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Author: Steve Zyskowski

  • The Caerusnet PODCAST – A Great Tool For Sharing & Learning

    The Caerusnet PODCAST – A Great Tool For Sharing & Learning

    Do you like to take your headphones with you when you go for nice walk or workout at the gym?  How about that windshield time in the car?  Podcasts are super popular these days as people can discover amazing content that you simply just won’t find in the legacy media.  For the past many years, I’ve discovered some great podcasts from Caerusnet members.

    These podcasts are with the people I care about and the benefits of learning from people you know, like and trust is immeasurable.  Personally, I’d like to mention just a few podcasts that I’m a big fan of.  They are the “So, you’re in sales?” podcast by Caerusnet member, Roger Burnett.  His podcasts are very structured and fit well within a 30 min walk or drive most of the time.  Also, I’m a big fan of Brighton Wednesday 10AM Caerusnet member Jason Tracey from Roar Consulting.  Jason’s podcasts on “Coffee & Grit” are very free flow, like a Joe Rogan Experience and you never know where they’re going to go.  Jason is great and helping people share their vulnerabilities.  And also, Caerusnetters, Anglea and Don Putkela, and their real estate podcast, “Welcome to Livingston” is super great!

    In 2022, I’m proud to also introduce The Caerusnet Podcast.  I hope you will consider adding this to your Spotify favorites!  What could be better than learning how to grow by referral than by learning from our Caerusnet peers?  The first five episodes of are ready right now for your listening enjoyment!  The episodes feature some cool, unique Caerusnet members.  Also, learning from top performers and learning from the 2021 Caerusnet Team MVPs (20+ of them join us in one podcast) who authentically share their Caerusnet experience and tips for success with the entire network.

    What’s your favorite local podcast?  Want to be on the podcast yourself?  Have a great success story to share?  Please share your responses with me by clicking here!

    Stay connected,


    Caerusnet Founder & Facilitator

  • Level Up YOUR $Referral Game$ In Caerusnet with Denise Roberts – Caerusnet POD Facilitator

    Level Up YOUR $Referral Game$ In Caerusnet with Denise Roberts – Caerusnet POD Facilitator

    What is a Caerusnet POD?  It’s a learning and accountability incubator designed to help Caerusnet members meet their goals and increase their competency in networking and referrals.  Good news!  A few spots are open and one can be YOURS for this amazing program!  

    The Caerusnet POD is led by Denise Roberts (Sales Partners Troy & New Hudson Caerusnet member), a dynamic and proven sales coach with a proven track record of success.  Up to 10 other Caerusnet members from teams all across Michigan will also be your support and accountability partners.

    The Caerusnet POD begins on Tuesday, February 22nd from 10AM-11AM (1HR) and runs for 12 consecutive weeks on the same day and time.  You will set goals and get better at the areas of networking and referrals that are most important to you.  

    The investment to be a participant in the Caerusnet POD is $150/month for the three-month program. We are so certain you will benefit from this program; we are offering a 100% money back guarantee! *

    This first Caerusnet POD is limited to only 10 Caerusnet members total.  Click here to contact Denise Roberts to learn more  about the Caerusnet POD without any obligation.

    *Caerusnet POD 100% money back guarantee details:  We want you to get full value from the Caerusnet POD.  Guarantee is eligible to participants who complete the program with 80% or better attendance and honest participation in the 12-week program.  

    *Download the Caerusnet POD pdf for additional details:Caerusnet POD

     

  • This Life Coach Literally “Horses Around” With Her Clients

    This Life Coach Literally “Horses Around” With Her Clients

    Caerusnet founder and facilitator, Steven Zyskowski interviews Caerusnet Brighton Tuesday 8AM team member, Penny Wilson, owner of A Path 2 Transformation.  Caerusnet treasures the diversity of businesses that are making a difference on our facilitated referral teams in Michigan.  Be sure to give this a watch:

    Click here to connect with Penny

    https://apath2transformation.com/

    Enjoy these bonus pictures of Penny’s property and her special horses:


  • Katie & Michigan SEO Love Sharing What They Know in Caerusnet

    Katie & Michigan SEO Love Sharing What They Know in Caerusnet

    Katie Blacker from Michigan SEO Group has been an active and welcoming Caerusnet member on the Ann Arbor Tuesday 11AM team since first joining in June, 2018.  In addition to writing digital content for her company’s clients, she also helps Michigan SEO Group with local relationship marketing.  She’s athletic and competitive and is involved coaching a high school volleyball team. She very rarely ever misses a Caerusnet meeting and is active in helping grow her Caerusnet team.  She stood out last year as the team’s 2021 MVP.  We recently had a chance to connect with Katie about her success.

    How long have you been in your profession and what is the best thing about your business/career?
    For seven years now,  I’ve loved every minute of helping small and medium sized businesses grow. Especially working with family-owned businesses and learning why they’re the best at what they do – it’s incredibly rewarding.

    How are you different? Michigan SEO Group really strives to help businesses with presence, care, and compassion. We not only work for our clients, we form personal relationships with them and we never treat them like a number on a spreadsheet.

    What is it about the Caerusnet model that you like most?
    I love that Caerusnet cultivates relationships. In the years I’ve been at Caerusnet, I’ve made great friends, not just partners in referrals.

    Share a success story about why giving referrals/bringing visitors are beneficial to you.
    Giving referrals and bringing visitors to Caerusnet fits right in with our vision at Michigan SEO Group – helping businesses grow and thrive. When I can bring someone to our team or pass a referral, I know I’m helping that business succeed.

    Any tips on learning how to find situations where you can create a referral or invite a visitor?
    Active listening is so important. Many organic conversations don’t include the buzz words we look for to pass a referral, but maybe the person is saying it in a different way. If they’re talking about struggling to get the word out about what they do or if they’re having a hard time generating interest, the answer could be visiting a Caerusnet group.

    What is your approach to positioning yourself as a resource in the community?
    At Michigan SEO Group, we know that there are so many facets to being successful at marketing and SEO.  It is generally very overwhelming for most business owners to take on themselves. Our goal is to be a resource for businesses in the community gain knowledge from, even if they don’t ultimately end up working with us. We believe in being abundant and sharing what we know is the recipe to help others succeed.

    Tips on how to be successful in Caerusnet?
    Have a positive mindset, be a good listener, and practice great attendance! Even if you don’t pass a referral at every meeting, being in the meetings regularly shows the other members you’re dedicated to the team.

    Click here if you’d like to connect with Katie.

    Additional resources:
    Website: https://www.michiganseogroup.com/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourSEOteam/

  • Landscape Designer Trisha Turner Is A Referral Machine In Caerusnet

    Landscape Designer Trisha Turner Is A Referral Machine In Caerusnet

    In this short interview (produced by Livingston County, MI radio station, WHMI in partnership with the Howell Chamber of Commerce, Caerusnet Member, Trish Turner, owner of Turner Design Group LLC, discusses where her business came from since she started her company in February, 2020. Caerusnet can only take some credit for Trisha’s success as a big part of her success comes from her honest desire to support other local business and be connected deeply in the community. Way to go, Trisha Turner! You are unstoppable!

    Want to learn more about Trisha’s landscape design and install company: https://turnerdesignmi.com/

  • Fitness Coach Evan Raoof Has Earned 7X Return On His Caerusnet Investment

    Fitness Coach Evan Raoof Has Earned 7X Return On His Caerusnet Investment

    Fitness & Wellness Coach, Evan Raoof, of The Fitliving Academy (Caerusnet Canton Thursday 1PM) has learned to become a great networker to advance his business. As a result of his determination and giving spirit, he’s gotten a return of SEVEN TIMES back on his Caerusnet investment in membership. This interview shares some great tips and strategies for success.

    Want to learn more about Evan? https://www.myfitlivinglife.com/

  • Flagstar Bank’s Sierra White Found Her Networking Best Friend In Caerusnet

    Flagstar Bank’s Sierra White Found Her Networking Best Friend In Caerusnet

    Sierra White, Caerusnet Ann Arbor Tuesday 1PM member with Flagstar Bank.

    Flagstar Bank believes in crafting great relationships with its customers.  No other Michigan bank has as many branch managers as members in Caerusnet than Flagstar.  It’s a testimony the bank’s universal belief that being approachable and visible in the community holds the key to being able build solid relationships with local businesspeople.

    Sierra White is a branch manager for Flagstar Bank in Ann Arbor and has been an outstanding member for several years on the Ann Arbor Tuesday 1PM Caerusnet team facilitated by Caerusnet founder, Steven Zyskowski.  The two recently had an opportunity to connect and share her Flagstar Bank experience and her inspiring Caerusnet story.

    How long have you been in your profession? 22 years

    How did you get into this field? My senior year in high school through the co/op program.

    What is the best thing about your business/career? Having the opportunity to help my customers achieve their financial goals.

    What is it about the Caerusnet model that you like most? I enjoy the structure of the entire meeting.  Starting the meeting with the positive focus is always a great way to kick start the meeting and hear about all the positive things happening with my fellow members.

    Can you share a success story about why giving referrals/bringing visitors are beneficial to you?  Passing referrals is a great way to build relationships within the team. One situation in particular that still sits deep in my heart is when I referred my mother to the realtor in our group.  While I was still very new to the group, I knew that Barbara Zinser would create a great experience for my mother during her home buying process.  And she did just that!  Since then, I feel that I have built a great relationship with Barbara and we are both able to refer to each other so easily.  She is my Caerusnet “best friend!”  That’s what being in Caerusnet is all about, finding your best friend in networking.

    What is your strategy with your member minute and your spotlight presentation? I usually try to find a way to connect with my team.  Speaking about a promotion that we are offering that I know can truly benefit someone.  But more than that, always offering my services which is one of a kind!

    Do you have any tips on how to be successful in Caerusnet?     Trust builders, trust builders and more trust builders!  They are the key to your success in the group.  Relationship building with my fellow team members is what makes Caerusnet so great!

    Can you share how Caerusnet members have positively influenced you or your business besides passing referrals?  The members of my Caerusnet team always have such positive things to say about me.  Although I work for Flagstar, the opportunity to be in Caerusnet is really about the experiences and relationships that I am building as the banker in the group.  I feel the members of my Caerusnet team know that they can count on me to provide an exceptional experience to anyone I am given the opportunity to help.

    Want to find your best friend in 0% balance transfers and purchases for the next 20 months?
    Click here for Sierra’s special credit card offer with Flagstar for Caerusnet members and their referrals!

     

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  • Top 5 Benefits of Caerusnet Online Facilitated Referral Teams

    Top 5 Benefits of Caerusnet Online Facilitated Referral Teams

    Caerusnet Founder Steven Zyskowski and Wendy Caverly of Caerusnet Connections discuss the benefits of being a member of a local, facilitated referral team that also does its team meetings online.

    Both Steve & Wendy facilitate all of their team meetings online.  One of the wonderful things about Caerusnet, is that the Facilitator of each team makes the decision as to the format they feel works best for them: in-person, hybrid and/or online.

    It’s a brave new world and it’s not all bad!   
    We’d love to hear from you regarding benefits you think we missed!

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-c-caverly-1565b551/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenzyskowski/

  • “You’re a photographer? I’ve been looking for you!” Staying Connected with Christina Kafkakis & Steven Zyskowski

    “You’re a photographer? I’ve been looking for you!” Staying Connected with Christina Kafkakis & Steven Zyskowski

    Learning how to “create opportunities” is one of the major mottos at Caerusnet.

    Approximately 10 years ago, Caerusnet founder, Steven Zyskowski, took notice that a photographer had pulled up to the other side of a gas pump while he was gassing up his vehicle at a local Speedway.  He noticed the magnetic sign advertising photography services and likes to practice what he preaches.  So, instead of letting the potential opportunity of meeting a photographer die by not speaking up, Zyskowski decided to take a small risk and introducing himself.

    As karma and vibe would have it, Christina was already on the conscious track of wanting to network in the local community as her kids were just getting to an age where she felt comfortable getting daycare.

    She visited a Caerusnet Brighton team after meeting Steve and promptly joined.  Since then, Christina has been a multiple MVP member in Caerusnet.  She’s just as serious about wanting to grow her business as she is at wanting to make a positive impact in the community by referring other local professionals to her clients, family and friends.

    In this 10ish minute YouTube video, Christina and Steve discuss how they met, the impact it’s made in her life and how to take advantage of membership on Caerusnet Online Facilitated Referral Teams.

    Want to connect with Christina?  Here’s a link to her website!

  • Christie Returns To Caerusnet As A Yoga Entrepreneur

    Christie Returns To Caerusnet As A Yoga Entrepreneur

    Christie Hajduk (pronounced “Hi, Duke”) used to be in Caerusnet approximately 5 years ago.  Initially, she was in Caerusnet while working in the digital marketing space.  However, life has a way of taking us in new directions, as we discover ourselves and get clarity with purpose.

    Christie helps Caerusnetters get a good morning Yoga session before hitting the golf course at the September 2020 outing!

    Residing in Livingston County, Christie is now a practicing Yoga instructor and launched her own practice, www.ninetwofive.yoga.  She is a member of the Howell Thursday afternoon team facilitated by Wendy Caverly (Caerusnet Connections).

    In this short, 10 min YouTube video, Christie paints the picture of her personal journey and also provides some good advice for how to be successful on a Caerusnet team.  As someone with experience in both in-person networking and now, online networking, she has a unique perspective.

    https://www.ninetwofive.yoga/