by Michael Goldberg | Sep 2, 2026 | Business, Community, Networking, Referrals
I recently delivered a talk for a large group of job searchers about networking. As in how to land more connections, more interviews, and gain more confidence. If more job searchers bit down on their mouthpieces and got more serious about networking, there would be... 
by Michael Goldberg | Aug 27, 2026 | Business, Community, Networking, Referrals
Just off our most recent LIVE networking event in Sarasota. First time hosting a LIVE event there! We sold out the room! Progress continues! Thank you to Isaiah Leslie and Regal Court Reporting, Inc. for your active participation and for being our sponsor! Our next... 
by Michael Goldberg | Aug 18, 2026 | Business, Community, Networking, Referrals
I was honored, and surprised, that after my fitness bootcamp at F45 this weekend, I was recognized for completing 100 classes. Photo op, signage, the whole shebang. No easy feat for an old man like me. Like Rocky, I’m old and brittle. Be that as it may, in each class... 
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)....
