BNI San Diego Podcast

In this special episode recorded at the BNI Global Convention 2025 in Sydney, Australia, Executive Director Ed Wilson sits down with one of the most respected voices in BNI worldwide — Kathryn Saggers, Executive Director of BNI Beverages (UK), global trainer, and mentor to thousands. With 20 years in BNI, Kathryn shares the true heartbeat of our global organization — not just the results, but the relationships, the resilience, and the real-life transformations that happen when we lead with Givers Gain. ✨ In this episode, you’ll hear: ✅ Kathryn’s unexpected journey from interior design to global BNI leadership ✅ How one chapter rally rebuilt a member’s life after tragedy ✅ Why she defines BNI as “business karma” — give good, get good ✅ What it means to raise your hand and say yes to leadership ✅ The impact of mentorship (and why “Uncle Phil” changed her life) ✅ Why BNI is more than business — it’s family, friendship, and humanity 💬 “We all joined for business. But what we stay for? That’s the real story.” 🎧 Tune in to rediscover the humanity behind the referrals — and why BNI continues to grow leaders around the world. 📬 Want to share your BNI story? Email: [email protected] 👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more global episodes 💬 Who has been YOUR BNI mentor? Shout them out in the comments! Have a topic you’d like us to highlight? Please share with us via email at [email protected].   Visit us online: https://bnisd.comBNI is the world's most successful organization of its type in the world. Members pass millions of referrals which translates to billions of dollars in business.BNI San Diego(619) 255-2620Visit a chapter: https://bnisd.com/en-US/findachapter

Live from the BNI Global Convention 2025 in Sydney, this episode features a rich and heartfelt conversation between Ed Wilson and Francois Garon, Executive Director of BNI Quebec and co-author of the French edition of "Who's In Your Room?" Together, they explore the intersection of humanity and business—why who you let into your life matters, how core values determine everything, and why mental health, connection, and consistency are more crucial now than ever. 💡 In this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ Why "Who's in Your Room?" is more than a metaphor—it’s a strategy for your life ✅ How to align with BNI’s core values to avoid burnout and thrive ✅ The epidemic of loneliness among entrepreneurs—and how BNI helps combat it ✅ Why relationship-building is slow by design (and why that’s a good thing) ✅ The “orange tree” parable: stop uprooting too early ✅ The difference between showing up and doing the work ✅ How trust—once earned—accelerates everything 🔑 “Success is an equation of expertise + humanity.” — Francois Garon 🎧 Tune in to discover how BNI isn't just a referral engine—it's a human engine. 📬 Want to share your BNI story? Email: [email protected] 💬 Comment: Who’s in YOUR room—and how do they support your growth? 🔔 Subscribe for more global insights, personal stories, and powerful tools #BNISanDiego #BNIPodcast #FrancoisGaron #WhosInYourRoom #BNIQuebec #BNIGlobalConvention #GiversGain #RelationshipMarketing #EntrepreneurSupport #BNISuccess #MentalHealthInBusiness #CoreValuesMatter #SpeedOfTrust #ReferralNetworking #BNICommunity Have a topic you’d like us to highlight? Please share with us via email at [email protected].   Visit us online: https://bnisd.comBNI is the world's most successful organization of its type in the world. Members pass millions of referrals which translates to billions of dollars in business.BNI San Diego(619) 255-2620Visit a chapter: https://bnisd.com/en-US/findachapter

We’re back in Australia for part two with Kamryn Reynolds, recorded live at the BNI Global Convention in Sydney 🌏 In this follow-up to the powerful “What If It Works” conversation, Kamryn and Ed dive deep into how your appearance, energy, and consistency all influence how people perceive you—and whether or not they trust you with their referrals. 🔥 In this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ Why perception = reality in business ✅ How to align your image with your intention ✅ Why showing up early, staying late, and engaging is everything ✅ How to dress and carry yourself based on how you want to be referred ✅ Why mistakes—when corrected—can actually build more credibility ✅ The subtle art of presence: posture, tone, and approachability ✅ The mindset shift from “inviting” to connecting 💡 “In BNI, you only have to be incredible for two hours a week—so show up like it.” 🎧 Tune in now to level up how you present yourself, your brand, and your business—everywhere you go. 📬 Want to be a guest? Email: [email protected] 💬 Comment: What’s one way YOU intentionally “show up”? 👍 Like this episode 🔔 Subscribe for more real conversations from BNI members around the world Have a topic you’d like us to highlight? Please share with us via email at [email protected].   Visit us online: https://bnisd.comBNI is the world's most successful organization of its type in the world. Members pass millions of referrals which translates to billions of dollars in business.BNI San Diego(619) 255-2620Visit a chapter: https://bnisd.com/en-US/findachapter

Live from the BNI Global Convention in Sydney, Executive Director Ed Wilson reconnects with long-time friend and international BNI leader Antonio Afonso, who oversees BNI Centro (Portugal) and South Brazil. In this inspiring and practical conversation, Antonio shares how one referral changed his life, how BNI expanded his company across continents, and how ANY business owner can use BNI to scale from local to global.  🔥 In this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ The 3 questions every business owner must answer for growth ✅ How to connect instead of invite (language matters!) ✅ Why BNI isn’t just a meeting—it’s an opportunity ✅ The difference between selling bread & butter vs. caviar ✅ How diamond chapters (100+ members!) are thriving in Brazil ✅ Why your weekly presentation is your chance to elevate ✅ How to position yourself for higher-value referrals and clients 💥 “If you only ask for bread, you’ll only get bread. BNI gives you access to caviar. Ask for it.” 🎧 This is a must-listen for BNI members ready to level up—and for business owners worldwide who think they’ve already reached the top. 📬 Want to share your BNI story? Email: [email protected] 👍 Like this episode 🔔 Subscribe for weekly interviews 💬 Comment: Are you asking for butter… or caviar?  Have a topic you’d like us to highlight? Please share with us via email at [email protected] us online: https://bnisd.comBNI is the world's most successful organization of its type in the world. Members pass millions of referrals which translates to billions of dollars in business.BNI San Diego(619) 255-2620Visit a chapter: https://bnisd.com/en-US/findachapter

We’re back with another My BNI Story. This time from the BNI Global Convention in Sydney, Australia!  Meet Faarooq Dean, a BNI member from Sydney’s Northwest Pendris region, who went from joining BNI just one year ago… to being selected to design and print ALL the signage and branding for the Global Convention at ICC Sydney 😮  💡 In this powerful member spotlight, you’ll learn: ✅ How one referral changed the course of his business ✅ The role BNI played in launching and scaling his print company ✅ What “Givers Gain” looks like in action across borders ✅ How BNI has impacted his business, family, and life ✅ Why he says, “I’m in BNI until I drop dead!” ✅ His dream to open a chapter in his home country of Fiji  Whether you're a brand new member or a BNI veteran, Faarooq’s story is a reminder that the size of your results is only limited by the size of your belief.  🎧 Tune in now to hear how belief, consistency, and the BNI system created a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.  📬 Want to share your BNI story? Email: [email protected] 👍 Like this episode 🔔 Subscribe for more inspiring member spotlights 💬 Comment below: What’s the biggest door BNI has opened for YOU?  Have a topic you’d like us to highlight? Please share with us via email at [email protected] us online: https://bnisd.comBNI is the world's most successful organization of its type in the world. Members pass millions of referrals which translates to billions of dollars in business.BNI San Diego(619) 255-2620Visit a chapter: https://bnisd.com/en-US/findachapter