Elite Business Connector Podcast

Bryan Paul Buckley

If you're in the people business then this podcast is for you. Learn how to develop and master business social skills. This podcast has both content-driven and interview-driven episodes to keep the podcast creative. High energy, fast-paced, and practical.

  1. 2D AGO

    014 - Six Connection Skills Behind Every Elite Business Connector

    When was the last time a business conversation actually went the way you planned? Not the slide deck.  Not the proposal.  The conversation. In this episode of the Elite Business Connector Podcast, Bryan Buckley breaks down the six connection skills that separate average communicators from elite business connectors—especially in the first five minutes of any business conversation. Too many professionals rely on titles, credentials, or hope to carry the conversation. Elite connectors don’t wing conversations—they engineer connection. You’ll learn: The three focus areas that drive elite communication: Communication, Conversation, and ConnectionThe ARE Be Skills: Be Aware, Be Real, Be EngagingThe ALL Do Skills: Ask, Listen, LearnWhy being a “people person” doesn’t guarantee real connectionHow to use better questions, locked-in listening, and observational intelligence to stand out fastHow to create trust, momentum, and clarity—without sounding scripted or salesyWhether you’re in sales, leadership, or any role where conversations matter, these six skills are learnable, repeatable, and immediately applicable. Elite business connectors don’t rely on personality.  They rely on skill. 🎧 Subscribe for weekly insights on communication, connection, and influence 📩 Questions or feedback? Email Bryan at Bryan@BryanBuckleySpeaks.com 🌐 Learn more at BryanBuckleySpeaks.com

    29 min

  2. JAN 28

    013 - How the 1st 5 Minutes Framework Gives You an Edge

    What was your plan for the first five minutes of your last business conversation? If the honest answer is “I just winged it,” you’re not alone—but that approach is quietly costing you momentum, engagement, and trust before the conversation even gets going. In this episode of the Elite Business Connector Podcast, Bryan Buckley introduces the 1st 5 Minutes Framework—a simple, repeatable structure designed to help you leverage (not lose) the most critical minutes of every business conversation. Think guardrails, not handcuffs. You’ll learn how to stop leaving first impressions to chance and start showing up with intention, clarity, and confidence—without sounding scripted or forced. In this episode, you’ll discover: Why the 1st 5 Minutes determine the direction of the entire conversationWhat makes frameworks powerful—and why the right one creates freedom, not rigidityThe three-part structure of the 1st 5 Minutes Framework:The 1st Minute – Think PersonalThe Middle 3 Minutes – Think ProfessionalThe Last Minute – Think ProblemHow to build early connection, trust, and influence before talking businessA real-world example of using the framework in a sales conversationWhy most professionals lose momentum before they ever get to their pitchIf you’ve ever walked away from a meeting thinking “That could’ve gone better,” this episode will show you exactly why—and what to do differently next time. This framework is used by leaders, sales teams, and professionals to create better conversations, stronger relationships, and better outcomes—starting in the very first minutes. 🎧 Next Episode Preview (Episode 014): We’ll break down the Six Connection Skills of an Elite Business Connector—and how to use them immediately. 📘 Learn more about The 1st 5 Minutes book on Amazon 🎤 Interested in workshops or keynotes? Visit BryanBuckleySpeaks.com 📩 Questions or feedback? Email Bryan@BryanBuckleySpeaks.com Subscribe, share, and if you’re feeling generous—leave a review. You’ve got this. Now go leverage the first five minutes. 💥

    18 min
  3. 012 - Five Updates With Your Attention

    JAN 23

    012 - Five Updates With Your Attention

    Summary In this episode of the Elite Business Connector podcast, host Bryan Buckley shares five significant updates regarding his podcast and personal brand. He discusses the transition to video podcasting, the launch of his new speaking brand, the announcement of his fifth book titled 'The 1st 5 Minutes', the development of six connection skills, and the formation of a book launch team. Bryan emphasizes the importance of effective communication and connection in business, providing listeners with actionable insights and encouraging them to engage with his new initiatives. Takeaways The podcast is now available in video format.Bryan Buckley is launching a new speaking brand.His fifth book, 'The 1st 5 Minutes', is set to release soon.The book focuses on leveraging the first five minutes of conversation.Connection skills are essential for business success.Bryan is forming a book launch team for his new book.Effective communication can significantly impact business relationships.Listeners are encouraged to provide feedback on the podcast.The episode outlines actionable steps for listeners to engage with the content.Bryan emphasizes the importance of continuous improvement in communication skills.Chapters 00:00 - Introduction and Overview of Updates 03:07 - Transition to Video Podcasting 05:59 - Launch of Bryan Buckley Speaks Brand 08:56 - Announcement of New Book: The First Five Minutes 11:49 - Development of Six Connection Skills 14:44 - Book Launch Team and Conclusion Key Links: Bryan Buckley Speaks new brand website: https://bryanbuckleyspeaks.com/ Book Launch Team: https://media.bryanbuckleyspeaks.com/launch-team-linkedin 1st 5 Minutes Paperback Version https://www.amazon.com/1st-Minutes-Important-Connection-Influence/dp/B0GD6H2KKW/ref=sr_1_1?crid=NT5WYK323YZW&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.vxFJyRY4IpKE_bl6g52BeQ.6Sc03TSR2Agu3fWANNAfkTs90uyrclhee17a0WuNwaQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=1st+5+minutes+bryan+buckley&qid=1768056316&sprefix=%2Caps%2C114&sr=8-1 1st 5 Minutes Kindle Version: https://www.amazon.com/1st-Minutes-Important-Connection-Influence-ebook/dp/B0GBXR7LSB/ref=sr_1_1?crid=H6D2YZZMF8AY&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.vxFJyRY4IpKE_bl6g52BeQ.6Sc03TSR2Agu3fWANNAfkTs90uyrclhee17a0WuNwaQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=1st+5+minutes+bryan+buckley&qid=1769098803&sprefix=%2Caps%2C139&sr=8-1

    17 min

  4. 12/09/2024

    011 - What You Don't Know About a First Impression

    Podcast Big Idea: Your first impression is more important than you even realize Key Word: Endearment  Four Ways to Make the Most of a First Impression 1. Observe  2. Question 3. Remember 4. Endear Episode Takeaways: First impressions happen in a flash, but they can stick around for ages in business relationships.  It's not just what you say. Your look, body language, and those first few words all paint a picture of you.  Want to be the person everyone gravitates towards? Focus on making others feel like they're the star of the show.  Everyone’s favorite radio station is WKLN: The desire to be Known, Liked, and Needed.  Challenge: Before you hit that next meeting or event, take a second to think about the impression you want to give off. Practice your opening questions and comments.

    15 min

  5. 11/25/2024

    010 - Interview with Matt Havens

    Interview with Matt Havens Matt Havens is an international keynote speaker, reformed corporate leader, son of a comedian, and a firm believer we overcomplicate work by overthinking the solutions.  While Matt doesn’t take himself too seriously, he seriously delivers a high-energy, actionable, and hilarious message every time he takes a stage. Matt lives in Dallas, TX with his wife and best friend, Megan, and their twin daughters Avery and Emersyn.  When he’s not working, he’s probably trying to convince his daughters to love golf or plan the next family adventure. MattHavens.com LinkedIn

    36 min

  6. 11/19/2024

    009 - Which Conversational Personality Describes You?

    Podcast Big Idea: Each one of us has a conversational style that we need to find out which one is us and if it needs to be changed 18 Conversational Personalities: The Know-It-AllThe Bragger The One-Upper The Monopolizer The HijackerThe MechanicThe PretenderThe Inspector The Comedian The Re-routerThe SkepticThe Analyzer The TalkerThe Talk-over The Answer ManThe Empathizer The Involver The Connecter HUMOR BONUS CHAPTER - Adding Humor to Your Connections Media.BryanPaulBuckley.com/Bonus-Chapter

    15 min

  7. 11/11/2024

    008 - Interview with Joshua M. Evans

    Joshua Evans is a #1 best selling author, TEDx programmer, keynote speaker, adventure seeker, and proud father of 3.  He’s studied workplace behavior for over 15 years and has been featured in many publications including the Harvard Business Review, Wall Street Journal, and Huffington Post.   His clients include Fortune 500 companies, professional associations, and Government Agencies. Joshua’s goal is to bring purpose to the forefront of the future of work.

    34 min

  8. 11/04/2024

    007 - How to Leverage Go To One Liners in Your Conversations

    Go-To One-Liners  Here we go with my Top 20 go-to-one liners… Husband of one, father of five Not smart enough to take that personally  Visual of the suspect Thanks for coming but most of all, thanks for leaving Just between us girls Eating the best of the king's food and drinking the best of the king's wine Questions, comments, or snide remarks? Lies! Nothing but lies! (Usually when someone says they heard something positive about me.) Love to stay and chat (Jokingly trying to end a conversation where a tough question has been asked.) With all due disrespect Sharp as a bowling ball Clear as mud I live in a small midwestern town… (dramatic pause) called Chicago! Trying to get my girlish figure back If I want to be ignored, I’ll just go home In-and-out so nobody gets hurt You can't prove that! I make fun of that guy and now I’m that guy!Who’s who in the zooLet’s land this planeWho cares if everyone has heard the lines over and over. If the expressions produce a smile, laugh, or response, they work! I've found no matter how often someone hears a funny one-liner, they often enjoy it just as much the next time.   Top Five Ways to Make Your Own List: 1.  Find a place where you can keep an ongoing list. For me it was the notes app on my phone. The location doesn’t matter as much as easy access and only that one location. You may need to experience where is best to create your list and that’s fine but once you find a good rhythm, stick with the best location for you. 2. As soon as you hear yourself make a potential one-liner that elicits a response from someone, write it down immediately or as soon as you can. Now, if you’re anything like me, I have the best of intentions to remember and write it down later, and never ever comes and I lose that one-liner. So, if you say it amidst a conversation, I’ve literally asked the person I’m speaking with for some grace to write something down real quick then immediately jump back into the conversation. This ALWAYS works much better than going to my phone without asking permission which just flat out looks rude. 3. Practice these new one-liners the next time you’re with someone that your one-liner fits the context. The keyword is practice. It must come out naturally otherwise it will receive a “meh response.” Now, that doesn’t mean the one-liner is bad, it may be the delivery. You just need some practice. 4. I usually leverage the one-liner to ask a question after I get them to smile or laugh. For example, when they ask me where I’m from and I use my one-liner about the small mid-western town, I’ll ask them where they’re from to take the attention off of me and on to them. Once that happens, the conversation begins to flow so much easier.  5. Always remember, the one-liner is a means to an end. You want them to smile or laugh so they become a little more endeared to you and invested into the conversation. So here’s your challenges:  Begin immediately to start building your one-liner list - start with my list and see what works Practice your one-liners every single chance you get and see how they’re received then write those ones down and perfect their deliveryThen, commit to using them consistently—whether you're making small talk with a barista, networking at an event, greeting a guest, or pitching a potential client. Watch how applying these tools breathes new life into your interactions.  HUMOR BONUS CHAPTER - Adding Humor to Your Connections Media.BryanPaulBuckley.com/Bonus-Chapter

    16 min
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If you're in the people business then this podcast is for you. Learn how to develop and master business social skills. This podcast has both content-driven and interview-driven episodes to keep the podcast creative. High energy, fast-paced, and practical.

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  • Creator
    Bryan Paul Buckley
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Elite Business Connector Podcast
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