Elite Business Connector Podcast

Charles Duhigg spent three years interviewing FBI negotiators, neuroscientists, and CIA operatives to decode why some conversations click — and what he found maps almost perfectly to Bryan's 1st 5 Minutes framework. In this episode, Bryan breaks down Duhigg's Supercommunicators and shows how the science behind great conversations lines up with the system he's been teaching for years. Walk away with both the why and the how — so you can execute it in your very next meeting.The 3 conversation types every interaction contains  and how to recognize which one you're inHow the 1st 5 Minutes framework maps to Duhigg's Matching PrincipleWhy preparation before you walk in the door changes everythingThe question shift that turns small talk into meaningful conversationTimestamps 0:00 – Why Great Conversations Work 1:54 – The Why and the How 3:33 – Three Conversations at Once 6:08 – Brain Sync and the Matching Principle 7:50 – The First Five Minutes Map 14:40 – Prepare Before You Walk In 19:42 – Questions That Create Real Talk 24:44 – When Research Needs a System 28:58 – Three Moves for Your Next Meeting Featured BookSupercommunicators by Charles Duhigg –  A fascinating exploration of what makes conversations work and how we can all learn to be supercommunicators at work and in life. Duhigg blends deep research and his trademark storytelling to show how we can all learn to identify and leverage the hidden layers that lurk beneath every conversation. Download the Free Cheat Sheet: hereResources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube

What's really holding leaders back from their greatest impact? In this episode, Bryan Buckley sits down with Dr. Garland Vance and his wife and co-author Dorothy Vance for a candid, high-energy conversation about the seven leadership issues that keep even the most talented professionals stuck. Drawing from 25 years of research and their book Unleashed Leadership, Garland and Dorothy bring both depth and practicality to a conversation that's as much about people skills as it is about leadership development. Whether you're in leadership right now or aspiring to get there, this one is for you. Here's what they unpack:The Seven C's From Individual Contributor to Leader The Four Questions Every Team Is AskingBuilding Community That LastsThe Connect, Don't Sell Culture Decide, Discern, DeliverEpisode Timestamps0:26 - Show Welcome And Host Promise1:13 - Guests And Unleashed Leadership Overview5:54 - A Clear Definition Of Leadership7:25 - The Seven C’s Framework Explained10:24 - Character In Sales Leadership14:45 - Competence After Promotion To Manager17:16 - Capacity And Modeling Healthy Boundaries20:05 - Clarity Through Four Team Questions23:51 - Community Built In Small Moments28:01 - Culture As Values Lived Out34:50 - Decide Discern Deliver To Get Unleashed39:53 - Rapid Fire On Communication Habits49:26 - Closing Message And Subscribe PromptFeatured Guests: Dr. Garland Vance & Dorothy Vance websiteFeatured Book: Unleashed LeadershipDownload Free Cheat Sheet: https://bryanpaulbuckley.systeme.io/episode-026-cheat-sheet.Resources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube

You're not losing deals in the pitch. You're losing them in the first five minutes.In this episode, we break down the 10 specific, identifiable, and fixable mistakes business professionals make before a conversation ever gains traction and why most people don't even realize they're making them.We unpack two critical categories:Setup Failures — skipping pre-meeting research, defaulting to generic small talk, ignoring room cues, centering yourself over the other person, and missing their name entirelyEngagement Failures — asking surface-level questions, dominating the conversation, leaving meetings having learned nothing, assuming you already know the pain point, and flipping into hard-sell mode"They care about whether you care about their story." That one shift — from performing to discovering — is what separates elite connectors from everyone else in the room.0:00 - The cost of a bad first five minutes 1:10 - Who this episode is for 2:30 - The two categories: Setup Failures & Engagement Failures 2:59 - Mistake #1: Skipping the Five Before the Five 6:00 - Mistake #2: Wasting your opening on useless small talk 8:59 - Mistake #3: Not reading the room 11:35 - Mistake #4: Making it about you, not them 14:40 - Mistake #5: Not concentrating on the other person's name 17:23 - Free cheat sheet resource 18:43 - Mistakes #6–10: The Engagement Failures 18:48 - Mistake #6: Asking little to no questions 22:01 - Mistake #7: Talking more than listening 25:12 - Mistake #8: Failing to learn anything from the conversation 28:02 - Mistake #9: Assuming you know the customer's pain point 30:58 - Mistake #10: Turning into a cold hard seller 34:09 - Full recap of all 10 mistakes 35:24 - 3 action items to apply immediately 36:39 - Closing thoughts 37:34 - Sneak peek: Episode 26 with Dr. Garland Vance 38:04 - Subscribe, share & connect 39:03 - Sign off Download Free Cheat Sheethttps://bryanpaulbuckley.systeme.io/episode-025-cheat-sheetResources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube

What happens after the 1st 5 Minutes — after you finish the last minute in the framework? How do you handle the very first minute of that next conversation?I found the answer in a great book that unpacks this exact issue. I reached out to the author, asked him to break it down, and he agreed to my master evil demands. Lucky you — because he's today's guest.Chris Fenning helps professionals master communication at work — experts talking to non-experts, teams presenting to executives, or simply starting any message clearly. His methods are used at Google, JP Morgan, and NATO, and have been featured in the Harvard Business Review. He's the author of multiple award-winning books with over 125,000 copies sold.0:59 - Meet Chris Fenning 2:47 - First Five Minutes Meets First Minute 6:20 - Framing With Topic Intent Point 13:18 - Examples That Prevent Instant Confusion 14:42 - Structured Summary Using Goal Problem Solution 17:03 - Listening Styles And The Analyst Trap 19:51 - A Cautionary Tale About Bad Framing 22:00 - Time Check And The Minute Myth 26:53 - Validation Checkpoint Ability / Availability 31:41 - How To Stop Ramblers With Questions 35:21 - Rapid Fire Questions / Final Takeaways 38:01 - Where To Find Chris And His BooksChris' Website hereChris Fenning Books: The First Minute - How to Start Conversations That Get Results Effective Emails - The Secret to Straightforward Communication at Work Effective Meetings  - Great Results. Less PainResources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube

What if the most powerful thing you could say in a business conversation had nothing to do with you?Not your pitch. Not your story. Not your credentials. Just three words — used with precision, at the right moment — that leave the other person feeling more seen than they've felt in any business conversation before.That's Level 2. And that's where we're going in this episode.In Episode 022, we unpacked the first three words of the six-word framework — the Speak Up Words that warm the room and create the conditions for real connection. Today we complete the framework with the three Speak Into Words: the words that reach past the surface and touch something true in a person. Words that don't just improve the conversation — they change the person.Bryan introduces his mentor Dean — someone who showed him firsthand what it looks like to place words with precision and intention. Dean's approach became the blueprint for Level 2. And if you've never had someone speak INTO your life the way Dean speaks into Bryan's, this episode will show you exactly what you've been missing — and how to start giving that to others.The three Speak Into Words:Affirming — not agreeing with what someone did, but confirming who they are. Identity-level words almost never get spoken in business. When they do, they change everything. Challenging — the word most people are afraid to use. When delivered after Level 1 has done its work, a challenge isn't a risk to the relationship — it's the highest form of respect you can offer. Thoughtful — the word that tells someone they were worth your preparation before they ever walked in. One question that could only have come from thinking about this specific person does more for trust in thirty seconds than an hour of smooth talking ever could.Both levels together form a complete vocabulary for human connection in business — not a script, not a formula, but a framework for being more intentional with the most powerful tool you carry into every conversation.Free Resources — Grab Both Before Your Next Meeting: 📄 Six Words Complete Summary — every word, full breakdown, ready-to-use phrases, and the elite connector move for each ⚡ Six Words Cheat Sheet — built for the 60 seconds before you walk in the room Both are free in the show notes.Episode Timestamps0:00 — The Three Words Teaser 1:01 — Meet Bryan and the Mission 1:26 — Level 1 Speak Up Words Review 3:23 — Level 2 Begins With Warmth 3:59 — Dean Shows What Precision LooksLike 8:14 — AffirmResources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube

Most business professionals rarely stop to think about the words they use — and the ones they're missing. In this episode, Bryan breaks down Level 1 of a two-level word framework built for the 1st 5 Minutes of any business conversation: Speak Up Words. These are the words that lift, warm, and open a person before anything deeper is said. Six total words across two levels — this episode covers the first three.What's covered in this episode:Complimentary — A genuine, specific compliment does something no credential or title can: it makes the other person feel seen. Bryan unpacks why we hold back, what the research says about compliments and brain chemistry, and how to move from mental practice to actually saying it out loud.Appreciative — In a world where everyone is distracted and time is scarce, expressing real appreciation is a rare differentiator. Bryan shares why generic gratitude is forgettable — and what it sounds like when appreciation lands with specificity and weight.Encouraging — To encourage literally means to put courage into someone. This is the forward-facing Speak Up Word — the one that says I believe in what's ahead for you, not just what you've already done. Bryan walks through when it hits hardest and how to make it stick.Episode Chapters0:00 — Why Certain Words Stay With Us 2:00 — The Big Idea and Framework 5:55 — Level One: Speak Up Words 6:01 — Compliments That Open People Up 13:08 — Free Guide and Fast Tools 14:44 — Appreciation That Actually Lands 20:39 — Encouragement That Builds Courage 27:17 — Action Steps and Final ChallengeFree Resource: Grab the 3 Critical Steps to Effectively Close the 1st 5 Minutes — one page, exact language, ready before your next conversation. Link in the show notes.Connect with Bryan: [email protected] | BryanBuckleySpeaks.comNext episode — Episode 023: Level 2 Speak Into Words. Affirming. Challenging. Thoughtful. The words that go deeper.Resources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube

Most people leave great conversations to chance. Elite Business Connectors don't. In this episode, Bryan breaks down the four-phase arc that gives every conversation its shape — and the five patterns that destroy even the best setups. This is Part 2 of the Conversation Blueprint series and the complete framework for building conversations that don't just exchange information but create genuine connection.The Four Phases of the Conversation Arc:Opening — The first minute sets the tone for everything. Pre-read the room with the 5 before the 5, or use observational intelligence to acknowledge and ask. Never leave the opening to small talk chance.Exploration — This is where you mine for the topic that clicks. Move intentionally from small talk to tailored talk to deep talk, and be willing to topic-switch for the health of the conversation.Resolution — Stop commenting and start asking. Strategic questions guide the conversation to greater depth and keep both people genuinely involved.Closing — Don't let the conversation fade out. Highlight what stood out, summarize what was covered, and land on a clear and specific next step.The Five Conversation Killers:Talking Too Much — The Conversational Narcissist dominates air time and never realizes it. If you're doing all the talking, you're not having a conversation — you're delivering a monologue.Interrupting — Power-oriented interruptions gain the room and lose the relationship. Until you know the person, assume they want to finish their thought.Half-Listening — Distracted listening is neurologically detectable. The person across from you knows when you're mentally composing your next line instead of hearing theirs.One-Upping — You think you're relating. They know you're competing. Resist the urge and ask a question about their story instead.Shallowness — Some people stay shallow by habit, some by choice. Use 2QM — ask a second question — to invite them deeper. Timestamps:0:00 — Can Great Talks Be Engineered2:02 — The Conversation Arc Blueprint4:02 — Open Strong Without Small Talk6:30 — Explore Topics Until Something Clicks9:18 — Resolve The Topic With Questions11:14 — Close With Highlights And Next Steps13:35 — Free Resource On Better Questions14:36 — Five Conversation Killers To Avoid23:21 — Go Deeper For Real ConnectionResources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube

Great conversations don’t happen by accident — they’re built.In Part 1 of this two-part series, host Bryan Buckley breaks down the research-backed blueprint behind every effective business conversation.The Four Foundational Conditions:1. Psychological Safety — People decide if you’re “safe” before they decide if you’re competent. Warmth before competence, every time.2. Clear Intent — Name your purpose early. When intent is absent, the brain defaults to threat-assessment instead of genuine engagement.3. The Right Environment — Physical setting, noise, and arrangement directly impact conversation quality. Be proactive.4. Mutual Readiness — Read the other person’s signals — if they’re not ready, either shift their state or adjust your expectations.The Seven Core Elements:1. Rhythm — Master the natural back-and-forth of turn-taking or risk turning dialogue into a monologue.2. Questions — Lead with open-ended, genuinely curious questions — and avoid “boomerasking.”3. Listening — Active, locked-in listening builds trust faster than anything you can say.4. Validation — Reflect back what you heard before you move forward. Being genuinely heard is rarer and more powerful than most realize.5. Adaptability — Adjust your tone, style, and depth in real time. Meet them where they are.6. Clarification — Repair misunderstandings immediately. “Let me rephrase that” is a sign of competence, not weakness.7. Honesty — The brain registers candor in 0.07 seconds. Lead with what you don’t know.0:00 - What Makes Conversation Good2:54 - The Blueprint And Series Overview3:14 - Condition 1: Psychological Safety5:28 - Condition 2: Clear Intent7:00 - Condition 3: Right Environment8:29 - Condition 4: Mutual Readiness10:19 - Foundation Review And What’s Next11:04 - Free Resource And Quick Break12:01 - 7 Elements That Drive Quality12:25 - Rhythm And Turn Taking14:01 - Questions That Build Trust16:25 - Active Listening That Locks In18:19 - Validation Without Hijacking20:35 - Adaptability Using Real Time Cues22:46 - Clarification & Conversational Repair25:04 - Honesty And Candor Signals27:04 - Action Steps For Your Next Meeting28:25 - Closing Lessons On The 1st 530:41 - Subscribe Share & Listener Feedback32:05 - Part 2 PreviewPart 2 drops next episode — covering the arc of a great conversation, what breaks it, and what it looks like when both people leave genuinely changed.​​​​​Resources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube

Stop leaving your first impression to chance. In this episode, Bryan breaks down the four focus areas that determine how you show up in the critical first five minutes of any business meeting — and how to take control of every single one.Timestamps:0:00 — How You Show Up Matters1:35 — Show Up Before You Show Up3:44 — The Science Behind First Impressions5:42 — Focus Area One: How You Look10:26 — Focus Area Two: How You Prepare13:08 — Remember Names With A System14:46 — Focus Area Three: How You Act17:23 — Focus Area Four: How You Transition19:47 — Mental And Emotional Readiness22:25 — Action Items And Closing ChallengesThe Four Focus Areas:1. How You Look — Your appearance (hair, clothes, shoes) and what you're carrying sends a message before you say a word. Make it intentional.2. How You Prepare — Take 5 minutes before the meeting to find 5 connection points, check your gear, and mentally walk through the meeting before it happens.3. How You Act — Read the tone of the room before you ever walk in. Know your audience so you can adjust — not react.4. How You Transition — Plan how you'll move from small talk to business. Don't pounce, don't stumble. Control the pivot.Action Items:Audit your appearance — haircut, iron your clothes, clean your shoesTake 5 minutes to prep before your next meetingAsk tone questions ahead of time so you know how to actThink through your transition into the solution before you arriveDo a quick mental/emotional check-in before you walk through the doorSubscribe, share, and download the free resource — "The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember Names" — in the show notes.Resources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube

Why do some business conversations click instantly while others never quite connect—even when everything on paper looks the same? In this episode, Bryan Buckley explores the science behind instant connection and reveals five psychological “click accelerators” that dramatically increase the likelihood of building rapport in the 1st 5 Minutes of a business conversation. Drawing from research in psychology and neuroscience, Bryan breaks down how connection isn’t random—it’s engineered.5 Secrets to Click Quickly in the 1st 5 MinutesSimilaritySafe Space (Psychological Safety)VulnerabilityResonanceProximity0:00 - Why Some People Click Fast1:08 - The Five Click Accelerators2:46 - Proximity: Being There Matters5:15 - Similarity: Find The Me Too9:19 - Safety: Create A Safe Space12:20 - Resonance: Align Minds, Not Opinions15:15 - Vulnerability: Openness Builds Trust18:00 - Free Resource Break: 30 Questions19:24 - Sequencing The First Five Minutes22:29 - Minute One: Read, Banter, Name25:05 - Middle Three: Ask, Listen, Learn29:14 - Final Minute: Anchor And ContinueReferenced Book: Click by Ori and Ram BrafmanResources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube

Most professionals ask just one question in the first five minutes—usually a mirror “What about you?” In this episode, Bryan unpacks why we resist asking better questions and how those obstacles can become your unfair advantage in business conversations.Five ObstaclesAttention-Seeking Culture – We default to self-focus and conversational narcissism.Assumptions – We wrongly assume people don’t want to be asked.Poor Modeling – Question-asking isn’t demonstrated in “question deserts.”Advice Monster – We’d rather give answers than stay curious.Effort Required – Curiosity takes energy and deliberate practice.Five OpportunitiesRadical Other-Focus – Stand out by being genuinely interested.People Want to Be Known – Questions help others feel seen fast.Model the Standard – Great questions shape culture and elevate thinking.Ask / Listen / Learn – Use questions to guide and deepen dialogue.Train the Skill – Question-asking is learnable and compounds with practice.Book referenced in this episode: The Six ConversationsResources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube

When was the last time you walked into a meeting already knowing what matters to the person you’re meeting—and what would instantly resonate?Most professionals spend more time choosing what to wear than researching who they’re meeting. That’s not preparation… that’s winging it.In Episode 016, we break down how to Pre-Read the Room before you ever step into it—because the 1st 5 Minutes don’t start at the handshake. They start when you open your laptop and Take the 5 Before the 5 to Find the 5.Big IdeaElite Business Connectors don’t wing the 1st 5 Minutes. They prepare for them.➡️ Take the 5 Before the 5 to Find the 5.What You’ll LearnWhy your “pre-game routine” matters (and why most people don’t have one)The 3 benefits of Pre-Reading the Room:Gain key intelCalm your nervesIncrease confidenceThe difference between random research vs targeted research (for connection)Where to look to find real connection points:Company websiteLinkedIn (company page + individual profile)How to uncover 5 creative connection points that actually spark conversationHow to use your LTP (Lead Talking Point) without wasting itBonus: the 2QM rule (Two Question Minimum) to keep momentum once you find a connection pointThe 5 Connection Points ExamplesUse a mix of professional + personal:Current/past roles (tenure, transitions, new role questions)Education (school, degree, shared connections)Certifications/awards/accomplishments (noticed = valued)Activity section (posts, comments, articles)Personal wins/updates (events, milestones, achievements)Action Steps (Do This Before Your Next Meeting)Schedule “Take the 5 Before the 5” on your calendarDo targeted research (connection > impressing)Build your list… then trim it to your best 5Resources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube

Episode Big IdeaRemembering names isn’t a memory issue — it’s a focus issue.The Real Reasons We Forget Names 1. The Excuse: “I’m Bad With Names”Why saying this wires your brain not to tryWhat that excuse silently communicates to the other personWhy it sounds like you don’t care (even if you do)Reframing memory as trained vs. untrained2. We’re Not Ready to Receive the NameWhat your brain is actually focused on during introductionsWhy names “fly past us” before we’re mentally readyThe importance of mental availability in the first moments of connection3. We’re Focused on What We’ll Say NextWhy trying to be impressive sabotages connectionKevin Horsley’s insight: “People don’t hear names because they’re trying to be interesting instead of interested.”The truth: forgetting isn’t about memory — it’s about misplaced focusWhy Remembering Names Matters More Than You ThinkResearch from The Elite Business Connector book:75% say remembering names is a high priorityNearly 75% admit they forget names quicklyOnly 36% consistently remember namesWhat remembering someone’s name silently communicates:You care about themYou pay attention to detailsYou’re actually listeningHow to Nail the Name Every Time1. Control the TimingWhy you shouldn’t lead with namesUsing the 1st 5 Minutes framework:Read the RoomBegin the BanterTHEN exchange names2. Be ReadyMaking the micro-decision that names matterPreparing your focus before the name is said3. Use the “Three-Peat” MethodSay the name three times:Beginning: confirmationMiddle: reinforcementEnd: lock-inFive Name-Remembering Hacks That Actually Work1. Ask About the Preferred NameJames vs. Jim, Elizabeth vs. Beth, David vs. DaveWhy preference matters more than correctnessHow ignoring it costs instant credibility2. Get the SpellingWhy spelling creates memory anchors“Bryan with a Y” and the power of playful repetitionUnique spellings = instant connection points3. Get the BackstoResources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube

When was the last time a business conversation actually went the way you planned?Not the slide deck. Not the proposal. The conversation.In this episode of the Elite Business Connector Podcast, Bryan Buckley breaks down the six connection skills that separate average communicators from elite business connectors—especially in the first five minutes of any business conversation.Too many professionals rely on titles, credentials, or hope to carry the conversation. Elite connectors don’t wing conversations—they engineer connection.You’ll learn:The three focus areas that drive elite communication: Communication, Conversation, and ConnectionThe ARE Be Skills: Be Aware, Be Real, Be EngagingThe ALL Do Skills: Ask, Listen, LearnWhy being a “people person” doesn’t guarantee real connectionHow to use better questions, locked-in listening, and observational intelligence to stand out fastHow to create trust, momentum, and clarity—without sounding scripted or salesyWhether you’re in sales, leadership, or any role where conversations matter, these six skills are learnable, repeatable, and immediately applicable.Elite business connectors don’t rely on personality. They rely on skill.🎧 Subscribe for weekly insights on communication, connection, and influence 📩 Questions or feedback? Email Bryan at [email protected] 🌐 Learn more at BryanBuckleySpeaks.comResources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube

What was your plan for the first five minutes of your last business conversation?If the honest answer is “I just winged it,” you’re not alone—but that approach is quietly costing you momentum, engagement, and trust before the conversation even gets going.In this episode of the Elite Business Connector Podcast, Bryan Buckley introduces the 1st 5 Minutes Framework—a simple, repeatable structure designed to help you leverage (not lose) the most critical minutes of every business conversation. Think guardrails, not handcuffs.You’ll learn how to stop leaving first impressions to chance and start showing up with intention, clarity, and confidence—without sounding scripted or forced.In this episode, you’ll discover:Why the 1st 5 Minutes determine the direction of the entire conversationWhat makes frameworks powerful—and why the right one creates freedom, not rigidityThe three-part structure of the 1st 5 Minutes Framework:The 1st Minute – Think PersonalThe Middle 3 Minutes – Think ProfessionalThe Last Minute – Think ProblemHow to build early connection, trust, and influence before talking businessA real-world example of using the framework in a sales conversationWhy most professionals lose momentum before they ever get to their pitchIf you’ve ever walked away from a meeting thinking “That could’ve gone better,” this episode will show you exactly why—and what to do differently next time.This framework is used by leaders, sales teams, and professionals to create better conversations, stronger relationships, and better outcomes—starting in the very first minutes.🎧 Next Episode Preview (Episode 014):We’ll break down the Six Connection Skills of an Elite Business Connector—and how to use them immediately.📘 Learn more about The 1st 5 Minutes book on Amazon🎤 Interested in workshops or keynotes? Visit BryanBuckleySpeaks.com📩 Questions or feedback? Email [email protected], share, and if you’re feeling generous—leave a review.You’ve got this. Now go leverage the first five minutes. 💥Resources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube

SummaryIn this episode of the Elite Business Connector podcast, host Bryan Buckley shares five significant updates regarding his podcast and personal brand. He discusses the transition to video podcasting, the launch of his new speaking brand, the announcement of his fifth book titled 'The 1st 5 Minutes', the development of six connection skills, and the formation of a book launch team. Bryan emphasizes the importance of effective communication and connection in business, providing listeners with actionable insights and encouraging them to engage with his new initiatives.TakeawaysThe podcast is now available in video format.Bryan Buckley is launching a new speaking brand.His fifth book, 'The 1st 5 Minutes', is set to release soon.The book focuses on leveraging the first five minutes of conversation.Connection skills are essential for business success.Bryan is forming a book launch team for his new book.Effective communication can significantly impact business relationships.Listeners are encouraged to provide feedback on the podcast.The episode outlines actionable steps for listeners to engage with the content.Bryan emphasizes the importance of continuous improvement in communication skills.Chapters00:00 - Introduction and Overview of Updates03:07 - Transition to Video Podcasting05:59 - Launch of Bryan Buckley Speaks Brand08:56 - Announcement of New Book: The First Five Minutes11:49 - Development of Six Connection Skills14:44 - Book Launch Team and ConclusionKey Links:Bryan Buckley Speaks new brand website: https://bryanbuckleyspeaks.com/Book Launch Team:https://media.bryanbuckleyspeaks.com/launch-team-linkedin1st 5 Minutes Paperback Versionhttps://www.amazon.com/1st-Minutes-Important-Connection-Influence/dp/B0GD6H2KKW/ref=sr_1_1?crid=NT5WYK323YZW&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.vxFJyRY4IpKE_bl6g52BeQ.6Sc03TSR2Agu3fWANNAfkTs90uyrclhee17a0WuNwaQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=1st+5+minutes+bryan+buckley&qid=1768056316&sprefix=%2Caps%2C114&sr=8-11st 5 Minutes Kindle VersiResources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube

Podcast Big Idea: Your first impression is more important than you even realizeKey Word: Endearment Four Ways to Make the Most of a First Impression1. Observe 2. Question3. Remember4. EndearEpisode Takeaways:First impressions happen in a flash, but they can stick around for ages in business relationships.  It's not just what you say. Your look, body language, and those first few words all paint a picture of you.  Want to be the person everyone gravitates towards? Focus on making others feel like they're the star of the show.  Everyone’s favorite radio station is WKLN: The desire to be Known, Liked, and Needed.  Challenge: Before you hit that next meeting or event, take a second to think about the impression you want to give off. Practice your opening questions and comments.Resources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube

Interview with Matt HavensMatt Havens is an international keynote speaker, reformed corporate leader, son of a comedian, and a firm believer we overcomplicate work by overthinking the solutions.  While Matt doesn’t take himself too seriously, he seriously delivers a high-energy, actionable, and hilarious message every time he takes a stage.Matt lives in Dallas, TX with his wife and best friend, Megan, and their twin daughters Avery and Emersyn.  When he’s not working, he’s probably trying to convince his daughters to love golf or plan the next family adventure.MattHavens.comLinkedInResources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube

Podcast Big Idea: Each one of us has a conversational style that we need to find out which one is us and if it needs to be changed18 Conversational Personalities:The Know-It-AllThe Bragger The One-Upper The Monopolizer The HijackerThe MechanicThe PretenderThe Inspector The Comedian The Re-routerThe SkepticThe Analyzer The TalkerThe Talk-over The Answer ManThe Empathizer The Involver The Connecter HUMOR BONUS CHAPTER - Adding Humor to Your ConnectionsMedia.BryanPaulBuckley.com/Bonus-ChapterResources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube

Joshua Evans is a #1 best selling author, TEDx programmer, keynote speaker, adventure seeker, and proud father of 3. He’s studied workplace behavior for over 15 years and has been featured in many publications including the Harvard Business Review, Wall Street Journal, and Huffington Post.  His clients include Fortune 500 companies, professional associations, and Government Agencies. Joshua’s goal is to bring purpose to the forefront of the future of work. Resources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube

Go-To One-Liners Here we go with my Top 20 go-to-one liners…Husband of one, father of five Not smart enough to take that personally  Visual of the suspect Thanks for coming but most of all, thanks for leaving Just between us girls Eating the best of the king's food and drinking the best of the king's wine Questions, comments, or snide remarks? Lies! Nothing but lies! (Usually when someone says they heard something positive about me.) Love to stay and chat (Jokingly trying to end a conversation where a tough question has been asked.) With all due disrespect Sharp as a bowling ball Clear as mud I live in a small midwestern town… (dramatic pause) called Chicago! Trying to get my girlish figure back If I want to be ignored, I’ll just go home In-and-out so nobody gets hurt You can't prove that! I make fun of that guy and now I’m that guy!Who’s who in the zooLet’s land this planeWho cares if everyone has heard the lines over and over. If the expressions produce a smile, laugh, or response, they work! I've found no matter how often someone hears a funny one-liner, they often enjoy it just as much the next time.  Top Five Ways to Make Your Own List:1.  Find a place where you can keep an ongoing list. For me it was the notes app on my phone. The location doesn’t matter as much as easy access and only that one location. You may need to experience where is best to create your list and that’s fine but once you find a good rhythm, stick with the best location for you.2. As soon as you hear yourself make a potential one-liner that elicits a response from someone, write it down immediately or as soon as you can. Now, if you’re anything like me, I have the best of intentions to remember and write it down later, and never ever comes and I lose that one-liner. So, if you say it amidst a conversation, I’ve literally asked the person I’m speaking with for some grace to write something down real quick then immediately jump back into the conversation. This ALWAYS works much better than going to my phone without asking permission which just flat out looks rude.3. Practice these new one-liners the next time you’re with someone that your one-liner fits the context. The keyword is practice. It must come out naturally otherwise it will receive a “meh response.” Now, that doesn’t mean the one-liner is bad, it may be the delivery. You just need some practice.4. I usually leverage the one-liner Resources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube

Q1:  How would you describe your personality? Extravert / Introvert / ambivert (a mixture of both) / how do you believe your personality affects your interaction with people?Q2.  When you walk into a room and do not know a single person, how do you respond?Q3.  How important is communication in a business interaction? Q4. Why is communicating effectively so difficult for some people? (Even giving presentations?)Q5.  How do you utilize asking questions in a conversation?Q6. What are some tips for becoming better listeners?Q7.  What impresses you with another person in an interaction?Q8.  What mistakes do you see people interacting with each other? How should they change it?Q9. The ratio of how much we write to others vs. speak to each other has shifted in the last decade, and become even greater since the world got used to working remotely. How has that changed how we connect with each other?Q10:  What would you say is still challenging for you when interacting with people?Q11:  Who is or was your biggest influence in your life on business social skills? (Aka: communication / conversation/ connection?)Top Five Rapid Fire RoundGood or bad remembering names Good or bad listener if completely honest?A strength you bring into a conversation What is your pet peeve or just drives you crazy about people?How do you know when you’re starting to connect with another person?Bonus Question - you buy top five questions you get one free…What are you learning right now / how are you being challenged?If people want to follow you or learn more about you, where could they find you?LinkedIn - Jay SullivanJay Sullivan booksResources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube

Author and speaker John Maxwell says in his book, Everyone Communicates, Few Connect, "Connecting with others may not be a matter of life or death for most of us, but it often is a matter of success or failure. The ability to connect with others begins with understanding the value of people." Jay Sullivan in his book, Simply Said, had this to say, “ If we want to improve our ability to connect with others, to understand them and to be understood more clearly, the easiest and most effective way to do so is to focus less on ourselves and more on the other person. If we put the focus on what the other person is trying to gain from the exchange, we will do a better job communicating because we will select more pertinent information, drill down to the desired level of detail, and make the information we are sharing more accessible to our audience.“ Four Connection Points Every Business Connector Must Develop1. Meeting New People - strong first impression2. Developing New Connections - needed follow-up impression3. Advancing Established Connections - challenging continual impression4. Sustaining Established Connections - customer loyalty impression"How you communicate is how you connect and when you communicate is when you have influence."Conversation Resume download hereEmail me with ideas and feedback:Resources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube

Q1:  How would you describe your personality? Extravert / Introvert / ambivert (a mixture of both) / how do you believe your personality affects your interaction with people?Q2.  When you walk into a room and do not know a single person, how would you respond?Q3.  How important is communication in a business interaction? Q4.  How do you utilize asking questions in a conversation?Q5.  What impresses you with another person in an interaction?Q6.  What mistakes do you see people interacting with each other? How should they change it?Q7:  What would you say is still challenging for you when interacting with people?Q8:  Who is or was your biggest influence in your life on business social skills? (Aka: communication / conversation/ connection?)Top Five Rapid Fire RoundGood or bad remembering names Good or bad listener if completely honest?A strength you bring into a conversation What is your pet peeve or just drives you crazy about people?How do you know when you’re starting to connect with another person?Bonus Question - you buy five questions you get one free…What are you learning right now / how are you being challenged?______________________________________________________________________________CONCLUSIONWhat is one quote, comment, challenge you want to leave for us?Jerome Wade LinkedInJerome Wade WebsiteResources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube

Think of your last really good conversation… Seriously. Really think back to your last really memorable conversation…Who are your top three best conversationalist? Two? One?Why do they stand out?What do they do that put them into this category?The ARE Method (ARE is an acronym - Anchor / Reveal / Encourage)ANCHOR – You want to start off by anchoring your conversation on a specific topic that you will both have shared interest in. It’s best to bring up a topic that you are mutually experiencing at the moment.REVEAL – After you use an anchor to start a conversation, you must continue to reveal something about yourself. You can’t just leave the conversation at the anchor; otherwise it will go quiet and awkward again. When you reveal something about yourself, it makes the conversation more personal and interesting.ENCOURAGE – Once you’ve done your job of starting the conversation and revealing something about yourself, you need to be able to encourage them to talk next. The ARE method is a great way to get small talk started, as it covers all of the important bases. Me Too MomentsI love trying to find the “Me Too” Moment (M2M) on a conversation. How does it work? When a similarity is mentioned, say “Me too” but then this is the absolute key: get right back to “them” - don’t take this moment and take the conversation hostage. Think of a news broadcast where someone is onsite bringing the news. At the end of their report they always end with the same four words, “Now, back to you.” Those are four perfect words to use after “Me too” so after you let someone know “Me too now back to you” is a simple one-liner which lets the communicator know you’re absolutely listening and you have similarities. They may choose to have you jump right in right then. They may circle back. Or they may simply forget. Your job is to respect the moment no matter what they choose to do. It shows high emotional intelligence to be able to resonate and leave the next response into the other person’s hands.Too many people get excited for the “Me too” moment and unintentionally steal the spotlight and hijack the moment. They mean well but just simply unaware of what is happening in that moment.Resources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube

Scott Mawdesley Bio:Scott has traveled extensively both internationally and across the US training leaders around discipleship strategy and how to better create spaces for community.He is currently the Spiritual Father Program Director at Man in the Mirror leading the vision toward raising up 10,000 spiritual fathers through intergenerational discipleship.  He also leads his own non-profit, Dads on Tap, gathering thousands of dads annually to help craft better dads across his community. He is the host of 2 monthly podcasts: The Spiritual Fathers podcast and the Dads on Tap podcast. Scott lives with his wife of 23 years, Natalie and his son and daughter in Buford, GA where he enjoys cooking, making leather goods, finding the perfect cup of coffee and discovering the next great book to read!  Interview Questions:Q1:  How would you describe your personality? Extravert / Introvert / ambivert (a mixture of both) / how do you believe your personality affects your interaction with people?Q2.  When you walk into a room and do not know a single person, how would you respond? (More stay to yourself or look for someone to talk to asap)Q3.  How have you learned the “importance of communication” in a business interaction? Who is or was your biggest influence in your life on business social skills? Q4.  How do you utilize asking questions in a conversation?Q5.  What impresses you with another person in an interaction?Q6.  Why do people hesitate to go deeper in conversations?Q7.  Who was your model who best represented business social skills in your life?Q8.  What mistakes do you see when people are interacting with each other? How should they change it?Q9.  You’re a person of heart, how do you work your way to making that human connection?Q10.:  What would you say is still challenging for you when interacting with people?Bonus Question - you buy five questions you get one free…What are you learning right now / how are you being challenged?Top Five Rapid Fire RoundGood or bad remembering names… Good or bad listener if completely honest…What is your pet peeve or just drives you crazy about people?A strength you bring into a conversation…How do you know when you’re starting to connect with another person?Scott Mawdesley LinkedIn to connectResources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube

So, let’s get to the three focus area of an Elite Business Connector:Communication - This focus area is all about me and preparation for focus area number two…Conversation - This focus are is all about you or me and being able to start a conversation that draws the other person in and wanting more which should naturally lead to a…Connection - This focus area is about us and this is the ultimate goal but it doesn’t come easy. You must do the first two focus areas of communication and conversation for the third focus area of connect, even has a shot.How we communicate is how we eventually connect. As a result,  John Maxwell has The Five C’s of Effective Communication:Concise – Think length and how you can communicate your point in the shortest yet effective way as possible while most people continue to talk hoping they actually figure out what they're trying to say. Avoid irrelevant tangents and prevent over-explaining. Clear – Think instant understanding by other people. Your words and pace are simple making sure the message you're trying to communicate is understood.InControl – Think guiding the direction of the conversation and knowing where you're going with your communication so you can end up where you planned to go with not only your words but also your questions. Be Courteous– Think conversation manners of please, thank you, and sorry. It also means not interrupting and being truly engaged in every way in the conversation. Be Confident– People will be interested in whatever you have to say when they can see that you’re truly confident in it. When you're conscious of what you say, you can be more confident. And it shows a lot of confidence to tell someone exactly what you want to talk about. When you do this, you need to make sure you speak in a respectful and friendly tone, because you don’t want to come off too bossy or intense. LinksHarvest Business SchoolResources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube

So what is episode 000? This is the unofficial, off the record, between us girls, episode going all triple zero on you.  This is the underground episode to give you the 411 on all things Elite Business Connector Podcast.A Little About Me…I’m Bryan Paul Buckley and as mentioned a husband of one and father of five with four boys and one daughter who we like to say is a rose among thorns with being smack dab in the middle.  We have two golden retrievers named Hurley and Oakley and we live in the Chicago land suburbs. I’m also a Chicago sports loyalists which means I’m glutton for punishment and false hope. I’ve written three books on business travel:Elite Road Warrior - Six Energy Habits to Master the Business Travel - if you’re a road warrior there’s almost 100 episodes of The Elite Road Podcast the 2nd book is leadership based and called…Elite Business Travel Boss - The Unwritten Success for Leading Business Travel Teams and my last and most recent is…The Road Warrior After God’s Own Heart - Exploring Six Seasons of King David’s Life Through a Business Traveler’s EyesAnd my 4th book is called Elite Business Connector - How to Develop and Master Business Social Skills.  And this podcast is a based on this specific book.The Ideal Listener for this podcast are business professionals who interact with people on a regular basis. Sales, customer service, and hospitality would be ideal listeners. But it can be anyone who wants to improve their people skills can benefit from this podcast too.Show Rhythm: odd numbered episodes are content driven and the even numbered episodes will be interviews with subject matter experts. I want you to learn from me but also subject matter experts from authors to professional connectors.Show Length: I’m usually on the road and don’t prefer taking three different time frames to listen to just finish one episodeMy attention span. I have letters at the back of my name but not PHD but ADHD.Tone: Informational - I want you to learn useful information that you can use right awayEncouraging - I want you to feel like you do something with this information to make you betterChallenging - I don’t want you to stay the same but feel challenged to apply what you’re learningSnarky with my one-liners since it’s a gift Entertaining - I am a fan of the funny, like to have a good time and whatever is said on the podcast, stays on this podcastResources to Use:The System Elite Connectors Use to Remember NamesIf you’re serious about improving your business communication skills, I created a step-by-step system you can download right now — absolutely free.👉 Grab it here: 30 Connection Questions for Stronger Business ConversationsThis is a proven question set to improve every conversation in the 1st 5 minutes.👉 Grab it here: Buy the 1st 5 Minutes Book:1st 5 Minutes BookFollow Me on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramYouTube