How to Build a Referral Network That Grows Itself | 902

On this episode of The Inside BS Show, Dave Lorenzo and Nicola Gelarmino break down the mindset and methods behind building a thriving community of professionals who actively help each other succeed. Whether you’re leading a networking group, a peer advisory board, or a coaching program, you’ll learn exactly how to recruit, engage, and retain the right members to create long-term value for everyone involved.

Key Topics Discussed
  1. Clarity of Purpose – Why knowing your membership goals, candidate profile, and network standards is critical to building the right group.
  2. Commitment – How to screen for loyalty, ensure rapid onboarding, and avoid members whose attention will always be elsewhere.
  3. Confidence – How to project authority and inspire members to follow your leadership.
  4. Culture – The importance of delivering consistent value, fostering leadership, and making every member feel like the most important person in the group.
  5. Capability – What it takes in time, personality, and differentiation to sustain a group that people want to be part of.
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