Frank Agin

This Is How Socioeconomic Status Impacts  Networking (EPS 222).  Frank Agin reflects on an article in the Harvard Business Review (tinyurl.com/y6w3gjjy) on how socioeconomic status impacts the way people network. networkingrx.libsyn.com/socioeconomic-… For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at frankagin@amspirit.com.

If You Want Great Relationships, Give A Damn (EPS 910)  Author and leadership advisor Justin Ricklefs discuss his new book Give a Damn. We explore why curiosity, compassion, clarity, and consistency are the real catalysts for building cultures that care—and why growth follows when leaders truly give a damn. Learn more about and from him at linkedin.com/in/justinrickl… networkingrx.libsyn.com/if-you-want-gr… For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at frankagin@amspirit.com.

This One Thing Will Improve Your Networking, I Swear (EPS 909)  Research shows that light swearing can increase perceived intensity and persuasion—without hurting credibility. In this episode, Frank explores when emotion strengthens your message and how to use passion wisely in networking. networkingrx.libsyn.com/this-one-thing… For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at frankagin@amspirit.com.

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Cake and referrals! Two surefire ways to bring a smile to your face, right? At AmSpirit Business Connections, we’re not big on cake on a regular basis. But we love helping members do the things that ensure they consistently get sweet, beautiful referrals. Thinking about that surely makes you smile. If you’re interested in learning more about AmSpirit Business Connections and how we work with our members to unravel their personal referral mystery, check out the links in the comments below or reach out to me. #AmSpirit2004

Good Things In Bad Even in bad experiences, look for something positive. As Terry Bean teaches through golf, every shot has at least one redeeming element. Focus on that. Negative energy only drags you down—finding the good helps you move forward and take a better next shot. To read the full essay (and dozens of others) get this copy of the 101 Essays to Empower You book series. You'll find the link in the comments. Or search for the audio version on the Networking Rx podcast.

This Is How Gratitude Serves To Build Relationships (EPS 167).  Frank Agin has a conversation with Mary Ceccanese of Dynamic Connections about gratitude and the evidence supporting its many benefits, including building relationships and supporting a network. To reach Mary, contact her at mary.ceccanese@gmail.com. networkingrx.libsyn.com/mary-ceccanese… For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at frankagin@amspirit.com.

Networking Rx: The Bridge to Kindness: Turning Service Into Meaningful Connection (EPS 908)  Networking isn’t just about business — it’s about building bridges. On this episode of Networking Rx, motivational speaker Ron Smith shares how community involvement, kindness, and collaboration strengthen relationships and create real impact. Learn more at neighborhoodbridges.org networkingrx.libsyn.com/the-bridge-to-… For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at frankagin@amspirit.com.

The Assumptions That Starve Our Network (EPS 907)  We don’t fail to refer because we’re selfish. We fail because we assume. Frank Agin unpacks how hesitation quietly kills opportunity—and how one simple offer can open doors you didn’t even realize were there. networkingrx.libsyn.com/the-assumption… For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at frankagin@amspirit.com.

If you have an interest in learning more, check out this short informational video (amspirit.com/presentation.p…) and/or review our list of frequently asked questions (amspirit.com/faq.php)

Would more referrals help you crack the case on greater success in business? At AmSpirit Business Connections, that’s exactly what we help our members do—solve the mystery of generating more and better referrals. Here’s how: 1—We help you build strong, genuine relationships within a trusted network. 2—We show you how to educate that network to recognize real referral opportunities for you. 3—We equip your fellow members with simple, clear language so they can confidently talk about you to others. That’s not theory—it’s a process. A proven, repeatable process. If you’re ready to stop searching and start finding referrals, learn more about AmSpirit Business Connections. Check out the links in the comments below or reach out to me. #AmSpirit2004

The Power of Who You Know Knows (EPS 165).  Frank Agin has a conversation with author David Burkus about his book Friend of a Friend, the power of our connections, and the science of networking.  networkingrx.libsyn.com/david-burkus-f… For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at frankagin@amspirit.com.

Build A Better World The world isn’t perfect—some things are broken or missing. Instead of complaining, take action. Create what you wish existed and serve unmet needs. Even small steps matter. If you want a better community, build it—one intentional effort at a time. To read the full essay (and dozens of others) get this copy of the 101 Essays to Empower You book series. You'll find the link in the comments. Or search for the audio version on the Networking Rx podcast.

Your Network Is The Best Business Insurance (EPS 906)  Your network isn’t just for growth — sometimes it’s survival. Lori Asbury, CEO of CMO Co., shares how during the early days of COVID one relationship opened the door to introductions that produced hundreds of thousands in revenue when her agency needed it most. To contact her, email [lori@cmoco.com](mailto:lori@cmoco.com) or visit [cmoco.com](cmoco.com). networkingrx.libsyn.com/your-network-i… For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at frankagin@amspirit.com.

Network Your Way To Achieve Big, Hairy, Audacious Goals (EPS 905)  Big, hairy, audacious goals aren’t climbed solo. The right relationships become your ladder. Lean into your network to rise higher, faster, and farther than you thought possible. networkingrx.libsyn.com/network-your-w… For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at frankagin@amspirit.com.

If you have an interest in learning more, check out this short informational video (amspirit.com/presentation.p…) and/or review our list of frequently asked questions (amspirit.com/faq.php)

Come Play In The Big Leagues! Go to most any public park or basketball court, and you can show up and play a little basketball — for free. But if you want organized competition—refs, schedules, uniforms, and games with meaning—there’s a cost to make that happen. Think of AmSpirit Business Connections as that well-run league for generating referrals. Sure, you can show up just about anywhere and hope someone gives you a referral. Or you can try to piece together a makeshift group. But AmSpirit Business Connections isn’t casual, pick-up networking. It’s a structured, referral-driven program led by professionals in the field and supported by a national office that provides training, systems, and infrastructure. That investment ensures consistency, accountability, and a framework that helps members turn relationships into real business. So, if you want results when it comes to referrals, you have to decide—are you just shooting around, or are you ready to come play in the big leagues, where the results count? If you’re interested in learning more about AmSpirit Business Connections, check out the links in the comments below, or reach out to me. #AmSpirit2004

These Are The Four Steps To A Good Apology (EPS 348)  Frank Agin shares insights from Psychology Today, drawing on an article by Molly Howes, PhD, that explains what makes an apology truly effective. Rather than focusing on quick words or surface-level remorse, the piece explores accountability, empathy, and why getting an apology right is essential to repairing trust and strengthening relationships. networkingrx.libsyn.com/four-steps-to-… For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at frankagin@amspirit.com.