Bakersfield Business Network - BBN

09/08/2026

"These habits make people want to listen to you. Fortunately, they’re not personality-based, they’re skills you can learn. Here are the two most important places to start:"

Highly successful people say less and give the answer first, says John Bowe, who trains executives to communicate effectively.

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day!

Here’s to a long weekend, a little extra time with family and friends, and a well-deserved break from the daily grind.

We’re thankful for all the hardworking people who make our local business community what it is. Enjoy the day — you’ve earned it!

09/04/2026

"Cringe" is a lie made up by Big Normal to stop you from having fun. - Anyonymous

Hope you have some fun this weekend!

09/03/2026

"As a CEO, giving presentations—and listening to them—is a big part of my life. The best ones always share a few of the same qualities, none of which require a gift for theater. They're just choices anyone can make."

Even the most fascinating story can be dull when the presentation is dry. Even the most workaday presentations can be made more interesting with a little time and effort.

09/02/2026

Thanks to Cameron Cerda of for speaking this week!

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09/01/2026

"Here’s my argument for this essay: Successful people tend to have good relationships with their minds. When I get to know successful people, and I use that term successful in a pretty broad sense, it seems to me that many of them have an uncommonly positive relationship with themselves. "

Successful people are more than just intelligent and creative, they have specific emotional habits that keep them smarter and more likable than their competition.

08/31/2026

"If you do not know which port you are seeking, no wind is favorable." - Seneca

08/28/2026

And also the best part - depends on the day 😂

08/27/2026

"Technology is moving faster than ever, but restaurant operators don’t need to use every new tool. They need to find the right ones and use them consistently to help grow their business."

Everyone wants more customers. The harder question is whether they can actually find you when they're ready to buy.

08/26/2026

If you're looking for a group of local business owners who share information, leads and referrals that help you grow your business, BBN may be the group! We'd love to have you as our guest next Tuesday to see what we're all about. Guest businesses must fill an open category - DM me for details.