Best Phil Berg & James Berg Podcasts (2024)

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Chats with Dr. Ivan Misner 45:49

2+ y ago45:49

45:49

This episode of Chats with Dad is a very special one. Not just because it’s the last episode of season 2, but also because we have our very first guest, the Founder of BNI, Dr. Ivan Misner. Ivan has been called the “father of modern networking” by Forbes and CNN and he is the author of 26 books. He’s also a good friend of Phil’s (they’re working on…

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Time Management 50:31

2+ y ago50:31

50:31

A to-do list can be a blessing or a curse, depending on how you manage it. From paper notes to online filing systems, there’s a million ways to organise your tasks. In this episode, Phil and James share tips and tricks about what’s worked for them, how proper organisation gives them peace of mind, and why even spontaneity needs to be planned. Click…

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Hiring and firing staff 50:19

2+ y ago50:19

50:19

Hiring and firing staff is one of the most daunting things a business owner has to deal with. How do you know when you’ve found the right person? How can you interview someone in a way that actually challenges them? And when is the right time to part ways with an employee who just isn’t living up to your standards? Phil and James discuss these diff…

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Working with friends and family 38:52

2+ y ago38:52

38:52

Is working with friends and family a hazard or an opportunity? Phil and James have plenty of experience working together as father and son and with their friends and family members. In this episode they discuss the right way to approach collaborating with a friend or loved one. It can be disastrous, but it doesn’t have to be, if you choose carefull…

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Why you need an accountability buddy or coach 49:50

2+ y ago49:50

49:50

Being accountable for the goals you’ve set yourself is not easy, especially when there’s nobody there to hold you accountable. As business owners, it’s something both Phil and James have struggled with. On this episode, father and son discuss accountability buddies, the importance of mentors, and how planning and prioritising can change your busine…

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Talking Money 31:55

2+ y ago31:55

31:55

On this episode, Phil and James break down the difficult business of money: how to save it, grow it, and use it. Listen as they demystify everything from savings accounts to negotiating a fair fee. Click here to book a no-obligations call with Phil, connect with him on social media, and more: https://linktr.ee/PhilBergCoach Click here to find out m…

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Cash Flow 34:27

2+ y ago34:27

34:27

On this episode, Phil and James talk all things cash flow. For a lot of creatives, like James, money isn’t the goal in business, but a means to facilitating amazing and inspiring work. But whatever your view on money, you’ve got to remember that cash flow is king. It’s what keeps the lights on! Click here to book a no-obligations call with Phil, co…

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Reframing Failure 59:46

2+ y ago59:46

59:46

Episode three of Chats with Dad is an emotional one. Phil opens up about a business partner who disappeared and left him in debt, lessons learned from his strained relationship with his own dad, and how he found ways to cope with James’s cancer diagnosis. Listen as father and son discuss how a positive mindset can reframe mistakes, regrets, and tra…

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Still Reflecting on the Last Two Years 49:22

2+ y ago49:22

49:22

On this episode of Chats with Dad, Phil and James continue where episode 1 left off by filling us in on what they’ve been up to these past two years. Phil talks more about jumping into the scary unknown by selling his BNI franchise and starting work as an independent consultant. Father and son get real about the imposter syndrome that comes with ru…

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Reflecting on the Last Two Years (Part 1) 51:10

2+ y ago51:10

51:10

Welcome back to Chats with Dad! It’s been two years since Season 1, and so much has changed for Phil and James. Phil realised it was time to think about retirement (well, his own version of retirement). James has grown Picaroons exponentially, and even moved to Portugal to run the business and surf every day! And, of course, there was a global pand…

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Episode 6- Sales tips and tricks (part 2) 42:04

4y ago42:04

42:04

In the final episode of Chats with Dad season 1, Phil and James carry on their discussion on the 7 stages of the sales cycle. Phil shares advice, lessons and stories that will help you close more deals and retain more customers.By Phil Berg & James Berg

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Episode 5- Sales tips and tricks (part 1) 56:30

4y ago56:30

56:30

In episode 5 of Chats with Dad, the Berg's talk through the 7 stages of the sales cycle. Phil shares advice, lessons and stories from his 32 year stint as one of the most successful carpet salesman there was.By Phil Berg & James Berg

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Episode 4- Dealing with difficult people and situations 1:06:33

4y ago1:06:33

1:06:33

No matter what you do, you will have to deal with difficult people and situations. In this episode, Phil shares tips for dealing with both, how he's never had to fire anyone, how to better manage your team, how he got James to apologise properly and there are some hilarious stories about situations Phil has found himself in. You will be empowered t…

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Chats with Dad Trailer 0:55

4+ y ago0:55

0:55

Like many people, James Berg regularly has chats about business and gets advice from his Dad. The difference for James is that his Dad, Phil Berg, is a sought-after speaker and trainer who went from selling carpets on a market stall to presenting, helping and influencing thousands of businesses all over the world. Known for his heartfelt, inspiring…

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Episode 2- Networking 1:03:00

4+ y ago1:03:00

1:03:00

Phil has made his name due to his networking abilities. He started off networking nearly 20 years ago at BNI, and has since become one of the world's most in demand speakers on the subject. In this episode, Phil & James talk networking do's and don'ts. Expect to hear many of Phil's nuggets of wisdom that he has collected over 20 years of networking…

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Episode 3- Presentation Skills 50:54

4+ y ago50:54

50:54

Phil & James both regularly present to large audiences and Phil will frequently present to 1000+ audience members. In this episode they both share tips and tricks they have learnt along the way to help you overcome nerves (which they both still suffer from) and how they view it in the same vein as going in to battle. You will be sure to feel ready …

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Episode 1- Goal Setting 53:27

4+ y ago53:27

53:27

In the first episode of Chats with Dad, Phil & James discuss goal setting. They chat about everything from why you should set goals, theories on why goals aren't met and tips to help you define and achieve your own goals.By Phil Berg & James Berg

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Phil Berg & James Berg Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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Chats with Dad

Phil Berg & James Berg

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Chats with Dr. Ivan Misner 45:49

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Time Management 50:31

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Hiring and firing staff 50:19

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Working with friends and family 38:52

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Why you need an accountability buddy or coach 49:50

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Talking Money 31:55

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Cash Flow 34:27

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Reframing Failure 59:46

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Still Reflecting on the Last Two Years 49:22

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Reflecting on the Last Two Years (Part 1) 51:10

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Episode 6- Sales tips and tricks (part 2) 42:04

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Episode 5- Sales tips and tricks (part 1) 56:30

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Episode 4- Dealing with difficult people and situations 1:06:33

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Chats with Dad Trailer 0:55

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Episode 2- Networking 1:03:00

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Episode 3- Presentation Skills 50:54

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Episode 1- Goal Setting 53:27

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