Best George Torok Podcasts (2024)

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Clear the Marketing Bottlenecks: Marcus Schaller 30:45

10h ago30:45

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Target your marketing specific to one person Episode 218 (Marcus is based in Ohio) In this conversation with Marcus Schaller we explore: How bottlenecks vary from small to large companies The reality of limited time, energy and money The misunderstanding of how to scale Measuring the wrong parameters on social media Clarifying the ideal customer Ho…

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When is rage good? Myke Merrill 45:49

8h ago45:49

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You can't do everything but you can do something Episode 217 (Myke is based in New York state) In this conversation with Dr. Myke Merril we explore: How do we perceive reality What does it mean to be emotional? The power of saying, "Tell me more about that" Emotions are not good nor bad, it's what you do with it How can anger be constructive How to…

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12 Secrets from David Copperfield 11:19

5h ago11:19

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12 Secrets from David Copperfield to help your Business In this episode, your host, George Torok reveals these secrets that he learned while assisting David Copperfield on stage at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. George Torok helps executives deliver their high value presentation more effectively. Naturally he studies other presenters and performers to…

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Product Launch with KickStarter: Aurora Winter 32:03

24d ago32:03

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10 Lessons to launch your product on KickStarter Episode 215 (Aurora is based in Vancouver, Canada) In this conversation with Aurora Winter we we explore: Why is Kickstarter a good place to launch your new product? The nature and importance of the KickStarter community What are the benefits to those who pledge their support? What types of creative …

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Leadership Secrets from Dog Training: Brady Foulk 31:16

1M ago31:16

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Leadership lessons from dog trainingHow can you lead your team like training a dog Episode 214 (Brady is based in Austin, Texas) In this conversation with Brady Foulk we explore: What dog training has in common with leadership skills How to understand their world - the dog or your team Connect and build new patterns of behavior The importance of al…

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Career Success Depends on your Communication Skills: Ty Hoesgen 36:29

1M ago36:29

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Advance your career success with better communication skillsSimple steps to become an effective communicator Episode 213 (Ty is based in Toronto, Canada) In this conversation with Ty Hoesgen, we explore: The lack of proper communication skills for students The danger of depending only on your technical expertise Communication is a learnable skill E…

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Transform Managers into Leaders: Vanessa Judelman 31:01

1M ago31:01

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Helping managers become executive leadersLeading is different from managing Episode 212 (Vanessa is based in Toronto, Canada) In this conversation with Vanessa Judelman we explore: The three aspects of being strategic How to conduct an accountability meeting The power of regular one-on-one meetings with your people How to build trust with your team…

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Are You an Entrepreneur with ADHD? ST Rappaport 29:48

2M ago29:48

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How to improve your thinking skills regardless of your strengthsStrengths and opportunities for ADHD entrepreneurs Episode 211 (ST is based in Florida) In this conversation with ST Rappaport we explore: Appreciating the 28 thinking skills How to recognize ADHD challenges How to deal with overwhelm How to leverage our five senses to organize new inf…

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Tactical Communication Skills: David Reich 33:32

2M ago33:32

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Communication secrets from magic and hypnotismHow to better connect with people you don't know yet Episode 210 (David is based in Boston) In this conversation with David Reich we explore: Magic skills that enhance your communications The importance of observing your audience How to watch where people's eyes are Why you need to break the pattern How…

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The Top Three Videos Your Business Needs: Mark Wonderlin 34:06

2M ago34:06

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How to promote your business with videoWhat are your video choices? Episode 209 (Mark is based in Austin, Texas) In this conversation with Mark Wonderlin we explore: Where to start with simple phone videos What are the different types of videos you can publish for your business Why value in the video content is more important than quality The best …

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Feel more Confident and Appear more Confidence: George Torok 15:51

2M ago15:51

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If you had to choose between feeling confident or appearing confident what would you choose? Listen in to discover the answer and why it is important to you. In this solo show George offers you a whole body. mind and soul experience to enhance your confidence. Insights from this episode about feeling and appearing confidence when you speak in publi…

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Build the Conversation on Trust: Mary Schmid 34:21

3M ago34:21

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Everything begins with a conversationA solid conversation starts with trust Episode 207 ( Mary is based in Minnesota) In this conversation with Mary Schmid we explore: Why do 9 out of 10 conversations fail? How are the chemical releases in the brain shaping your feelings? Why we don't trust when we are stressed or threatened Why we don't make pure …

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Neuroscience of Communication: Aurora Winter 42:30

3M ago42:30

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How to Turn Words into WealthHow to meet the needs of your three brain barriers Episode 206 (Aurora is based in Vancouver) In this conversation with Aurora Winter we explore: How does the brain understand words The wrong way to communicate The three levels of brain activity The critical role of the croc brain The connection between the mid brain an…

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How Can you Deliver Celebrity Service? Geoff Ramm 37:50

3M ago37:50

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Why did Forbes call Geoff Ramm a Game Changer?Why the extra mile and exceeding expectations is not enough Episode 205 (Geoff is based in north east England) In this this conversation with Geoff Ramm we explore: What is the key question you need to ask to surpass the competition? How would you treat the A list celebrity differently? How would you se…

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Write Emails with Purpose, NOT by Accident: Liz Danziger 35:41

3M ago35:41

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Write email that gets you the results you want.Avoid sending email that shows up in the news, or in court Episode 204 (repeat of #134, Liz is based in L.A.) Listen to this conversation with Liz Danziger before you send that toxic email and save yourself grief. About Liz Danziger: Liz is the author of four books published by major publishers includi…

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Stand out from the competition by being different: Daniel Den 35:37

4M ago35:37

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Do you have copycat competitors?Does your message sound and look like everyone else? Episode 203 (Daniel is based in Florida) In this conversation with Daniel Den we explore: How to be so different that they can even begin to copy you What is the danger of looking like your competition? How can you position yourself in your niche? How to layer on m…

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PowerPoint Success: Ellen Finkelstein 33:58

4M ago33:58

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Make PowerPoint Enhance Your PresentationDon't be a PowerPoint Fool Episode 202 (Ellen is based in Iowa) In this conversation with Ellen Finkelstein we explore: Common mistakes to avoid when presenting with PowerPoint How to take a more productive approach to your presentation How your words, slides and delivery contribute to your success Why text …

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Story Telling for Business Leaders: Graham Brown 34:30

4M ago34:30

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How to use Three-Box Storytelling to build RelationshipsA simple method to frame and tell your stories Episode 201 (Repeat of #68) At the time of this interview, Graham Brown was based in Singapore Highlights from this conversation about storytelling The Heart as an Analogy (00:00:00) An analogy for the heart as a symbol of music, love, and relatio…

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Communication Lessons from Nature: Hugh Coppen 29:05

4M ago29:05

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Why is listening a life saving skill in natureLet's learn communication skills from the elephants In this enlightening episode, host George Torok chats with leadership consultant and coach, Hugh Coppen. Episode #200 (Repeat of #57) When he's not on safari in Zimbabwe, Hugh lives in California. Coming from a Zimbabwean farm, Coppen has a deep-seated…

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How to deal with angry people and calm them down: Doug Noll 38:31

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You can calm that angry person in 90 seconds or lessTreat anger as a normal emotional response that you can control Episode 199 (Doug is based in California and this is a repeat of episode 117) Why you need to listen to this episode now. If you ever need to face angry people and want a better way to manage the situation, listen to this conversation…

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Seven Magic Words to Influence People: Tim David 37:30

5M ago37:30

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The Magic Words to Motivate, Engage & InfluenceSeven simple words to boost the power of your message Episode 198 (Tim is based in Boston) In this conversation with Tim David we explore: What we can learn from magicians about recognizing other's perspective Magic techniques to grab the attention of your audience What is it about magic that capture o…

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Boost your Face-to-face Networking: Will Kintish 34:46

5M ago34:46

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Face to Face Networking is back and more importantHow to get out and meet people in person Episode 197 (Will is based in the UK) In this conversation with Will Kintish, we explore: The three fears that people face when networking The myths and realities of face-to-face networking How to boost your self-confidence when attending an event How to go t…

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Pause for Power: George Torok 11:22

5M ago11:22

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Use the pause to emphasize your message when speakingSolo show featuring George Torok Episode 196 In this show you will hear 10 reasons to make tactical use of the pause in your speaking George Torok is known as the Speech Coach for Executives. He coaches executives to deliver more powerful and confidence presentations. https://www.speechcoachforex…

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Design Thinking for User Experience: Ben Sauer 27:37

5M ago27:37

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How can you apply Design Thinking to your presentation?What is the total experience of your audience? Episode 195 (Ben is based in the UK) In this conversation with Ben Sauer, we explore: How might design thinking apply to presentation design and delivery? How to think from the audience perspective? Why the details mater How to design your presenta…

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Your Linkedin Profile Might be Hurting You: Donna Serdula 36:04

6M ago36:04

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What does your Linkedin profile say about you and your organization?Using Linkedin to project your personal brand Episode 194 (Donna is based in Pennsylvania) In this conversation with Donna Serdula we explore: What can executive leader gain from enhancing their Linkedin Profile Why Linkedin is more than a job board Why leaders should help their em…

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Don't send that email yet: Grace Foster 32:46

6M ago32:46

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How to write smarter emailsWriting is a learned skill Episode 193 (Grace is based in Washington DC) In this conversation with Grace Foster we explore: Why we need to learn how to write smarter emails The danger of emotional writing Checking your writing for tone Consider the New York Times test Recognizing our negative bias Why you don't want to "b…

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How to address the Toxic Rock Star: Dotty Posto 29:52

6M ago29:52

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Help the toxic star and save your team"Does not play well with others" Episode 192 (Dotty is based in Milwaukee) In this conversation with Dotty Posto we explore: Why do some leaders get mean, and degrading? How to address this challenge with promising leaders Identifying the anger and frustration and how to redirect it Can we save this toxic perso…

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The Human Side of AI: Manuj Aggarwal 34:24

6M ago34:24

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Is your business ready for AI? Are you?Frankenstein technology or loyal servant? Episode 191 (Manuj is based in Vancouver BC) In this conversation with Manuj Aggarwal we explore: The promise and threat of Artificial Intelligence The possible impact of AI on your business success How AI can improve healthcare How to teach music to millions of studen…

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Connect with your Customer: Chaya Glatt 34:05

7M ago34:05

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Enter the mind of your prospectsCreate and convey a stronger Brand message Episode 190 (Chaya is based in New Jersey) In this conversation with Chaya Glatt we explore: How to charge more for your services Why do we need to discover our brand DNA? What makes up our brand DNA? Convince with words or the images for impact Your thought process in creat…

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Facilitate a Productive Strategy Meeting: Anthony Taylor 36:47

7M ago36:47

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Align your team, strategy and actionsHow to get your team on the same page Episode 189 (Anthony is based in Vancouver, BC) In this conversation with Anthony Taylor we explore: The challenge and process of aligning the elements of the strategic plan The importance of focusing on one destination How to think of the organization first and your departm…

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Leadership Lessons from a former Preacher :Richard Hagen 32:13

7M ago32:13

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What can business leaders learn from religion and preaching?Model organization culture by studying religion Episode 188 (Richard is based in Glasgow UK) In this conversation with Richard Hagen we explore: How to tell an old story in a more compelling way How to craft a disruptive message to change the relevance How to place your audience on wobble …

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Diversity Plus Inclusion: Simma Lieberman 34:38

7M ago34:38

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Diversity and Inclusion are two parts to the formulaHow to encourage those that are different to fit in? Episode 187 (repeat of #32) Simma is based in California In this conversation with Simma Lieberman we explore: The difference between diversity and inclusion What it means for people to feel safe, understood and valued How to encourage productiv…

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Ask and Get More Referrals: Joanne Black 33:15

8M ago33:15

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Get more referrals for your businessIf you hate cold calling - listen now! Episode 186 (repeat of #21) Joanne is based in California In this conversation with Joanne Black we explore: Why referrals can be a lucrative source of new business Why you need a repeatable referral getting process How to get over the fear of asking for referrals? How to st…

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Take Control of Your Executive Career: Martin Buckland 32:36

8M ago32:36

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How to package and sell yourself as a desirable productWhy you need to be the brand manager of your career Episode 185 (repeat of #14) Martin is based in Horseshow Valley, Ontario In this conversation with Martin Buckland we explore: The most common and most damaging resume mistakes The pivotal mind shift that career builders need to face How to id…

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Persistent and Consistent Communication: Jeff Blackman 41:00

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How can you be more persistent and consistent with your messages?What does intelligent valuable repetition feel like? Episode 184 (repeat of #11) Jeff is based in Chicago In this conversation with Jeff Blackman we explore: The correlation between intelligent repetition and execution The challenge of a first grade boy unable to pronounce "listen and…

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The Dirty Dozen Words and Phrases that Sabotage your Intended Message: George Torok 24:12

8M ago24:12

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What are the words that sabotage your intended message?Stop saying these words that label you as a poor communicator Episode 183 (repeat of #138) In this episode George Torok offers his insights about: Why your words matter and how to weed out the landmines The common phrases that we use without thinking about their meaning What perceptions people …

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How to be more in control of your business: Erin Marcus 30:44

8M ago30:44

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How to clarify your direction and stay on trackThe magic formula of intent, responsibility and action Episode 182 (Erin is based in Chicago) In this conversation with Erin Marcus we explore: The importance of being more in control of yourself The need for black and white language in a grey world How to develop and employ litmus tests for yourself T…

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The Secret Language of Success: Jeff Buehner 49:36

9M ago49:36

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How to leverage the power of imaginationWhat is your super-power that you might have forgotten? Episode 181 ( Jeff is based in Utah) In this conversation with Jeff Buehner we explore: Lessons from the writings of the richest man on earth (its not who think) How to direct your self-talk for better results What are the seven secrets of Sultan Musa of…

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How to look more confident when you speak: Dianna Booher 31:42

9M ago31:42

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Convey more confidence in a meeting or hallway conversationBe intentional with your body language Episode 180 (Dianna is based in Dallas, Texas) In this conversation with Dianna Booher, we explore: Techniques to convey more confidence when surprised How to speak up in a meeting with more intention and confidence Nervous body ticks that can sabotage…

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How to leverage body language to be more persuasive: Melinda Marcus 31:10

9M ago31:10

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How to read the body language of the roomMaster your body language to be more persuasive Episode 179 (Melinda is based in Dallas, Texas) In this conversation with Melinda Marcus we explore: Why it's important to show and move your hands when you speak The perceptions of freeze, fight or flight response What are the myths about body language How to …

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How to communicate within your organization: Alicia Webb 26:34

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Keep the communication open within your companyPeople need to know and want to know Episode 178 (Alicia is based in Chicago) In this conversation with Alicia Webb, we explore: How do discover gaps in internal communication Lessons from the pandemic to stay in touch The danger of out-of-sight on out-of-mind Why people leave when they don't feel conn…

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The Amazon Way on leadership and leadership: John Rossman 30:25

10M ago30:25

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Leadership and innovation lessons from AmazonThe communication tool that Amazon used to think clearly Episode 177 (John is based in Washington state) In this conversation with John Rossman, we explore: The Amazon principles of leadership How to drive innovation successfully The launch of Amazon's marketplace business How to build a trusted-customer…

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How to Profit from Your Trade Show Exhibit: Anders Boulanger 28:05

10M ago28:05

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Get a better return from your trade show booth How can you people to work the booth for maximum results Episode 176 (Anders is based in Winnipeg) In this conversation with Anders Boulanger, we explore: The importance of sticking your message to a visual metaphor How to find your visual metaphor How to grab attention and attract the right people to …

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How leaders must communicate: Andy Bounds 37:52

10M ago37:52

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A leader needs to communicate on many levelsWhat must leaders learn about communication? Episode 175 (Andy is based in the UK) In this conversation with Andy Bounds we explore: Critical communications lesson from his blind mother The preparation technique of "guess and ask" What's more important than your intended message Why the message is simply …

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How to manage the fear of public speaking: Natasha Bazilevych 31:39

10M ago31:39

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You can become a more confident public speakerHow to beat speech anxiety and nervousness Episode 174 (This is a repeat of the popular episode #103 with Natasha) In this conversation with Natasha Bazilevych we explore: How to channel your anxiety as positive energy How to apply exposure therapy to your fears or anxieties What can you learn from runn…

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Words to Influence people: Shelle Rose Charvet 41:19

11M ago41:19

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Power Words to influence peopleWhat can you say to get more of what you want Episode 173 (Shelle is based in Hamilton, Canada) This is a repeat of the popular episode #10 from Oct 2020 In this conversation with Shelle Rose Charvet we explore: Recognizing that others don't think like you do The danger of trying to dig your way out of a hole Understa…

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Stop your geek speak and help me understand: Gary Simonds 37:01

11M ago37:01

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Don't try to impress me with big wordsSpeak so I understand you Episode 172 (Gary is based in North Carolina) In this conversation with Gary Simonds we explore: Recognizing the language of your profession and expertise The challenge that language creates for your patients, clients, colleagues Speaking to be clearly understood is not brain surgery H…

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Sell More with a Story that Sizzles: Bruce Scheer 35:51

11M ago35:51

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How can you inspire your buyers with the right narrative?Why is it important for the leaders to get the stories straight Episode 171 (Bruce is based in Seattle, Washington) In this conversation with Bruce Scheer we explore: The dangers of radon acts and hence random results Is everyone on your team telling the same story? Why you need to identify t…

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How will AI Affect Story Telling? Richard Rosser 35:38

11M ago35:38

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What does a filmmaker and master storyteller say about AI?How might you use AI to help you tell your stories? Episode 170 (Richard is based in Los Angeles) In this conversation with Richard Rosser we explore: Communicating through story telling How can AI be use to enhance your stories? How AI is similar to the Gutenberg Press AI doesn't replace yo…

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Permission to Brag about Yourself: Lisa Bragg 29:24

12M ago29:24

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How to promote your success without feeling guiltyYou can be proud of your achievements Episode 169 (Lisa is based in Toronto, Canada) In this conversation with Lisa Bragg we explore: Why your success story can help others succeed Change the conversation from failure to talking about success Self promotion is self love Why did bragging get such a b…

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