Networking Is No Joke

Coopetition - Podcast Finale

It's our final episode! Jenni shares four jokes and discusses with Steve how business owners can network with other people in the same industry, turning competitors into colleagues. Also, Steve reveals which '70s TV theme he'd like to hear playing right before he croaks. All this insight and entertainment in 30 minutes? Hit that Play button one last time!

No Nonsense Networking

5 Star Books for Entrepreneurs FINAL

Jenni and Steve each name four books that all entrepreneurs (and networkers) should read. 

5 Star Books for Entrepreneurs

Jenni and Steve each name four books that all entrepreneurs (and networkers) should read. 

Dont Be That Guy

Jenni and Steve share several networking faux pas that you should avoid if you want to build strong relationships. In honor of Steve's birthday, Jenni tells a dinosaur joke, and later in the episode, Steve reveals his obsession with knowing the exact time of day. 

Networking for Resources

How can you share resources to build trust and strengthen business relationships? In this episode, it isn't just about who we know, it's what we know — and what we can do to help others succeed in networking and in business. We also tell a few zombie jokes and recommend some of our favorite books and resources.

NINJ Busting Networking Myths

Jenni and Steve debunk seven myths about networking and why you should ignore them and keep building your network. There's also talk of foods we didn't love when we were kids. Cow stomach for dinner? No, thanks, Grandma!

Networking 101 - Tips to Get Started

It is said that "well begun is half done" and this applies to your business networking strategy. Whether  you're a beginner or a well-seasoned networker, you can benefit from the tips we're sharing in this episode. Also, Jenni tells a pretty good joke for you to use as an icebreaker at your next networking event.

Are You Ready For Referrals?

You may have heard stories of actors or musicians who are discovered and go on to stardom, but the reality is that it may take years of hard work and preparation to be ready to become an overnight success.   What’s true in show business is true in your industry, too.   How can you be ready for that ideal client when all your networking savvy pays off?  

Money-Making Introductions

Meeting people you don't know at networking events can be challenging, especially if you don't start off on the right foot. In this episode, Steve and Jenni discuss different ways to introduce yourself — or to make an introduction for someone else. They also share a wintry joke and go off on a tangent about gum from the 1970s. 

Networking with Nonprofits - with Gazala Uradnik

Welcome to Season 3 of Networking Is No Joke! We've got a new theme song and a very special guest: Gazala Uradnik of gfsevents.org who shares with us everything we need to know about building relationships with nonprofit organizations.

Wild and Unusual Networking Stories

It's the Season 2 finale of Networking Is No Joke! Jenni and Steve share some of their favorite networking stories that just might impress and inspire you raise your networking game. Listen now and then get ready for 10 brand new episodes in Season 3, coming in early January 2022!

Wild and Unusual Networking Stories

It's the Season 2 finale of Networking Is No Joke! Jenni and Steve share some of their favorite networking stories that just might impress and inspire you raise your networking game. Listen now and then get ready for 10 brand new episodes in Season 3, coming in early January 2022!

Military Veterans Networking In Business

A very special episode of Networking Is No Joke features two veterans working in their post-military careers and sharing their amazing stories of fortitude and opportunity. Prepare to be inspired!

Building Strategic Relationships with Tiffanie Kellog

Special Guest Tiffanie Kellog joins the conversation on networking strategically to build new relationships that grow your business. There's also talk of sock collections, Stephen King, and a joke that has Steve overthinking the answer.

Networking Value Meal

This episode is better than anything you can get at a drive-thru. It's all about value and the different ways you can offer it to the people you meet while networking. 

Following Up After Networking

Whether it’s at a regularly scheduled event like a Chamber of Commerce, a BNI Chapter, or a professional after-hours event — or you happen to meet someone at a BBQ — what happens AFTER the connection can make a real difference in your business. That's our topic for today: Following Up After Networking.

Networking with Different Personality Types with Jessica Butts

If there are some personality types you just don’t connect with at events, you won’t want to miss this episode!   Myers-Briggs expert, coach, author, and speaker Jessica Butts sheds light on the topic of networking with different personalities.     Hit that play button for a scintillating conversation with the effervescent Jessica Butts!

BIG Talk That Leads to Big Business!

How can you make those awkward conversations about nothing at networking events turn into profitable conversations about your business? When we go from small talk to BIG Talk! This one's got it all: talking dogs, lovelorn chickens, Netflix recommendations, and lots of good advice on getting the small talk out of the way so you can grow your business. 

VCP - Visibility, Credibility, Profitability to Grow Your Business

To be successful in your network, learn how Visibility, Credibility, and Profitability can take average relationships and turn them into highly profitable partnerships.

Diverse Networks with Claudia Thompson

We have our first guest on the podcast. Claudia Thompson, DEI expert and owner of Claudia Connects, joins us to share how to cultivate diverse networks.

Networking in Pairs: Bring a Wingman

Why go it alone? Discover the benefits of attending networking events with a co-worker or someone you know in a related business to make the most of your networking time. It's our first episode after our short summer break and we've got lots to share in Season 2 of Networking Is No Joke!

Building Trust in Your Network

It's our Season 1 finale! Without trust, it’s very hard to do business, especially more than once. In this episode, we discuss how to build trust among your referral partners and potential clients while avoiding the pitfalls that can jeopardize their trust in you. Jenni tells a joke that makes Steve laugh and she recommends a Netflix series you've probably never seen. You'll also get a sneak peak at plans for Season 2, premiering on September 10. 

Networking After Dark

In this episode, Steve and Jenni share a few tricks to use and traps to avoid to ensure your “networking after dark” is professional, productive, and prudent.

The Hero's Journey: Storytelling in Networking

The topic we explore in this episode is how to articulate the problems you solve so others will be able to introduce you to the right people. We use the classic "Hero's Journey" model to show the process. Hope you're not afraid of flying monkeys! 

Networking to Find a Job

Sometimes in the business world, the economy tanks, circumstances change, or we need to move on from a job. In this episode, Jenni and Steve reveal five ways to network to find a job and offer three critical caveats to keep in mind during the process. But first, let's break the ice with a joke! Now hit that "Play" button, and let's find you a new job!

Intentional Networking to Build Relationships

How intentional are you when it comes to networking? Do you have a game plan before you go to an event? What do you do to follow up with someone you met? Jenni and Steve answer these questions, but not before telling you a joke. Hit that "Play" button.

Creative Networking to Find Referrals Anywhere

Summer is here, and people are out at BBQs, graduations, and informal neighborhood gatherings. These are all networking opportunities. One minute you're grilling burgers and the next you're helping a friend in need of your services. Are you ready to network and find referrals anywhere?

Why Do I Need a Network?

In this episode, Jenni and Steve discuss the benefits of having a network and how having a group of like-minded entrepreneurs can keep your business growing.

Specific Is Terrific When Talking About Your Business

Just like magic, our topic today has the potential to change your business by helping you be very specific in how you talk about it when networking. We’re going to talk about Why Specific Is Terrific as you’re networking to grow your business.

A Room Full of Strangers

What grips some would-be networkers with fear? Walking into a room filled with strangers. This episode of Networking Is No Joke explores conversations and strategies to navigate the first 15 minutes of any event like a pro!

Episode 1: Questions, Questions, Questions

It's our Pilot episode! We’ve all heard the expression, “Curiosity killed the cat.” That’s because sometimes we should just mind our own business. However…being curious and asking questions might actually be one of the best things we can do to take care of our business!