Live from the BNI Global Convention in Sydney, Executive Director Ed Wilson reconnects with long-time friend and international BNI leader Antonio Afonso, who oversees BNI Centro (Portugal) and South Brazil. 

In this inspiring and practical conversation, Antonio shares how one referral changed his life, how BNI expanded his company across continents, and how ANY business owner can use BNI to scale from local to global.  

🔥 In this episode, you’ll learn:
✅ The 3 questions every business owner must answer for growth
✅ How to connect instead of invite (language matters!)
✅ Why BNI isn’t just a meeting—it’s an opportunity
✅ The difference between selling bread & butter vs. caviar
✅ How diamond chapters (100+ members!) are thriving in Brazil
✅ Why your weekly presentation is your chance to elevate 
✅ How to position yourself for higher-value referrals and clients 

💥 “If you only ask for bread, you’ll only get bread. BNI gives you access to caviar. Ask for it.” 

🎧 This is a must-listen for BNI members ready to level up—and for business owners worldwide who think they’ve already reached the top. 

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