From the Founder
Laser-Sharp Networking
3 tips for getting precision results from your networking efforts.
By Dr. Ivan Misner

Did you know that the energy emitted by a normal light bulb is equal to the energy emitted by a laser beam? A laser has a very tight beam and is very strong and concentrated. A light bulb, on the other hand, releases light in many directions; the light is comparably weak and diffuse. The difference between the two allows the laser, with its focused energy, to do very fine and delicate surgery, artistic etching, and play the broad, full sounds of an orchestral overture.

Does that sound like the kind of precision you want from your networking activities? | Read this article


Art of Networking
Make the Most of Your BNI Membership
By Christopher Signore

Since being accepted to BNI, I have tried to learn as much as possible about networking and helping others succeed. As a result, I have received so many business referrals that I no longer have to worry about "down times." Here are some suggestions that will help you always have "up times." | Read this article


To The Next Level
You're a Member … Now What?
10 tips for your first BNI meetings.
By Tom Schmoll, Area Director, BNI Minnesota

You've committed to fill a member spot; you're excited and ready to network. But maybe you still have a few questions about how to make your BNI experience the best possible. Below are 10 tried-and-true tips for making the BNI experience work for you. | Read this article


Breaking News
Announcing the Launch of NetworkingNow.com
Learn successful networking strategies to build your business.

NetworkingNow.com offers dozens of downloadable PDF articles, MP3 audio files, and digital books as part of its downloadable library. | Read this article


BNI in the News
Live Oak Studio Produces Rare Interview with Dr. Misner

Dr. Misner can commonly be heard talking about BNI's beginnings and why the giving, positive attitudes of BNI members have ensured BNI's success. But it is not often that interviewers ask him about his upbringing and early inspirations.

However, a recent podcast interview conducted by Priscilla Rice and produced by Live Oak Studio touches on this story and more. | Read this article