Real Business Connections

Real Business Connections

REAL Conversations w/ REAL business leaders making a REAL difference in our world!!!! Yes, we’re a marketing podcast. We dive into social selling, content marketing, networking, and LinkedIn, but we’re so much more. We’re about the habits, mindsets, and strategies that create true growth, connection, and fulfillment. Host Ben Albert chats with everyone from world-famous marketers, entrepreneurs, and sales geniuses to behavior scientists, wellness experts, and even near-death experience survivors. Each guest brings raw stories and insights, bridging real business success with personal growth. His role? To pull out the best nibbles of wisdom, packing decades of experience into minutes for you, the listener. Yes, we get actionable. However, we also look at the story behind the story. This podcast is a deep dive into struggle, failure, frustration, and how to develop true resilience that actually leads to success. We tackle important topics such as: • Why networking matters in business • Proven ways to increase revenue • Building real connections in business • Content marketing for maximum visibility • Using LinkedIn for social selling success • Self-development goals for entrepreneurs • How human behavior shapes success • Mastering the art of persuasion • Tips to crush your business goals • Confidence in public speaking • How to ask the right questions • Creating an unforgettable brand • Storytelling that builds belonging • Habits for resilience in business • What is real success? Real Business Connections: on a mission to actually move the needle on 1 million lives, one conversation at a time! Show Key: LST= LEARN SPEAK TEACH ROC: ROCHESTER(NY) BUSINESS CONNECTIONS FMF: FIFTEEN MINUTE FRIDAY HIT: REAL HITS Bite: BEN'S BITES GG: Real Talk w/ GrowGetters AB²C Lunch Break Live - LinkedIn Panel Live Stream

Episodes

July 7, 2025 67 mins

Learn Speak Teach Episode #124 with Serah D’Laine.


Have you discovered your purpose? How big is your vision, and does it scare you? In this episode, Ben Albert sits down with the incredible Serah D'Laine, a former Hollywood actress turned transformational coach and branding expert, for an in-depth conversation on how to discover your purpose.


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Learn Speak Teach Episode #123 with Cameron Herold.


When is the right time to hire a COO for your company?


Ben Albert sits down with the legendary Cameron Herold, a business growth guru known for his expertise in building high-performance company cultures and the founder of COO Alliance. Read more

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Freestyle Rap Track Inspired By Social Media Week Lima 2025

Theme= Meraki


Freestyle Rap written using my custom Rap Lyric Songwriter GPT: https://chatgpt.com/g/g-68117a0e4f648191b790ed5006b62ac9-rap-lyric-songwriter


+ the contents of this article by Now Marketing Group: https://blog.nowmarketinggroup.com/top-takeaways-from-social-media-week-lima-2025


+ https://suno.com/


It is a reflection on the top insights we all had a...

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Learn Speak Teach Episode #122 with Gloria Chou.


Have your eyes been on a podcast you'd love to be featured on, but you're not sure how to make it happen? 

In this episode, PR expert Gloria Chou shares exactly how to stop sending fluffy pitches and start crafting ones that get a YES.

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Learn Speak Teach Episode #121 with Devin Ray Butler


Originally from Michigan, Devin Ray Butler moved to Arizona without a network. In just a few years, he launched the state’s fastest growing entrepreneurial community, Arizona Entrepreneurs, which has since expanded to other states. Devin is also the founder of Community Launch, an all-in-one platform designed to entrepreneurs manage an...

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Rochester Business Connections episode #150 with Doug Johnston.


Ideas have the power to shape our minds, transform our relationships, and strengthen our organizations. They create pathways to new opportunities and break down even the most challenging and persistent obstacles in our way.


In this thought-p...

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Learn Speak Teach Episode #120 with Charley Johnson.


To be a Chief Consciousness Officer, you need to remain neutral in all situations. But how possible is it to truly stay neutral?

Charley Johnson, the world’s first Chief Consciousness Officer, joins Ben Albert to spill the beans. In this in-depth conversation, ...

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Learn Speak Teach Episode #119 with Kate Eckman.


True fulfillment doesn’t come from external achievements or validation but from the alignment of mind, body, and spirit. A fulfilling life begins with self-awareness. By investing in our well-being and addressing challenges like trauma, we unlo...

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Learn Speak Teach Episode #118 with John David Mann.


Many authors have difficulty finding the key factor that will make their work stand out. As a result, they often end up with books that fail to make the desired impact on readers. So, what’s the secret behind every successful book?


Today, John David Mann sh...

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Ben’s Bites #14.


In this special episode of Ben Bites, Ben shares his experience at the Growth Now Summit 2025. However, instead of simply recapping the event, he turned the entire experience into an amazing rap album th...

Real Talk with GrowGetters Episode #21 with Jordan Harbinger.


Welcome to Part 5, the final episode of our exclusive five-part Ask Me Anything series from Grow Getters Only. Today, we’re joined by Jordan Harbinger, host of The Jordan Harbinger Show, one of the world’s most popular podcasts. On his show, Jordan in...

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Real Talk with GrowGetters Episode #20 with Jessika Phillips.

 

Many businesses focus on making sales and prioritizing new customers, often overlooking the value of their existing client base. However, building stronger ...

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Real Talk with GrowGetters Episode #19 with Michael Oliver.


Traditional selling focuses on pushing a product or service to close a deal, often relying on high-pressure tactics. However, this approach makes it difficult to build trust and frequently leads to customer resistance.


In Part Three of this exclusive...

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Real Talk with GrowGetters Episode #18 with Dr. Terri Levine.


Many entrepreneurs find entrepreneurship challenging because they build a business first and try to fit their lives around it rather than intentionally designing their ideal life. True success comes from creating a life you love fi...

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Real Talk with GrowGetters Episode #17 with Nina Meehan.


Welcome to Part One of this exclusive five-part ‘Ask Me Anything’ series from GrowGetters Only! This series features exclusive sessions with top business and perso...

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Learn Speak Teach Episode #117 with Kate Ponzi.


Hiring the right people is crucial for building strong, successful teams. It requires a thoughtful and strategic approach to find individuals who not only possess the necessary skills but also align with the company’s values and long-term vision...

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Fifteen Minute Fridays episode #70 Isabel Maria Jeworski.


In today’s fast-paced world, slowing down has become a real struggle. Constant demands and distractions leave us feeling overwhelmed, making it harder to find moments of peace and calm. However, slowing down is not only beneficial for our body’s health but also enhances our effectiveness.

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Fifteen Minute Fridays episode #69 Kareen Walsh.


We often fall into the trap of adopting the limitations others place on us, allowing them to shape our mindset and restrict our potential. To break free from a limited mindset, you must tap into what yo...

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Fifteen Minute Fridays episode #68 with Sienna Colonese.


How can you transform your mindset with neuroplasticity?


Perhaps this is a question that has lingered in your mind, and today is your opportunity to learn. Thro...

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