Networking Unleashed: The Podcast

Michael A Forman

This is the Podcast for Networking Unleashed: Building Profitable Connections, Define what you want to achieve through networking. Are you looking for new clients, partnerships, or career opportunities? Having clear goals will guide your efforts and make your networking more purposeful. Networking is about building genuine relationships. Be yourself and show genuine interest in others. Effective communication is not just about talking but also about listening. Pay attention to what others are saying, ask questions, and show empathy. After meeting someone, follow up with a personalized message. Mention something specific from your conversation to remind them of who you are. Networking is not a one-time activity. Hosted by Georgia keynote speaker Michael A. Forman, Networking Unleashed helps professionals turn conversations into clients through powerful communication and relationship strategy.

  1. Networking Unleashed: An Interview with Gal Borenstein and Michael A Forman, Professional Speaker

    2d ago

    Networking Unleashed: An Interview with Gal Borenstein and Michael A Forman, Professional Speaker

    Gal Borenstein gal@borensteingroup.com Please share a brief Bio. Gal S. Borenstein is an accomplished business author and the Founder and CEO of The Borenstein Group, a Washington, DC-area branding, marketing, and PR firm that helps B2B and B2G organizations earn trust, sharpen their positioning, and turn complex capabilities into market momentum. For 30 years, he has advised founders, CEOs, and CMOs in technology, defense, aerospace, cybersecurity, telecom, and services. He builds executive-grade brand architecture, messaging, content, web experiences, and PR that create authority and demand. A frequent podcast guest, he speaks on digital trust, marketing accountability, and AI’s impact on perception and brand trust. He also created The Guardian TRUST Ecosystem to help leaders strengthen brand trust. Gal Borenstein's Books include: (Latest Releases): 1. Beating Goliath with AI: The Small Business Playbook to Outsmart Your Biggest Competitors 2. Don't Believe the Hype: When Trust is on the Line- An Executive Guide on Keeping Your Brand Resilient in the Era of AI 3. What Really Counts for CEOS: Transform Overhead Into Revenue Through CEO-CMO Alignment & Revenue Proximity 4. Activate! Power Up Your Brand to Dominate Your Market in the Digital Age 5. What Really Counts for CEOS: Connect the Dots Between Marketing and Sales What are 2-3 things you would love to talk about? Branding strategy, erosion of brand trust in the age of digital and AI, keeping your brand resilient through trust frameworks. What are 2-3 things you would like to gain as a result of being on this podcast? Spread the knowledge and alert listeners to the importance of trust, especially now, during these uncertain times, amid fake reviews, transactional corporate culture, and growth. Any website you wish to share with the audience? https://a.co/d/0i8k4FRv Any social media links you wish to share with the audience? Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/galborensteinexecutiveprofile/ Michael is a business networking expert specializing in enhancing professionals' networking and communication skills to drive profitability. As a leading authority in this field, he is highly sought after for his dynamic presentations and workshops. His extensive experience has consistently led to significant improvements in corporate profitability by empowering individuals and organizations to connect more effectively and efficiently. https://www.michaelaforman.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelforman/ https://www.instagram.com/flyboy_197/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI6GkxoRFCk969A_rCfpHWQ Digital Courses https://michael-s-site-fc88.thinkific.com/

    43 min
  2. Networking Unleashed: An Interview with Scott Grozelle and Michael A Forman, Professional Speaker

    May 28

    Networking Unleashed: An Interview with Scott Grozelle and Michael A Forman, Professional Speaker

    Scott Grozelle Scott@calvinconcepts.ca Please share a brief Bio. Scott Grozelle is a home building industry veteran, author, and new-construction strategist who helps real estate professionals bridge the gap between real estate practice and builder reality. After more than two decades working inside the building industry — on job sites, in sales offices, and behind the scenes where most agents never get to go — Scott now teaches agents how to serve new-home clients with confidence, avoid costly miscommunication, and stand out as the expert builders respect. He is the author of several books including Construction Intelligence for Realtors, a practical guide that gives agents a clear understanding of how homes are built, how builders think, and how to represent clients more effectively in new construction transactions. Scott’s work empowers agents with real-world insights most training programs overlook, helping them build credibility, improve client outcomes, and grow their business with clarity and strategic confidence. What are 2-3 things you would love to talk about? Power of industry Knowledge, How authentic relationships (trust) out performs sales tactic What are 2-3 things you would like to gain as a result of being on this podcast? Connect with professional who want to improve their skills. Promote Book sales Any website you wish to share with the audience? Scottgrozelle.com Michael is a business networking expert specializing in enhancing professionals' networking and communication skills to drive profitability. As a leading authority in this field, he is highly sought after for his dynamic presentations and workshops. His extensive experience has consistently led to significant improvements in corporate profitability by empowering individuals and organizations to connect more effectively and efficiently. https://www.michaelaforman.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelforman/ https://www.instagram.com/flyboy_197/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI6GkxoRFCk969A_rCfpHWQ Digital Courses https://michael-s-site-fc88.thinkific.com/

    25 min
  3. Networking Unleashed: An Interview with Rich Smith and Michael A Forman, Professional Speaker

    May 25

    Networking Unleashed: An Interview with Rich Smith and Michael A Forman, Professional Speaker

    Rich M. Smith rich@marketantics.com Please share a brief Bio. Rich M. Smith helps leaders decode why marketing works by translating behavioral science into strategy CEOs can trust and communicate. With 30+ years as a CMO and executive, driving billions in revenue, major turnarounds, and high-impact growth across financial services, tech, healthcare, and consumer finance. What are 2-3 things you would love to talk about? Think like a marketer, but talk like a CEO; From Spray and Pray to Scalable Strategy; how biases, behavior, and decision science shape growth What are 2-3 things you would like to gain as a result of being on this podcast? Increase my impact with organizations I can help, expand my network, drive demand for my company's services. Any website you wish to share with the audience? www.richmsmith.com Michael is a business networking expert specializing in enhancing professionals' networking and communication skills to drive profitability. As a leading authority in this field, he is highly sought after for his dynamic presentations and workshops. His extensive experience has consistently led to significant improvements in corporate profitability by empowering individuals and organizations to connect more effectively and efficiently. https://www.michaelaforman.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelforman/ https://www.instagram.com/flyboy_197/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI6GkxoRFCk969A_rCfpHWQ Digital Courses https://michael-s-site-fc88.thinkific.com/

    34 min
  4. Networking Unleashed: An Interview with Perry Sheraw and Michael A Forman, Professional Speaker

    May 21

    Networking Unleashed: An Interview with Perry Sheraw and Michael A Forman, Professional Speaker

    Perry Sheraw perry@perrysheraw.com Please share a brief Bio. Perry Sheraw is a marketing automation expert with over 20 years of experience turning chaotic email strategies into high-converting customer journeys. A former print journalist turned C-suite executive, Perry launched her first email campaign in 2002 and never looked back. She has since led marketing strategy for both Fortune 500 companies and scaling startups, with deep specialization in email, SMS, CRM alignment, and marketing tech. What are 2-3 things you would love to talk about? email marketing, automation, entrepreneurship What are 2-3 things you would like to gain as a result of being on this podcast? To be able to share business journey, expertise, insights, and advice to the target audience Any website you wish to share with the audience? https://www.dumacx.com/ Any social media links you wish to share with the audience? https://www.linkedin.com/in/perrysheraw/ https://www.instagram.com/perry_sheraw/ https://www.facebook.com/people/Perry-Sheraw-Consulting/61578357444964/ https://x.com/PerrySheraw1 Michael is a business networking expert specializing in enhancing professionals' networking and communication skills to drive profitability. As a leading authority in this field, he is highly sought after for his dynamic presentations and workshops. His extensive experience has consistently led to significant improvements in corporate profitability by empowering individuals and organizations to connect more effectively and efficiently. https://www.michaelaforman.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelforman/ https://www.instagram.com/flyboy_197/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI6GkxoRFCk969A_rCfpHWQ Digital Courses https://michael-s-site-fc88.thinkific.com/

    27 min
  5. Networking Unleashed: An Interview with John Munsell and Michael A Forman, Professional Speaker

    May 13

    Networking Unleashed: An Interview with John Munsell and Michael A Forman, Professional Speaker

    John Munsell john.munsell@bizzuka.com Please share a brief Bio. John Munsell is the CEO of Bizzuka and the author of INGRAIN AI. He is a recognized voice in the AI space, having guided hundreds of business leaders in AI adoption since 2022. What are 2-3 things you would love to talk about? How business owners can strategically implement AI, the AI strategy canvas, scalable prompt engineering What are 2-3 things you would like to gain as a result of being on this podcast? Networking insights, connecting with your audience, exposure Any website you wish to share with the audience? https://www.bizzuka.com Any social media links you wish to share with the audience? Facebook Business https://www.facebook.com/bizzuka LinkedIn Business https://www.linkedin.com/company/bizzuka/ LinkedIn Personal https://www.linkedin.com/in/jwmunsell/ Twitter Personal https://x.com/JohnMunsell Twitter Business https://twitter.com/bizzuka Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bizzuka_inc/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@johnmunsell Michael is a business networking expert specializing in enhancing professionals' networking and communication skills to drive profitability. As a leading authority in this field, he is highly sought after for his dynamic presentations and workshops. His extensive experience has consistently led to significant improvements in corporate profitability by empowering individuals and organizations to connect more effectively and efficiently. https://www.michaelaforman.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelforman/ https://www.instagram.com/flyboy_197/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI6GkxoRFCk969A_rCfpHWQ Digital Courses https://michael-s-site-fc88.thinkific.com/

    42 min
  6. Networking Unleashed: An Interview with Leesa Blankert and Michael A Forman, Professional Speaker

    May 11

    Networking Unleashed: An Interview with Leesa Blankert and Michael A Forman, Professional Speaker

    Leesa Blankert leesa@labonlineagency.com Please share a brief Bio. Hey my name is Leesa. I'm the founder of a marketing agency for small local based business owners and am based out of Coquitlam, BC Canada. I have a background in Psychology and love to talk about the psychology of sales and marketing. What are 2-3 things you would love to talk about? Meeting new business owners that help the trajectory of your business in small and impactful ways. Finding interesting mentors that give you advice to move the needle. Collaborating with people are you actually in competition with and supporting them in their journey. What are 2-3 things you would like to gain as a result of being on this podcast? Basic exposure and hopefully little clips from the podcast episode I can use to put on my business Instagram and maybe even LinkedIn. Any website you wish to share with the audience? https://labonlineagency.com/ Any social media links you wish to share with the audience? https://www.instagram.com/labagency.online/ Michael is a business networking expert specializing in enhancing professionals' networking and communication skills to drive profitability. As a leading authority in this field, he is highly sought after for his dynamic presentations and workshops. His extensive experience has consistently led to significant improvements in corporate profitability by empowering individuals and organizations to connect more effectively and efficiently. https://www.michaelaforman.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelforman/ https://www.instagram.com/flyboy_197/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI6GkxoRFCk969A_rCfpHWQ Digital Courses https://michael-s-site-fc88.thinkific.com/ #BusinessNetworking #CorporateSuccess #Leadership #CommunicationSkills #ProfitGrowth #ExecutiveCoaching#Conference #EventSpeakers #ConferenceSpeaker #MarketingConference #NonprofitConference #BusinessEvent#Networking #Conferenses#Profit #Sales #Communication#Podcast #networkingevents #businessowners #businessideas #businessinnovation #growyourbusiness #professionaldevelopment #businessconnections #networkmarketing #EventProfs #PublicSpeaking #SpeakerTips #ConferenceSpeaker #EventMarketing #ProfessionalSpeaker #MemorableExperiences #EventStrategy #SpeakingEngagements #BeUnforgettable #SpeakerLife #EventSuccess#NetworkingUnleashed #BusinessCommunication #PublicSpeaker #ProfessionalDevelopment #StrategicNetworking #MichaelAForman #SpeakToConnect #AwardWinner #LeadershipThroughConnection

    27 min
  7. Networking Unleashed: An Interview with Laura Berman Fortgang and Michael A Forman, Professional Speaker

    May 7

    Networking Unleashed: An Interview with Laura Berman Fortgang and Michael A Forman, Professional Speaker

    Laura Berman Fortgang lbf@laurabermanfortgang.com Please share a brief Bio. Laura Berman Fortgang is recognized as a pioneer in the coaching field. She was one of the first in the world to receive the Master Coach Credential from the International Coach Federation. Laura has worked extensively in the corporate arena as an Executive Coach in pharma, the food industry, entertainment, banking and in government agencies such NASA and the Army Corps of Engineers. She has also worked with artists and entrepreneurs through the TED fellow program, the Sundance Film Festival and multiple startups. As a professional speaker, Laura has traveled to many parts of the world to inspire excellence for individual and companies. Such companies include: McDonald’s, Prudential, Tricon, American Express, and The Blanchard Companies. Women’s groups such as the Healthcare Women’s Business Association, the Women’s Food Service Forum and Women’s Leadership initiatives for Mc Donald’s Corporation, Eli Lilly and Novartis have had her back year after year as a featured speaker. Her Tedx talk has garnered over 2 million views. The best-selling author of five self-help books, Laura has been a frequent contributor to mainstream media like REDBOOK magazine, The Huffington Post, The Oprah Winfrey Show, The CBS Early Show, NBC's Today and various nationally syndicated print and cable outlets. What are 2-3 things you would love to talk about? How networking launched my business. How to grow your business by speaking. having your own methodology grows your business as well. What are 2-3 things you would like to gain as a result of being on this podcast? Contribution Visibility New contacts Any website you wish to share with the audience? www.laurabermanfortgang.com Any social media links you wish to share with the audience? www.instagram.com/laurabfortgang www.linkedin.com/in/laurabermanfortgang/ Michael is a business networking expert specializing in enhancing professionals' networking and communication skills to drive profitability. As a leading authority in this field, he is highly sought after for his dynamic presentations and workshops. His extensive experience has consistently led to significant improvements in corporate profitability by empowering individuals and organizations to connect more effectively and efficiently. https://www.michaelaforman.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelforman/ https://www.instagram.com/flyboy_197/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI6GkxoRFCk969A_rCfpHWQ Digital Courses https://michael-s-site-fc88.thinkific.com/ #BusinessNetworking #CorporateSuccess #Leadership #CommunicationSkills

    21 min
  8. Networking Unleashed: An Interview with Deana Lindo - Candice Williams and Michael A Forman, Professional Speaker

    May 5

    Networking Unleashed: An Interview with Deana Lindo - Candice Williams and Michael A Forman, Professional Speaker

    Deana Lindo / Candice C Williams deanasellsrealestate25@outlook.com candice@cwilliamsloans.com Please share a brief Bio. Deana Lindo is the Owner/Managing Broker of Deana Lindo Realty and Co-Founder of H.O.M.E. University. She is a highly-rated Real Estate Professional and is known for empowering her Clients thru Education on all things Real Estate and Wealth Building. This passion is the empatice for creating H.O.M.E. University, a online, self-paced program curated for new and repeat homebuyers. Candice Williams is a Real Estate Strategist and an experienced Mortgage Loan Officer. She is known for empowering homebuyers through education and strategic financing decisions that support long-term wealth. Her passion goes beyond closing loans—it is grounded in a commitment to helping homebuyers diversify their wealth portfolios and build lasting legacies. Candice is the Co-Founder of H.O.M.E. University, an online expert-led homebuyer real estate education platform. What are 2-3 things you would love to talk about? 1. H.O.M.E. UNIVERSITY - Home Ownership Made Easy 2. 2026 Year of the Buyer 3. Redefining the Role of a Loan Officer: From Transactional to “Lifestyle Lender.” What are 2-3 things you would like to gain as a result of being on this podcast? 1. Increased exposure of H.O.M.E. University 2. Shared Knowledge of Housing Market 3. Increased exposure for my Business 4. Expanded Reach to Educate More Buyers and Meaningful Partnerships with Purpose-Driven Professionals and Greater Awareness of Home University Any website you wish to share with the audience? deanalindorealty.com cwilliamsloans.com/home homeuniversity.podia.com Any social media links you wish to share with the audience? https://www.instagram.com/deanalindorealtor/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/deana-t-lindo/ tiktok.com/@deanalindo IG: @candiceloans4homes Michael is a business networking expert specializing in enhancing professionals' networking and communication skills to drive profitability. As a leading authority in this field, he is highly sought after for his dynamic presentations and workshops. His extensive experience has consistently led to significant improvements in corporate profitability by empowering individuals and organizations to connect more effectively and efficiently. https://www.michaelaforman.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI6GkxoRFCk969A_rCfpHWQ Digital Courses https://michael-s-site-fc88.thinkific.com/

    40 min
5
out of 5
3 Ratings

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This is the Podcast for Networking Unleashed: Building Profitable Connections, Define what you want to achieve through networking. Are you looking for new clients, partnerships, or career opportunities? Having clear goals will guide your efforts and make your networking more purposeful. Networking is about building genuine relationships. Be yourself and show genuine interest in others. Effective communication is not just about talking but also about listening. Pay attention to what others are saying, ask questions, and show empathy. After meeting someone, follow up with a personalized message. Mention something specific from your conversation to remind them of who you are. Networking is not a one-time activity. Hosted by Georgia keynote speaker Michael A. Forman, Networking Unleashed helps professionals turn conversations into clients through powerful communication and relationship strategy.