by Michael Goldberg | Sep 22, 2026 | Business, Community, Networking, Referrals
“If you work hard in training, the fight is easy.” – Manny Pacquiao Manny Pacquiao is one of the most accomplished boxers in history. His career is especially remarkable because he moved through an enormous range of weight classes while continuing to win at the... 
by Michael Goldberg | Sep 15, 2026 | Business, Community, Networking, Referrals
My F45 coach, Jenna, said those three words to me during my final laps of a HYROX simulation race this past weekend. I completed the half version in preparation for the full HYROX scheduled for October. And after pushing myself through 500-meter SkiErgs, weighted sled... 
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 | 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...
