Career Spotlight

Episode 30: Becoming The Founder of BNI

Through many night shift jobs, and life lessons both outside and inside the classroom, Dr. Ivan Misner shares with us how he founded Business Networking International in 1985. Called BNI for short, Dr. Misner started this networking organization while working his way through graduate school.  He shares with us the very real challenges and unexpected successes the BNI community brought into his life. Growing BNI over 30 years, his efforts now influence business communities around the world in 76 countries! In practical numbers, BNI has generated 15.1 million referrals resulting in more than $23.3 billion dollars’ worth of business for its members. Dr.  Misner is now the Chief Visionary Officer of BNI today. He keeps himself active with BNI as a Speaker and New York Times Bestselling author. He has written 29 books including his newest, Co-authored with Dawa Tarchin Phillips, called, “The 3rd Paradigm: A Radical Shift to Greater Success.” And he continues to educate through the Official BNI Podcast, where anyone can learn more about networking and growing their business. Even if you’ve been a long time member of BNI, and read all his books, we are sure you’ll discover something new as Dr. Misner shares his career journey! To learn more and connect with Dr. Ivan Misner, visit: Website: https://ivanmisner.com/ [https://ivanmisner.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drivanmisner [https://www.instagram.com/drivanmisner] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IvanMisner.BNIFounder/ [https://www.facebook.com/IvanMisner.BNIFounder/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivanmisner/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivanmisner/] Official BNI Podcast: https://www.bnipodcast.com/ [https://www.bnipodcast.com/] To learn more about BNI, visit: https://www.bni.com/ [https://www.bni.com/]

Episode 29: From Rock Band to Business Consulting Entrepreneur

Vance Morris started out in a rock band successful enough to support himself through college. The food service industry came next, then he found himself working for one of the largest entertainment companies in the World. Through all of his life lessons, he decided to start his own consulting business to help others grow their business and reach their dreams. With Deliver Service Now, Vance breaks down steps that guide each business to connect and stand out to their ideal customers. To Vance, a mission statement isn’t something to be ignored or forgotten, but instead a banner to motivate everyone in your business. We share a candid conversation and learn more from Vance about his book, “Systematic Magic: 7 Magic Keys to Disnyfy Your Business [https://www.deliverservicenow.com/vance-morris-magic-of-disney/].” As a Walt Disney World Resort Management Alumni, with just over 10 years as a leader in the Resorts, he has some really fun examples. We hear about the lessons he’s applied himself and from clients who have used his methods too. Grab a pen and notebook, you may find yourself inspired to update something in your own business!   To learn more and connect with Vance Morris online, visit: Website: www.DeliverServiceNow.com [https://book.deliverservicenow.com/] Twitter: @DlvrProfitsNow LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/vancemorris Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DeliverServiceNow [https://www.facebook.com/DeliverServiceNow] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Deliverservicenow [https://www.youtube.com/c/Deliverservicenow/videos]

Episode 28: Ask The Landlord

Albert Dweck shares his journey from working for the family Pharmacy business to building his own future as a Real Estate Developer with Duke Properties. Born and raised in New York City, his passion for helping people and connecting with others has helped him succeed.  He shares how he decided to host his own podcast, Ask The Landlord, to help bridge the gap that often pits tenants against landlords. With over 20 years of experience as a landlord, he has seen a lot of different experiences. With his passion for problem solving, he has a lot of wisdom to share. Our conversation is full of his candid, honest perspective. Learn more: Dukeproperties.com [https://www.dukeproperties.com/] Artifexbrokerage.com [https://www.artifexbrokerage.com/] Centralshoreholdings.com [https://centralshoreholdings.com/] Podcast: Askthelandlord - On all platforms Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/askthelandlord/ [https://www.instagram.com/askthelandlord/] TikTok: @askthelandlord

Episode 27: Becoming a Transformational Life Coach

Lena Meyer is a Transformational Life Coach and founder of Gratitude6. As a coach, she helps people connect to the heart and soul of what matters to them most and clear the blocks that get in the way, so they can live their most joyful and meaningful lives. But she didn’t start on this journey until she had about a decade of experience as a Financial Advisor. What we learn in this episode is how her love of helping people achieve their goals led her to discovering her true passion and path as a transformational life coach. She shares how she did all the “shoulds” and then learned to listen to her intuition and find her path to helping others. Her specialties include intuition, mindset shifts, life transitions and positive impact, and she believes now more than ever we have the opportunity to create positive change in our lives and world. Her story is inspiring and shows just how much is possible when you learn to listen to your intuition. Learn more: Request a Discovery Call with Lena to uncover if coaching together is a match for you on her website: https://www.gratitude6.com/contact [https://www.gratitude6.com/contact]  Connect on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lenadmeyer [https://www.instagram.com/lenadmeyer]  Connect on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/gratitude6 [https://www.facebook.com/gratitude6]

Episode 26: An Artist’s Journey

Andy McConnell is a visual artist using wood to create wall art and sculptures that some describe as music in visual form. He has had an unconventional path as an artist, working in the trades, food service and as a carpenter - attending college in bursts working to earn money, then attending school, and then working and back to school. Finally, finding his way at Fairhaven College learning from poet and artist, Robert Sund (and many others), and finishing with a master’s degree in Applied Behavioral Science at Bastyr University. While he does not directly use that degree today, some could argue he does in the way he explores the human experience and unravels it in visual artwork. Andy shares his journey with us, and how he made the decision to work for himself as a small business owner so he can have more space to create art. View Andy’s Work: Website - https://mcconnellart.com [https://mcconnellart.com/portfolio] Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/AndyMcConnellArt [https://www.instagram.com/AndyMcConnellArt]