BNI San Diego Podcast
Welcome to the BNI San Diego Podcast, the show where we bring you valuable insights and advice from some of the most successful business leaders and entrepreneurs in the San Diego area, and BNI Globally.
Join our host, Ed Wilson, as he interviews a variety of guests, from seasoned business owners to up-and-coming entrepreneurs, to uncover the secrets of their success. From marketing and branding to networking and business strategy, we'll cover it all.
Whether you're a small business owner looking to grow your company or an entrepreneur just starting out, the BNI San Diego Podcast has something for everyone. With expert advice and practical tips you can put into action right away, you'll be on your way to achieving your business goals in no time.
So tune in to the BNI San Diego Podcast and get ready to take your business to the next level.
Episodes
147 episodes
Episode 147 - How to Scale a Small Business WITHOUT Doing Everything Yourself | with Seth Larson
How do you grow a small business without becoming the person who has to do EVERYTHING?In this episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, Ed Wilson sits down with Seth Larson of Resilient Roofing and BNI Downtown Connection to talk about what...
Episode 146 - You Don't Own a Business—You Own a JOB | How to Break Free & Scale
You started a business to create freedom.So why are you working more hours than ever?In this episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, Ed Wilson sits down with Jonathan Ghiloni, professional business coach with ActionCOACH and membe...
Episode 145 - Lead at a Higher Level: How Leadership EXPANDS Your Network | Spencer Reynolds
Want to grow your professional network, increase your visibility, and create more opportunities for your business?Start leading at a higher level.In this episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, Ed Wilson sits down with Spencer Rey...
Episode 144 – 20 Years of Networking: Why He’s STILL Growing His Business | Miguel Contreras
What can 20 years of business networking teach you about referrals, leadership, sales, and growing a successful business? A lot more than you might think. In this episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, Ed Wilson sits down with...
Episode 143 - Private Investigator Reveals How Networking Built His Business
What happens when a retired police sergeant becomes a private investigator—and walks into his first business networking meeting? Five days later, he lands a major client. In this episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, Ed Wilson sits ...
Episode 142 - 🎙️ Why Following the System Leads to Success | The Truth About BNI, Leadership & Business Growth
Can following someone else's system actually make you more successful? Or does success come from doing things your own way? In this episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, Executive Director Ed Wilson sits down wi...
Episode 141 - 🎙️ Why You're NOT Getting Referrals (And How to Fix It) | The BNI Presentation Mistake Most Members Make
You've built relationships. People know you. They like you. They trust you. So... why aren't you getting more referrals? In this episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, Ed Wilson ...
Episode 140 – Change your Mind, Change Your Business | The Science of Mindset & Success
What if the biggest obstacle to your success... wasn't your competition? What if it was the conversation happening inside your own mind?In this episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, Andy Cruz sits down with Crystal Privett—...
Episode 139 – Do You Really Need a Will or Trust? The Estate Planning Mistakes Most Families Make
Most people think estate planning is only for the wealthy. They're wrong. In this episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, Andy Cruz sits down with estate planning attorney Vince Giarratano to discuss one of the biggest misconceptions ...
Episode 138 - Are You on Track With Your BNI Goals? | The 2026 Mid-Year BNI Reset
We’re halfway through 2026. The question is: Are you getting everything you should be getting from your BNI membership?In this special solo episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, Andy Cruz takes an honest look at the halfway...
Episode 137 – You Can Leave BNI…but BNI Never Leaves You | Building Community & Lifelong Relationships with Martha Chinnok
Can a networking organization change the way you live your life? For Martha Chinnok, the answer is a resounding yes. In this inspiring episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, Ed Wilson sits down with Martha Chinnok, Executive Direct...
Episode 136 - 🎙️ Leadership Starts Before the Title | How Serving in BNI Makes You a Better Business Leader
What separates great leaders from everyone else? It's not the title. It's the willingness to raise your hand before you're ready. In this episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, Ed Wilson sits down with entrepreneur, podcast producer,...
🎙️ Why Givers Gain Works: The Psychology of Reciprocity in Business | Jenn Edwards
What if the secret to getting more referrals, building stronger relationships, and growing your business wasn't selling at all?In this episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, Ed Wilson sits down with longtime BNI leader and relationship-bu...
Episode 134 – Should you really “Follow your Passion” | Leadership & Networking with Jon Lyon
What if the advice you've heard your entire life is wrong? "Follow your passion."It's one of the most common pieces of advice given to entrepreneurs, business owners, and professionals. But what if the real secret isn't finding your pass...
Episode 133 – From “Trying BNI” to 10% of Her Business | The Power of One-to-Ones & Referrals w/ Lindsay Curtis
What happens when you stop “trying” BNI and actually commit to it? In this episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, Lindsay Curtis (A Smart Move) shares her real journey from dipping her toe into BNI… to building a referral sys...
Episode 132 – Stressed, Burned Out, and Overwhelmed | Stress Reduction for Business Owners w/ Jan Cerasaro
Feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or constantly “on”? You’re not alone—and more importantly… you don’t have to stay that way. In this episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, we sit down with stress reduction coach Jan Cerasaro ...
Episode 131 – Your Website Could Get You SUED & Most Businesses Don’t Know | Web Legal Compliance w/ Anton Siler
Think your website is “done” because it’s live? Think again. In this eye-opening episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, we sit down with SEO expert Anton Siler (Urbane Digital) to uncover one of the most overlooked risks in business ...
Episode 130 – It feels like AI Is Taking Over… But This Will Set You Apart | with Corryn Kivett
AI is everywhere in 2026…But the real question is: What makes YOU irreplaceable? In this powerful episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, we sit down with human behavior expert Corryn Kivett to unpack the truth about AI, automation, a...
Episode 129 – Why Your Appearance Is Costing You Business | Dress for Success & First Impressions w/ Toby Copeland
Are you losing business… because of how you show up? In this episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, we sit down with Toby Copeland, owner of Pearce Bespoke San Diego, to break down how your appearance, wardrobe, and first impression directly imp...
Episode 128 – Instagram Isn’t About Followers (It’s About Sales) | Social Media Strategy That Actually Converts w/ Alaisja Rodrigues
If your social media isn’t generating real business… you’re focusing on the wrong metrics. In this episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, host Andy Cruz sits down with Instagram strategist Alaisja Rodrigues (Social Girl Marketing) to...
Episode 127 – Creators Roundtable: Why Your Social Media Isn’t Working and How to Fix It in 2026
If your social media isn’t bringing you business… it’s not the platform. It’s the strategy. In this episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, host Andy Cruz sits down with digital marketing expert Danny Quesada to break down exac...
Episode 126 - What if the real value of networking isn’t referrals… but who you become in the process?
In this powerful episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, we sit down with men’s life coach Soleiman Bolour to uncover the hidden, intangible benefits of BNI that most members overlook. From personal growth and confidence to deeper relation...
Episode 125 - Thinking About Leaving BNI? Watch This First (Why Most Members Quit Too Early) | Jenn Edwards
Have you ever thought about leaving BNI? You’re not alone — and that might be exactly why you need to hear this. In this powerful episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, Jenn Edwards joins Ed Wilson to share her r...
Episode 124 - Are You Wasting Your BNI Membership? How to Maximize Referrals & ROI
Are you getting everything you should out of your BNI membership… or just scratching the surface? In this episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, we sit down with Elizabeth Hughes (aka “The Bug Girl”) to break down h...
Episode 123 – Why You're Not Getting Referrals (And How to Fix It) | BNI Follow-Up Secrets with Sean Hoptar
If you're not getting referrals in your business… it might not be your network. It might be your follow-up. In this episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, we sit down with Sean Hoptar, escrow officer and BNI Carmel Valley member, to ...