Building Influence through Making Powerful Introductions
featuring Tamara Burkett

If you’re not networking online, you’re being left behind. As social distancing is in full swing and there’s no end in sight. So, Zoom connections and virtual gathers are pretty much here to stay.  With everyone clamoring online, social media can feel overcrowded with people buying for attention. So how do you might genuine connections, and be different from the rest? How do you build authentic influence? The secret to building true influence is in how you connect people. In this episode you’ll learn:

- The difference between being a connector and master connector
- How powerful introductions give back 7-fold 
- What steps you can take today to receive a powerful introduction in less than 7 days

#1 Bestselling Business Author, Tamara Burkett, Answers: 

• What makes an introduction powerful? 
• What are the benefits of making introductions? 
• What’s the best way to keep all this information kept and easily accessible?
• How can listeners begin making powerful introductions?

Want more? Listen to Tamara’s previous episodes: 
 BB102, BB110, BB115, BB124, BB130, BB137, BB141

Tamara’s Special Invitation for You:
Click to learn what you Networking IQ is. Take the Networking IQ Test.
Click: https://thenetworkingiq.com

You can learn more in Tamara’s chapter in "Brilliant Breakthroughs for the Small Business Owner - Volume 3". Click here to get book on amazon: getbook.at/BrilliantBizBook3

#BrilliantBizBook #People #Productivity #RelationshipBuilding #CRM #Networking #SmallBusiness #Author

Pandemic Update of Small Business Performance
featuring Maggie Mongan

2020 has brought massive changes to the Small Business Sector. Maggie Mongan shares some of the stats of how many business have permanently closed due to the global pandemic. Additionally, she shares a key insight of how to secure your marketplace over the next 12 - 18 months. Plus she breaks down essential best practices to boost your business's performance and oversimplifies The 4 Performance Pillars for Small Business Success(TM). The time is now to turn your business around and give it the appropriate support it requires.

Join #1 Bestselling Business Author, Maggie Mongan, as we discuss:

• Stats of how many small businesses have recent closed for good.
• Whose job it is to support business (clue: not the government).
• What Small Business Thought Leaders and Influencers are saying to do right now.
• The value of focusing on being productive on the Right Things now.
• The power in reviewing your profitability weekly.
• How to generate more revenue and minimize costs.
• Assuring your business foundation is refreshed and complete again.
• How to simplify Performance Pillar 1: Profitability (reconfig your business)
• How to simplify Performance Pillar 2: People (relationship building, referring, and collaboration)
• How to simplify Performance Pillar 3: Productivity (make the shift and guard your time)
• How to simplify Performance Pillar 4: Peace (how to self-lead and self-manage to attain your levels of performance, satisfaction, relaxation, and peace)
• What happens when you allow Your Why to guide you.

Ready for more?
Brilliant Small Business Performance and Profitability:
"Brilliant Breakthroughs for the Small Business Owner - Volume 1". Click here to get book on amazon: getbook.at/BrilliantBizBook2017
Maggie's Performance Podcast Episodes: 1, 4, 5, 16, 17, 18, 19, 27, 36, 39, 52,148

Break out of Your Productivity Cage:
"Brilliant Breakthroughs for the Small Business Owner - Volume 2". Click here to get book on amazon: getbook.at/BrilliantBizBook2
Maggie's Productivity Podcast Episodes: 57, 65, 80, 88

Stellar Networking & Relationship-Building:
"Brilliant Breakthroughs for the Small Business Owner - Volume 3". Click here to get book on amazon: getbook.at/BrilliantBizBook3  
Maggie's Networking Podcast Episodes: 108, 117, 120, 131, 148

You can find all our podcasts episodes on our Mobile App: BrilliantBizBook

#BrilliantBizBook #SmallBusiness #Profitability #BusinessAuthor #Bestselling #BrilliantBusiness #SimplifySuccess 

The 2020 and Beyond Style of Networking
featuring Maggie Mongan
Hosted by Nancy Schwab

Are you looking for quick tips to learn how to brilliantly networking for business during a pandemic and beyond? Many people are creating excuses not to network. Besides the physical distancing, not much has changed. There have been a few approaches, which are even more important for effective and efficient networking now that we are now pandemic and beyond. 

Join #1 Bestselling Business Author Maggie Mongan as we discuss:

• Is what you wrote in Volume 3 about networking, which was written pre-pandemic, still relevant for networking success today?
• Do we still need to make new relationships?
• Is it still a myth that networking is a #s game?
• Still relational vs. transactional?
• Should we be as generous as we’ve always been?
• Is networking still all about building trust?
• Are we still to be interested instead of interesting?
• You chapter research revealed there are really 2 parts to building relationship – what’ the Step 1 and 2 of networking?
• Follow-ups are important, how do you keep track of all your relationships?
• Much of the stellar networking activities haven’t changed. What has?
• What’s the best way to network during and post-pandemic?
• How can networking help economies of scale and humanity?

Want more?
Of course you can learn more in Maggie’s chapter in "Brilliant Breakthroughs for the Small Business Owner - Volume 3". Click here to get book on amazon:
getbook.at/BrilliantBizBook3  

Listen to Maggie’s Previous Episodes:
1, 4, 5, 16, 17, 18, 19, 27, 36, 39, 52, 57, 65, 80, 88, 108, 117, 120, 131
(You can also listen to these on our mobile app: BrilliantBizBook)

#BrilliantBizBook #People #Networking #BusinessAuthor #Bestselling #BrilliantBusiness

Pandemic Productivity & Getting Back to Basics
featuring Dave Rebro

Going into 2020, many small business owners were optimistic for a productive and successful year. Then, suddenly, the pandemic changed everything. 

Listen in as Technology Therapist and Productivity Coach Dave Rebro goes back to tried and true productivity basics to help you prevent productivity decline during these challenging times. 

During this episode, #1 Bestselling Business Author, Dave Rebro answers:

• Is it possible to counter the pandemic productivity decline?
• What thing all champions are brilliant at?
• Why a big step back brings clarity and focus for productive work.
• Why ignoring this simple practice is a sure way to waste time.
• What is a tip to boost your productivity right now?
• Why this one strategy sets the tone for a successful day.
• How this one technique can help you develop laser-like focus during challenging times.
• What key ingredient determines whether you will reach your goal or not.

Want more?
Listen to Dave's previous episodes:
BB10, BB28, BB34, BB43, BB51

Dave Special Invitation for You:
Free - Mind Release Templates: drcs-solutions.com/summit2020

Free - Simple strategies that reduce overwhelm and develop consistent productive habits: http://brilliant.drcs-solutions.com/

Check out Dave’s Chapter “Why Small Business Owners Don’t Sleep at Night” in Volume 1  "Brilliant Breakthroughs for the Small Business Owner": getbook.at/BrilliantBizBook2017

 #BrilliantBizBook #SmallBusiness #PandemicProductivity #ProductivityBasics #ProductiveFlow #PlanYourWeek #ConsistentRoutine #LaserLikeFocus #MorningRoutine

The Power of Advocacy and a Story Well Told 
featuring Becky Norwood

“I believe every human being has treasured gifts the world is just waiting to experience.”

Storytelling has been the fiber of humanity since the beginning of time. It is the power of stories that impact the lives of either the listener or the reader. Stories can motivate change, inspire, heal hearts, and transform lives. Being able to skillfully share our stories, even weaving it into our marketing is what becomes the connective fiber of becoming an impactful influencer is a world that sorely needs leaders to stand up and share. 

Join #1 Bestselling Business Author Becky Norwood as we discuss:

• Why are you so passionate about sharing our stories?
• What impact can being able to share our own stories have on our own lives?
• Can you share stories of authors who have impacted lives by their stories?
• In what ways can it make a difference in the lives of others?
• What are the four pillars of a story well told?
• Explain why it is important to be an advocate for others.
• How does truth-teller carry the fiber of strength to the heart of the reader or listener?
• What role does being a unifier play in our ability to skillfully share our stories?
• Becoming a way-shower involves becoming what in our world?

Want more?
Becky's Special Invitation for You:
"The Four Pillars of a Story Well Told" guides you to the understanding of the impactful ways sharing our stories can make a powerful difference in the lives of others by bringing to light untapped wisdom, healing lives, and transforming hearts.

Download Your Free Guide: The Four Pillars of a Story Well Told: https://www.spotlightpublishing.pro/4-pillars

Of course you can learn more in Susan's chapter in "Brilliant Breakthroughs for the Small Business Owner - Volume 2". Click here to get book on amazon: getbook.at/BrilliantBizBook2

Listen to Becky's Previous Episodes: BB58, BB71, BB78, BB86, BB98

#BrilliantBizBook #People #Author #Storytelling #Bestseller #BeckyNorwood

Winning Strategies for Business Growth During Turbulent Times
featuring Mike Raber

As the ability to physically see or hold events for our clients and customers has become extremely difficult, the need for a greater sense of community continues to grow. It's very important to have a consistent relational system for staying in front of your ideal clients now more than ever. During these changing times, we need to become even more congruent in our actions. As we become more clear about both who we are and why we do what we do, our level of conviction will continue to grow, ultimately adding to the stability of our business. "If a person’s why is strong enough, they can overcome any how."

During this episode, 2x #1 Bestselling Business Author, Mike Raber answers:

• How are are Small Business Owners keeping their key relationships?
• What can consistency do for a small business right now?
• What is a tip to find your lane?
• Can some traditional practices like letter writing make a difference today?
• How powerful it is when someone creates a via business doing what they enjoy?

Want more?
Listen to Mike's previous episodes:
BB7, BB21, BB30, BB38, BB47, BB60, BB66, BB76, BB83, BB89, BB93

Mike's Special Invitation for You:
Develop a 90 Day Plan to move your business from the growth stage into that stability stage. Join Mike's 21 Day Challenge: https://bit.ly/2yxq6WE

You can learn more in Mike's chapter in "Brilliant Breakthroughs for the Small Business Owner - Volume 1". Click here to get Volume 1 on amazon: getbook.at/BrilliantBizBook2017
Also, Mike's chapter in Volume 2.,Click here to get book on amazon: getbook.at/BrilliantBizBook2

#BrilliantBizBook #SmallBusiness #FinancialLiberation #MicroBizCorp  #ConsistentCongruency #Author

Unleash Your Business Growth with a Mobile App
featuring Nancy Lucchesi Schwab

Her clients call her "The App Mama". Nancy’s work centers around working with entrepreneurs to bring their visions to life. As a mobile app strategist, Nancy helps her clients navigate the development process and then teaches them how to make money with it!

You need to be omnipresent in today's marketplace. A mobile app will help you achieve this - all while in the palm of your customers' hands.

During this episode, #1 Bestselling Business Author, Nancy Lucchesi Schwab answers:

• How has mobile changed in today's world?
• What is the development process for an app?
• Why understanding the purpose of your app and it's functionality is essential.
• How does someone start an app development process?
• What kind of price tags are attached to apps?
• How do you know if you have a golden idea for an app?
• How do you make an app stand out in your marketplace?

Want more?
Listen to Nancy's previous episodes:
BB9, BB25, BB29, BB42, BB50

Nancy's Special Invitation for You:
Sign up for a complimentary Discovery Session:
http://UnleashedMobileApps.com

You can learn more in Nancy's chapter in "Brilliant Breakthroughs for the Small Business Owner - Volume 1". Click here to get book on amazon: getbook.at/BrilliantBizBook2017

#BrilliantBizBook #SmallBusiness #Marketing #MobileApp #BusinessGrowth #Author

The Future of Business
featuring Kerrie Hoffman

We are being catapulted out of the Industrial Age and into The Next Age™ by an exponential growth in technology. This is dramatically changing the way we operate our business and adopt technology. The Digital Flow Framework™ was developed to explain the difference between Traditional Business in the Industrial Age and Digital Business in The Next Age™. 

The Digital Flow Framework™ also gives us a glimpse of the Future of Business. Exponential Technology also drives the Future of Business. These are exponential technologies like Quantum Computing, Synthetic Biology, and Fully Cognitive AI being developed by scientists and engineers. Bottom line, the future of business is exponentially faster than Digital Business.  So grab your seatbelts and hang-on…

 Kerrie Hoffman, #1 Bestselling Business Author, Answers:

1. What has catapulted us into The Next Age™?
2. How has the global pandemic impacted The Next Age™?
3. What is the Digital Flow Framework™?
4. Why is the Future of Business metaphorically up in the Solar Winds?
5. What are 3 important exponential technologies driving the future of business?
6. What can business owners do today to prepare for the future of business?

Want more? Listen to Kerrie’s previous episodes: 
BB105, BB112, BB118, BBB127, BBB132, BBB138

Kerrie’s Special Invitation for You:
See how your business can ride the Jet Stream of Digital Business in a short video series and receive a resource guide on the 5 aspects of a Digitally Expanded Mindset™
Go to: https://kerriehoffman.com/brilliant

Of course, you can learn more in Kerrie’s chapter in "Brilliant Breakthroughs for the Small Business Owner - Volume 3". Click here to get book on amazon: getbook.at/BrilliantBizBook3 

Some Fun Sources

• Futurist Peter Schwartz: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_Schwartz_(futurist).  Check out the Writings section.
• What is Quantum Computing: https://www.investopedia.com/terms/q/quantum-computing.asp
• A bunch of relevant research from Singularity University https://su.org/:
• AI that writes like a human: https://bit.ly/FP_2CU9LwT
• First large scale Quantum computer: https://singularityhub.com/2020/06/22/a-new-startup-intends-to-build-the-worlds-first-large-scale-quantum-computer/
• Computer Power Keeps Growing: https://bit.ly/FP_2CMNmkY
• Giving Moore’s Law a Boost: https://bit.ly/FP_2Beag4B 
• Artificial Kidneys: https://bit.ly/FP_3ieVMSw
• Synthetic Biology (old article, but good explanation – click on the fifth dot in the right hand margin) http://bit.ly/2yuQFpU  
• Life Extension (The Guardian): http://bit.ly/1R2iMT0 

#BrilliantBizBook #TheNextAge #Digital #Transformation #DigitalFlowFramework #Future #Technology #Frictionless 

Why Your Headshot May Be a Turn-off and How to Turn it On!
featuring Stacy Kaat

As we move through uncertain times, swiftly building strong relationships has become more critical. One of the quickest ways to start building relationships is with a good headshot. With society shifting to more virtual activity, our first impressions are essential to advancing our businesses and careers.

#1 Bestselling Business Author Stacy Kaat, who is a Headshot Photographer and Personal Branding Expert, reveals how our first online impression could make or break a relationship. Stacy also shares what Personal Branding really is and how to utilize it effectively.

#1 Bestselling Business Author, Stacy Kaat, Answers: 

• Why is it important to have our headshots turn on people?
• How defining Stacy's style of headshots led her to Personal Branding?
• How did focusing on Personal Braining created a new business strategy?
• What happened to Stacy's business after she gained traction with Personal Branding?
• Identifies: who should be building their Personal Brand?
• What does everyone need to know about their Personal Branding?

Want more? Listen to Stacy's previous episodes: 
BB6, BB24, BB32, BB44, BB48

Stacy's Special Invitation for You:

Sign up for a free online mini-Personal Branding Course :
https://bit.ly/StacysFREEcourse

Time Sensitive Opportunity: Free Personal Branding Webinar:
https://bit.ly/StacysLIVEwebinar

You can learn more in Stacy's chapter in "Brilliant Breakthroughs for the Small Business Owner - Volume 1". Click here to get book on amazon: getbook.at/BrilliantBizBook2017

#BrilliantBizBook #People #RelationshipBuilding #Branding #Marketing #SmallBusiness #Author

How to Overcome Zoom Burnout
featuring Tamara Burkett

“The most basic and powerful way to connect to another person is to listen. Just listen. Perhaps the most important thing we ever give each other is out attention… A loving silence often has far more power to heal and to connect than the most well-intentioned words.” - Rachel Naomi Remen

Welcome to the “Zoom economy.” Where video conferencing is the new way of life. Video conferencing for business, networking, and happy hour is the new normal. Even weddings and award shows have gone virtual. Video conferencing seems like a simple cost-effective way to maintain a sense of normalcy during these times. But many of us are experiencing Zoom fatigue. In this podcast we discuss the causes of Zoom burnout, how to avoid it and ways and alternative ways to leverage the platform. 

The major disruption of today’s environment has transformed the way we do business and interact with others. No one can dispute the impact COVID 19 is having on our daily and the possibility we may never return to “normal” that we once knew. 

Main talking points:

• Why video conferencing drains your energy more than in person meetings. 
• Guarding your energy & time is more essential than ever.
• There’s more to Zoom than meets the eye!

#1 Bestselling Business Author, Tamara Burkett, Answers: 

• Why do we experience Zoom fatigue?
• How can we avoid or reduce Zoom fatigue?
• How can we leverage Zoom beyond meetings?

Want more? Listen to Tamara’s previous episodes: 
BB102, BB110, BB115, BB124, BB130, BB137

Tamara’s Special Invitation for You:

Sign up for a free video training series to discover how a CRM will best support your business at: https://www.TamaraBurkett.com/Brilliant/

You can learn more in Tamara’s chapter in "Brilliant Breakthroughs for the Small Business Owner - Volume 3". Click here to get book on amazon: getbook.at/BrilliantBizBook3 

#BrilliantBizBook #People #Productivity #RelationshipBuilding #CRM #Technology #SmallBusiness #Author