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 passion...What if it's bringing your passion with you wherever you go?In this episode of the BNI San Diego Podcast, recorded live at the BNI National Conference in Orlando, Florida, Executive Director Ed Wilson talks with Jon Lyon, Executive Director of BNI Colorado West Slope, for a powerful conversation about leadership, visibility, mindset, and the impact of showing up with intention.Jon shares how a simple lesson completely changed the direction of his life and career, ultimately leading him from a travel-tech startup to BNI leadership. Together, Ed and Jon explore what it means to be present, how to develop influence, and why the energy you bring into a room matters more than you think.🔥 In this episode you'll discover:✅ Why "follow your passion" may be bad advice✅ The difference between finding passion and bringing passion with you✅ How visibility leads to credibility in business✅ Why presence is one of the most underrated leadership skills✅ How to become the person people naturally gravitate toward✅ The importance of being fully present in conversations✅ Why leadership starts with serving others✅ How repetition builds confidence and influence✅ Practical ways to increase your impact in networking groups and business settings💡 Key Takeaway: People don't remember every word you say. They remember how you made them feel. Your energy, your presence, and your willingness to genuinely connect with others may be the most valuable assets you bring into any room.As Jon shares in this episode, leadership isn't about being the loudest voice in the room—it's about showing up consistently, being present, and helping others succeed.Whether you're a BNI member, entrepreneur, business owner, leader, or someone looking to make a greater impact in your career, this conversation will challenge you to think differently about passion, leadership, and personal growth.👇 Comment below: What's one person in your life who helped shape who you've become?👍 Like this video if you found value 🔔 Subscribe for more BNI success stories, leadership insights, and business growth conversations 📤 Share this episode with someone who needs to hear it#Leadership #Entrepreneurship #BusinessNetworking #PersonalDevelopment #BNI #BNISanDiego #LeadershipDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth #MindsetMatters #BusinessGrowth #NetworkingTips #SmallBusiness #SuccessMindset #ReferralMarketing #BNIPodcast #ExecutiveLeadership #PublicSpeaking #Influence #Visibility #GiversGainHave a topic you’d like us to highlight? Please share with us via email at [email protected]. Visit us online: https://bnisd.comBNI is the world's most successful organization of its type in the world. Members pass millions of referrals which translates to billions of dollars in business.BNI San Diego(619) 255-2620Visit a chapter: https://bnisd.com/en-US/findachapter

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