Dr. Ivan Misner is a New York Times bestselling author and co-author of the bestselling book, Networking Like a Pro (Entrepreneur Press 2017). He is also the founder and chief visionary officer of BNI, the world's largest referral marketing and networking organization.
More From Ivan Misner
Thought Leaders
I Refuse to Participate in the Recession!
Mindset has a lot to do with how one navigates a tough economy successfully.
Entrepreneurs
You Are Not the Dumbest Thing You’ve Done in Life
Even if you nearly set a morning-show host on fire, you can still bounce back.
Business Funding
How to Network in the New Normal
You can continue to grow your social circle despite the current climate.
Business Funding
Focus on Networking With People Who Are Engines, Not Anchors
Look for solutions-focused people when you are networking.
Thought Leaders
Why Someone Else’s Poor Planning Isn’t Your Emergency
The most important lesson in business can be learning to say "no."
Thought Leaders
How the ‘Gratitude Effect’ Can Reshape Your Life and Its Direction
Expressing gratitude completes the feeling of connection with others.
Building a Business
How My $5,000 Student Loan Became a Multi-Million Dollar Business
Sometimes, the wisest investment is one in yourself.
Business Funding
This One Personality Trait Sets Apart the Good Networkers From the Bad
If you possess this characteristic, you will have less problems broadening your social circle.
Thought Leaders
The Importance of Getting Along With Others
Not much has changed from childhood playgrounds to the professional workplace.
Marketing
Hold That Door! 7 Rules for an Elevator Pitch.
Make the most of precious moments with a captive audience.
Thought Leaders
7 Ways to Say ‘No’ Without Sounding Like a Jerk
It is important to recognize when someone else's opportunity will become your distraction.
Business Funding
Why Collecting Business Cards is Not Networking
Don't be afraid to really put yourself out there.
Business Funding
Use This Networking Strategy And You Could End Up Meeting the Next Bill Gates
Why you should always get to know the wallflowers.
Thought Leaders
Manage the Status Quo or Lead the Disruption
To ignore or fear change is folly for your business.
Building a Business
What It Takes to Grow a Little Company Founded on a Big Vision
With big aspirations comes a responsibility to constantly innovate and take on a wide range of roles.
Entrepreneurs
The One Rule to Achieving Work-Life Balance
To find true balance, you may need to evaluate who you spend the most time with.
Business Funding
What to Do When Your Client Is Just Not Referable
If you find yourself in this situation, make sure you are able to take feedback and adjust.
Building a Business
Why the Remote Meetings of the Future Will Be Face-to-Face
The future of business networking may vary dramatically from the in-person interactions we're used to.
Business Funding
How to End a Conversation — Without Offending Anyone Around You
Whether you're ready to wrap it up immediately or have time for courtesies, here are a handful of efficient exit lines.
Marketing
The Steps You Should Take If You Want to Build Business Off Referrals
Move past the mentality of "wanting referrals and wanting them now" by considering the strength of your relationships.
Business Funding
Dude, Where are My Wheels: Why A Strong Network Can Always Help You in Difficult Situations
How one unfortunate story in my youth taught me the importance of knowing the right people.
Business Funding
How to Display the Ideal Body Language When Networking
Learn when it's appropriate to use hand gestures and head nods when building new relationships.
Thought Leaders
How Talking Too Much in Class Turned Into My Greatest Asset
At times, those tendencies standing 'in your way' can become 'the way' to success.
Thought Leaders
I HIT HIDWAL: How This Crazy Acronym Can Help You Turn Your Life Around
The real enemy of "great" may be "good."
Building a Business
4 Questions to Ask About Networking Mentors
What should you expect when looking for a mentor?
