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 | Jul 7, 2026 | Business, Community, Networking, Referrals
I love stand-up comedy! The greats can find the funny where there typically isn’t any funny—often taking difficult, sometimes even tragic situations and making us laugh about them. My Mount Rushmore of comics include Dave Attell, Joan Rivers, Greg Giraldo, Robin... 
by Michael Goldberg | Apr 1, 2026 | Business, Community, Networking, Referrals
5 networking best practices can transform how you build relationships and grow your business. Networking is often misunderstood as collecting business cards or adding contacts on LinkedIn. In reality, networking is about building genuine, mutually beneficial... 
by Michael Goldberg | Dec 18, 2025 | Business, Networking
Here are some quick holiday networking tips on how to “work the room” while socializing and celebrating! KEEP IT LIGHT: HOLIDAY NETWORKING TIPS THAT WORK Probably not the best time to get into heavy conversations about life insurance, the economy, or anything else...
