The Official BNI Podcast

The Official BNI Podcast


Latest Episodes

Episode 941: My Personal Story
December 17, 2025

All BNI members speak the language of Givers Gain. Attending BNI's national and global events opens up a world of referrals.

Episode 940: Holiday Party Networking
December 10, 2025

Everybody goes to parties during the holiday season. To make the most of holiday party networking, here are a few things to keep in mind.

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

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
November 26, 2025

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
November 19, 2025

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
November 12, 2025

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)
November 05, 2025

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
October 29, 2025

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
October 22, 2025

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?”
October 15, 2025

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