From the Founder
Ignore the Doomsday Headlines
Continue to flex your networking muscles.
By Dr. Ivan Misner, BNI Founder and Chairman

Today's news is full of economic soap operas. In the United States, Congress, the White House, and the pundits are debating the so-called bailout of yet another pillar of Corporate America. European nations and others around the globe are struggling with recessionary pressures. Voices everywhere seem to be spouting economic doom and gloom.

Now, please, lean in close and listen carefully. I'm going to ask you to do something difficult, yet very important: Ignore all those doom and gloom voices. | Click to continue.


Art of Networking
Reality Networking
Why you shouldn't expect instant results.
by Tim Houston

On reality TV, you can find the love of your life, win a competition, or even lose weight in a matter of weeks. TV shows like this tell us that doing small tasks over a period of six to eight weeks will ensure success—at least in some underdeveloped aspect of our lives. | Click to continue.


To The Next Level
The Leader Within
6 traits of an effective leader.
By Debbra Sweet, BNI Member and San Diego Director

Leadership usually comes to people because they are either thrust into it or they are willing to step forward and take on a leadership role. When one thinks of leadership, there is usually an understanding that responsibility and accountability to others comes along with the title and position. | Click to continue.


Words of Wisdom
Building Your Network—Part I
Finding success within your reference group.
By Brian Tracy

We live in a society and, as a member of that society it's likely that every change in your life is strongly influenced by other people in some way. The courses you take in school that shape your career are often at the instigation of a friend or counselor. The books you read, the tapes you listen to, and the seminars you attend are almost invariably the result of a suggestion from someone you respect. | Click to continue.

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Breaking News
The 29% Solution Hits #1

On Wednesday, September 3, 2008, Dr. Ivan Misner and Michelle Donovan's The 29% Solution: 52 Weekly Networking Success Strategies hit #1 on the Amazon.com Bestseller List in the category of Business and Investing. | Click to continue.


BNI in the News

The 29% Solution Hits the Wall Street Journal's Best-Sellers List!

On September 12, The 29% Solution hit #3 on the Wall Street Journal's best-sellers list in the business category.

But that's not all! | Click to continue.