by Michael Goldberg | Jul 21, 2026 | Business, Community, Networking, Referrals
One of the best ways to start a dialogue with someone at a networking event, cocktail party, or business meeting is to ask an interesting question or statement. Closed-Ended vs. Open-Ended Questions You could open with a closed-ended question like, “Are you a member...
by Michael Goldberg | Jul 14, 2026 | Business, Community, Networking, Referrals
But first, a late entry to last week’s post about comedy, connecting, yada yada. Yes, some legends including Jerry Seinfeld, Kevin Hart, David Letterman, Jay Leno, Louis CK, Amy Schumer, Howie Mandel, Chelsea Handler, and Sebastian Maniscalco (mentioned in a comment)....
by Michael Goldberg | Aug 19, 2023 | Networking
Not following up is kryptonite to business networking! Just ask Superman. One of the best ways to never do business with anyone you meet is to never follow up with them. It’s all about the FU, as one of my clients likes to say. Remember the days when you had a stack...
by Michael Goldberg | Sep 13, 2021 | Business, Networking
Five Keys to a Great Email Introduction Pretty basic stuff I know. You’re probably thinking you introduce people through email all the time. Well, there is an intro…and then there is an intro! Here are best practices to help you make (and receive!) more and better...