Ivan Misner

Get Feedback on Your Body Language The next time you go to a networking event, take a trusted friend with you. Have them observe your body language and then give you honest feedback to help uncover the hidden messages you may be sending. tinyurl.com/v8db836a

Most professionals can talk about what they do, yet very few know how to teach others to open doors for them. See my blog to learn why it is not about what YOU want to say. It is about what OTHERS need to hear to confidently refer you to people they know. tinyurl.com/3extt3d4

2026 BNI US & Canada National Conference I would love to see you in Orlando, Florida, April 29 – May 1 for this year’s Conference. It is only 30 days away! Do you have your tickets? Registration info: cvent.me/0kbQzm?RefId=i… (Flashback photos from 2022 & 2024)

People Notice Attitude The first thing people notice is your attitude. A positive attitude makes people want to associate and cooperate with you, and it’s one of the top characteristics of a good business networker. youtube.com/watch?v=34-ya-…

When a visitor arrives at your weekly business networking meeting, the first words they should hear are, "Welcome to our meeting. We are glad you’re here." When ALL members of the group have a welcoming attitude, visitors feel truly welcome, and they will want to return.

Unlock the potential of networking for your business! IvanMisner.com BNI.com #networking #business #communicate

Keep the “FUN” in the Fundamentals Some people think that fun and business are two completely unrelated things. I disagree. I have learned that having fun is something that businesses AND networking groups need to do for lasting success. tinyurl.com/uuzyf3nk

Only 7 Months Until the 2026 BNI Global Convention Join me in Monaco October 28-30 for this year’s special event. We connect with people from all over the world, we learn, and we have fun. Were you there in 2022 when we had a selfie together? tinyurl.com/55j9w3rf

Become an Expert on Solutions People who focus on problems become an expert on problems. Think about this: When you focus on SOLUTIONS, you become an expert on solutions. tinyurl.com/czcu974p #Solutions #IvanMisner

Thank You for Your Book Reviews If you have read the paperback or digital version of my book, “Networking Is a Marathon, Not a Sprint,” I would appreciate it if you would leave a positive review on Amazon. This helps me a lot with book promotion. tinyurl.com/NetworkingisaM…

BNI Podcast #953 Growth in Difficult Times Listen to this episode to get my tips about business growth during difficult times. 1. Believe that your network can help you. 2. Be passionate about what you do. 3. Leadership is about mobilizing and inspiring. tinyurl.com/3us7nf92

You can get more information on my website. ivanmisner.com/the-importance… BNI.com #Ivanism

Expect the Best to Eliminate Thoughts of Failure Instead of expecting failure, start expecting success. Instead of expecting things to go wrong, expect things to go right. Instead of expecting roadblocks, think about a breakthrough. tinyurl.com/bdrpp883

Networking Tip Don’t try to close a deal at a business networking event; it is not the right setting. Networking meetings are for building relationships with other professionals. Those relationships represent the BEGINNING of a sales process, not the end. tinyurl.com/2wb77mn4

The best way? The one you consistently apply. On my blog learn why the best way to follow-up is the one you are most comfortable with and will use regularly. Get my easy-to-use templates on my website. ivanmisner.com/what-is-the-be… #followup #ivanmisner

I didn’t start as a networking expert—I method acted my way into it. Trial and error became habits… then culture… then a global organization. Skills build a career. Relationships build a life. Trust changes everything. tinyurl.com/xkey56s3

From my Friend, Bob Burg: Want to be a great conversationalist? Then let the other person talk, while you genuinely listen. Remember, nobody ever hangs up the phone on you...while THEY are talking. 😀 Same in person. Same on Zoom. So let them talk...about themselves.

Three More Weeks to Register! Join me, my wife Jody, and many more at the 2026 BNI US & Canada National Conference in Orlando, April 29 – May 1. Be sure to stop and say hello and get a photo, too. Registration ends April 13th. tinyurl.com/yjvpk986

The Best Way is THEIR Way The best way to stay connected with the people in your network is the way THEIR way. To build a powerful professional network, it is important to connect and engage with them using the communication platforms that they prefer to use.

Walking the Labyrinth Yesterday, I took a walk on my labyrinth that is in the field next to my house. It is a peaceful, meditative place for walking, and I invite you to enjoy it with me.