Ivan Misner

Surround Yourself with the Right People It is a good idea to surround yourself with highly motivated, passionate people who want to help you succeed. Building mutually beneficial business relationships is key to networking success. #Ivanism

If you attend networking events, at some point you will be required to introduce yourself and your business. If that thought makes your palms sweat, see my blog and learn the best strategy to prepare your introduction. tinyurl.com/jbbd92mb

THROWBACK THURSDAY March 2022 Four years ago, Bob visited Park City, Utah, with Jody and I. He wanted to go skiing but I couldn’t find skis small enough to fit him. 😊 #ThrowbackThursday #Bob

If business networking were easy, everyone would do it and they would do it well. On my website, I offer a challenge to help you think about all the articles, videos, & podcasts you have seen, but not yet taken action on what you learned. tinyurl.com/5etnza2x

A positive attitude is one of the top two characteristics of great networkers. It builds trust faster than credentials. Attitude is a choice, not a personality trait. A positive attitude isn't optimism. It is ownership of how you show up in the world. tinyurl.com/5t3czb5f

Networking Tip: Ask the Right Questions When you ask questions about the other person that show a genuine interest in their business, you build rapport and cultivate trust. Visit my blog to get FIVE questions to use when networking. tinyurl.com/34n3zu25

People, like water, tend to seek the path of least resistance. However, the problem with the path of least resistance is that it may not be the BEST choice. tinyurl.com/3r3be8hd #Ivanism #Resistance.

There is a Difference Between Management and Leadership Leadership is MORE than management. Leadership is not about managing and complying. It is about motivating and inspiring people. tinyurl.com/mts9y88a

Great networking isn’t about collecting contacts; it’s about creating safety. As Barnet Bain says, referrals don’t come from performance or charisma. They come from trust, built through steady presence, real listening & giving without keeping score. tinyurl.com/6btme3y8

My LIVE Founder’s Education Event I am doing a monthly presentation to help BNI members grow their business through networking. Register now for April 7th: “Misner’s Law of Networking.” BNI members & Directors can see previous recordings on BNI Academy. tinyurl.com/2kcaexj2

Tending the Bees My beehive needed a little work today. It is coming along great. 🙂

BNI Members continue to show what is possible through intentional, relationship-driven networking. In February 2026, Members passed more than 1.3 million referrals, resulting in over $1.9 billion USD in revenue. These results highlight the power of Givers Gain®.

One of the first things to do for networking success is to become more visible. Volunteering is a way to contribute to the community while expanding your network & gaining visibility within your professional sphere. What are your volunteer experiences? tinyurl.com/yz6yz5xn

I have spent years helping people build successful networks through referrals. However, I have come to realize that my true legacy is in the impact that I have made on others. We should focus on the present & what we can do to make a positive impact on others right now.

I will be at the 2026 BNI UK National Conference. I am excited to announce that I will be attending the UK National Conference in Nottingham, June 5-6. I hope to see you there for business networking, speakers, photos, and more. cvent.me/YMbZvb?RefId=H…

Avoid Assumptions When networking, a costly mistake is assuming that people know everything about your business. For more referral opportunities, educate your networking partners about what you offer, who you serve, and why you are the best choice. tinyurl.com/5efnc4en

My Interview on the “Travis Makes Money” Podcast I joined host Travis Chappell to talk about meaningful networking and how to do it effectively through a focus on building relationships. I invite you to listen to the full episode. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/int…

THIS is important for businesses & organizations to be successful. Feature creep results in the curse of complexity: what starts as improvement turns into friction, and what starts as innovation turns into inertia. Listen to learn more. tinyurl.com/ysj748u9

Failure is NOT a dead end. It’s merely a detour that will help equip you with the tools and resources you need to reach your destination. It may feel like a delay, but really it’s a necessary pitstop that will empower you to get much better results in the future!

Maintain Eye Contact One way to be a better networker is to give your undivided attention. Maintaining eye contact while in a conversation is imperative for people to know that they are important because they are getting your undivided attention. tinyurl.com/3vpuvrx2