Network In Action Podcast

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Welcome to The Network In Action Podcast — the official show of Network In Action, where we spotlight the people and stories driving business forward through authentic relationships and powerful community. Each episode features candid conversations with NIA members, franchisees, coaches, and industry experts who are redefining what it means to grow a business through connection. You’ll hear insights on leadership, entrepreneurship, networking, and the transformative impact of being part of a values-driven community. Whether you’re part of NIA or simply curious about how meaningful networking can fuel business success, this podcast will inform, inspire, and connect you.

  1. 2D AGO

    Scott Talley - An AI Mastermind - NIA's Network With The Nations - April 1st, 2026

    How AI Is Transforming Business Operations & Driving Growth Discover how entrepreneurs, developers, and business owners are leveraging AI tools to automate operations, increase efficiency, and scale their businesses faster than ever before. This discussion highlights real-world use cases of AI-powered workflows that are reshaping how modern businesses operate. Real-World Applications of AI Explore how AI is being used to streamline and optimize key business functions, including: Marketing automation for faster, more targeted campaigns SEO optimization to improve visibility and rankings Sales systems that nurture and convert leads automatically Custom-built dashboards for real-time business insights AI Tools Powering Modern Workflows Learn how platforms like ChatGPT, Claude, and emerging AI solutions are transforming everyday business tasks, such as: Content creation at scale Customer communication and support Lead generation and qualification Automated follow-ups and engagement Hear firsthand experiences from professionals who are replacing manual processes, reducing operational costs, and building AI-driven systems that function like digital employees. AI Strategies for Beginners & Non-Technical Users This session also provides practical, easy-to-implement strategies for those without a technical background. Learn how to apply AI without coding skills and still achieve powerful results. AI governance and responsible implementation Business transformation through automation Measuring automation ROI Staying competitive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape Whether you're a small business owner, marketer, or tech professional, this conversation offers valuable insights into how AI is reshaping the future of work and unlocking new opportunities for growth. Get Connected & Take the Next Step Find your Network In Action group Start your business networking franchise

    55 min
  2. 4D AGO

    Lisa McClease Kelly - Who Not How - Network In Action Speaker Series - March 25th, 2026

    Unlock Exponential Growth with the “Who Not How” Mindset Learn how to unlock exponential growth in your business by shifting your mindset from “How can I do this?” to “Who can do this for me?”. In this session, Lisa McClease Kelly breaks down the powerful concepts from the book “Who Not How” by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy, showing how delegation, partnerships, and leveraging expertise can transform your productivity and results. Through real-world examples, Lisa shares how she successfully manages multiple businesses, properties, and responsibilities by relying on a strong network of “who’s”—including assistants, marketing teams, financial experts, and operational support. Discover how focusing on your unique abilities while outsourcing everything else can: Reduce burnout Increase efficiency Create more freedom in your life What You’ll Learn How to identify tasks you should stop doing How to find the right people to support your goals How to build scalable systems that don’t rely solely on you How to become a valuable “who” for others while building your own expert team This session also includes practical exercises to help you rethink how work gets done and implement strategies that allow your business to grow faster—with less effort. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, business owner, or professional looking to scale, this conversation will empower you to achieve more by doing less. Learn More & Get Connected Learn more about Lisa McClease Kelly Find your Network In Action group Start your business networking franchise

    30 min
  3. FEB 27

    Belanie Dishong - The Sales Mindset - NIA Sales Mastery - February 18th, 2026

    Transform Your Sales Results with the Right Mindset In this powerful mindset training session, international speaker and founder of Live at Choice, Belanie Dishong, reveals why 80% of sales success is driven by mindset—not skill, scripts, or market conditions. If you have ever hesitated to make a call, overexplained during a sales conversation, avoided high-value prospects, blamed a slow market, or taken rejection personally, this session will help you understand what is really happening beneath the surface. Key Insights You'll Discover: Why hesitation, self-doubt, and overexplaining silently reduce your closing rate How common sales beliefs can decrease effectiveness by 10% to 25% per pattern The hidden impact of believing the market is slow—or that you are overpriced How client “judgments” differ from objections—and why that distinction matters The concept of self-endorsement and how it transforms cold calls into confident conversations Why beliefs—not circumstances—create your results How to align your mindset so your skills can fully deliver Belanie walks you through practical exercises to calculate your current conversion ratio, identify mindset-driven effectiveness drops, and imagine what doubling your closing rate would mean for your revenue—and your life. This Is Not About Positive Thinking This session is not about surface-level motivation. It is about making strategic shifts in belief that eliminate internal resistance, increase clarity and confidence, and allow you to sell with certainty. If you are ready to stop fighting yourself in the sales process and start increasing revenue—without changing your product, price, or market—this training will challenge and expand the way you think about performance and success. Perfect For: Sales professionals Entrepreneurs Business owners Coaches and consultants Network marketers Franchise owners Anyone looking to improve sales conversion through mindset mastery Watch now to discover how upgrading your mindset can immediately impact your results.

    39 min
  4. FEB 27

    Alfred White & Michele Mere Feist - Are You Leaving Money On The Table - Speaker Series - 2026-02-25

    Network In Action: The Complete Blueprint for Business Financial Success In this powerful Network In Action session, founder Scott Talley brings together two financial experts to deliver a complete blueprint for business financial success: Alfred White – Tax Strategist & Author Michele Mere Feist – Founder of Bottom Line Bookkeeping Solutions This isn’t just a tax talk. And it isn’t just a bookkeeping lesson. It’s a full financial strategy session designed to help entrepreneurs keep more money, gain clarity, and build stronger, more profitable businesses. Part 1: Advanced Tax Strategies with Alfred White With over 30 years of experience in taxation, Alfred breaks down powerful, legal tax-reduction strategies for both business owners and W-2 earners. Key Topics Covered: Permanent 20% Qualified Business Income (QBI) Deduction SALT deduction increase to $40,000 Expanded bonus depreciation and R&D write-offs Overtime and tip deductions Child tax credit increases and adoption credit updates Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and retirement optimization Automobile interest deduction (U.S.-assembled vehicles) S-Corp income-shifting strategies The Augusta Rule Paying your children through your business Accountable plans and family management companies Alfred also shares real-world case studies of clients who legally reduced six-figure tax liabilities through proactive strategic planning. His core message: It’s not just what you make — it’s what you keep. Part 2: Bookkeeping That Builds Profitable Businesses with Michele Mere Feist After tax strategy comes the foundation: accurate, strategic bookkeeping. Michele shares how her frustration as a business coach — seeing clients operate with inaccurate or unusable financials — led her to launch Bottom Line Bookkeeping Solutions in 2021. Her message is clear: You cannot grow, scale, or sell a business built on bad numbers. The Financial Clarity Self-Assessment Michele walks attendees through a 20-question yes-or-no scorecard designed to evaluate bookkeeping health. Business owners are challenged to ask: Are payroll and sales taxes filed correctly and on time? Does my accountant have to fix my books every year? Do I know my most and least profitable services? Do I know my cost to acquire a customer? Do my numbers help me make decisions — not just file taxes? The 5-Minute Financial Review Framework Michele introduces a simple system every owner should implement weekly: Review your Profit and Loss Statement (current month and year-to-date) Review your Balance Sheet Review Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable aging reports Hold regular financial conversations Major Bookkeeping Red Flags Negative liability accounts Credit cards reported incorrectly Loan balances not decreasing properly Poorly configured bank feed rules in accounting software Her core message: Bookkeeping is not compliance. It’s clarity. Why This Session Matters Alfred teaches you how to legally reduce taxes. Michele teaches you how to build financial visibility and confidence. Together, they provide: Tax efficiency Financial clarity Smarter decision-making Sustainable growth This session delivers both sides of business finance — strategy and structure. Who Should Watch? Small business owners Entrepreneurs Sales professionals Contractors Real estate investors Growing company leaders This is essential viewing. Take Action Now: Like this video Comment your biggest takeaway Subscribe for more business growth strategies

    1h 1m
  5. FEB 19

    Warren Fiihr - How To Kick the SH%T out of 2026 | NIA Speaker Series January 28th, 2026

    What If 2026 Isn’t About Setting Resolutions… But About Building a System That Actually Delivers Results? In this high-energy, no-fluff session, Warren Fiihr breaks down exactly what it takes to stop drifting through the year — and start dominating it. Drawing on decades of leadership experience — including leading multi-state sales organizations exceeding $100M in revenue — Warren shares practical, battle-tested strategies for business owners who are ready to grow profits, sharpen focus, and execute with intention. This isn’t motivational hype. This is strategic execution. In This Session, You’ll Learn: Why most goals fail by January 9th (aka “Quitter’s Day”) How to create SMART goals that actually move the needle The formula for success: Be × Do = Have How to focus your time in the “Important vs. Urgent” zones The 5 Profit Levers that can double your business How small 10–15% improvements across key areas can create massive profit growth How to use delegation and AI as force multipliers Why written goals separate the top 3% from everyone else Warren also walks through the powerful 5 Ways to Massive Profit Growth framework — showing how incremental improvements in leads, conversion rate, transactions, average sale, and margins can compound into dramatic bottom-line gains. If you’re a business owner tired of spinning your wheels… If you want clarity, focus, and measurable growth… If you’re serious about building momentum instead of just setting intentions… This session will challenge you to think bigger, execute smarter, and take ownership of your 2026 results. Because success doesn’t happen by accident. It happens by design.

    55 min
  6. FEB 17

    Star Bobatoon - Sell with Story: Harness the Power of Storytelling | NIA Sales Mastery Jan 21, 2026

    What If Your Sales Conversations Aren’t Stalling Because of Price, Timing, or Competition… But Because Something Essential Is Missing? In this powerful and engaging presentation, Star Bobatoon reveals why facts don’t close deals—but stories do. Drawing from her 30+ years of experience as a performer, attorney, keynote speaker, and communications expert, Star breaks down how storytelling transforms ordinary sales conversations into meaningful connections that convert. Through real-life examples, practical frameworks, and interactive coaching moments, she shows professionals how to move from listing credentials to creating emotional resonance. In This Session, You’ll Discover: Why sales conversations really stall The three elements every converting conversation must include: Capture, Connect, Convert How to choose the right story for your audience A simple story framework you can apply immediately How to create relevance that makes prospects feel seen, heard, and understood Whether you're in corporate, entrepreneurship, sales, real estate, accounting, wellness, or leadership, this presentation will change the way you approach every client conversation. Because people don’t buy credentials. They buy connection. They buy clarity. They buy stories that help them see themselves in the outcome. If you want conversations that convert without pressure tactics or scripts, this is a must-watch. Take the Next Step Find your Network In Action Group here: https://www.networkinaction.com/index.php/find-a-group Start your business networking franchise here: https://franchise.networkinaction.com/

    48 min
  7. 11/20/2025

    Jessica DeFeo - Marketing Strategies for Small Businesses - October 22nd, 2025

    In this session, marketing expert Jessica DeFeo breaks down her proven networking formula designed to help small business owners grow their influence, expand their referral base, and create meaningful business relationships. Jessica shares her signature approach—“The Web of Success”—a practical strategy for becoming a center of influence by showing up consistently, refining your commercial, and truly focusing on the other person. She outlines how to maximize networking events, schedule intentional one-on-ones, and nurture each connection through personalized follow-ups. What You’ll Learn How to become a center of influence in your business community A simple, repeatable networking formula: Attend 4–5 networking events per month Book 2–3 intentional one-on-ones from each How to create a tracking system for connections, follow-ups, and referral partners Strategies for giving high-trust introductions How to make your commercial (intro) clear, relevant, and memorable The power of consistency, patience, and custom approaches in building referral relationships Jessica also discusses how thoughtful follow-up makes people feel valued, ultimately increasing the likelihood of meaningful business partnerships and referrals. Next Steps for Attendees Implement the monthly networking formula Build or refine your tracking system for contacts Update your introduction to clearly state who you help, how you help, and why it matters Schedule a free 30-minute discovery call with Jessica for personalized guidance Register for our next Speaker Series event with Starr Bobatoon on January 21st: “Sell With the Story”

    48 min

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Welcome to The Network In Action Podcast — the official show of Network In Action, where we spotlight the people and stories driving business forward through authentic relationships and powerful community. Each episode features candid conversations with NIA members, franchisees, coaches, and industry experts who are redefining what it means to grow a business through connection. You’ll hear insights on leadership, entrepreneurship, networking, and the transformative impact of being part of a values-driven community. Whether you’re part of NIA or simply curious about how meaningful networking can fuel business success, this podcast will inform, inspire, and connect you.