What do Santa Claus, the Easter Bunny and "six degrees of separation" all have in common? They are all urban legends!  Time to put the kids to bed. I don't want to stir up any trouble with Chris...

International Networking Week 2019® is an initiative of BNI®. International Networking Week 2019 will feature a number of networking events across the world! The 2019 International Networking...

I often get asked about the best way to end a conversation in a networking situation. Candidly, I think the answer is pretty simple. So, I’ll start this piece with the “simple solution.” In addi...

This month, Andy Lopata shares the first part of his networking tips which begin with the letter “V” Vague V-A-K learning styles Veracity Vibrant Victim Viral Visibi...

How can you increase the number of mentors into your room? First, create a two-column list. In the first column, write down everyone’s name who is currently in your room who enhances the qual...

Behavior is key when networking-it makes or breaks the connections, and ultimately, the relationships you build. I've spoken before about the differences between approachable or alienating behav...

Sometimes people come knocking at your door because they want something from you. However, you either don’t want to work with them or that project doesn’t resonate with you or your values. Other...

This month, Andy Lopata shares his networking tips which begin with the letter “U” Uber Ubuntu Unconditional Underestimate Undermine Under-promise Understanding Underst...

The book, "Who’s in Your Room" (the public edition), is now available.  The lessons in this book are not only relevant to growing your business and your involvement in networking groups they’re...

Desperation is not referable. When people demonstrate certain behaviors as part of their networking efforts, it’s a tell-tale sign of desperation. Here are four types of behaviors that desperate...