

The Official BNI Podcast
Dr. Ivan Misner
Referral marketing tips from Dr. Ivan Misner, Founder and Chief Visionary Officer of BNI
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Apr 10, 2024 • 12min
Episode 855: Referrals Through Customer Appreciation
Michael Ann Dillinger explains how to use your customer appreciation program to refer your customers to members of your BNI chapter.

Apr 3, 2024 • 13min
Episode 854: The World’s Best-Known Marketing Secret
The World’s Best Known Marketing Secret was first published in 1994. Ivan Misner and Mike Macedonio tell us why the book is still relevant.

Mar 27, 2024 • 12min
Episode 853: Six Degrees of Separation
Together, they discuss ways BNI members can become super-connectors and ways that BNI can recognize members for those efforts.

Mar 20, 2024 • 9min
Episode 852: “Take Off Your Bib” (Classic)
Networking will never work if you’re here for yourself. You need to take off your bib, put on your apron, and learn to serve other people.

Mar 13, 2024 • 13min
Episode 851: The Benefits and Drawbacks to Co-Creation
This week, Dr. Misner shares the top 7 benefits and top 7 drawbacks and potential pitfalls of co-creation.

Mar 6, 2024 • 13min
Episode 850: How Great Leaders Communicate Their Vision
Learn how you can become a great leader by holding the vision of your objective and coaching your team to success.

Feb 28, 2024 • 0sec
Episode 849: The Intangibles of BNI
People join BNI for its tangible benefits. Dr. Ben Reebs shares 4 valuable intangible benefits of being a BNI member.

Feb 21, 2024 • 13min
Episode 848: Want Referrals? Don’t Bore Me to Tears (Classic)
To give your networking contacts the tools to find you referrals, tell the story from the client's point of view. Facts tell; stories sell.

Feb 14, 2024 • 13min
Episode 847: The Four Knows to Success
Before you begin collaborating with outside companies and individuals, you need a solid understanding of the Four Knows of your own operation.

Feb 7, 2024 • 13min
Episode 846: Cracking the WHY Code
Gary Sanchez, an expert in personal motivation and purpose, dives into the power of discovering your 'why.' He emphasizes how articulating your motivations can set you apart in networking. The discussion reveals the 'Nine Whys' framework, showcasing how understanding your core purpose enhances communication. Sanchez introduces the 'Why Operating System' to foster authentic connections in networking. He also shares practical tools to refine personal messaging, leading to deeper relationships and more effective referrals.


