Networking. Referrals. Strategies for success and real-life stories from professionals who are building a business based on relationship marketing, Welcome to the Caerusnet podcast. Here, you’ll learn how to stay connected in the local business community and become that person others get to know, like and trust – and refer to! Want to learn more about Caerusnet facilitated referral teams? https://www.caerusnet.com
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March 25, 202622 min
Trisha Mitchner Stride Coaching & Consulting New Member
In this Caerusnet Podcast, Steven Zyskowski interviews new Caerusnet member, Trisha Mitchner, from Stride Coaching & Consulting.Want to connect with Trisha Mitchner?https://www.linkedin.com/in/the-executive-standard/Want to connect with Steve Zyskowski?https://www.caerusnet.com****************************************************************************************************Every Caerusnet team is run by a Facilitator who is using the Caerusnet Referral Team System (CRTS) as their guiding principles. With instant, ongoing access to Caerusnet materials and know-how, the Facilitator runs the meetings, delivers education to the team to help them Master the Art of Referrals, sets the meeting agenda, and follows up with visitors. The Members are asked to learn how to consistently pass referrals and invite other professionals to visit the team so everyone can benefit. The concept of “help enough people get what they want and you will have what you want” is a motto we live by.Website: https://caerusnet.com/Locations: https://caerusnet.com/caerusnet-team-locations/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaerusNetTwitter: https://twitter.com/CaerusnetLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/caerusnet/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caerusnetmichigan/#ReferralTeams #BussinessNetworking #NetworkingGroups #MichiganBased
March 4, 202652 min
The Heart of a Difference Maker with Jason Tracey
In this Caerusnet Podcast, Steven Zyskowski interviews Jason Tracey about the struggles and victories of that have shaped the heart of this difference maker! Normally, Jason is the interviewer on his own podcast, Coffee & Grit. Steve gives Jason the floor to do something he doesn't always get a chance to do ... share HIS story!Want to connect with Jason Tracey?https://roar.consulting/https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coffee-grit--5708348https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHpbZpzE1kttL3WYmfyC3ggWant to connect with Steve Zyskowski?https://www.caerusnet.com****************************************************************************************************Every Caerusnet team is run by a Facilitator who is using the Caerusnet Referral Team System (CRTS) as their guiding principles. With instant, ongoing access to Caerusnet materials and know-how, the Facilitator runs the meetings, delivers education to the team to help them Master the Art of Referrals, sets the meeting agenda, and follows up with visitors. The Members are asked to learn how to consistently pass referrals and invite other professionals to visit the team so everyone can benefit. The concept of “help enough people get what they want and you will have what you want” is a motto we live by.Website: https://caerusnet.com/Locations: https://caerusnet.com/caerusnet-team-locations/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaerusNetTwitter: https://twitter.com/CaerusnetLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/caerusnet/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caerusnetmichigan/#ReferralTeams #BussinessNetworking #NetworkingGroups #MichiganBased
December 22, 202516 min
Receive The Gift of Time for 2026 with Lacey Reedy
FREE JANUARY 2nd, 2027 - Time Mastery workshop open to the general business public:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/time-mastery-get-more-of-what-you-want-out-of-life-tickets-1977609476179Lacey Reedy's website:https://www.myfearlesshealth.com/Would you like to connect with Steven Zyskowski, Caerusnet founder and facilitator? Use the contact us form on the bottom of the Caerusnet home page:https://caerusnet.com/****************************************************************************************************Every Caerusnet team is run by a Facilitator who is using the Caerusnet Referral Team System (CRTS) as their guiding principles. With instant, ongoing access to Caerusnet materials and know-how, the Facilitator runs the meetings, delivers education to the team to help them Master the Art of Referrals, sets the meeting agenda, and follows up with visitors. The Members are asked to learn how to consistently pass referrals and invite other professionals to visit the team so everyone can benefit. The concept of “help enough people get what they want and you will have what you want” is a motto we live by.Website: https://caerusnet.com/Locations: https://caerusnet.com/caerusnet-team-locations/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaerusNetTwitter: https://twitter.com/CaerusnetLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/caerusnet/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caerusnetmichigan/#ReferralTeams #BussinessNetworking #NetworkingGroups #MichiganBased
November 11, 202524 min
Connor Messina Facilitates Healthy Networking in Caerusnet
Would you like to connect with Connor Messina, health insurance expert and Caerusnet facilitator?https://www.healthmarkets.com/local-health-insurance-agent/cmessinaWould you like to connect with Steven Zyskowski, Caerusnet founder and facilitator? Use the contact us form on the bottom of the Caerusnet home page:https://caerusnet.com/****************************************************************************************************Every Caerusnet team is run by a Facilitator who is using the Caerusnet Referral Team System (CRTS) as their guiding principles. With instant, ongoing access to Caerusnet materials and know-how, the Facilitator runs the meetings, delivers education to the team to help them Master the Art of Referrals, sets the meeting agenda, and follows up with visitors. The Members are asked to learn how to consistently pass referrals and invite other professionals to visit the team so everyone can benefit. The concept of “help enough people get what they want and you will have what you want” is a motto we live by.Website: https://caerusnet.com/Locations: https://caerusnet.com/caerusnet-team-locations/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaerusNetTwitter: https://twitter.com/CaerusnetLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/caerusnet/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caerusnetmichigan/
September 26, 20251 hr 48 min
The Godfather of Connections: The Power of Showing Up, Serving First, and Shaking the Tree
Reposted from the Coffee & Grit Podcast, July 2025! While Steven Zyskowski was visiting Michigan this year, he had the opportunity to connect with good friend and Caerusnet member, Jason Tracey, on the Coffee & Grit Podcast. Lot's to great content to unpack. Fasten your seatbelt!****************************************************************************************************Every Caerusnet team is run by a Facilitator who is using the Caerusnet Referral Team System (CRTS) as their guiding principles. With instant, ongoing access to Caerusnet materials and know-how, the Facilitator runs the meetings, delivers education to the team to help them Master the Art of Referrals, sets the meeting agenda, and follows up with visitors. The Members are asked to learn how to consistently pass referrals and invite other professionals to visit the team so everyone can benefit. The concept of “help enough people get what they want and you will have what you want” is a motto we live by.Website: https://caerusnet.com/Locations: https://caerusnet.com/caerusnet-team-locations/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaerusNetTwitter: https://twitter.com/CaerusnetLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/caerusnet/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caerusnetmichigan/#ReferralTeams #BussinessNetworking #NetworkingGroups #MichiganBased
September 19, 20253 min
ReferralTopia Preview With Caerusnet MVP Member, Trisha Turner
To connect with Trisha Turner and Steven Zyskowski, join us @ ReferralTopia! Details here:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1485141029799?aff=oddtdtcreatorTurner Design Group:https://turnerdesignmi.com/Caerusnet:www.caerusnet.com****************************************************************************************************Every Caerusnet team is run by a Facilitator who is using the Caerusnet Referral Team System (CRTS) as their guiding principles. With instant, ongoing access to Caerusnet materials and know-how, the Facilitator runs the meetings, delivers education to the team to help them Master the Art of Referrals, sets the meeting agenda, and follows up with visitors. The Members are asked to learn how to consistently pass referrals and invite other professionals to visit the team so everyone can benefit. The concept of “help enough people get what they want and you will have what you want” is a motto we live by.Website: https://caerusnet.com/Locations: https://caerusnet.com/caerusnet-team-locations/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaerusNetTwitter: https://twitter.com/CaerusnetLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/caerusnet/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caerusnetmichigan/#ReferralTeams #BussinessNetworking #NetworkingGroups #MichiganBased
June 9, 202519 min
Mary Beth Potrykus' PATH to Success in Caerusnet - Caerusnet Podcast
Want to connect with MaryBeth Potrykus - MamaBear?https://us.shaklee.com/en_US/mamabear/storefrontWant to learn more about Passing Along The Heritage (PATH)?https://passingalongtheheritage.com/Want to connect with Steve Zyskowski?https://www.caerusnet.com****************************************************************************************************Every Caerusnet team is run by a Facilitator who is using the Caerusnet Referral Team System (CRTS) as their guiding principles. With instant, ongoing access to Caerusnet materials and know-how, the Facilitator runs the meetings, delivers education to the team to help them Master the Art of Referrals, sets the meeting agenda, and follows up with visitors. The Members are asked to learn how to consistently pass referrals and invite other professionals to visit the team so everyone can benefit. The concept of “help enough people get what they want and you will have what you want” is a motto we live by.Website: https://caerusnet.com/Locations: https://caerusnet.com/caerusnet-team-locations/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaerusNetTwitter: https://twitter.com/CaerusnetLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/caerusnet/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caerusnetmichigan/#ReferralTeams #BussinessNetworking #NetworkingGroups #MichiganBased
June 2, 20257 min
Caerusnet Family: Unlock Your Potential & Be a Chief Difference Maker!
What’s up, Caerusnet family?For those I have yet to meet, I’m Jason Tracey—founder of Roar Consulting, host of the Coffee & Grit podcast, and (for these videos) your Chief Difference Maker. I’m fired up to be partnering with Steve Zyskowski, Caerusnet Founder, to bring you these quick-hit videos—sharing strategies, mindset shifts, authentic motivation and practical tools to help you get out of your head, break through limiting beliefs, and be the difference in your client’s view and in the business community. Referral relationships are a marathon, not a sprint. I will be here to help you celebrate your wins and keep you up when things don’t go the way you wish. This video series will come out regularly through out the year to help us all stay connected and keep our heads in the game.Here’s what I believe:Hell is meeting the person you could have been.Business development isn’t a script—it’s who you are.In times of chaos, we don’t rise to the occasion… we fall back to our level of trainingAnd that’s exactly what I shared in the video for today’s kickoff.Why Am I Here?Because I’ve seen firsthand how small business owners, entrepreneurs, and business developers struggle with separating “professional self” and “personal self”—when in reality, the magic happens when they merge. It’s not about showing up with a perfect pitch. It’s about showing up as your whole self, truly listening, and being genuinely curious.We all say we care. We all say we listen.But when you’re meeting someone for the first time—at a networking event, or over coffee—are you really present? Or are you just thinking about what you’ll say next?A Challenge for You:Next time you’re heading into a conversation—whether it’s at Caerusnet breakfast, a client meeting, or even a casual chat—pause and ask yourself:Who am I going to meet?What’s going on in their world?How can I help?Not “how can I get a sale”—but how can I serve them?Because that’s what makes you unforgettable. That’s what makes you a Difference Maker.A great place to practice this strategy at the Caerusnet July 16th Breakfast! I look forward to seeing you there!****************************************************************************************************Every Caerusnet team is run by a Facilitator who is using the Caerusnet Referral Team System (CRTS) as their guiding principles. With instant, ongoing access to Caerusnet materials and know-how, the Facilitator runs the meetings, delivers education to the team to help them Master the Art of Referrals, sets the meeting agenda, and follows up with visitors. The Members are asked to learn how to consistently pass referrals and invite other professionals to visit the team so everyone can benefit. The concept of “help enough people get what they want and you will have what you want” is a motto we live by.Website: https://caerusnet.com/Locations: https://caerusnet.com/caerusnet-team-locations/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaerusNetTwitter: https://twitter.com/CaerusnetLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/caerusnet/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caerusnetmichigan/#ReferralTeams #BussinessNetworking #NetworkingGroups #MichiganBased
LeeAnn is a distinguished professional with over 30 years of comprehensive experience in the mortgage lending industry. Recently, she achieved her Certified Divorce Lending Professional (CDLP) designation, recognizing the unique challenges faced by clients going through divorce. Understanding that individuals in this situation need specialized support and knowledge, LeeAnn is committed to providing essential information and insight. Her approach is grounded in empathy and understanding, as she navigates clients through a particularly challenging period in their lives. With compassion, kindness, and patience, LeeAnn is dedicated to guiding her clients every step of the way. Want to connect with LeeAnn McKeon?https://movement.com/lo/leeann-mckeonWant to connect with Steve Zyskowski?https://www.caerusnet.com****************************************************************************************************Every Caerusnet team is run by a Facilitator who is using the Caerusnet Referral Team System (CRTS) as their guiding principles. With instant, ongoing access to Caerusnet materials and know-how, the Facilitator runs the meetings, delivers education to the team to help them Master the Art of Referrals, sets the meeting agenda, and follows up with visitors. The Members are asked to learn how to consistently pass referrals and invite other professionals to visit the team so everyone can benefit. The concept of “help enough people get what they want and you will have what you want” is a motto we live by.Website: https://caerusnet.com/Locations: https://caerusnet.com/caerusnet-team-locations/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaerusNetTwitter: https://twitter.com/CaerusnetLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/caerusnet/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caerusnetmichigan/#ReferralTeams #BussinessNetworking #NetworkingGroups #MichiganBased
May 14, 202514 min
Brandon Sacker Building Trust in Caerusnet -TCI Home Services
This episode of the The Caerusnet Podcast features Caerusnet member, Brandon Sacker from TCI Home Services. Want to connect with Brandon?https://www.tcihomeservices.com/Want to connect with Steve Zyskowski?https://www.caerusnet.com****************************************************************************************************Every Caerusnet team is run by a Facilitator who is using the Caerusnet Referral Team System (CRTS) as their guiding principles. With instant, ongoing access to Caerusnet materials and know-how, the Facilitator runs the meetings, delivers education to the team to help them Master the Art of Referrals, sets the meeting agenda, and follows up with visitors. The Members are asked to learn how to consistently pass referrals and invite other professionals to visit the team so everyone can benefit. The concept of “help enough people get what they want and you will have what you want” is a motto we live by.Website: https://caerusnet.com/Locations: https://caerusnet.com/caerusnet-team-locations/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaerusNetTwitter: https://twitter.com/CaerusnetLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/caerusnet/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caerusnetmichigan/#ReferralTeams #BussinessNetworking #NetworkingGroups #MichiganBased
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