The Official BNI Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Episode 939: When Is Two Not Better Than One? (Classic) Dec 03, 2025

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The divided loyalties of members who belong to more than one BNI group create serious trust issues in both chapters.

Episode 938: Legal Spheres in BNI Nov 26, 2025

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Seventeen attorneys in one BNI Chapter? Barry Stein joins the podcast to explain how narrow specialization brings more business to everyone.

Episode 937: Try Smart Talk, Not Small Talk Nov 19, 2025

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Effective business networking is about smart talk, not small talk. The right message in the right setting creates instant credibility.

Episode 936: Why New Members Struggle Nov 12, 2025

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When new members get referrals right away, they become more committed to the chapter, believe in the process, and invest more in others.

Episode 935: Choose the Lens You Want to See the World Through (Classic Podcast) Nov 05, 2025

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You can choose to see the world through a lens that lets you deal most effectively with the hand you've been dealt.

Episode 934: Comparing Our Inside to Other People’s Outside Oct 29, 2025

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Comparison is the thief of joy, so follow Ivan Misner's tips for surviving in the age of social media highlight reels.

Episode 933: Effort Drives Outcomes Oct 22, 2025

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The harder you work, the luckier you get. Luck opens doors, but hard work walks you through them. You won't succeed without it.

Episode 932: “Hey, could you introduce me to So-and-So?” Oct 15, 2025

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Making a bad introduction reduces your future opportunities. Be honest, be respectful, and preserve relationships for the future.

Episode 931: Navigating Through Fear Oct 08, 2025

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Listen to fear---but don't let it drive. Listening to the message fear is giving us helps us find action steps to alleviate it.

Episode 930: Why Even Have Substitutes? Oct 01, 2025

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The substitute program is not about your convenience. It's about bringing value to your BNI meeting when you're not there.