In this episode, Andy and Curtis share ways to effectively plan for your chapter's Activate activities while also sharing a friendly plug for the upcoming BNI Stop Drop & Run 5K event in Morristown. Visit https://runsignup.com/Race/TN/Morristown/BNIsStopDropandRun5K for more details.

In Episode 35, Curtis and Andy talk about spin-off referrals and how to keep track of where your referrals come from. 

Using the metaphor of a "Pinewood Derby Convention" they drop tips on how to use "Thank you" as an excuse to make a phone call.

Music by Diamond Ortiz

In Episode 34, Curtis and Andy continue their conversation about the Referral Confidence Curve. 

Andy recalls a time when he wasn't receiving referrals as often as he had before. Curtis has developed trust in his chapter's caterer. Together, they share tips on how you can move up (or down) the Referral Confidence Curve.

Music by Diamond Ortiz

In episode 33, Curtis and Andy revive the podcast with stories from almost 30 years of combined BNI experience.

Curtis Johnston works for Gallaher and Associates, a fire safety and security company in Knoxville. Since joining BNI in 2006, he has filled just about all chapter roles, except secretary/treasurer, and currently serves BNI Knox members as an ambassador. His creative presentations and exceptional speaking skills landed him on our podcast as its host.

Andy Brasfield, aka "Dadofmykids", owns Big Tree Telecom where you can get a world-class phone system without all the hassle and expense. He joined BNI in 2007, served twice as president, then ambassador, director consultant, and is now Executive Director. He and his wife, Jill, are adoption advocates.

Time flies when you're having fun.

Music by Diamond Ortiz

In this episode, Susan Moser talks with Curtis Johnston on how BNI sets up new members for success with the mentor program. Susan goes in depth and explains mentors, 3 minute launch pads, and the passport to success and how each of them can help new members begin passing quality referrals quickly. 

Susan Moser, Area Director for BNI Knox and also of Gama Network Solutions joins the podcast to discuss her process for cultivating a great visitor experience through the visitor host team.

PALMS, Power Teams, 121s, MSP - What does all this mean? On today's podcast, Andy and Curtis will discuss the different acronyms and phrases used in BNI and what they all mean.