Not every conversation is worth having.Not every connection deserves access.And not every room is built for where you’re going next.In this episode of NYC Experience LIVE, the focus is on negotiating the right connections at any event, even before you ever shake a hand. This isn’t about working a room harder. It’s about reading the room smarter, knowing who to lean into, who to listen to, and who to walk away from without apology and being polite in the process.The wrong connections drain energy.The right ones accelerate decisions, clarity, and momentum.We also spotlight Jaclyn Strominger, the main sponsor for the Tampa NYC Mastermind Experience, and why alignment matters more than exposure when choosing who you build with. Sponsorship, like leadership, is about belief, vision, and long-term thinking.This conversation is for leaders who are done collecting contacts and ready to start cultivating alliances that actually move the needle.If you’ve ever left an event wondering why you were there, or met one person who changed everything then you’ll understand why Tampa, Feb. 27 – March 1, is a room you need to negotiate your way into.Sifu Rafael is a master instructor, entrepreneur, and founder of Speaking Prowess. Creator of Sifu’s Mind Body Method™, he brings over 50 years of experience helping people master communication, reclaim personal power, and lead with clarity. His work bridges mindset, movement, discipline, and voice to create real transformation from the inside out.Lancelot Theobald Jr. is an actor, producer, choreographer, tap dancer, author, talk show host, and motivator. A former pro athlete turned creative force, his career spans film, television, Broadway, national tours, and international coaching. His mission is rooted in discipline, legacy, and the relentless pursuit of becoming the next best version of yourself.Jose Escobar is an award-winning, nationally recognized personal development speaker, 19x published author, and 25-year sales professional. He leads elite entrepreneurial communities through multi-six-figure business models and has helped generate over $30 million in revenue. Jose empowers leaders worldwide to master personal and professional excellence.Watch on Facebook, LinkedIn, X, and YouTubeSubscribe and watch on YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@sifurafaeltv...](https://www.youtube.com/@sifurafaeltv...)#NYCExperienceLive #LeadershipConnections #RelationshipCapital #RightRoom #MastermindExperience #Tampa2026 #AlignedAlliances