There’s No Such Thing as a Business Relationship | Michael Allosso on Presence, Trust & Being Human

We often talk about “business relationships” as if they’re different from real relationships.They’re not.In this pre-launch episode of The Building Business Relationships Show, Matt Stone speaks with Michael Allosso, a communication expert and former theater professional, about why relationships are happening all the time—and how presence, curiosity, and self-awareness shape trust in everyday moments.From family dynamics to flight attendants, improv to leadership, this conversation reminds us that who we are in small moments defines who we are at work.You’ll hear:why separating personal and professional is a false dividehow “yes, and” thinking changes relationshipswhy being interested beats being interestinghow trust is built long before strategy shows upThis episode is reflective, entertaining, and deeply human.For more about Michael Allosso, visit: https://www.michaelallosso.com/For more about Michael's 2026 Immersion Retreat, visit: https://www.michaelallosso.com/immersion-retreat-2026.html