My NY Weekly Feature: Why Every Business Is a People Business

I was featured in NY Weekly in an article written by Celeste Parks, and I have to say — it was a great conversation that touched on something I’ve spent decades living and refining.

The piece dives into my Rotation of Remember philosophy and what I believe is the foundation of every lasting business relationship: genuine, consistent human connection.

The article covers the core of what I teach and practice every day — from how I use my Contact Mapping system to stay meaningfully connected with thousands of people, to why I believe the digital shortcut culture is quietly costing entrepreneurs their most valuable asset: trust.

Key Topics

Here’s a look at the key topics covered:

• The Rotation of Remember (RoR) philosophy and what it means to truly stay connected over time
• Why “when people join with a click, they’ll leave with a click” — and how to build something more durable
• The four core values I call the BLTs: belonging, love, trust, and safety
• How technology like Contact Mapping and AI can enhance empathy rather than replace it

Read Now

Here’s a small blurb from the article written about me:

“Tom’s message and method apply to any and all endeavors: ask questions. Listen—openly. Respond thoughtfully. And don’t lead with a pitch. There’s no need. The opportunity for partnership grows out of the soil of relationship.”

That line says it all. Whether you’re in network marketing, real estate, or any people-facing business, the relationship always comes first.

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