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Real Business Connections

Real Business Connections

De: Ben Albert
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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

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  • Your Brand Amplified® by AI w/ Anika Jackson — USC Professor & Podcast Host (LST #139)

    Your Brand Amplified® by AI w/ Anika Jackson — USC Professor & Podcast Host (LST #139)
    Dec 1 2025
    Learn Speak Teach Episode #139 with Anika Jackson.Artificial Intelligence (AI) is influencing nearly every industry and transforming the way we live, work, and connect with the world. Nevertheless, it’s essential to understand that AI is designed to enhance and support human efforts, not replace them.Joining us on the show is Anika Jackson, a professor at USC Annenberg specializing in digital media management and social media, where she pioneered an AI-first curriculum. She is also the founder and podcast host of Your Brand Amplified®.Anika shares insights on the latest trends in teaching AI. She explains what artificial intelligence is here to do for us, where it’s headed, and how its relationship with humans is evolving. She also opens up about her bold decision to leave her full-time job to pursue podcasting.Anika takes us through her podcasting journey, explaining why she started Your Brand Amplified®, the motivation behind it, and the strategies she’s using to grow and succeed in the podcasting world. For a fun twist, the episode wraps up with an AI-generated rap recap that creatively summarizes the key insights from the conversation.During this episode, you will learn about:[00:00] Trailer [01:08] Trends in Teaching AI[08:48] From Underdog to Empowering Growth-Minded Leaders:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKvTFcaQaBU[10:34] Understanding AI[20:50] Quitting Full-Time Job[25:48] Podcasting Journey[41:00] Podcasting Goals[43:11] From Underdog to Empowering Growth-Minded Leaders:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKvTFcaQaBU[43:34] Connect & Support AnikaPodcast: https://yourbrandamplified.com/Website: https://www.yourbrandedpodcast.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anikajackson/[45:15] AI Rap RecapKey Takeaways:• As humans, we know where we’re headed and the goals we want to accomplish. AI helps us get there. ~Anika Jackson [08:12]• AI is a new species. ~Anika Jackson [10:35]• AI is your partner. It’s here to support you, not take your place. ~Anika Jackson [15:50]• The essence of being human lies in forming genuine connections. ~Anika Jackson [17:35]• There are enough people in the world for everyone to have a business. ~Anika Jackson [23:18]• If you follow your passion and what you’re highly skilled at, money will follow. ~Anika Jackson [25:40]• AI helps, but it doesn’t lead. ~Anika Jackson [46:36]People Mentioned and Other Resources:1. Suno AI2. ClaudeKeep In Touch with Anika Jackson:Podcast: https://yourbrandamplified.com/Website: https://www.yourbrandedpodcast.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anikajackson/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amplifywithanika/—Follow Balbert…Facebook: www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnectionsInstagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/–LST is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/
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  • Will AI Take My Job? w/ Matthew Rouse (LST #138)

    Will AI Take My Job? w/ Matthew Rouse (LST #138)
    Nov 24 2025
    Learn Speak Teach Episode #138 with Matthew Rouse.Lately, layoffs have become the order of the day. Companies are replacing people with AI to cut costs and increase efficiency. As a result, many people are afraid for their jobs. But the truth is ,AI isn’t the devil it’s been painted to be. It has its good, bad, and ugly sides. Matthew Rouse, author, digital marketing expert, and self-proclaimed “AI Chicken Wrangler,” joins Ben Albert on the podcast to tackle one of today’s hottest questions: Will AI take my job?Matthew Rouse, author, digital marketing expert, and self-proclaimed “AI Chicken Wrangler,” joins Ben Albert on the podcast to tackle one of today’s hottest questions: Will AI take my job?From the rise of fully automated, AI-generated podcasts to the impact of machine learning on everything from technical support to farm labor, Ben and Matthew dive deep into how artificial intelligence is reshaping the way we work, communicate, and even socialize.They explore both the promise and pitfalls of AI, sharing personal stories and real-world examples of AI’s growing influence in editing, transcribing, and even job searching. Matt also reveals key insights from his new book, Will AI Take My Job 2? discussing not just which jobs are at risk, but also how we can partner with AI to stay ahead. This episode brings a candid look at the “good, the bad, and the ugly” future that technology might bring.Grab your notebook and pen, you’ll want to take notes for this tech-driven future.During this episode, you will learn about:[00:00] Trailer[01:09] Will AI take my job?[04:21] AI-generated podcasts[07:20] Bot conversations[14:08] Jobs AI is guaranteed to take[18:08] The ugly[21:02] The bad[24:35] The good[25:55] AI in farming[27:39] Grab Matthew’s book Will AI Take My Job 2?Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Will-AI-Take-Job-Organizations-ebook/dp/B0FNNKV5GLWebsite: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattmrouse/[30:11] Training AI for the future[32:23] The AI Chicken Wrangler[34:41] Controversial AI takes[37:46] Transparency in AI[40:45] Household robots[45:23] Connect with Matthew RouseLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattmrouse/Website: https://matthewrouse.com/[46:41] Partnering with AIKey Takeaways: • “50% of people surveyed said they do not want to listen to AI-created podcasts.” ~Matthew Rouse [09:39]• If the point with AI is to get information across, it's fine. But if the point is to have a human connection with people, then no. ~Matthew Rouse [06:49]• “In my world, almost 100% of businesses are using AI.” ~Matthew Rouse [17:35]• “If we think for one minute that there isn’t going to be automation or robots everywhere soon, then we’re fooling ourselves.” ~Matthew Rouse [22:20]• The good side is that AI creates tons of new jobs and opportunities, ones people actually like better which increases prosperity for everyone. ~Matthew Rouse [24:36]• “The best way to stay relevant is partnering with AI.” ~Matthew Rouse [34:44]• “The amount of power and usage for the amount of output you get from AI drops by almost 90% a year.” ~Matthew Rouse [36:50]People Mentioned and Other Resources:1. Will AI take my Job 2?2. Digital Marketing Masters PodcastKeep In Touch with Matthew Rouse:Website: https://matthewrouse.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattmrouse/ —Follow Balbert…Facebook: www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnectionsInstagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/ –LST is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/
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  • What REALLY Happened to Scribe Media? w/ Eric Jorgenson (LST #137)

    What REALLY Happened to Scribe Media? w/ Eric Jorgenson (LST #137)
    Nov 17 2025
    Learn Speak Teach Episode #137 with Eric Jorgenson.Scribe Media, once a top name in the publishing world, fell from industry leader in 2021 to bankruptcy by May 2023. Its collapse left hundreds of employees and freelancers jobless, authors who had paid in full with nothing in return, and investors defrauded of millions.In this episode, Eric Jorgenson shares how he stepped in as CEO of Scribe Media during its most turbulent chapter and the ongoing journey to rebuild the company’s reputation, trust, and future.Eric breaks down Scribe’s carefully designed process that helps authors turn their ideas into published books. He also reveals the secret to selling a million copies and discusses the drawbacks of relying on AI for writing.Beyond Scribe, Eric talks about his book The Almanack of Naval Ravikant, the evolution of audiobooks, and his venture fund, Rolling Fun. Tune in for amazing insights!During this episode, you will learn about:[00:00] Trailer [00:49] The Lost episode[05:19] Scribe Collapse & Recovery[08:33] Becoming Scribe’s CEO[16:51] Book writing process[27:46] Selling a Million Copies[29:44] AI Tools[32:42] The Almanack of Naval Ravikant[35:14] Audiobooks[44:28] Venture fund• Website: https://www.rolling.fun/[51:28] Connect with Eric• Website: https://www.ejorgenson.com/• Podcast: https://www.ejorgenson.com/podcastKey Takeaways:• “Being particular with your customers is a massive advantage.” ~Eric Jorgenson [15:45]• “Almost every writer has experienced writer’s block, but no human being has ever experienced talker’s block.” ~Eric Jorgenson [17:46]• If you want to sell a million copies of a book, don’t try to sell a million copies in a category that has never sold a million. Instead, go to a category where a million copies are sold once every few years when there is a hit. ~Eric Jorgenson [27:46]• “You aren't advertising to a standing army; you are advertising to a moving parade." ~David Ogilvy [28:02]• AI writing tools deny writers the full experience of writing. ~Eric Jorgenson [30:34]• There is wisdom in the things you hear over and over again. ~Eric Jorgenson [34:20]• Most people are now audiobook consumers. ~Eric Jorgenson [36:22]• The best thing a human being can do is help another human being know more. ~Eric Jorgenson [43:18]• The acquisition of wisdom is a moral duty. ~Eric Jorgenson [43:22]People Mentioned and Other Resources:1. Tucker Max2. Timothy Ferriss3. David Ogilvy4. Elon Musk5. Peter Thiel6. The Almanack of Naval Ravikant: https://bit.ly/4pEb85P7. Scribe Collapse & Recovery: https://www.tuckermax.com/the-scribe-media-collapse-and-recovery/Keep In Touch with Eric Jorgenson:Website (Company): https://scribemedia.com/Website (Personal): https://www.ejorgenson.com/Podcast: https://www.ejorgenson.com/podcastX: https://x.com/ericjorgenson—Follow Balbert…Facebook: www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnectionsInstagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/–LST is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/
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    55 m
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