Real Business Connections

Learn Speak Teach Episode #144 with Nick Gray. Making new friends doesn’t have to be challenging. With the right approach, you can build meaningful personal relationships and grow valuable business connections with ease. Joining us today is Nick Gray, an entrepreneur and the author of the best-selling book The 2-Hour Cocktail Party: How to Build Big Relationships with Small Gatherings . In the epi...

Learn Speak Teach Episode #143 with Mark Schaefer. AI is evolving every day, and it is getting incredibly close to producing human-like responses. As this happens, the big question becomes: will the most human companies still win? In this episode, Ben is joined by Mark Schaefer, author, marketing thought leader, and a fourth time guest on the podcast. Mark also has a new book titled How AI Changes...

Rochester Business Connections Episode #152 with Eric Winegard. Watch this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/lemHfNQRwbA Is it too late for you to transition from corporate to entrepreneurship? Eric Winegard believes it’s never too late. He walked away from corporate life as a top-producing Vice President and took a leap into entrepreneurship. Together with his wife, Eric has built Rare Blue Mo...

Learn Speak Teach Episode #142 with Danielle Fette. If you cut part of your finger and it fell to the floor, what do you think would be the best way to fix it? Have it sewn back? That’s the traditional approach medicine would take. Danielle Fette and her company have invented a technology that gives your body instructions to regrow the missing part of your finger. With this technology, sewing a bo...

Real Talk with GrowGetters Episode #29 with Stan Phelps. Most businesses lose their edge by imitating competitors instead of embracing their uniqueness. One powerful way to stand out is to do less of what everyone else does and focus on what truly sets your brand apart, creating a lasting impact. In this exclusive ‘Ask Me Anything’ episode from the Growgetters ONLY Inner Circle, we are thrilled to...

Rochester Business Connections Episode #151 with Jesse Cruz. Have you ever experienced stage fright? That sudden wave of panic just before you face an audience, when your heart races and your mind goes blank. It can make even the most prepared person doubt themselves, yet it’s not a sign of weakness. Today, Jesse Cruz shares tips on how we can deal with stage fright. Jesse Cruz is an international...

Learn Speak Teach Episode #141 with Richard Moore.   The majority of people join LinkedIn to find new clients, yet many struggle to convert their engagement into actual business. You may be getting likes, follows, and comments, but are you actually converting them into sales? In this episode, Ben Albert speaks with Richard Moore, a conversion coach who specializes in helping coaches and consu...

Real Talk with GrowGetters Episode #28 with Heather Parady. Many entrepreneurs struggle to break through the market noise and create content that truly resonates with their audience. However, by leveraging the art of storytelling in content creation, they can share their stories in a compelling way that captivates audiences and builds meaningful connections. “In this exclusive ‘Ask Me Anything’ ep...

Learn Speak Teach Episode #140 with Jeff C West. Many people hold misconceptions about money and wealth without realizing how these beliefs shape their decisions and limit their potential. Understanding and confronting these misconceptions is the first step toward true financial independence. Today, we are joined by Jeff C. West, renowned speaker and international authority on sales & leadersh...

Learn Speak Teach Episode #139 with Anika Jackson. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is influencing nearly every industry and transforming the way we live, work, and connect with the world. Nevertheless, it’s essential to understand that AI is designed to enhance and support human efforts, not replace them. Joining us on the show is Anika Jackson, a professor at USC Annenberg specializing in digital me...

Learn Speak Teach Episode #138 with Matthew Rouse. Lately, layoffs have become the order of the day. Companies are replacing people with AI to cut costs and increase efficiency. As a result, many people are afraid for their jobs. But the truth is ,AI isn’t the devil it’s been painted to be. It has its good, bad, and ugly sides. Matthew Rouse, author, digital marketing expert, and self-proclaimed “...

Learn Speak Teach Episode #137 with Eric Jorgenson. Scribe Media, once a top name in the publishing world, fell from industry leader in 2021 to bankruptcy by May 2023. Its collapse left hundreds of employees and freelancers jobless, authors who had paid in full with nothing in return, and investors defrauded of millions. In this episode, Eric Jorgenson shares how he stepped in as CEO of Scribe Med...

Freestyle Rap Track Inspired By my top takeaways from The Bookthinkers Live 2025. https://www.bookthinkers.com/ Freestyle Rap written using my custom Rap Lyric Songwriter GPT: https://chatgpt.com/g/g-68117a0e4f648191b790ed5006b62ac9-rap-lyric-songwriter + https://suno.com/ I HOPE TO SEE YOU IN 2026 AND BEYOND! ----- Follow Balbert… Facebook www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections Instagram: www.i...

Real Talk with GrowGetters Episode #27 with Alex Sanfilippo. Many people struggle with podcasting, whether it is finding the right guests, conducting good interviews, or mastering the skills of hosting and guesting. The truth is, podcast success isn’t about luck. It takes strategy, preparation, and purpose. So what are the secrets behind successful podcasting? Discover the secrets in this exclusiv...

Learn Speak Teach Episode #136 with Ryan Koral. If your business isn’t leveraging video, you’re overlooking one of the biggest drivers of growth. Strategic video content has the power to captivate your audience, build trust, and drive real business results. In this episode, Ben Albert sits down with Ryan Koral, a filmmaker turned entrepreneur, podcast host, and coach who empowers creatives and bus...

Learn Speak Teach Episode #135 with Megan Robinson. In this special episode, Megan Robinson and Ben break down the 4 types of connection — Fun, Manipulative, Deep, and Power. You're getting a rare, behind-the-scenes brainstorm with two minds riffing in real time. We don’t just talk about connection, we build it live — sharing examples, missteps, and frameworks that shift how you see relationships,...

Learn Speak Teach Episode #134 with Naida Allen. Many of us spend our lives chasing things that don’t truly bring joy or fulfillment. In this episode, Naida Allen challenges us to pause and reflect: What do we really want from life, and what will genuinely make us feel fulfilled? By living in alignment with what makes you happy, you open the door to deeper fulfillment, greater longevity, and a hea...

Real Talk with GrowGetters Episode #26 with Roger Wakefield. Is your business on YouTube? If not, you’re missing one of the biggest growth opportunities on the world’s second-largest search engine. YouTube provides a platform to build your brand, reach a wider audience, and engage them effectively. Today’s exclusive “Ask Me Anything” episode from the GrowGetters Only community features Roger Wakef...

Learn Speak Teach Episode #133 with Christene Marie. Many people live with regrets because they move through life unconsciously, operating on autopilot and relying on default patterns shaped in childhood. The more deeply we know ourselves, the clearer we become about what we truly want and the vision we hold for our lives and businesses. Knowing ourselves empowers us to tell stories that genuinely...

Learn Speak Teach Episode #132 with William Milliken. Have you considered how narrowing your niche could give your business a competitive edge? The more targeted your niche, the higher your chances of success. In today’s episode, we learn from William Milliken, the President & Co-Founder of Swoop Scoop®️ , a dog waste removal company serving over 2,000 recurring clients. William shares the sto...

Learn Speak Teach Episode #131 with Austin Armstrong. How many followers do you have on Facebook? Would you like to grow your audience? If the answer is yes, this episode is for you. Ben Albert interviews content creation powerhouse Austin Armstrong, founder of Syllaby and a social media juggernaut with millions of followers across platforms like Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram. Austin shares his...

Real Talk with GrowGetters Episode #25 with Cal Fussman. Mastering the art of interviewing goes beyond asking questions. It’s about building genuine connections and creating an atmosphere where guests feel encouraged to share their most authentic thoughts and experiences. In this exclusive “Ask Me Anything” episode from the GrowGetters Only community, we are honored to have Cal Fussman, an America...

Learn Speak Teach Episode #130 with Adrianne Hart. Imagine stepping on stage as a keynote speaker, your introduction perfectly planned with drones and paper airplanes, yet anxiety still creeps in. That’s exactly where Ben Albert found himself. But after just a few minutes of guided hypnosis with wellness hypnotist Adrianne Hart, his brilliant unconscious mind unlocked, and the tension melted away....

Learn Speak Teach Episode #129 with Erica Mallett. Between Kanye West and Ellen DeGeneres, who do you think is the most lovable celebrity? If you guessed Ellen, you’re wrong! If Ellen is truly as lovable as we think, why was it so easy to have her canceled- while Kanye, despite having done worse, seems uncancellable? That’s the power of contradictions. Erica Mallett sits with Ben for an eye-openin...

Freestyle Rap Track Inspired By my top takeaways from The Vidfest Expo 2025. https://vidfestexpo.com/ Freestyle Rap written using my custom Rap Lyric Songwriter GPT: https://chatgpt.com/g/g-68117a0e4f648191b790ed5006b62ac9-rap-lyric-songwriter + https://suno.com/ I HOPE TO SEE YOU IN 2026 AND BEYOND! ----- Follow Balbert… Facebook www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections Instagram: www.instagram.c...