

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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Jan 21, 2026 • 17min
Episode 944: Don’t Let Your Group Deflate While You Wait (Classic)
Don't let your group deflate while you wait to go back to meeting in person. Stop making excuses and start getting results.

Jan 14, 2026 • 13min
Episode 943: What to Say to Boring People
It's not the person you're talking to who's boring. You can't have an interesting conversation with anyone without being interested.

Jan 7, 2026 • 14min
Episode 942: Engaging Long-Time Members
Tim Roberts and Ivan Misner explain why mentoring new BNI members is the best way for long-time members to stay engaged.

Dec 17, 2025 • 13min
Episode 941: My Personal Story
All BNI members speak the language of Givers Gain®. Attending BNI's national and global events opens up a world of referrals.

Dec 10, 2025 • 12min
Episode 940: Holiday Party Networking
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.

Dec 3, 2025 • 14min
Episode 939: When Is Two Not Better Than One? (Classic)
The divided loyalties of members who belong to more than one BNI group create serious trust issues in both chapters.

Nov 26, 2025 • 14min
Episode 938: Legal Spheres in BNI
Seventeen attorneys in one BNI Chapter? Barry Stein joins the podcast to explain how narrow specialization brings more business to everyone.

Nov 19, 2025 • 13min
Episode 937: Try Smart Talk, Not Small Talk
Effective business networking is about smart talk, not small talk. The right message in the right setting creates instant credibility.

Nov 12, 2025 • 14min
Episode 936: Why New Members Struggle
When new members get referrals right away, they become more committed to the chapter, believe in the process, and invest more in others.

Nov 5, 2025 • 12min
Episode 935: Choose the Lens You Want to See the World Through (Classic Podcast)
Explore how the lens we choose shapes our perception of the world. Discover the impact of word choice on our experiences, like framing one's life as 'full' instead of 'busy.' Learn the importance of distancing from negative influences and managing media consumption to maintain positivity. Hear personal stories of reframing challenges, including illness and grief, and how to focus on growth rather than fear. Join the conversation about surrounding yourself with uplifting people and the transformative power of perspective.


