by Michael Goldberg | Oct 22, 2026 | Business, Community, Networking, Referrals
I just had the pleasure of leading a LIVE networking event in Atlanta c/o THE Networking Group or TNG! I must mention the LIVE thing since many of our events are virtual, except for the ones that aren’t. Our attendees were made up of financial advisors, M&A... 
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 | 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...
