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The 1% Podcast with Vin and ShaneWhy Most People Are Terrible at Gift GivingMost people think gift giving is about being nice.Sara Hardwick Grintz shows why it’s actually a business skill—and why getting it wrong quietly kills ROI.In this episode, we sit down with Sara Hardwick Grintz, President of the RuhlinGroup, to break down what it really means to be a phenomenal gift giver—and how intentional gifting can strengthen relationships, land clients, and create long-term returns.This isn’t about swag or spending more money.It’s about understanding why gifts work—or don’t.
2026-01-2743 min
Mpowered Living with Ann SheuEpisode 36 | Return on Relationships: Why Giving Big Pays Off with Sara HardwickIn this episode of Mpowered Living, Ann welcomes Sara Hardwick from Gift-ology for a conversation on the power of generosity in business and life. Sara shares how her journey with Gift-ology began and reflects on the legacy of founder John Ruhlin, whose philosophy was simple yet transformative: relationships are an investment, and meaningful generosity creates lasting impact.Together, they explore the idea of Return on Relationships, why going beyond transactional gestures and “giving big” leads to deeper connections, stronger loyalty, and opportunities that traditional marketing can’t buy. From practical tips on spotting “relational golden nuggets” to the releas...
2025-08-2831 min
The Jon Gordon PodcastCarrying the Torch: The Power of Giftology with Sara HardwickOn this episode of The Jon Gordon Podcast, I sit down with Sara Hardwick from Giftology to dive deep into the legacy of our great friend and Giftology founder, John Ruhlin. Sara opens up about how the Giftology team has carried on John's mission of generosity, relationship-building, and faith following his unexpected passing. We explore the powerful "return on relationships" philosophy that made John's approach to gifting and human connection so unique, how intentional generosity can transform your business and personal life, and what it looks like to truly honor someone's legacy. Sara shares behind-the-scenes stories, how G...
2025-08-2524 minThe Jon Gordon PodcastCarrying the Torch: The Power of Giftology with Sara HardwickOn this episode of The Jon Gordon Podcast, I sit down with Sara Hardwick from Giftology to dive deep into the legacy of our great friend and Giftology founder, John Ruhlin. Sara opens up about how the Giftology team has carried on John's mission of generosity, relationship-building, and faith following his unexpected passing. We explore the powerful "return on relationships" philosophy that made John's approach to gifting and human connection so unique, how intentional generosity can transform your business and personal life, and what it looks like to truly honor someone's legacy. Sara shares behind-the-scenes stories, how G...
2025-08-2524 min
The Better Than Rich ShowStop Sending Swag: Sara Hardwick on Strategic Gifting That Builds Loyalty | The Better Than Rich Show Ep. 217In this powerful episode, Sara Hardwick joins Mike Abramowitz to share how service professionals, tradespeople, and entrepreneurs can grow their business by giving without expectations.As a leader at GIFT·OLOGY, Sara walks us through the real strategy behind business gifting — and why it has nothing to do with promotional merchandise or thank-you baskets.You’ll discover:Why timing your gift matters more than what you giveThe "harmless starter" framework for reconnecting with past clientsHow handwritten notes outperform high-end itemsThe psychology behind off-cycle generosityHow to be referred (without it getting awkward)Whether you're a con...
2025-07-2949 min
Magic In The Room192: Return on RelationshipIn this episode of "Magic in the Room," hosts Luke and Chris are joined by Sara Hardwick of Giftology to explore the concept of Return on Relationship. They discuss how investing in authentic, intentional relationships, both internally within teams and externally with clients and partners, can drive loyalty and long-term business outcomes. Sara shares her journey into the world of strategic gifting and highlights the philosophy behind Giftology, including the power of delight, personalized systems of care, and the importance of playing the long game in leadership and marketing. The conversation also introduces the Rich Relationship Society, a community b...
2025-07-0155 min
The Influencer Empires Podcast With Walt BaylissSara Hardwick: The Relationship-Building Power of GIFT·OLOGYFrom Googling “gift-giving companies” in college to becoming the Community Relationship Strategist at GIFT·OLOGY, Sara Hardwick’s journey is proof that genuine connection still wins in business.Working closely with the late John Ruhlin—author of GIFT·OLOGY and a pioneer of relationship-first leadership—Sara now carries forward his legacy through the Rich Relationship Society and their newest release, Beyond Gift·ology.In this episode, we unpack: ✨ How thoughtful gifting creates "peak moments" that cement long-term partnerships 📦 Why home-delivered gifts outperform workplace drops 🚫 What to avoid when gifting (hint: no branded merch or w...
2025-06-2538 min
Chats with JasonBeyond Giftology: The Radical Generosity Strategy That Grows Businesses Like Nothing ElseWhat if the key to explosive business growth isn’t your next ad campaign — but a handwritten note?In this powerful and heart-centered episode of Chats With Jason, host Jason S. Bradshaw sits down with Sara Hardwick, community relationship strategist at GIFT∙OLOGY and co-author of Beyond Giftology — the final book by the late, great John Ruhlin.Together, they explore:The real secret to word-of-mouth growth (hint: it’s not what you think)Why radical generosity is a business strategy, not just a virtueThe RICH relationship framework that creates ra...
2025-06-2329 min
Gratitude Through Hard TimesSara Hardwick: Beyond GiftologyIn this deeply moving and insight-rich episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times, host Chris Schembra welcomes Sara Hardwick, the Community Relationship Strategist at the Gift•ology Group and steward of the late John Ruhlin’s enduring legacy. What begins as a conversation about gifting quickly unfolds into a masterclass in human connection, spiritual resilience, and the transformative power of long-game generosity.Sara shares her unexpected journey into this world of relational marketing—how a nudge from her college roommate and a single Google search led her to John’s work, and how her bold outreach blossomed into a mentor...
2025-05-2246 min
The Mike Litton ExperienceA Heartfelt Conversation with Sara Hardwick – Building Meaningful Connections in Business and LifeIn this episode of The Mike Litton Experience, we’re joined by the incredible Sara Hardwick, a true innovator in the world of relationship-building and referral-based business. Sara shares her insights on how to create authentic connections that go beyond transactions and foster long-lasting partnerships. Through her experience, Sara emphasizes the power of thoughtful communication, personal touch, and genuine care in building a business that thrives on trust and mutual support. She draws on her time working closely with John Rulon, author of Giftology, to highlight the importance of going the extra mile and how small gestures can have a...
2025-05-1651 min
Story With A MessageRight Where You're Supposed to BeA Sunday drive with no destination led Bill and Sara to a small town that felt strangely familiar—long before they knew the reason why. What started as a spontaneous detour soon unveiled deep ties and a quiet pull toward a home they never expected. Join us as we uncover this true story of intuition, belonging, and the unseen forces that guide us exactly where we're supposed to be. Want to contact me? Send an email to storywithamessage@outlook.com. The intro and outro tune was adapted from royalty-free music provided by ZakharValaha on Pi...
2025-05-0406 min
Elevate with Robert GlazerThe Giftology Group's Sara Hardwick On Building World Class RelationshipsThis episode celebrates the game-changing relationship-building strategy former Elevate Podcast guest John Ruhlin and his Giftology team pioneered. Representing Giftology in this episode is Sara Hardwick. Sara is the Community Relationship Strategist at Giftology. She also leads the RICH Relationship Society, and educational membership designed to revolutionize referral-based business practices. Sara’s experience building relationship-driven communities began in college, where she built the internet’s largest gifting community as a student at UNC.Special Thanks to the Sponsors of the Elevate Podcast
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2025-04-2243 min
Partnerships For ProfitPartnerships for Profit - Episode 92 with Sara HardwickJoin us on Partnerships for Profit as we welcome Sara Hardwick, Community Relationship Strategist at GIFT∙OLOGY. Sara revolutionizes referral-based marketing with her innovative strategies for building genuine, value-driven networks that foster sustainable business growth.📌 Connect with Sara:🔗 Website: giftologygroup.com🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahardwick/Don't miss this truly empowering conversation!
2025-04-0830 min
The Deep Specialization™ PodcastBeyond Giftology: Maximizing Your Return on Relationships | Sara Hardwick In this episode, Corey Quinn is joined by Sara Hardwick, Community Relationship Specialist at the Giftology Group, to discuss the powerful principles from John Ruhlin's new book, "Beyond Giftology." Sara shares insights on building strategic relationships that drive business growth and how to create systems that turn connections into powerful referral sources.Episode Highlights:The Power of ROR (Return on Relationship): Learn how investing in relationships can take your business places traditional marketing can't reach Relationship Partnership Training System: The step-by-step approach to transform connections into champions and referral partners Clarity Co...
2025-03-1943 minThe Deep Specialization™ PodcastBeyond Giftology: Maximizing Your Return on Relationships | Sara Hardwick In this episode, Corey Quinn is joined by Sara Hardwick, Community Relationship Specialist at the Giftology Group, to discuss the powerful principles from John Ruhlin's new book, "Beyond Giftology." Sara shares insights on building strategic relationships that drive business growth and how to create systems that turn connections into powerful referral sources.Episode Highlights:The Power of ROR (Return on Relationship): Learn how investing in relationships can take your business places traditional marketing can't reach Relationship Partnership Training System: The step-by-step approach to transform connections into champions and referral partners Clarity Co...
2025-03-1943 min
The Daily Helping405. “Invest in people.” | Giftology and Honoring John Ruhlin’s Legacy with Sara HardwickIn this heartfelt episode of The Daily Helping, we pay tribute to the legacy of John Ruhlin, a visionary in the art of radical generosity and the founder of Giftology. Joining us is Sara Hardwick, the community relationship strategist at Giftology, who is continuing John’s mission of fostering authentic and meaningful connections.John's philosophy was simple yet transformative: relationships should be at the heart of everything we do. He revolutionized business networking and client relationships by teaching the power of thoughtful giving—not as a transactional tool, but as a foundation for true conn...
2025-03-1726 minThe Daily Helping405. “Invest in people.” | Giftology and Honoring John Ruhlin’s Legacy with Sara HardwickIn this heartfelt episode of The Daily Helping, we pay tribute to the legacy of John Ruhlin, a visionary in the art of radical generosity and the founder of Giftology. Joining us is Sara Hardwick, the community relationship strategist at Giftology, who is continuing John’s mission of fostering authentic and meaningful connections.John's philosophy was simple yet transformative: relationships should be at the heart of everything we do. He revolutionized business networking and client relationships by teaching the power of thoughtful giving—not as a transactional tool, but as a foundation for true conn...
2025-03-1726 min
Spaghetti on the WallRelationships Are Your Superpower | Episode #232 with Sara HardwickRelationships Are Your Superpower! Today on Spaghetti on the Wall, Armando talks with Sara Hardwick about the art of building genuine connections, leveraging strategic gifting, and creating powerful referral networks. Don’t miss this insightful conversation to grow your business through relationships!
2025-02-2127 minThe Mike Litton ExperienceA Heartfelt Conversation with Sara Hardwick – Building Meaningful Connections in Business and LifeIn this episode of The Mike Litton Experience, we’re joined by the incredible Sara Hardwick, a true innovator in the world of relationship-building and referral-based business. Sara shares her insights on how to create authentic connections that go beyond transactions and foster long-lasting partnerships.
Through her experience, Sara emphasizes the power of thoughtful communication, personal touch, and genuine care in building a business that thrives on trust and mutual support. She draws on her time working closely with John Rulon, author of Giftology, to highlight the importance of going the extra mile and how small gestures ca...
2025-02-1251 minThe Mike Litton ExperienceBuilding Relationships and Legacy with Sara HardwickIn this episode of The Mike Litton Experience, we are thrilled to welcome Sara Hardwick, a key figure in carrying forward John Ruhlin’s legacy and the powerhouse behind Giftology. With her unparalleled expertise in building meaningful, referral-based relationships, Sarah shares valuable insights on how intentional connections can transform businesses and create lasting success.
Sara dives deep into strategies such as relationship snowballs, creating a “Referral Family Tree,” and mastering the art of demonstrating value before asking for anything in return. As the founder of Giftology Group, Sarah is on a mission to show entrepreneurs and business leaders...
2025-02-1046 min
Wealthy and Well-Known Podcast#1 Best Way to Get Referrals | Sara Hardwick Episode RecapHave you ever wondered how to get referrals? What if we told you that the best way to get referrals is incredibly simple? Today on the Influential Personal Brand Podcast, we are recapping our conversation with Sara Hardwick of GIFT-OLOGY about how to get referrals. Tuning in, you'll hear all about why the secret to getting referrals is simply to give them first! We dive into how giving someone something first makes asking for something easier before discussing where referral hesitation comes from and how you can avoid that obstacle. We even talk about the importance of reframing our...
2024-10-2511 minWealthy and Well-Known PodcastGrowing Revenue Through Referrals with Sara HardwickCan you meaningfully grow your business through referrals? Today on the Influential Personal Brand Podcast, Sara Hardwick from GIFT-OLOGY joins us to discuss their new referral course and the importance of building connections to grow your revenue. This episode is the perfect way to honor the late CEO of GIFT-OLOGY, John Ruhlin who left an incredible legacy by doing just that. Tuning in, you'll hear that a referral is simply an introduction that adds value, how you can get referrals without asking, three key points to consider when having a referral conversation, the best and worst time to ask...
2024-10-2251 min
Madison BookBeatJennifer Kabat on the Importance of Solidarity in Unsettled TimesOn this edition of Madison BookBeat, host Sara Batkie speaks with author Jennifer Kabat about her memoir The Eighth Moon from Milkweed Editions, ahead of Kabat’s appearance at A Room of One’s Own on Tuesday, September 10th.A rebellion, guns, and murder. When Jennifer Kabat moves to the Catskills, she has no idea it was the site of the Anti-Rent War, an early episode of American rural populism. As she forges friendships with her new neighbors and explores the countryside on logging roads and rutted lanes—finding meadows dotted with milkweed in bloom, saff...
2024-09-0947 min
Ivory Tower Boiler Room“Being On the Fringe of American Culture as a Queer Person,” Dr. Eric Solomon and Martin Padgett Discuss LGBTQ+ Life in the SouthAndrew reunites with fellow queer male intellects Marty Padgett and Dr. Eric Solomon after having met them at the Queer History Conference in San Francisco! They discuss Marty and Eric’s lives living in the South as members of the LGBTQ+ community and how that has affected them. Marty discusses his childhood, where he lived across tobacco farms, and coming from a very Southern family. Eric grew up in Mississippi and discusses the pressure of playing football to fit the narrative of “what it is all men do.”
Marty has an MFA from the University of Georgia’s Grady C...
2023-04-241h 16
Deep Dive with ShawnGreatest Hit - Sara Benesh: Everything Is Made Up (and is Roe in Danger with this Supreme Court?)Send us a textWhile Deep Dive is on break between seasons, here's a Greatest Hit from Season One to enjoy! This is the premiere episode of Deep Dive with Shawn C. Fettig and was originally released on May 29, 2002. -----Welcome to the premiere of Deep Dive with Shawn C. Fettig. For this week only, two episodes will release - one today and one Friday, June 3. After this week, a new episode will release each Friday morning.In this premiere episode, I'm talking to my friend, Dr. Sara Benesh , a judicial scholar and...
2022-09-091h 00
Thrive: Mental Health and the Art of Living FreeThe Connected Leader with Karen Joy Hardwick :: [Episode 109]Hello Friends! As we continue our series into being healthy in all the areas of our life, we have many things to be “healthy.” I know it can be overwhelming, but I hope you see how the different areas overlap. You are worth it. Remember, The more you care for yourself, the more you can care for others. In today’s episode, I am joined on the show by Karen Joy Hardwick, who is also a fellow counselor where we are talking about connection. Karen...
2022-07-2944 minDeep Dive with ShawnSara Benesh: Everything Is Made Up (and is Roe in Danger with this Supreme Court?)Send us a textWelcome to the premiere of Deep Dive with Shawn C. Fettig. For this week only, two episodes will release - one today and one Friday, June 3. After this week, a new episode will release each Friday morning.In this premiere episode, I'm talking to my friend, Dr. Sara Benesh , a judicial scholar and professor at the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, about the United States Supreme Court - its legitimacy and what we might expect if it starts issuing a slew of controversial decisions that overturn established precedent. With the leaked...
2022-05-291h 00
Bookshelfie: Women’s Prize PodcastBookshelfie: Chimamanda Ngozi AdichieJoin special guest - Women’s Prize for Fiction ‘Winner of Winners’ - Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie as she discusses the five books which have shaped her career, and her latest release, Notes on Grief, with Yomi Adegoke.
Chimamanda is an internationally acclaimed author whose novel Half of a Yellow Sun won the Women’s Prize in 2007 and was adapted into a film starring Thandie Newton and Chiwetel Ejiofor, as well as being crowned the ‘Winner of Winners’ from 25 years of Women’s Prize winning novels by public vote at the end of 2020. Chimamanda is also a hugely influent...
2021-04-081h 04
OTRcastThe OTR Podcast #13 (Beach Tour) Johnny Westfall, Adam Calvert, Paige Hardwick, Sara HarlessWe take to the Gulf Shores for a few episodes of the OTR Podcast. Join us every Tuesday for new content!
2021-04-0621 min
CHRRUP's Reset & RethinkDigging Deeper into Soils - David HardwickSara Jeppesen talks to David Hardwick about the about the foundation of soils and the basics of soil health in agricultural systems. David is an agroecologist and has over 20 years experience in rural landscapes, farming and food systems. He develops and delivers many of the extension projects for Soil Land Food across Australia. He worked in community development and then horticulture before completing a dairy traineeship on an organic dairy in NSW. Since then he has had a wide ranging career working in both management and technical roles. David also teaches soils, regenerative agriculture, farm planning and agroecology at T...
2020-07-1630 min
Hoovering with Jessica FostekewHoovering - Episode 60: Live in NewcastleWelcome to HOOVERING, the podcast about eating. Host, Jessica Fostekew (Guilty Feminist, Motherland) has a frank conversation with an interesting person about gobbling; guzzling; nibbling; scoffing; devouring and wolfing all up… or if you will, hoovering.This week’s episode was recorded LIVE at Newcastle’s amazing MAPS Festival but by the wonderful team at Chalk - from the Gosforth Civic Theatre. My guests were actor Charlie Hardwick who you no doubt know off of Emmerdale, comedians Seymour Mace and Hal Branson and local food rising star Katie Cullen, co-creator of the UK’s first brewery and butcher...
2019-03-2959 min
I Think You're Overthinking ItStand Up Cluster 2015Live from the NerdMelt Showroom, it's the third Nerdist Podcast Stand Up Cluster featuring Baron Vaughn, Megan Neuringer, Kyle Clark, Cameron Esposito, Carlos Delagdo, Dave Thomason, Al Jackson, Sara Schaefer and James Adomian!
2015-06-3000 minI Think You're Overthinking ItPat Healy and Sara PaxtonPat Healy and Sara Paxton chat with Chris and Jonah about starting out in comedy, Sara having to use a typewriter all throughout high school, their different approaches to auditioning and their new movie Cheap Thrills!
2014-04-1100 minI Think You're Overthinking ItNikki Glaser and Sara SchaeferNikki Glaser and Sara Schaefer sit down with Chris and Matt to talk about finding your voice as a stand up comedian, how women can be portrayed in the industry and their show Nikki and Sara on MTV!
2013-10-2300 min
DiHard PodcastEp. 2 Singing with Sara WatkinsSinging with from 10/11/2013 (I forgot to post it).
This song will always remind me of my many travels to see various Nerdist and Chris Hardwick events. It's also a really fun song to sing. Sara Watkins was on both the Nerdist and You Made It Weird.
Nerdist #263: http://www.nerdist.com/2012/09/nerdist-podcast-sara-watkins/
You Made It Weird #162: http://www.nerdist.com/2013/06/you-made-it-weird-162-sara-watkins/
This week's song is Sara Watkin's You and MeLyrics:
I remember the night
I remember the sound I remember the light When the moon came 'round
The night flowers bloomed The air so sweet
I...
2013-10-1104 minI Think You're Overthinking ItTegan and SaraTegan and Sara come on the show to talk about their years of opening for bands before they made it on their own, the science of "selling out," and what they would do if an asteroid hit the earth!
2013-09-1100 minI Think You're Overthinking ItSara WatkinsThe wonderful Sara Watkins sits down with Chris, Matt and special guest host Paul F. Tompkins to talk about being a singer, songwriter AND fiddler. We also learn what the "F" stands for in Paul's name and Sara plays us a few songs at Bedrock Studios in LA!
2012-09-2800 min