Huntsville Biz Talk with Nectar Bridge

In this episode, Gary Smith sits down with Alan Thielbar from Vector Security to talk about networking that actually leads to business, with a focus on BNI (Business Networking International) and what makes referral networking work in real life.https://www.bni.com/What we coverWhat BNI is and what a typical meeting is likeThe “one seat per profession” model (and why it matters)How to make your weekly intro specific and memorableWhy one-to-ones are often where the real value and referrals happenHow to choose networking groups based on ROI and real partnershipsSimple ways to break the ice at events if networking feels awkwardAbout Alan / Vector SecurityAlan is a commercial security professional with Vector Security, working with businesses ranging from local owner-operators to large accounts—including organizations in the defense contractor ecosystem. Vector provides solutions like commercial security systems, cameras, and access control.Alan has also recently been appointed as a BNI Director Consultant overseeing two chapters, providing coaching, training, and strategic support to help members grow their businesses through referrals. https://www.vectorsecurity.com/About Nectar BridgeNectar Bridge provides back-office support for growing businesses, including:Accounting supportOperations supportSoftware solutions (including QuickBooks Online and connected tools)If you’re tired of the back office pulling you into the weeds, we can help you get your numbers and systems back under control.Learn more: https://nectarbridge.com/https://www.vectorsecurity.com/https://www.bni.com/

If you want to watch our talking heads, check out the video at:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mv_IjRNthc0I got a chance to talk with Nathan Eldridge at Vantage Leadership in Huntsville, Alabama. Vantage is like "campus ministry for grownups," with luncheon events, executive roundtables, and professional forums. August 13 Event with Ms. Bobby Bradley, founder and former CEO of Computer Systems Technology (CST):https://vantageconnect.breezechms.com...More information about Vantage Leadership in general:https://www.vantageconnect.org/Nectar Bridge provides back office support for small businesses, providing help with CRMs like Jobber:https://nectarbridge.com