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Real Business Connections

Real Business Connections

Di: Ben Albert
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REAL Conversations w/ REAL business leaders making a REAL difference in our world!!!!


Yes, we’re a marketing podcast.


We dive into social selling, content marketing, networking, and LinkedIn, but we’re so much more.


We’re about the habits, mindsets, and strategies that create true growth, connection, and fulfillment.


Host Ben Albert chats with everyone from world-famous marketers, entrepreneurs, and sales geniuses to behavior scientists, wellness experts, and even near-death experience survivors. Each guest brings raw stories and insights, bridging real business success with personal growth.


His role? To pull out the best nibbles of wisdom, packing decades of experience into minutes for you, the listener.


Yes, we get actionable. However, we also look at the story behind the story. This podcast is a deep dive into struggle, failure, frustration, and how to develop true resilience that actually leads to success.


We tackle important topics such as:


• Why networking matters in business

• Proven ways to increase revenue

• Building real connections in business

• Content marketing for maximum visibility

• Using LinkedIn for social selling success

• Self-development goals for entrepreneurs

• How human behavior shapes success

• Mastering the art of persuasion

• Tips to crush your business goals

• Confidence in public speaking

• How to ask the right questions

• Creating an unforgettable brand

• Storytelling that builds belonging

• Habits for resilience in business

• What is real success?


Real Business Connections: on a mission to actually move the needle on 1 million lives, one conversation at a time!



Show Key:

LST= LEARN SPEAK TEACH

ROC: ROCHESTER(NY) BUSINESS CONNECTIONS

FMF: FIFTEEN MINUTE FRIDAY

HIT: REAL HITS

Bite: BEN'S BITES

GG: Real Talk w/ GrowGetters

AB²C Lunch Break Live - LinkedIn Panel Live Stream

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Episodi
  • How to Make New Friends and Stand Out Online w/ Nick Gray (LST #144)

    How to Make New Friends and Stand Out Online w/ Nick Gray (LST #144)
    Feb 2 2026
    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 episode, Nick shares practical tips on how to make new friends and expand your social circle. He also highlights trending tools that make connecting with others easier, whether for personal growth or business networking.Nick also dives into his viral blind date that gained 27 million impressions, offering an inside look at what made it so successful. Moreover, he discusses how to create a Personal Friend Newsletter that provides real value and fosters genuine connections.Finally, Nick discusses the importance of having a personal website and shares tips for creating one that stands out. He also provides guidance on how to tour a museum for the best possible experience.During this episode, you will learn about:[00:00] Trailer [01:17] Nick’s First Time On The Show https://realbusinessconnections.com/podcast/nickgray/[02:30] Making New Friends[03:40] The 2-Hour Cocktail Party: https://bit.ly/3Ix0OYk[06:05] Viral blind date[07:40] Friend Newsletter[20:33] Personal Website[24:01] PersonalWebsites.net[25:21] http://realbenalbert.com[29:18] PersonalWebsite.org[32:59] Museum Hack[48:01] Connect with Nick • Friend Newsletter: https://nickgray.net/signup-for-email-updates/• The 2-Hour Cocktail Party: https://party.pro/book/Key Takeaways: • When sending a friendship newsletter, focus on adding value first, such as offering personal recommendations. ~Nick Gray [10:56]• “Perfect is the enemy of good. ~Nick Gray [15:45]• Including a picture of yourself in your friend newsletter is helpful because it creates a personal and human connection. ~Nick Gray [19:52]• A personal website is one of the simplest ways to influence the first few results that appear on Google and ChatGPT. ~Nick Gray [20:56]People Mentioned and Other Resources:1. The 2-Hour Cocktail Party: https://bit.ly/3Ix0OYk2. Partiful: https://partiful.com/3. Luma: https://luma.com/4. Carrd: https://carrd.co/5. nownownow.comKeep In Touch with Nick Gray:Website: https://nickgray.net/Twitter: https://twitter.com/nickgraynewsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickgraynews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickgraynews/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/newfriend?fref=tsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/nickgray—Follow Balbert…Facebook: www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnectionsInstagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/–LST is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/
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    50 min
  • How AI Changes Your Customers w/ Mark Schaefer (LST #143)

    How AI Changes Your Customers w/ Mark Schaefer (LST #143)
    Jan 26 2026
    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 Your Customers. Together, they dive into the intersection of AI and humanity in business and unpack a critical question for our times: does the most human company still win even as artificial intelligence becomes more sophisticated?Whether you want to stand out against the rising tide of AI or find new ways to blend technology with real human connection, this episode offers nuggets of wisdom to help your brand move to the next level. Grab a notebook and pen and tune in.During this episode, you will learn about:[00:00] Trailer[01:31] Human first companies[04:56] Tactical empathy[05:45] Strategic awkwardness[10:19] Creativity and art in businesses[17:15] AI in a decade[18:01] The Diaper Business blog[20:00] Offsite versus onsite marketing[23:08] AI as a decision marker vs overrides[26:46] Creating override in decision making[30:24] Transcendent content[35:39] Brand culture[39:05] AI relationships[45:03] Get Mark’s bookAmazon: https://www.amazon.com/How-Changes-Your-Customers-Marketing-ebook/dp/B0FQ67TBHF [47:19] Creative ways to use AIKey Takeaways: • "In the future, the most human company might be a blend of real people and AI."~Mark Schaefer [02:51]• "AI is not empathetic. It gives the illusion of empathy." ~Mark Schaefer [03:46]• "Behind these AI interactions is a business plan."~Mark Schaefer [05:01]• "The real human value comes down to vulnerability and shared experiences." ~Mark Schaefer [08:35]• What's missing in the business voice today is this human connection, friendliness, accessibility, and vulnerability. ~Dr. Philip Kotler [12:01]• "There's no such thing as a weakness.There's just an overdone strength." ~Mark Schaefer [40:16]• You've got to bring the thunder every time. In everything that you do, double down on the quality. It's really the only way to win in this noisy world.~Mark Schaefer [51:52]People Mentioned and Other Resources:1. Marketing Rebellion2. Belonging to the BrandKeep In Touch with Mark Schaefer:Website: https://businessesgrow.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markwschaefer/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MarkSchaefer —Follow Balbert…Facebook: www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnectionsInstagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/ –LST is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/
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    54 min
  • This Corporate VP Quit to Build an 8-Figure Business w/ Eric Winegard (RBC #152)

    This Corporate VP Quit to Build an 8-Figure Business w/ Eric Winegard (RBC #152)
    Jan 19 2026
    Rochester Business Connections Episode #152 with Eric Winegard.Watch this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/lemHfNQRwbAIs 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 Moon Marketing into an eight-figure business heading toward nine figures.In this episode, Eric Winegard joins Ben Albert on the show to share nuggets of wisdom on how we can create successful businesses no matter where we are. Eric advocates for starting marketing efforts by first understanding social media platforms and creating content that resonates with your audience. He also emphasizes the power of networking and shares how we can use AI to generate unlimited leads.Are you ready to take your business to the next level? Grab a notebook and pen, Eric has some powerful notes for you to take home.During this episode, you will learn about:[00:00] Trailer[01:22] Timing[02:22] The competitive Eric[04:37] The exit from corporate[08:21] Entrepreneurship mindset[10:23] Entrepreneurship takeaways[11:28] Services: addition vs subtraction[17:14] Limitless leads[24:02] Learn about Eric’s AIrunday.ai[24:35] Inception of Rare Blue Moon Marketing[32:50] Working with your partner[40:55] Business owner marketing[50:53] Support Eric WinegardInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericwinegardofficial/Website: https://rarebluemoon.io/eric-alexis-winegard/[52:27] Sales tipKey Takeaways: • People will tell you that the best producers don't always make the best managers, but a lot of times you can learn so much from them. ~Eric Winegard [03:46]• “There's a lot to learn in business. It's not just sales.” ~ Eric Winegard [09:51]• I think in a way AI is going to be a blessing because the birth rate is so low, the people to service these low-level jobs aren’t even going to be there. ~ Eric Winegard [15:23]• “No business relationship is built without trust, and trust is built through conversation.” ~Ben Albert [21:53]• “I can't stress enough how many people don't take this step because they're just insecure about what other people are going to say.” ~Eric Winegard [45:25]• “People do business with the best people.” ~ Eric Winegard [53:40]Keep In Touch with Eric Winegard:Website: https://rarebluemoon.io/eric-alexis-winegard/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-winegard-93892717/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericwinegardofficial/ —Follow Balbert…Facebook: www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnectionsInstagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/ –RBC is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/
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    51 min
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