success. You cannot let fear hold you back from making meaningful connections. Filling your pipeline is key, and networking is the most cost-effective way to do it. https://tinyurl.com/47bbnfuj
09/15/2026
Stories are Powerful
Stories can be incredibly powerful in business AND in business networking.
Get my six ingredients for telling great stories at your networking meetings to help you be Remembered, Recalled, and Referred. https://tinyurl.com/2j5ectck
What is “7” in the 24/7/30 Follow Up System?
It is the second step to take after meeting a new contact.
You connect with them on THEIR preferred social media platform 7 days after meeting them. Watch to learn more in this third of my 4-part video series.
https://tinyurl.com/5upefenk
09/14/2026
I was at a BNI mixer in Tampa, Florida, where we did an Ask the Founder session.
Thank you, Spencer Reynolds - Executive Director, BNI Tampa Bay
09/14/2026
Most Businesses Do Not Have a Strategy to Cultivate Referrals
98% of businesses rely on referrals to gain new clients and customers.
Yet only 3% of businesses have a strategy to cultivate referrals.
Learn more on my website IvanMisner.com and at BNI.com
09/13/2026
I believe that anyone can do extraordinary things with the right mindset, a plan, and effort.
I believe that our vision controls our perception, and our perception becomes our reality.
What are your thoughts?
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09/13/2026
I would like to hear from you.
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BNI 2026 Global Convention
There will be great speakers and trainers. And terrific vendors and sponsors.
Of course there is networking – meeting new people, making global connections.
Do I meet members and Directors during the event? YES
Do I take photos? YES
Do I sign books? YES
Bring your books (or buy one there) and I will be happy to sign them in Monaco, October 28-30. https://tinyurl.com/55j9w3rf
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