Influence Anyonehttps://influenceanyonepodcast.com/The #1 podcast on applied influence psychology. Each episode, I sit down with the world's leading experts and practitioners to uncover the hidden psychology that helps you influence yourself (mastering your mindset, habits, and decisions) and get buy-in from others (branding, storytelling, negotiating etc.). Together, we turn science into playbooks you can apply to lead, persuade, and create extraordinary success. Hosted by Howie Chan, this show features top human behavior experts, best-selling authors, influential marketers, and elite performers sharing proven strategies for branding, storytelling, sales, and ultimately, influence. Whether you're building your value proposition, refining your speaking skills, or learning communication skills for leaders, each episode delivers actionable insights to elevate your brand and career. From storytelling in marketing to career reinvention, discover influencer strategies that help you stand out, connect, and lead with impact. Perfect for entrepreneurs, executives, and anyone ready to grow their influence and authority.enHowie ChanWed, 06 May 2026 21:34:49 -0000Tue, 05 May 2026 10:00:00 -0000https://rss2.flightcast.com/ssko6o5zxeexmoyk4lguofgi.xmlFlightcast RSS Feed GeneratorInfluence Anyonehttps://assets.flightcast.com/workspaces/ma35kl7z16li92n1qnz6fmpr/podcasts/ssko6o5zxeexmoyk4lguofgi/o7etz6od2n0esgkx98hfhafj.jpeghttps://rss2.flightcast.com/ssko6o5zxeexmoyk4lguofgi.xmlThe #1 podcast on applied influence psychology. Each episode, I sit down with the world's leading experts and practitioners to uncover the hidden psychology that helps you influence yourself (mastering your mindset, habits, and decisions) and get buy-in from others (branding, storytelling, negotiating etc.). Together, we turn science into playbooks you can apply to lead, persuade, and create extraordinary success.

Hosted by Howie Chan, this show features top human behavior experts, best-selling authors, influential marketers, and elite performers sharing proven strategies for branding, storytelling, sales, and ultimately, influence.

Whether you're building your value proposition, refining your speaking skills, or learning communication skills for leaders, each episode delivers actionable insights to elevate your brand and career. From storytelling in marketing to career reinvention, discover influencer strategies that help you stand out, connect, and lead with impact.

Perfect for entrepreneurs, executives, and anyone ready to grow their influence and authority.

]]>episodicHowie Chan, Influence Strategist @ The Behavioring CompanyHowie ChanThe #1 podcast on applied influence psychology. Each episode, I sit down with the world's leading experts and practitioners to uncover the hidden psychology that helps you influence yourself (mastering your mindset, habits, and decisions) and get buy-in from others (branding, storytelling, negotiating etc.). Together, we turn science into playbooks you can apply to lead, persuade, and create extraordinary success. Hosted by Howie Chan, this show features top human behavior experts, best-selling authors, influential marketers, and elite performers sharing proven strategies for branding, storytelling, sales, and ultimately, influence. Whether you're building your value proposition, refining your speaking skills, or learning communication skills for leaders, each episode delivers actionable insights to elevate your brand and career. From storytelling in marketing to career reinvention, discover influencer strategies that help you stand out, connect, and lead with impact. Perfect for entrepreneurs, executives, and anyone ready to grow their influence and authority.falseS.U.P.E.R: The INFLUENCE FORMULA That Will Get You More Deals (and what to do when you hear NO)In this solo episode, Howie Chan breaks down the true meaning of influence and why most people misunderstand it. Rather than focusing on persuasion, communication, or attention, Howie reveals that real influence comes down to one thing: changing human behavior. Through a simple but powerful framework, Howie explains why people don’t take action — and how leaders, founders, and professionals can finally unlock consistent results. You’ll learn the critical difference between motivation and friction, and why adding more effort often backfires when trying to influence outcomes. This episode dives into practical applications for both personal development and influencing others, from building better habits to closing clients more effectively. Chapters: 00:01:12 What Influence Really Is (and Why Most Get It Wrong) 00:03:36 The Core Formula: Less Friction + More Motivation 00:05:20 The “SUPER” Friction Framework 00:08:12 Applying the Formula to Any Situation Check out my conversation with Dr. Robert Cialdini: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8joK8ViLneY&t=48s Check out my conversation with Matt Sucha: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Evkin9z6Z4w The Behavioring Blueprint: A FREE, 7-day email course breaking down all the levers to influence human behavior to get people from a current behavior to a desired behavior. → http://howiechan.com/behavioring What’s Your Influence Style? What do you do when you need someone to do something? This quiz will help you discover what is your most natural influence style, so you can use that strength more effectively (and know your blind spots.) → https://www.influencestylequiz.com/ Join 700+ leaders who've already uncovered what their style is.flightcast:01KQHX512KAV62CS4MHE7GFF91Tue, 05 May 2026 10:00:00 -0000Howie ChanIn this solo episode, Howie Chan breaks down the true meaning of influence and why most people misunderstand it. Rather than focusing on persuasion, communication, or attention, Howie reveals that real influence comes down to one thing: changing human behavior.

Through a simple but powerful framework, Howie explains why people don’t take action — and how leaders, founders, and professionals can finally unlock consistent results. You’ll learn the critical difference between motivation and friction, and why adding more effort often backfires when trying to influence outcomes.

This episode dives into practical applications for both personal development and influencing others, from building better habits to closing clients more effectively.

Chapters:

00:01:12 What Influence Really Is (and Why Most Get It Wrong)

00:03:36 The Core Formula: Less Friction + More Motivation

00:05:20 The “SUPER” Friction Framework

00:08:12 Applying the Formula to Any Situation

Check out my conversation with Dr. Robert Cialdini: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8joK8ViLneY&t=48s

Check out my conversation with Matt Sucha: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Evkin9z6Z4w

The Behavioring Blueprint:

A FREE, 7-day email course breaking down all the levers to influence human behavior to get people from a current behavior to a desired behavior.

→ http://howiechan.com/behavioring

What’s Your Influence Style? What do you do when you need someone to do something?

This quiz will help you discover what is your most natural influence style, so you can use that strength more effectively (and know your blind spots.)

→ https://www.influencestylequiz.com/

Join 700+ leaders who've already uncovered what their style is.

]]>S.U.P.E.R: The INFLUENCE FORMULA That Will Get You More Deals (and what to do when you hear NO)Howie Chanfull532false78In this solo episode, Howie Chan breaks down the true meaning of influence and why most people misunderstand it. Rather than focusing on persuasion, communication, or attention, Howie reveals that real influence comes down to one thing: changing human behavior. Through a simple but powerful framework, Howie explains why people don’t take action — and how leaders, founders, and professionals can finally unlock consistent results. You’ll learn the critical difference between motivation and friction, and why adding more effort often backfires when trying to influence outcomes. This episode dives into practical applications for both personal development and influencing others, from building better habits to closing clients more effectively. Chapters: 00:01:12 What Influence Really Is (and Why Most Get It Wrong) 00:03:36 The Core Formula: Less Friction + More Motivation 00:05:20 The “SUPER” Friction Framework 00:08:12 Applying the Formula to Any Situation Check out my conversation with Dr. Robert Cialdini: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8joK8ViLneY&t=48s Check out my conversation with Matt Sucha: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Evkin9z6Z4w The Behavioring Blueprint: A FREE, 7-day email course breaking down all the levers to influence human behavior to get people from a current behavior to a desired behavior. → http://howiechan.com/behavioring What’s Your Influence Style? What do you do when you need someone to do something? This quiz will help you discover what is your most natural influence style, so you can use that strength more effectively (and know your blind spots.) → https://www.influencestylequiz.com/ Join 700+ leaders who've already uncovered what their style is.Tech Humanist: AI Skills That Make You 28% More Valuable in The Marketplace (and the TRUTH about AI Job Loss)Tech Humanist Kate O’Neill joins host Howie Chan to unpack the real truth behind AI strategy and why most organizations get it wrong from the start. Kate has spent her career helping leaders navigate AI ethics, responsible tech, and human-centric digital transformation. In this episode, Kate breaks down why starting with tools instead of purpose leads to failure, and how “prompt skills” are becoming the most important capability in today’s workforce. She reframes AI not as a replacement for thinking, but as a mirror that exposes how clearly you think, communicate, and lead. You’ll learn how to use AI to sharpen your thinking, improve emotional intelligence, and enhance human connection rather than dilute it. Episode Resources: Download the four master storytelling prompts here. Episode Breakdown: 00:00:00 The Intersection of Technology and Humanity 00:08:30 The Real Fear Employees Have About AI (and What’s True) 00:11:02 Prompt Skilling vs. Prompt Engineering 00:16:27 How Technology Shapes Culture and Behavior 00:19:58 Human + AI Collaboration Done Right 00:24:27 Why Most AI Strategies Fail 00:33:34 AI Replacing Jobs: The Real Story 00:43:45 Using AI to Improve Emotional Intelligence 00:47:17 The Danger of Over-Relying on AI Outputs 00:55:28 AI and Creativity 00:59:20 Incorporating AI Into Your Small Business Want to make influencing human behavior your company's superpower? Connect with me at howiechan.com/speaking and let's talk! From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube Facebook Instagram TEDx Talk Check out my episode with Michael Margolis here. See Kate’s audition form here. Learn more about Office Space here. — Produced by Ideablossomsflightcast:01KQ7WEVC48JJP0HSJME5Y5JG9Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0000Howie ChanTech Humanist Kate O’Neill joins host Howie Chan to unpack the real truth behind AI strategy and why most organizations get it wrong from the start. Kate has spent her career helping leaders navigate AI ethics, responsible tech, and human-centric digital transformation.

In this episode, Kate breaks down why starting with tools instead of purpose leads to failure, and how “prompt skills” are becoming the most important capability in today’s workforce. She reframes AI not as a replacement for thinking, but as a mirror that exposes how clearly you think, communicate, and lead.

You’ll learn how to use AI to sharpen your thinking, improve emotional intelligence, and enhance human connection rather than dilute it.

Episode Resources:

Download the four master storytelling prompts here.

Episode Breakdown:

00:00:00 The Intersection of Technology and Humanity

00:08:30 The Real Fear Employees Have About AI (and What’s True)

00:11:02 Prompt Skilling vs. Prompt Engineering

00:16:27 How Technology Shapes Culture and Behavior

00:19:58 Human + AI Collaboration Done Right

00:24:27 Why Most AI Strategies Fail

00:33:34 AI Replacing Jobs: The Real Story

00:43:45 Using AI to Improve Emotional Intelligence

00:47:17 The Danger of Over-Relying on AI Outputs

00:55:28 AI and Creativity

00:59:20 Incorporating AI Into Your Small Business

Want to make influencing human behavior your company's superpower? Connect with me at howiechan.com/speaking and let's talk!

From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

Youtube

Facebook

Instagram

TEDx Talk

Check out my episode with Michael Margolis here.

See Kate’s audition form here.

Learn more about Office Space here.

—

Produced by Ideablossoms

]]>Tech Humanist: AI Skills That Make You 28% More Valuable in The Marketplace (and the TRUTH about AI Job Loss)Howie Chanfull5058false77Tech Humanist Kate O’Neill joins host Howie Chan to unpack the real truth behind AI strategy and why most organizations get it wrong from the start. Kate has spent her career helping leaders navigate AI ethics, responsible tech, and human-centric digital transformation. In this episode, Kate breaks down why starting with tools instead of purpose leads to failure, and how “prompt skills” are becoming the most important capability in today’s workforce. She reframes AI not as a replacement for thinking, but as a mirror that exposes how clearly you think, communicate, and lead. You’ll learn how to use AI to sharpen your thinking, improve emotional intelligence, and enhance human connection rather than dilute it. Episode Resources: Download the four master storytelling prompts here. Episode Breakdown: 00:00:00 The Intersection of Technology and Humanity 00:08:30 The Real Fear Employees Have About AI (and What’s True) 00:11:02 Prompt Skilling vs. Prompt Engineering 00:16:27 How Technology Shapes Culture and Behavior 00:19:58 Human + AI Collaboration Done Right 00:24:27 Why Most AI Strategies Fail 00:33:34 AI Replacing Jobs: The Real Story 00:43:45 Using AI to Improve Emotional Intelligence 00:47:17 The Danger of Over-Relying on AI Outputs 00:55:28 AI and Creativity 00:59:20 Incorporating AI Into Your Small Business Want to make influencing human behavior your company's superpower? Connect with me at howiechan.com/speaking and let's talk! From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube Facebook Instagram TEDx Talk Check out my episode with Michael Margolis here. See Kate’s audition form here. Learn more about Office Space here. — Produced by IdeablossomsLinkedin Five: The 5-Step System to Build Influence, Generate Opportunity & Win on LinkedIn in 2026In this solo episode, Howie Chan shares his proven LinkedIn framework — the "LinkedIn 5" — five essential moves to grow your brand or business on the platform, whether you're starting from zero or finally ready to get serious. Most people fail on LinkedIn not because they lack ideas or experience, but because they don't know what game they're playing. Howie breaks down the three LinkedIn games — creator, business owner, and executive — and explains why mixing them up is the #1 reason people feel stuck, burned out, and invisible. You'll learn how to optimize your profile as a high-converting landing page, how to get in front of the right audience without a single follower, and the counterintuitive content strategy that lets you win fast by using what already works. Chapters: 00:01:24 The 3 LinkedIn Games (and How to Pick Yours) 00:03:33 Your Profile as a Landing Page 00:09:56 How to Find Your Audience Before You Have Followers 00:12:27 The Pro Move Most People Ignore 00:13:31 Match Your Content to Your Game 00:17:46 Full Recap What’s Your Influence Style? What do you do when you need someone to do something? This quiz will help you discover what is your most natural influence style, so you can use that strength more effectively (and know your blind spots.) → https://www.influencestylequiz.com/ Join 700+ leaders who've already uncovered what their style is.flightcast:01KPP2TP6Q8C5PK7CTH0KN7MRDTue, 21 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0000Howie ChanIn this solo episode, Howie Chan shares his proven LinkedIn framework — the "LinkedIn 5" — five essential moves to grow your brand or business on the platform, whether you're starting from zero or finally ready to get serious.

Most people fail on LinkedIn not because they lack ideas or experience, but because they don't know what game they're playing.

Howie breaks down the three LinkedIn games — creator, business owner, and executive — and explains why mixing them up is the #1 reason people feel stuck, burned out, and invisible.

You'll learn how to optimize your profile as a high-converting landing page, how to get in front of the right audience without a single follower, and the counterintuitive content strategy that lets you win fast by using what already works.

Chapters:

00:01:24 The 3 LinkedIn Games (and How to Pick Yours)

00:03:33 Your Profile as a Landing Page

00:09:56 How to Find Your Audience Before You Have Followers

00:12:27 The Pro Move Most People Ignore

00:13:31 Match Your Content to Your Game 00:17:46 Full Recap

What’s Your Influence Style? What do you do when you need someone to do something?

This quiz will help you discover what is your most natural influence style, so you can use that strength more effectively (and know your blind spots.)

→ https://www.influencestylequiz.com/

Join 700+ leaders who've already uncovered what their style is.

]]>Linkedin Five: The 5-Step System to Build Influence, Generate Opportunity & Win on LinkedIn in 2026Howie Chanfull1215false76In this solo episode, Howie Chan shares his proven LinkedIn framework — the "LinkedIn 5" — five essential moves to grow your brand or business on the platform, whether you're starting from zero or finally ready to get serious. Most people fail on LinkedIn not because they lack ideas or experience, but because they don't know what game they're playing. Howie breaks down the three LinkedIn games — creator, business owner, and executive — and explains why mixing them up is the #1 reason people feel stuck, burned out, and invisible. You'll learn how to optimize your profile as a high-converting landing page, how to get in front of the right audience without a single follower, and the counterintuitive content strategy that lets you win fast by using what already works. Chapters: 00:01:24 The 3 LinkedIn Games (and How to Pick Yours) 00:03:33 Your Profile as a Landing Page 00:09:56 How to Find Your Audience Before You Have Followers 00:12:27 The Pro Move Most People Ignore 00:13:31 Match Your Content to Your Game 00:17:46 Full Recap What’s Your Influence Style? What do you do when you need someone to do something? This quiz will help you discover what is your most natural influence style, so you can use that strength more effectively (and know your blind spots.) → https://www.influencestylequiz.com/ Join 700+ leaders who've already uncovered what their style is.Top Negotiation Expert: The Mistake Most Businesses Make About PricingIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Fotini Iconomopoulos, expert negotiator, bestselling author of Say Less, Get More, and trusted advisor to global leaders. They explore the truth about negotiation skills and why most people get them completely wrong. Fotini reframes negotiation as a daily human interaction, not just a boardroom tactic and introduces her powerful “Three C’s” framework to build instant trust and connection. You’ll learn why leading with price weakens your position, how power is built through information, not dominance, and why the popular “win-win” mindset can actually sabotage long-term success. Want to make influencing human behavior your company's superpower? Connect with me at howiechan.com/speaking and let's talk! Episode Breakdown: 00:00:00 The Power of Negotiation 00:04:51 Why “Win-Win” is Flawed Thinking 00:11:02 Understanding Bias   00:18:49 Never Lead With Price 00:30:01 Negotiation Shapes Society and Relationships 00:38:46 Common Traps for Business Owners 00:42:40 Negotiating Attention as a Speaker 00:49:37 Negotiating with Ourselves From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube Instagram Read Say Less, Get More by Fotini Iconomopoulos. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub  Produced by Ideablossomsflightcast:01KP3S7TFCG5K6VB7G6TDFBEENTue, 14 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0000Howie ChanIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Fotini Iconomopoulos, expert negotiator, bestselling author of Say Less, Get More, and trusted advisor to global leaders. They explore the truth about negotiation skills and why most people get them completely wrong.

Fotini reframes negotiation as a daily human interaction, not just a boardroom tactic and introduces her powerful “Three C’s” framework to build instant trust and connection. You’ll learn why leading with price weakens your position, how power is built through information, not dominance, and why the popular “win-win” mindset can actually sabotage long-term success.

Want to make influencing human behavior your company's superpower? Connect with me at howiechan.com/speaking and let's talk!

Episode Breakdown:

00:00:00 The Power of Negotiation

00:04:51 Why “Win-Win” is Flawed Thinking

00:11:02 Understanding Bias  

00:18:49 Never Lead With Price

00:30:01 Negotiation Shapes Society and Relationships

00:38:46 Common Traps for Business Owners

00:42:40 Negotiating Attention as a Speaker

00:49:37 Negotiating with Ourselves

From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

Youtube

Instagram

Read Say Less, Get More by Fotini Iconomopoulos.

Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course.

Get people to buy into your ideas and offers!

Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own.

📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub 

Produced by Ideablossoms

]]>Top Negotiation Expert: The Mistake Most Businesses Make About PricingHowie Chanfull3376false75In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Fotini Iconomopoulos, expert negotiator, bestselling author of Say Less, Get More, and trusted advisor to global leaders. They explore the truth about negotiation skills and why most people get them completely wrong. Fotini reframes negotiation as a daily human interaction, not just a boardroom tactic and introduces her powerful “Three C’s” framework to build instant trust and connection. You’ll learn why leading with price weakens your position, how power is built through information, not dominance, and why the popular “win-win” mindset can actually sabotage long-term success. Want to make influencing human behavior your company's superpower? Connect with me at howiechan.com/speaking and let's talk! Episode Breakdown: 00:00:00 The Power of Negotiation 00:04:51 Why “Win-Win” is Flawed Thinking 00:11:02 Understanding Bias   00:18:49 Never Lead With Price 00:30:01 Negotiation Shapes Society and Relationships 00:38:46 Common Traps for Business Owners 00:42:40 Negotiating Attention as a Speaker 00:49:37 Negotiating with Ourselves From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube Instagram Read Say Less, Get More by Fotini Iconomopoulos. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub  Produced by IdeablossomsBehavioral Sales Expert: The Big Reason Why People Aren’t Buying What You’re SellingHowie Chan interviews Matt Sucha, CEO of Mindworx, author of the bestselling book The Hidden Yes, and a leading expert in sales psychology and behavioral science. They discuss why conversion optimization isn’t about making better offers. It’s about removing the hidden psychological barriers that stop people from saying yes. Matt introduces the powerful concept of the “zone of acceptance” and explains how small, strategic actions can move prospects closer to a decision. You’ll discover how to uncover what’s really holding customers back, design smarter customer journeys, and ethically influence decisions using proven behavioral science principles. Find the Zone of Acceptance Expansion Prompt here: https://www.howiechan.com/zone-prompt-pod Chapters: 00:00:00 Selling Courses vs. Removing Barriers 00:07:52 The “Zone of Acceptance” Explained 00:15:55 Psychological Barriers in Sales 00:24:04 The #1 Conversion Killer: Uncertainty 00:34:28 The SURF Method Breakdown 00:51:49 Every Interaction Has a Hidden Yes From Matt Sucha: Website: https://mindworx.net/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-sucha/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MINDWORX_Consulting  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindworx_behavioral_consulting/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindworx2014 Find Matt’s bestselling book, The Hidden YES, here: https://thehiddenyes.com/influence Listen to “The Godfather of Influence”, Dr. Robert Cialdini’s episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5dVmBJXmLEqUfArB53hwR8?si=Gk9HfuDCT4SDEufL3WzHZg https://podcasts.apple.com/ar/podcast/influence-anyone/id1773148427?i=1000732793093 Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub _ This episode of Influence Anyone was produced by Ideablossoms.flightcast:01KNHNT8469DMBCQ0E7E4CF4J8Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0000Howie ChanHowie Chan interviews Matt Sucha, CEO of Mindworx, author of the bestselling book The Hidden Yes, and a leading expert in sales psychology and behavioral science.

They discuss why conversion optimization isn’t about making better offers. It’s about removing the hidden psychological barriers that stop people from saying yes.

Matt introduces the powerful concept of the “zone of acceptance” and explains how small, strategic actions can move prospects closer to a decision. You’ll discover how to uncover what’s really holding customers back, design smarter customer journeys, and ethically influence decisions using proven behavioral science principles.

Find the Zone of Acceptance Expansion Prompt here: https://www.howiechan.com/zone-prompt-pod

Chapters:

00:00:00 Selling Courses vs. Removing Barriers

00:07:52 The “Zone of Acceptance” Explained

00:15:55 Psychological Barriers in Sales

00:24:04 The #1 Conversion Killer: Uncertainty

00:34:28 The SURF Method Breakdown

00:51:49 Every Interaction Has a Hidden Yes


From Matt Sucha:

Website: https://mindworx.net/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-sucha/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MINDWORX_Consulting 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindworx_behavioral_consulting/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindworx2014

Find Matt’s bestselling book, The Hidden YES, here: https://thehiddenyes.com/influence

Listen to “The Godfather of Influence”, Dr. Robert Cialdini’s episode here:

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5dVmBJXmLEqUfArB53hwR8?si=Gk9HfuDCT4SDEufL3WzHZg

https://podcasts.apple.com/ar/podcast/influence-anyone/id1773148427?i=1000732793093

Get people to buy into your ideas and offers!

Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own.

📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub

_

This episode of Influence Anyone was produced by Ideablossoms.

]]>Behavioral Sales Expert: The Big Reason Why People Aren’t Buying What You’re SellingHowie Chanfull3262false74Howie Chan interviews Matt Sucha, CEO of Mindworx, author of the bestselling book The Hidden Yes, and a leading expert in sales psychology and behavioral science. They discuss why conversion optimization isn’t about making better offers. It’s about removing the hidden psychological barriers that stop people from saying yes. Matt introduces the powerful concept of the “zone of acceptance” and explains how small, strategic actions can move prospects closer to a decision. You’ll discover how to uncover what’s really holding customers back, design smarter customer journeys, and ethically influence decisions using proven behavioral science principles. Find the Zone of Acceptance Expansion Prompt here: https://www.howiechan.com/zone-prompt-pod Chapters: 00:00:00 Selling Courses vs. Removing Barriers 00:07:52 The “Zone of Acceptance” Explained 00:15:55 Psychological Barriers in Sales 00:24:04 The #1 Conversion Killer: Uncertainty 00:34:28 The SURF Method Breakdown 00:51:49 Every Interaction Has a Hidden Yes From Matt Sucha: Website: https://mindworx.net/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-sucha/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MINDWORX_Consulting  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindworx_behavioral_consulting/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindworx2014 Find Matt’s bestselling book, The Hidden YES, here: https://thehiddenyes.com/influence Listen to “The Godfather of Influence”, Dr. Robert Cialdini’s episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5dVmBJXmLEqUfArB53hwR8?si=Gk9HfuDCT4SDEufL3WzHZg https://podcasts.apple.com/ar/podcast/influence-anyone/id1773148427?i=1000732793093 Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub _ This episode of Influence Anyone was produced by Ideablossoms.Hall of Fame Speaker Reveals the #1 Mistake Every Speaker Makes in Their First 10 SecondsIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Patricia Fripp, a Hall of Fame keynote speaker, three-time Cicero Award-winning speechwriter, and the first woman president of the National Speakers Association. They delve into the art and science of public speaking skills that captivate, persuade, and inspire action. Patricia provides the timeless principles behind powerful communication, why most speakers lose attention instantly, and how to structure presentations that keep audiences engaged from the first sentence. Want to make influencing human behavior your company's superpower? Connect with me at howiechan.com/speaking and let's talk! Episode Breakdown: 00:00:00 Instantly Stand Out in Presentations 00:04:29 The Power of Asking Better Questions  00:10:51 The Consistency Principle Behind Success 00:25:03 Speech Structure, Premise, and Mastery 00:32:10 You-Focused Language for Persuasion 00:39:58 How to Create Powerful Openings 00:55:40 Brand Strategy 00:58:05 Vivid Language and Specificity for Credibility From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube Facebook Instagram  Discover your influence style profile here. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/subflightcast:01KN02JHPJZAXCKF22PS0NR35RTue, 31 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000Howie ChanIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Patricia Fripp, a Hall of Fame keynote speaker, three-time Cicero Award-winning speechwriter, and the first woman president of the National Speakers Association.

They delve into the art and science of public speaking skills that captivate, persuade, and inspire action.

Patricia provides the timeless principles behind powerful communication, why most speakers lose attention instantly, and how to structure presentations that keep audiences engaged from the first sentence.

Want to make influencing human behavior your company's superpower? Connect with me at howiechan.com/speaking and let's talk!

Episode Breakdown:

00:00:00 Instantly Stand Out in Presentations

00:04:29 The Power of Asking Better Questions 

00:10:51 The Consistency Principle Behind Success

00:25:03 Speech Structure, Premise, and Mastery

00:32:10 You-Focused Language for Persuasion

00:39:58 How to Create Powerful Openings

00:55:40 Brand Strategy

00:58:05 Vivid Language and Specificity for Credibility

From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

Youtube

Facebook

Instagram

 Discover your influence style profile here.

Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course.

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]]>Hall of Fame Speaker Reveals the #1 Mistake Every Speaker Makes in Their First 10 SecondsHowie Chanfull4119false73In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Patricia Fripp, a Hall of Fame keynote speaker, three-time Cicero Award-winning speechwriter, and the first woman president of the National Speakers Association. They delve into the art and science of public speaking skills that captivate, persuade, and inspire action. Patricia provides the timeless principles behind powerful communication, why most speakers lose attention instantly, and how to structure presentations that keep audiences engaged from the first sentence. Want to make influencing human behavior your company's superpower? Connect with me at howiechan.com/speaking and let's talk! Episode Breakdown: 00:00:00 Instantly Stand Out in Presentations 00:04:29 The Power of Asking Better Questions  00:10:51 The Consistency Principle Behind Success 00:25:03 Speech Structure, Premise, and Mastery 00:32:10 You-Focused Language for Persuasion 00:39:58 How to Create Powerful Openings 00:55:40 Brand Strategy 00:58:05 Vivid Language and Specificity for Credibility From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube Facebook Instagram  Discover your influence style profile here. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/subAward-Winning Executive Coach Reveals 5 Strategies to Build Influence at Work & Grow in Your CareerAward-winning executive coach and bestselling author of Managing Up, Melody Wilding, joins Howie Chan to unpack influence in the workplace - especially when you don’t hold the power.  Known for her work with “sensitive strivers,” Melody reveals how high performers can stop overthinking, set boundaries, and communicate strategically to gain respect, visibility, and career momentum. She introduces her STRIVE framework, helping listeners identify their own behavioral patterns and unlock their ability to lead, persuade, and navigate complex workplace dynamics. You’ll learn how to adapt your communication style to different personalities, why “managing up” is actually about taking control of your own career, and how to build influence without sacrificing authenticity.  What’s Your Influence Style? What do you do when you need someone to do something?  This quiz will help you discover what is your most natural influence style, so you can use that strength more effectively (and know your blind spots.) → https://www.influencestylequiz.com/ Join 500+ leaders who've already uncovered what their style is. Chapters: 00:00:00 The Psychology of Emotional Spirals 00:10:08 The STRIVE Framework 00:15:50 Communication Styles & Influence 00:25:25 Managing Up vs. “Sucking Up” 00:33:34 Why Boundaries Build Leadership 00:46:40 Power Mapping Stakeholders From Melody Wilding: Website: https://melodywilding.com/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melodywilding   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melodywilding/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@melodywildinglmsw  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melodywildinglmsw  Find all of Melody's career-accelerating books here: https://melodywilding.com/books/  Take a look at the clip that played at the beginning of this episode: https://youtu.be/VuZ3TeEeCYQ?si=VOk1DCUxrtWwNnza  Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub _ This episode of Influence Anyone was produced by Ideablossoms.flightcast:01KMDRA46DK9GMZDPJ1J1EHTS7Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000Howie ChanAward-winning executive coach and bestselling author of Managing Up, Melody Wilding, joins Howie Chan to unpack influence in the workplace - especially when you don’t hold the power. 

Known for her work with “sensitive strivers,” Melody reveals how high performers can stop overthinking, set boundaries, and communicate strategically to gain respect, visibility, and career momentum. She introduces her STRIVE framework, helping listeners identify their own behavioral patterns and unlock their ability to lead, persuade, and navigate complex workplace dynamics.

You’ll learn how to adapt your communication style to different personalities, why “managing up” is actually about taking control of your own career, and how to build influence without sacrificing authenticity. 

What’s Your Influence Style?

What do you do when you need someone to do something? 

This quiz will help you discover what is your most natural influence style, so you can use that strength more effectively (and know your blind spots.)

→ https://www.influencestylequiz.com/

Join 500+ leaders who've already uncovered what their style is.

Chapters:

00:00:00 The Psychology of Emotional Spirals

00:10:08 The STRIVE Framework

00:15:50 Communication Styles & Influence

00:25:25 Managing Up vs. “Sucking Up”

00:33:34 Why Boundaries Build Leadership

00:46:40 Power Mapping Stakeholders

From Melody Wilding:

Website: https://melodywilding.com/  

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melodywilding  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melodywilding/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@melodywildinglmsw 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melodywildinglmsw 

Find all of Melody's career-accelerating books here: https://melodywilding.com/books/ 

Take a look at the clip that played at the beginning of this episode: https://youtu.be/VuZ3TeEeCYQ?si=VOk1DCUxrtWwNnza 

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Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own.

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]]>Award-Winning Executive Coach Reveals 5 Strategies to Build Influence at Work & Grow in Your CareerHowie Chanfull3369false72Award-winning executive coach and bestselling author of Managing Up, Melody Wilding, joins Howie Chan to unpack influence in the workplace - especially when you don’t hold the power.  Known for her work with “sensitive strivers,” Melody reveals how high performers can stop overthinking, set boundaries, and communicate strategically to gain respect, visibility, and career momentum. She introduces her STRIVE framework, helping listeners identify their own behavioral patterns and unlock their ability to lead, persuade, and navigate complex workplace dynamics. You’ll learn how to adapt your communication style to different personalities, why “managing up” is actually about taking control of your own career, and how to build influence without sacrificing authenticity.  What’s Your Influence Style? What do you do when you need someone to do something?  This quiz will help you discover what is your most natural influence style, so you can use that strength more effectively (and know your blind spots.) → https://www.influencestylequiz.com/ Join 500+ leaders who've already uncovered what their style is. Chapters: 00:00:00 The Psychology of Emotional Spirals 00:10:08 The STRIVE Framework 00:15:50 Communication Styles & Influence 00:25:25 Managing Up vs. “Sucking Up” 00:33:34 Why Boundaries Build Leadership 00:46:40 Power Mapping Stakeholders From Melody Wilding: Website: https://melodywilding.com/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melodywilding   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melodywilding/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@melodywildinglmsw  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melodywildinglmsw  Find all of Melody's career-accelerating books here: https://melodywilding.com/books/  Take a look at the clip that played at the beginning of this episode: https://youtu.be/VuZ3TeEeCYQ?si=VOk1DCUxrtWwNnza  Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub _ This episode of Influence Anyone was produced by Ideablossoms.2M Views TEDx Speaker: Your Brain’s “Factory Settings” Decide If Your Story Influences or Gets IgnoredIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Karen Eber, an award-winning author, keynote speaker, and storytelling expert who has educated and inspired more than three million people globally. They delve into why great storytelling isn’t about your origin story, why specific details beat big dramatic moments, and how subtle emotional tension can make your message far more persuasive. Karen reveals the five “factory settings” of the brain that determine whether your message sticks or gets ignored and how to structure a compelling narrative using context, conflict, outcome, and takeaway. Want to make influencing human behavior your company's superpower? Connect with me at howiechan.com/speaking and let's talk! Episode Breakdown: 00:00:00 The Neuroscience Behind Storytelling 00:10:39 The Stories We Tell Ourselves 00:16:22 Identifying the Right Audience 00:19:47 The Brain’s Default Settings 00:29:44 Building a Powerful Story Step-by-Step 00:49:29 Storytelling Myths 01:00:55 Utilizing Visual Artifacts From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn YouTube Instagram TEDx Talk The Perfect Story by Karen Eber  Download the four master storytelling prompts here. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/subflightcast:01KKVQJW5B6V9BDXGBEF39NFS4Tue, 17 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0000Howie ChanIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Karen Eber, an award-winning author, keynote speaker, and storytelling expert who has educated and inspired more than three million people globally. They delve into why great storytelling isn’t about your origin story, why specific details beat big dramatic moments, and how subtle emotional tension can make your message far more persuasive.

Karen reveals the five “factory settings” of the brain that determine whether your message sticks or gets ignored and how to structure a compelling narrative using context, conflict, outcome, and takeaway.

Want to make influencing human behavior your company's superpower? Connect with me at howiechan.com/speaking and let's talk!

Episode Breakdown:

00:00:00 The Neuroscience Behind Storytelling

00:10:39 The Stories We Tell Ourselves

00:16:22 Identifying the Right Audience

00:19:47 The Brain’s Default Settings

00:29:44 Building a Powerful Story Step-by-Step

00:49:29 Storytelling Myths

01:00:55 Utilizing Visual Artifacts

From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

YouTube

Instagram

TEDx Talk

The Perfect Story by Karen Eber

 Download the four master storytelling prompts here.

Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course.

Get people to buy into your ideas and offers!

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]]>2M Views TEDx Speaker: Your Brain’s “Factory Settings” Decide If Your Story Influences or Gets IgnoredHowie Chanfull4018false71In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Karen Eber, an award-winning author, keynote speaker, and storytelling expert who has educated and inspired more than three million people globally. They delve into why great storytelling isn’t about your origin story, why specific details beat big dramatic moments, and how subtle emotional tension can make your message far more persuasive. Karen reveals the five “factory settings” of the brain that determine whether your message sticks or gets ignored and how to structure a compelling narrative using context, conflict, outcome, and takeaway. Want to make influencing human behavior your company's superpower? Connect with me at howiechan.com/speaking and let's talk! Episode Breakdown: 00:00:00 The Neuroscience Behind Storytelling 00:10:39 The Stories We Tell Ourselves 00:16:22 Identifying the Right Audience 00:19:47 The Brain’s Default Settings 00:29:44 Building a Powerful Story Step-by-Step 00:49:29 Storytelling Myths 01:00:55 Utilizing Visual Artifacts From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn YouTube Instagram TEDx Talk The Perfect Story by Karen Eber  Download the four master storytelling prompts here. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/subBeyond Belief: The Truth About Why You Feel STUCK | Behavioral Change w/ Nir EyalBehavioral change expert and bestselling author of Hooked, Indistractable, and Beyond Belief, Nir Eyal, joins Howie Chan to unpack the psychology of limiting beliefs and how they silently shape our decisions, confidence, and future. Drawing from his latest book, Nir reframes belief as a tool, not a truth. From identity labels like ADHD and personality types to cultural conditioning and media influence, he reveals how the stories we tell ourselves determine what we see, feel, and ultimately, who we become. You’ll learn how anticipation shapes perception, why the placebo effect proves belief changes biology, and how advertising programs experience before consumption. What’s Your Influence Style? What do you do when you need someone to do something?  This quiz will help you discover what is your most natural influence style, so you can use that strength more effectively (and know your blind spots.) → https://www.influencestylequiz.com/ Join 500+ leaders who've already uncovered what their style is. Chapters: 00:01:19 Labels become limits 00:09:14 Belief vs. fact vs. faith 00:11:55 Limiting beliefs: Helpness is our default 00:17:08 The power of anticipation & placebo effects 00:22:56 Live belief audit: “I’m not ready.” 00:31:28 Turn limiting beliefs into liberating beliefs 00:39:17 The brain’s attention filter (11 million vs. 50 bits) 00:42:03 Media, polarization & demanding nuance 00:47:18 Prayer without faith & psychological protection From Nir Eyal: Website: https://www.nirandfar.com/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nireyal/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/nirandfar   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neyal99/  Stand a chance to get a free copy of Beyond Belief: https://www.howiechan.com/beliefbook   Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub _ This episode of Influence Anyone was produced by Ideablossoms.flightcast:01KK9FTYSVBGD7X7RB4Y60MQSBTue, 10 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0000Howie ChanBehavioral change expert and bestselling author of Hooked, Indistractable, and Beyond Belief, Nir Eyal, joins Howie Chan to unpack the psychology of limiting beliefs and how they silently shape our decisions, confidence, and future.

Drawing from his latest book, Nir reframes belief as a tool, not a truth. From identity labels like ADHD and personality types to cultural conditioning and media influence, he reveals how the stories we tell ourselves determine what we see, feel, and ultimately, who we become.

You’ll learn how anticipation shapes perception, why the placebo effect proves belief changes biology, and how advertising programs experience before consumption.

What’s Your Influence Style? What do you do when you need someone to do something? 

This quiz will help you discover what is your most natural influence style, so you can use that strength more effectively (and know your blind spots.)

→ https://www.influencestylequiz.com/

Join 500+ leaders who've already uncovered what their style is.

Chapters:

00:01:19 Labels become limits

00:09:14 Belief vs. fact vs. faith

00:11:55 Limiting beliefs: Helpness is our default

00:17:08 The power of anticipation & placebo effects

00:22:56 Live belief audit: “I’m not ready.”

00:31:28 Turn limiting beliefs into liberating beliefs

00:39:17 The brain’s attention filter (11 million vs. 50 bits)

00:42:03 Media, polarization & demanding nuance

00:47:18 Prayer without faith & psychological protection


From Nir Eyal:

Website: https://www.nirandfar.com/  

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nireyal/  

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/nirandfar  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neyal99/ 

Stand a chance to get a free copy of Beyond Belief: https://www.howiechan.com/beliefbook  

Get people to buy into your ideas and offers!

Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own.

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]]>Beyond Belief: The Truth About Why You Feel STUCK | Behavioral Change w/ Nir EyalHowie Chanfull3616false70Behavioral change expert and bestselling author of Hooked, Indistractable, and Beyond Belief, Nir Eyal, joins Howie Chan to unpack the psychology of limiting beliefs and how they silently shape our decisions, confidence, and future. Drawing from his latest book, Nir reframes belief as a tool, not a truth. From identity labels like ADHD and personality types to cultural conditioning and media influence, he reveals how the stories we tell ourselves determine what we see, feel, and ultimately, who we become. You’ll learn how anticipation shapes perception, why the placebo effect proves belief changes biology, and how advertising programs experience before consumption. What’s Your Influence Style? What do you do when you need someone to do something?  This quiz will help you discover what is your most natural influence style, so you can use that strength more effectively (and know your blind spots.) → https://www.influencestylequiz.com/ Join 500+ leaders who've already uncovered what their style is. Chapters: 00:01:19 Labels become limits 00:09:14 Belief vs. fact vs. faith 00:11:55 Limiting beliefs: Helpness is our default 00:17:08 The power of anticipation & placebo effects 00:22:56 Live belief audit: “I’m not ready.” 00:31:28 Turn limiting beliefs into liberating beliefs 00:39:17 The brain’s attention filter (11 million vs. 50 bits) 00:42:03 Media, polarization & demanding nuance 00:47:18 Prayer without faith & psychological protection From Nir Eyal: Website: https://www.nirandfar.com/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nireyal/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/nirandfar   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neyal99/  Stand a chance to get a free copy of Beyond Belief: https://www.howiechan.com/beliefbook   Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub _ This episode of Influence Anyone was produced by Ideablossoms.How a 2x TEDx Workplace Performance Expert Makes Awkward Moments Turn into Career Growth OpportunitiesIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Henna Pryor, a Workplace Performance Expert, a 2x TEDx speaker, a regular expert columnist for Inc. Magazine, and a best-selling author. They delve into what embracing awkwardness really entails, the  skills now being lost in the modern era that we need to recreate in the workplace, and what it looks like to make big career pivots. Henna provides tips and insights on how to successfully navigate awkward moments and situations, build deeper connections, get better at selling, and become more confident. Want complete influence under pressure? Get the FREE Influence Field Guide with 5 Influence Frameworks from 5 Bestselling Authors and Experts. Chapters: 0:00:00 How Henna embraced awkwardness 0:09:26 What you risk reveals what you value 0:11:48 Awkward confidence and how to get good at it 0:19:45 Practical tips to navigate awkward situations 0:23:21 Less perfect and awkwardness vs vulnerability 0:28:47 The story behind Henna's second career pivot 0:39:07 A sales hack for better results in less time 0:43:37 How awkwardness became Henna’s banner 0:46:07 The true value of awkwardness and small bets 0:52:26 A letter to Henna’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube Facebook  Instagram  Get the book, Good Awkward. Watch Henna’s 2 TEDxTalks Want to get ahead at work? Risk the awkward moments and The new way to brag in the modern world - and feel good doing it. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/subflightcast:01KJQBV3D87ZNKZJBT6XFM9NASTue, 03 Mar 2026 10:03:00 -0000Howie ChanIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Henna Pryor, a Workplace Performance Expert, a 2x TEDx speaker, a regular expert columnist for Inc. Magazine, and a best-selling author. They delve into what embracing awkwardness really entails, the  skills now being lost in the modern era that we need to recreate in the workplace, and what it looks like to make big career pivots.

Henna provides tips and insights on how to successfully navigate awkward moments and situations, build deeper connections, get better at selling, and become more confident.

Want complete influence under pressure?

Get the FREE Influence Field Guide with 5 Influence Frameworks from 5 Bestselling Authors and Experts.

Chapters:

0:00:00 How Henna embraced awkwardness

0:09:26 What you risk reveals what you value

0:11:48 Awkward confidence and how to get good at it

0:19:45 Practical tips to navigate awkward situations

0:23:21 Less perfect and awkwardness vs vulnerability

0:28:47 The story behind Henna's second career pivot

0:39:07 A sales hack for better results in less time

0:43:37 How awkwardness became Henna’s banner

0:46:07 The true value of awkwardness and small bets

0:52:26 A letter to Henna’s younger self

From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn 

Youtube

Facebook 

Instagram 

Get the book, Good Awkward.

Watch Henna’s 2 TEDxTalks Want to get ahead at work? Risk the awkward moments and The new way to brag in the modern world - and feel good doing it.

Get people to buy into your ideas and offers!

Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own.

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]]>How a 2x TEDx Workplace Performance Expert Makes Awkward Moments Turn into Career Growth OpportunitiesHowie Chanfull3342true69In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Henna Pryor, a Workplace Performance Expert, a 2x TEDx speaker, a regular expert columnist for Inc. Magazine, and a best-selling author. They delve into what embracing awkwardness really entails, the  skills now being lost in the modern era that we need to recreate in the workplace, and what it looks like to make big career pivots. Henna provides tips and insights on how to successfully navigate awkward moments and situations, build deeper connections, get better at selling, and become more confident. Want complete influence under pressure? Get the FREE Influence Field Guide with 5 Influence Frameworks from 5 Bestselling Authors and Experts. Chapters: 0:00:00 How Henna embraced awkwardness 0:09:26 What you risk reveals what you value 0:11:48 Awkward confidence and how to get good at it 0:19:45 Practical tips to navigate awkward situations 0:23:21 Less perfect and awkwardness vs vulnerability 0:28:47 The story behind Henna's second career pivot 0:39:07 A sales hack for better results in less time 0:43:37 How awkwardness became Henna’s banner 0:46:07 The true value of awkwardness and small bets 0:52:26 A letter to Henna’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube Facebook  Instagram  Get the book, Good Awkward. Watch Henna’s 2 TEDxTalks Want to get ahead at work? Risk the awkward moments and The new way to brag in the modern world - and feel good doing it. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/subScotland Yard Detective & Kidnap-for-Ransom Negotiator Reveals the ONE THING You Need to Win Any NegotiationIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan is hitting replay on his interview with Scott Walker, a veteran kidnap-for-ransom negotiator with over 300 cases under his belt. Scott has used decades of experience to develop a unique understanding of what makes people think, feel, and act – specifically in times of adversity, conflict, and uncertainty. They delve into the art of negotiation and communication, especially when the stakes are high. Scott provides valuable insights from his successful career, along with a crash course into negotiation and communication, what it takes to be a successful negotiator, and how you can hone your skills in everyday life. Want to make influencing human behavior your company's superpower? Connect with me at howiechan.com/speaking and let's talk! Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00 From inquisitive child to renowned negotiator 0:17:17 Lessons from his first kidnap-for-ransom case 0:25:59 How to develop your negotiation skills daily 0:30:44 The real challenge in kidnapping negotiations 0:35:25 The 4 steps to emotional regulation 0:40:02 The wake-up call and drastic career change 0:49:33 Use negotiation skills in different settings 1:01:55 Kidnap negotiations that went south From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Instagram  Get the books, Order out of Chaos and Eye of the Storm. Sign up for Scott’s newsletter, Negotiations Essentials. Check out Steven Pressfield’s The War of Art. Get the kidnap for ransom negotiator’s 90-second Influence Reset Playbook. It's your FREE 4-step guide to stay in control. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven playbook from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.f0b76296ab21cd201d13808a9f85cfb6429f0d39Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:30:00 -0000Howie ChanIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan is hitting replay on his interview with Scott Walker, a veteran kidnap-for-ransom negotiator with over 300 cases under his belt. Scott has used decades of experience to develop a unique understanding of what makes people think, feel, and act – specifically in times of adversity, conflict, and uncertainty.

They delve into the art of negotiation and communication, especially when the stakes are high. Scott provides valuable insights from his successful career, along with a crash course into negotiation and communication, what it takes to be a successful negotiator, and how you can hone your skills in everyday life.


Want to make influencing human behavior your company's superpower? Connect with me at howiechan.com/speaking and let's talk!


Episode Breakdown:

0:00:00 From inquisitive child to renowned negotiator

0:17:17 Lessons from his first kidnap-for-ransom case

0:25:59 How to develop your negotiation skills daily

0:30:44 The real challenge in kidnapping negotiations

0:35:25 The 4 steps to emotional regulation

0:40:02 The wake-up call and drastic career change

0:49:33 Use negotiation skills in different settings

1:01:55 Kidnap negotiations that went south


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn 

Instagram 

Get the books, Order out of Chaos and Eye of the Storm.

Sign up for Scott’s newsletter, Negotiations Essentials.

Check out Steven Pressfield’s The War of Art.

Get the kidnap for ransom negotiator’s 90-second Influence Reset Playbook. It's your FREE 4-step guide to stay in control.


Get people to buy into your ideas and offers!

Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven playbook from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own.

📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub

Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review!

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]]>Scotland Yard Detective & Kidnap-for-Ransom Negotiator Reveals the ONE THING You Need to Win Any NegotiationIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan is hitting replay on his interview with Scott Walker, a veteran kidnap-for-ransom negotiator with over 300 cases under his belt. Scott has used decades of experience to develop a unique...Howie Chanfull4013falseIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan is hitting replay on his interview with Scott Walker, a veteran kidnap-for-ransom negotiator with over 300 cases under his belt. Scott has used decades of experience to develop a unique understanding of what makes people think, feel, and act – specifically in times of adversity, conflict, and uncertainty. They delve into the art of negotiation and communication, especially when the stakes are high. Scott provides valuable insights from his successful career, along with a crash course into negotiation and communication, what it takes to be a successful negotiator, and how you can hone your skills in everyday life. Want to make influencing human behavior your company's superpower? Connect with me at howiechan.com/speaking and let's talk! Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00 From inquisitive child to renowned negotiator 0:17:17 Lessons from his first kidnap-for-ransom case 0:25:59 How to develop your negotiation skills daily 0:30:44 The real challenge in kidnapping negotiations 0:35:25 The 4 steps to emotional regulation 0:40:02 The wake-up call and drastic career change 0:49:33 Use negotiation skills in different settings 1:01:55 Kidnap negotiations that went south From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Instagram  Get the books, Order out of Chaos and Eye of the Storm. Sign up for Scott’s newsletter, Negotiations Essentials. Check out Steven Pressfield’s The War of Art. Get the kidnap for ransom negotiator’s 90-second Influence Reset Playbook. It's your FREE 4-step guide to stay in control. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven playbook from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.TEDx Former Executive Producer Reveals: Most Ideas Fall Flat, Make Yours Irresistible with The Red Thread FrameworkIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Tamsen Webster,  the bestselling author of Find Your Red Thread and Say What They Can't Unhear.  She's also a former TEDx executive producer who shaped ideas seen by millions of people. They delve into how to share your idea in a succinct and impactful message, so that people can really get it and remember it instead of just nodding along. Tamsen breaks down her Red Thread framework so you can take all the important aspects of the idea that is sitting in your head and create a minimum viable explanation that resonates. She also provides ways for ethical persuasion based on permission and  belief-based logic. Want to make influencing human behavior your company's superpower? Connect with me at howiechan.com/speaking and let's talk! Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00 The fundamental pieces of a successful idea 0:11:03 Why it's so hard to put our ideas out there 0:17:18 The powerful Red Thread framework explained 0:34:58 The secret to get others to agree to change 0:43:46 Permission persuasion and  belief-based logic 0:49:40 Use Tamsen's framework to structure content 0:52:50 What it takes to create long-lasting change 0:59:36 The three beliefs necessary for buy-in From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube X Facebook Instagram Get the books, Find Your Red Thread and Say What They Can't Unhear. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven playbook from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.16a75affccf619f0696037dee82e2f92bb3d1974Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:30:00 -0000Howie ChanIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Tamsen Webster,  the bestselling author of Find Your Red Thread and Say What They Can't Unhear.  She's also a former TEDx executive producer who shaped ideas seen by millions of people. They delve into how to share your idea in a succinct and impactful message, so that people can really get it and remember it instead of just nodding along.

Tamsen breaks down her Red Thread framework so you can take all the important aspects of the idea that is sitting in your head and create a minimum viable explanation that resonates. She also provides ways for ethical persuasion based on permission and  belief-based logic.


Want to make influencing human behavior your company's superpower? Connect with me at howiechan.com/speaking and let's talk!


Episode Breakdown:

0:00:00 The fundamental pieces of a successful idea

0:11:03 Why it's so hard to put our ideas out there

0:17:18 The powerful Red Thread framework explained

0:34:58 The secret to get others to agree to change

0:43:46 Permission persuasion and  belief-based logic

0:49:40 Use Tamsen's framework to structure content

0:52:50 What it takes to create long-lasting change

0:59:36 The three beliefs necessary for buy-in


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

Youtube

X

Facebook

Instagram


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]]>TEDx Former Executive Producer Reveals: Most Ideas Fall Flat, Make Yours Irresistible with The Red Thread FrameworkIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Tamsen Webster,  the bestselling author of Find Your Red Thread and Say What They Can't Unhear.  She's also a former TEDx executive producer who shaped ideas seen by millions...Howie Chanfull4300falseIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Tamsen Webster,  the bestselling author of Find Your Red Thread and Say What They Can't Unhear.  She's also a former TEDx executive producer who shaped ideas seen by millions of people. They delve into how to share your idea in a succinct and impactful message, so that people can really get it and remember it instead of just nodding along. Tamsen breaks down her Red Thread framework so you can take all the important aspects of the idea that is sitting in your head and create a minimum viable explanation that resonates. She also provides ways for ethical persuasion based on permission and  belief-based logic. Want to make influencing human behavior your company's superpower? Connect with me at howiechan.com/speaking and let's talk! Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00 The fundamental pieces of a successful idea 0:11:03 Why it's so hard to put our ideas out there 0:17:18 The powerful Red Thread framework explained 0:34:58 The secret to get others to agree to change 0:43:46 Permission persuasion and  belief-based logic 0:49:40 Use Tamsen's framework to structure content 0:52:50 What it takes to create long-lasting change 0:59:36 The three beliefs necessary for buy-in From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube X Facebook Instagram Get the books, Find Your Red Thread and Say What They Can't Unhear. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven playbook from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.400+ Behavioral Science Theories Decoded: an ABC Guide to Supercharge Your MarketingIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Tom Bowden-Green and Luan Wise, the co-authors of Marketing and Psychology: Understanding Customer Behaviour with the ABC Approach. He's a professor of marketing and consumer psychology at UWE Bristol, and his hobby is collecting behavioral science theories (400+ so far). She's a top marketing consultant, an award-winning author, and a LinkedIn Learning Instructor. They delve into  how we can stop guessing what people want and start using behavioral science to make marketing matter. Luan and Tom provide a roadmap for marketers to influence their audience with the ABC approach, where they share different behavioral science theories in a way that people can apply, no matter the size or type of their organization or the channels they're using. Want to make influencing human behavior your company's superpower? Connect with me at howiechan.com/speaking and let's talk! Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00 Living your brand and why we collect things 0:08:11 The origins of the ABC approach 0:12:13 Understand your Audience beyond demographics 0:19:24 The debates and challenges around "Audience" 0:27:30 Create a personable and memorable Brand 0:41:26 Help people make the right Choice 0:51:25 Focus on small changes and marginal gains 0:56:20 The journey of writing the book together From Our Guests: Tom Bowden-Green: Website | LinkedIn | TikTok Luan Wise: Website | LinkedIn | X Get the book, Marketing & Psychology. Catch up with my interview with Doug Kenrick. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven playbook from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.dd0ab86214637437bedde078072b16365fe88f33Tue, 10 Feb 2026 10:30:00 -0000Howie ChanIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Tom Bowden-Green and Luan Wise, the co-authors of Marketing and Psychology: Understanding Customer Behaviour with the ABC Approach. He's a professor of marketing and consumer psychology at UWE Bristol, and his hobby is collecting behavioral science theories (400+ so far). She's a top marketing consultant, an award-winning author, and a LinkedIn Learning Instructor.

They delve into  how we can stop guessing what people want and start using behavioral science to make marketing matter. Luan and Tom provide a roadmap for marketers to influence their audience with the ABC approach, where they share different behavioral science theories in a way that people can apply, no matter the size or type of their organization or the channels they're using.


Want to make influencing human behavior your company's superpower? Connect with me at howiechan.com/speaking and let's talk!


Episode Breakdown:

0:00:00 Living your brand and why we collect things

0:08:11 The origins of the ABC approach

0:12:13 Understand your Audience beyond demographics

0:19:24 The debates and challenges around "Audience"

0:27:30 Create a personable and memorable Brand

0:41:26 Help people make the right Choice

0:51:25 Focus on small changes and marginal gains

0:56:20 The journey of writing the book together


From Our Guests:

Tom Bowden-Green: Website | LinkedIn | TikTok

Luan Wise: Website | LinkedIn | X

Get the book, Marketing & Psychology.

Catch up with my interview with Doug Kenrick.


Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course.


Get people to buy into your ideas and offers!

Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven playbook from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own.

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]]>400+ Behavioral Science Theories Decoded: an ABC Guide to Supercharge Your MarketingIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Tom Bowden-Green and Luan Wise, the co-authors of Marketing and Psychology: Understanding Customer Behaviour with the ABC Approach. He's a professor of marketing and consumer...Howie Chanfull3863falseIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Tom Bowden-Green and Luan Wise, the co-authors of Marketing and Psychology: Understanding Customer Behaviour with the ABC Approach. He's a professor of marketing and consumer psychology at UWE Bristol, and his hobby is collecting behavioral science theories (400+ so far). She's a top marketing consultant, an award-winning author, and a LinkedIn Learning Instructor. They delve into  how we can stop guessing what people want and start using behavioral science to make marketing matter. Luan and Tom provide a roadmap for marketers to influence their audience with the ABC approach, where they share different behavioral science theories in a way that people can apply, no matter the size or type of their organization or the channels they're using. Want to make influencing human behavior your company's superpower? Connect with me at howiechan.com/speaking and let's talk! Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00 Living your brand and why we collect things 0:08:11 The origins of the ABC approach 0:12:13 Understand your Audience beyond demographics 0:19:24 The debates and challenges around "Audience" 0:27:30 Create a personable and memorable Brand 0:41:26 Help people make the right Choice 0:51:25 Focus on small changes and marginal gains 0:56:20 The journey of writing the book together From Our Guests: Tom Bowden-Green: Website | LinkedIn | TikTok Luan Wise: Website | LinkedIn | X Get the book, Marketing & Psychology. Catch up with my interview with Doug Kenrick. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven playbook from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Why We Buy: Godfather of Retail Psychology on Designing Spaces That Make Us Buy More Without ThinkingIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Paco Underhill,  the bestselling author of Why We Buy and the Godfather of Retail Behavioral Research. They delve into  how our environments silently shape what we notice, what we want, and what we buy. In a rapidly changing landscape, Paco points out the biggest changes in the world of business that happened and that are coming our way. He also shares  small changes to the environment, either physical or digital, that can make huge impacts in terms of sales and customer loyalty. Finally, find out how you influence when you're trying to get a yes. Take the FREE Influence Style Quiz and discover how you naturally influence others. Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00 The origins of Paco's influential work 0:06:52 The six biggest changes of  the past decades 0:15:47 Small things that can make huge buying impact 0:26:02 Responsible consumers and ethical merchants 0:33:17 Navigating the digital customer experience 0:45:16 Three things any business owner needs to know 0:49:41 The two biggest influences in Paco's life From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Email Instagram Get the books, Why We Buy, What Women Want, and more. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven playbook from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.36e8b49f46f624b1677d3b2a112ae2b6ac130f47Tue, 03 Feb 2026 10:30:00 -0000Howie ChanIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Paco Underhill,  the bestselling author of Why We Buy and the Godfather of Retail Behavioral Research. They delve into  how our environments silently shape what we notice, what we want, and what we buy.

In a rapidly changing landscape, Paco points out the biggest changes in the world of business that happened and that are coming our way. He also shares  small changes to the environment, either physical or digital, that can make huge impacts in terms of sales and customer loyalty.


Finally, find out how you influence when you're trying to get a yes.

Take the FREE Influence Style Quiz and discover how you naturally influence others.


Episode Breakdown:

0:00:00 The origins of Paco's influential work

0:06:52 The six biggest changes of  the past decades

0:15:47 Small things that can make huge buying impact

0:26:02 Responsible consumers and ethical merchants

0:33:17 Navigating the digital customer experience

0:45:16 Three things any business owner needs to know

0:49:41 The two biggest influences in Paco's life


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

Email

Instagram

Get the books, Why We Buy, What Women Want, and more.


Get people to buy into your ideas and offers!

Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven playbook from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own.

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]]>Why We Buy: Godfather of Retail Psychology on Designing Spaces That Make Us Buy More Without ThinkingIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Paco Underhill,  the bestselling author of Why We Buy and the Godfather of Retail Behavioral Research. They delve into  how our environments silently shape what we notice, wha...Howie Chanfull3223falseIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Paco Underhill,  the bestselling author of Why We Buy and the Godfather of Retail Behavioral Research. They delve into  how our environments silently shape what we notice, what we want, and what we buy. In a rapidly changing landscape, Paco points out the biggest changes in the world of business that happened and that are coming our way. He also shares  small changes to the environment, either physical or digital, that can make huge impacts in terms of sales and customer loyalty. Finally, find out how you influence when you're trying to get a yes. Take the FREE Influence Style Quiz and discover how you naturally influence others. Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00 The origins of Paco's influential work 0:06:52 The six biggest changes of  the past decades 0:15:47 Small things that can make huge buying impact 0:26:02 Responsible consumers and ethical merchants 0:33:17 Navigating the digital customer experience 0:45:16 Three things any business owner needs to know 0:49:41 The two biggest influences in Paco's life From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Email Instagram Get the books, Why We Buy, What Women Want, and more. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven playbook from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.There Are Only 2 Ways to Stand Out: How to Be Remembered, Respected, and Chosen [SOLO SESH]In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan simplifies powerful ideas from psychology, behavioral science, and world experts into a playbook you can apply to influence yourself and others and create extraordinary success. He delves into  why your brain is wired to fit in and be forgettable and how that instinct is quietly killing your brand, your influence. Howie shares  the signs behind what it means to stand out. He explores the fear that keeps you invisible, then provides two proven ways for you to be remembered, respected, and ultimately chosen. Finally find out how you influence when you're trying to get a yes? Take the FREE Influence Style Quiz and find out how you naturally influence others. Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00 The Von Restorff effect and why it matters 0:07:43 The ancient programming keeping you invisible 0:11:55 The What and How Framework to stand out From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram Catch up with my conversation with the fabulous Sam Horn on Episode 30. The Matrix clip. Watch the Dollar Shave Club ad with the What and How. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.5f7e63ffc09385687a983c7030be7eada41162daTue, 27 Jan 2026 10:30:00 -0000Howie ChanIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan simplifies powerful ideas from psychology, behavioral science, and world experts into a playbook you can apply to influence yourself and others and create extraordinary success.

He delves into  why your brain is wired to fit in and be forgettable and how that instinct is quietly killing your brand, your influence.

Howie shares  the signs behind what it means to stand out. He explores the fear that keeps you invisible, then provides two proven ways for you to be remembered, respected, and ultimately chosen.


Finally find out how you influence when you're trying to get a yes?

Take the FREE Influence Style Quiz and find out how you naturally influence others.


Episode Breakdown:

0:00:00 The Von Restorff effect and why it matters

0:07:43 The ancient programming keeping you invisible

0:11:55 The What and How Framework to stand out


From Me:

Website

LinkedIn

Instagram


Catch up with my conversation with the fabulous Sam Horn on Episode 30.

The Matrix clip.

Watch the Dollar Shave Club ad with the What and How.


Get people to buy into your ideas and offers!

Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own.

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]]>There Are Only 2 Ways to Stand Out: How to Be Remembered, Respected, and Chosen [SOLO SESH]In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan simplifies powerful ideas from psychology, behavioral science, and world experts into a playbook you can apply to influence yourself and others and create extraordinary success. He delve...Howie Chanfull1328falseIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan simplifies powerful ideas from psychology, behavioral science, and world experts into a playbook you can apply to influence yourself and others and create extraordinary success. He delves into  why your brain is wired to fit in and be forgettable and how that instinct is quietly killing your brand, your influence. Howie shares  the signs behind what it means to stand out. He explores the fear that keeps you invisible, then provides two proven ways for you to be remembered, respected, and ultimately chosen. Finally find out how you influence when you're trying to get a yes? Take the FREE Influence Style Quiz and find out how you naturally influence others. Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00 The Von Restorff effect and why it matters 0:07:43 The ancient programming keeping you invisible 0:11:55 The What and How Framework to stand out From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram Catch up with my conversation with the fabulous Sam Horn on Episode 30. The Matrix clip. Watch the Dollar Shave Club ad with the What and How. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Multi-Award-Winning Author of "Using Behavioral Science in Marketing": How a Framed Cartoon Generated $68M in B2B RevenueIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Nancy Harhut, the Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer at HBT Marketing, and the author of the multi-award-winning Using Behavioral Science in Marketing.  She's helped brands like AT&T, Bank of America, Nationwide, and Dell use behavioral science to drive revenue. They delve into  the surprising ways human behavior actually works and how you can use it to influence ethically and effectively, whether you work with B2B or B2C. Nancy provides five easy-to-implement tactics people can use to instantly start taking advantage of behavioral science in their business,  a unique filter to help you choose the testimonials that will make the most difference, and research-backed email marketing tactics that will lead to real results. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00 Behavioral science principles really do work 0:09:17 Debunking myths in B2B marketing 0:16:00 How to apply behavioral science tactics in B2B 0:23:34 The benefits of keeping it simple and honest 0:34:25 Five game-changing tactics to implement today 0:48:08 The need for testing and reworking solutions 0:54:22 Influence styles and imperfect testimonials 1:02:27 Research-backed email tactics for real results From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn X Instagram Get the book, Using Behavioral Science in Marketing. Catch up with my conversation with “The Godfather of Influence”, Dr. Robert Cialdini. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.af0052a0c9d195f4fa119df6415157564d1638a5Tue, 20 Jan 2026 10:30:00 -0000Howie ChanIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Nancy Harhut, the Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer at HBT Marketing, and the author of the multi-award-winning Using Behavioral Science in Marketing.  She's helped brands like AT&T, Bank of America, Nationwide, and Dell use behavioral science to drive revenue.

They delve into  the surprising ways human behavior actually works and how you can use it to influence ethically and effectively, whether you work with B2B or B2C.

Nancy provides five easy-to-implement tactics people can use to instantly start taking advantage of behavioral science in their business,  a unique filter to help you choose the testimonials that will make the most difference, and research-backed email marketing tactics that will lead to real results.


Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans?

Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course.


Episode Breakdown:

0:00:00 Behavioral science principles really do work

0:09:17 Debunking myths in B2B marketing

0:16:00 How to apply behavioral science tactics in B2B

0:23:34 The benefits of keeping it simple and honest

0:34:25 Five game-changing tactics to implement today

0:48:08 The need for testing and reworking solutions

0:54:22 Influence styles and imperfect testimonials

1:02:27 Research-backed email tactics for real results


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

X

Instagram

Get the book, Using Behavioral Science in Marketing.

Catch up with my conversation with “The Godfather of Influence”, Dr. Robert Cialdini.


Get people to buy into your ideas and offers!

Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own.

📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub

Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review!

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]]>Multi-Award-Winning Author of "Using Behavioral Science in Marketing": How a Framed Cartoon Generated $68M in B2B RevenueIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Nancy Harhut, the Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer at HBT Marketing, and the author of the multi-award-winning Using Behavioral Science in Marketing.  She's helped brands...Howie Chanfull4199falseIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Nancy Harhut, the Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer at HBT Marketing, and the author of the multi-award-winning Using Behavioral Science in Marketing.  She's helped brands like AT&T, Bank of America, Nationwide, and Dell use behavioral science to drive revenue. They delve into  the surprising ways human behavior actually works and how you can use it to influence ethically and effectively, whether you work with B2B or B2C. Nancy provides five easy-to-implement tactics people can use to instantly start taking advantage of behavioral science in their business,  a unique filter to help you choose the testimonials that will make the most difference, and research-backed email marketing tactics that will lead to real results. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00 Behavioral science principles really do work 0:09:17 Debunking myths in B2B marketing 0:16:00 How to apply behavioral science tactics in B2B 0:23:34 The benefits of keeping it simple and honest 0:34:25 Five game-changing tactics to implement today 0:48:08 The need for testing and reworking solutions 0:54:22 Influence styles and imperfect testimonials 1:02:27 Research-backed email tactics for real results From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn X Instagram Get the book, Using Behavioral Science in Marketing. Catch up with my conversation with “The Godfather of Influence”, Dr. Robert Cialdini. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Neuromarketing Expert: Why Even Your Most Motivated Customers Are Bailing (and What To Do About It)In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Roger Dooley,  one of the sharpest minds in behavioral science and marketing, and the author of Friction and Brainfluence. They delve into how to use effort, or the lack of it, as a weapon of influence. Roger provides ways for small businesses and solopreneurs to use AI and behavioral science principles to help them with their businesses. He also shares why even your most motivated customers will bail on you and what to do about it, as well as what every business gets wrong about the power of friction, from healthcare to e-commerce. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00 Dogs, low effort, and principles of influence 0:10:19 Friction and the Persuasion Slide framework 0:20:31 How to use AI to get a leg up in your business 0:30:20 Improve emotional decisions and communication 0:42:39 Reducing friction, the IKEA effect, and Hook Model 0:47:02 The  democratization of neuromarketing tools From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube X Facebook Instagram Get the books, Friction, Brainfluence, and The Persuasion Slide. Listen to Roger's podcast Brainfluence. Here's the AI Eye Tracking Simulator Roger mentions. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.ac73246386c30a8d37dacedc111a60dc4726c4fcTue, 13 Jan 2026 10:30:00 -0000Howie ChanIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Roger Dooley,  one of the sharpest minds in behavioral science and marketing, and the author of Friction and Brainfluence. They delve into how to use effort, or the lack of it, as a weapon of influence.

Roger provides ways for small businesses and solopreneurs to use AI and behavioral science principles to help them with their businesses. He also shares why even your most motivated customers will bail on you and what to do about it, as well as what every business gets wrong about the power of friction, from healthcare to e-commerce.


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0:00:00 Dogs, low effort, and principles of influence

0:10:19 Friction and the Persuasion Slide framework

0:20:31 How to use AI to get a leg up in your business

0:30:20 Improve emotional decisions and communication

0:42:39 Reducing friction, the IKEA effect, and Hook Model

0:47:02 The  democratization of neuromarketing tools

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]]>Neuromarketing Expert: Why Even Your Most Motivated Customers Are Bailing (and What To Do About It)In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Roger Dooley,  one of the sharpest minds in behavioral science and marketing, and the author of Friction and Brainfluence. They delve into how to use effort, or the lack of it...Howie Chanfull3178falseIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Roger Dooley,  one of the sharpest minds in behavioral science and marketing, and the author of Friction and Brainfluence. They delve into how to use effort, or the lack of it, as a weapon of influence. Roger provides ways for small businesses and solopreneurs to use AI and behavioral science principles to help them with their businesses. He also shares why even your most motivated customers will bail on you and what to do about it, as well as what every business gets wrong about the power of friction, from healthcare to e-commerce. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00 Dogs, low effort, and principles of influence 0:10:19 Friction and the Persuasion Slide framework 0:20:31 How to use AI to get a leg up in your business 0:30:20 Improve emotional decisions and communication 0:42:39 Reducing friction, the IKEA effect, and Hook Model 0:47:02 The  democratization of neuromarketing tools From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube X Facebook Instagram Get the books, Friction, Brainfluence, and The Persuasion Slide. Listen to Roger's podcast Brainfluence. Here's the AI Eye Tracking Simulator Roger mentions. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Award-Winning Neuroscientist on Peak Performance: The Hidden Systems Driving Your BehaviorIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Dr. Brynn Winegard,  an award-winning neuroscientist, a former Fortune 500 marketing executive, and author of The Working Brain. Her specialty is translating complex neuroscience into practical performance strategies so you can lead, sell, and communicate better than your biology wants you to.  They delve into  how your outdated wiring sabotages your impact, and exactly how to reprogram it. Dr. Brynn provides key neuroscience insights that will have you changing your schedule right away. She shares how decisions are really made, what  the actual prime time of our brain is, how to optimize your performance, a framework  to enact our best selves, and science-backed tips for successful influence. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00 How Dr. Brynn runs a sugar-free household 0:05:24 The surprising neuroscience of decision-making 0:13:14 How to use your brain to be better 0:21:30 Peak performance and the miracle morning 0:27:32 How Dr. Brynn optimizes her workday performance 0:41:27 Debunking brain myths and misconceptions 0:45:19 The MERIT framework  to enact our best selves 0:58:05 Neuroscience insights for effective influence 1:08:51 Call to action: own and influence your thoughts From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube Instagram Get the book, The Working Brain. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.2d62a314a3a125ed47081ce2ad81199c14a72182Tue, 06 Jan 2026 10:30:00 -0000Howie ChanIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Dr. Brynn Winegard,  an award-winning neuroscientist, a former Fortune 500 marketing executive, and author of The Working Brain. Her specialty is translating complex neuroscience into practical performance strategies so you can lead, sell, and communicate better than your biology wants you to. 

They delve into  how your outdated wiring sabotages your impact, and exactly how to reprogram it.

Dr. Brynn provides key neuroscience insights that will have you changing your schedule right away. She shares how decisions are really made, what  the actual prime time of our brain is, how to optimize your performance, a framework  to enact our best selves, and science-backed tips for successful influence.


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Episode Breakdown:

0:00:00 How Dr. Brynn runs a sugar-free household

0:05:24 The surprising neuroscience of decision-making

0:13:14 How to use your brain to be better

0:21:30 Peak performance and the miracle morning

0:27:32 How Dr. Brynn optimizes her workday performance

0:41:27 Debunking brain myths and misconceptions

0:45:19 The MERIT framework  to enact our best selves

0:58:05 Neuroscience insights for effective influence

1:08:51 Call to action: own and influence your thoughts


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]]>Award-Winning Neuroscientist on Peak Performance: The Hidden Systems Driving Your BehaviorIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Dr. Brynn Winegard,  an award-winning neuroscientist, a former Fortune 500 marketing executive, and author of The Working Brain. Her specialty is translating complex neuroscie...Howie Chanfull4443falseIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Dr. Brynn Winegard,  an award-winning neuroscientist, a former Fortune 500 marketing executive, and author of The Working Brain. Her specialty is translating complex neuroscience into practical performance strategies so you can lead, sell, and communicate better than your biology wants you to.  They delve into  how your outdated wiring sabotages your impact, and exactly how to reprogram it. Dr. Brynn provides key neuroscience insights that will have you changing your schedule right away. She shares how decisions are really made, what  the actual prime time of our brain is, how to optimize your performance, a framework  to enact our best selves, and science-backed tips for successful influence. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00 How Dr. Brynn runs a sugar-free household 0:05:24 The surprising neuroscience of decision-making 0:13:14 How to use your brain to be better 0:21:30 Peak performance and the miracle morning 0:27:32 How Dr. Brynn optimizes her workday performance 0:41:27 Debunking brain myths and misconceptions 0:45:19 The MERIT framework  to enact our best selves 0:58:05 Neuroscience insights for effective influence 1:08:51 Call to action: own and influence your thoughts From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube Instagram Get the book, The Working Brain. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.The Psychological Trap You Fall Into 100 Times a Day (And How You Can Use It with the 3Cs Framework)In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan simplifies powerful ideas from psychology, behavioral science, and world experts into a playbook you can apply to influence yourself and others and create extraordinary success. He delves into  the first and most critical step of influencing anyone: getting someone to pay attention. Howie shares how to grab attention like the best marketers in the game without manipulation or gimmicks. He covers what curiosity really is, how your brain reacts to open loops, and how leaders can use this to connect, convert, and communicate more powerfully with the 3C's framework. Episode Breakdown: 00:00 The  Zeigarnik effect 09:42 Contextual curiosity 12:33 Cognitive dissonance 13:59 Completion bias From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.4bd920aff2820384a8ca970397f1cb9801d3bc93Tue, 30 Dec 2025 10:30:00 -0000Howie ChanIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan simplifies powerful ideas from psychology, behavioral science, and world experts into a playbook you can apply to influence yourself and others and create extraordinary success. He delves into  the first and most critical step of influencing anyone: getting someone to pay attention.


Howie shares how to grab attention like the best marketers in the game without manipulation or gimmicks. He covers what curiosity really is, how your brain reacts to open loops, and how leaders can use this to connect, convert, and communicate more powerfully with the 3C's framework.

Episode Breakdown:

00:00 The  Zeigarnik effect

09:42 Contextual curiosity

12:33 Cognitive dissonance

13:59 Completion bias


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]]>The Psychological Trap You Fall Into 100 Times a Day (And How You Can Use It with the 3Cs Framework)In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan simplifies powerful ideas from psychology, behavioral science, and world experts into a playbook you can apply to influence yourself and others and create extraordinary success. He delve...Howie Chanfull1070falseIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan simplifies powerful ideas from psychology, behavioral science, and world experts into a playbook you can apply to influence yourself and others and create extraordinary success. He delves into  the first and most critical step of influencing anyone: getting someone to pay attention. Howie shares how to grab attention like the best marketers in the game without manipulation or gimmicks. He covers what curiosity really is, how your brain reacts to open loops, and how leaders can use this to connect, convert, and communicate more powerfully with the 3C's framework. Episode Breakdown: 00:00 The  Zeigarnik effect 09:42 Contextual curiosity 12:33 Cognitive dissonance 13:59 Completion bias From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Evolutionary Psychologist: “Sex, Status, and Survival” The Hidden Drivers of Human BehaviorIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Dr. Douglas Kenrick,  an evolutionary psychologist and professor at Arizona State University, who has also worked with Dr. Robert Cialdini, the godfather of influence, over the years. They delve into  the primal forces behind decision-making and the underlying reason why we do what we do. Dr. Kenrick provides the basic structure of evolved human motives and how to use them, along with the 7 principles of influence, to persuade others more effectively. He also shares a way to enjoy your work more and how you don't need to be dominant and aggressive to be a good leader. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00 Kenrick’s redemption and early academic path 0:08:17  The controversial evolutionary psychology 0:17:00 The primal forces behind our decisions 0:23:23 Solving for ancient problems in modern times 0:25:15 Prestige-based vs. dominance-based leadership 0:30:25 How our ancient motives affect our influence 0:41:40 Sex, Murder, and the Meaning of Life insights From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn X Get the books, Solving Modern Problems with a Stone-Age Brain, The Rational Animal, and Sex, Murder, and the Meaning of Life. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.22d61aab3c3795cd70c052a0b1b3e7c332abcad5Tue, 23 Dec 2025 10:30:00 -0000Howie ChanIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Dr. Douglas Kenrick,  an evolutionary psychologist and professor at Arizona State University, who has also worked with Dr. Robert Cialdini, the godfather of influence, over the years.

They delve into  the primal forces behind decision-making and the underlying reason why we do what we do.

Dr. Kenrick provides the basic structure of evolved human motives and how to use them, along with the 7 principles of influence, to persuade others more effectively. He also shares a way to enjoy your work more and how you don't need to be dominant and aggressive to be a good leader.


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Episode Breakdown:

0:00:00 Kenrick’s redemption and early academic path

0:08:17  The controversial evolutionary psychology

0:17:00 The primal forces behind our decisions

0:23:23 Solving for ancient problems in modern times

0:25:15 Prestige-based vs. dominance-based leadership

0:30:25 How our ancient motives affect our influence

0:41:40 Sex, Murder, and the Meaning of Life insights


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Website

LinkedIn

X


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]]>Evolutionary Psychologist: “Sex, Status, and Survival” The Hidden Drivers of Human BehaviorIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Dr. Douglas Kenrick,  an evolutionary psychologist and professor at Arizona State University, who has also worked with Dr. Robert Cialdini, the godfather of influence, over th...Howie Chanfull2918falseIn this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Dr. Douglas Kenrick,  an evolutionary psychologist and professor at Arizona State University, who has also worked with Dr. Robert Cialdini, the godfather of influence, over the years. They delve into  the primal forces behind decision-making and the underlying reason why we do what we do. Dr. Kenrick provides the basic structure of evolved human motives and how to use them, along with the 7 principles of influence, to persuade others more effectively. He also shares a way to enjoy your work more and how you don't need to be dominant and aggressive to be a good leader. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00 Kenrick’s redemption and early academic path 0:08:17  The controversial evolutionary psychology 0:17:00 The primal forces behind our decisions 0:23:23 Solving for ancient problems in modern times 0:25:15 Prestige-based vs. dominance-based leadership 0:30:25 How our ancient motives affect our influence 0:41:40 Sex, Murder, and the Meaning of Life insights From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn X Get the books, Solving Modern Problems with a Stone-Age Brain, The Rational Animal, and Sex, Murder, and the Meaning of Life. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Neuroscientist to the Forbes CMO Council: This is Actually Where 90% of Buying Decisions Happen!How Can I help you? In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Pranav Yadav, the CEO of Neuro-Insight,  a Forbes 30 under 30 recipient, and a neuroscience advisor to the Forbes CMO Council. At Neuro-Insight,  he helps brands decode what actually influences people by measuring subconscious brain activity to see what drives memory, emotion, and action. They delve into  subconscious storytelling, memory encoding, and why language is the least interesting part of communication. Pranav shares practical neuroscience insights not only into how our memories are created, but into how they actually influence our decisions. He also provides a framework for behavior change and what people and brands can do to become more memorable. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00  Where the root of all marketing starts 0:05:04 Subconscious: look for data in the right place 0:11:46 How Neuro-Insight measures subconscious responses 0:15:24 Memory encoding and the drivers of memory creation 0:21:50 Recall debunked: how memories really inform decisions 0:27:11 What brands can do to become more memorable 0:35:09 Priming: How Neuro-Insight is uniquely positioned to study it 0:40:50 Three fundamental principles of behavior change 0:47:10 Why climate change communications are failing 0:56:30 Three fundamentals of being remembered From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.9d6a8986a99d7d2c9cadf9047828e4b15f06498fTue, 16 Dec 2025 10:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Pranav Yadav, the CEO of Neuro-Insight,  a Forbes 30 under 30 recipient, and a neuroscience advisor to the Forbes CMO Council. At Neuro-Insight,  he helps brands decode what actually influences people by measuring subconscious brain activity to see what drives memory, emotion, and action.

They delve into  subconscious storytelling, memory encoding, and why language is the least interesting part of communication.

Pranav shares practical neuroscience insights not only into how our memories are created, but into how they actually influence our decisions. He also provides a framework for behavior change and what people and brands can do to become more memorable.


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Episode Breakdown:

0:00:00  Where the root of all marketing starts

0:05:04 Subconscious: look for data in the right place

0:11:46 How Neuro-Insight measures subconscious responses

0:15:24 Memory encoding and the drivers of memory creation

0:21:50 Recall debunked: how memories really inform decisions

0:27:11 What brands can do to become more memorable

0:35:09 Priming: How Neuro-Insight is uniquely positioned to study it

0:40:50 Three fundamental principles of behavior change

0:47:10 Why climate change communications are failing

0:56:30 Three fundamentals of being remembered


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LinkedIn


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]]>Neuroscientist to the Forbes CMO Council: This is Actually Where 90% of Buying Decisions Happen!How Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Pranav Y...Howie Chanfull3625falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Pranav Yadav, the CEO of Neuro-Insight,  a Forbes 30 under 30 recipient, and a neuroscience advisor to the Forbes CMO Council. At Neuro-Insight,  he helps brands decode what actually influences people by measuring subconscious brain activity to see what drives memory, emotion, and action. They delve into  subconscious storytelling, memory encoding, and why language is the least interesting part of communication. Pranav shares practical neuroscience insights not only into how our memories are created, but into how they actually influence our decisions. He also provides a framework for behavior change and what people and brands can do to become more memorable. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00  Where the root of all marketing starts 0:05:04 Subconscious: look for data in the right place 0:11:46 How Neuro-Insight measures subconscious responses 0:15:24 Memory encoding and the drivers of memory creation 0:21:50 Recall debunked: how memories really inform decisions 0:27:11 What brands can do to become more memorable 0:35:09 Priming: How Neuro-Insight is uniquely positioned to study it 0:40:50 Three fundamental principles of behavior change 0:47:10 Why climate change communications are failing 0:56:30 Three fundamentals of being remembered From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.7-Fig Personal Brand Strategist: 3 Steps To Build a Brand Rooted in Who You're Becoming (Not Just What You're Selling)How Can I help you? In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Mike Kim,  a top personal branding expert and bestselling author of You Are the Brand. He's helped seven and eight-figure entrepreneurs, like Donald Miller and John Maxwell, build influence without losing integrity. They delve into how to build a brand where people come to you and seek your guidance, and that's rooted in who you're becoming, not just what you're selling. Mike provides his 3-step framework for building a winning, authentic personal brand, tips on how to start putting yourself out there, insights into his more famous clients, and a simple practice that's made him happier and more resilient. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00 A journey of transformation and deep honesty 0:08:36 Personal vs. corporate brand misconceptions 0:11:13 Insights into seven and eight-figure entrepreneurs 0:14:25 Not everyone has what it takes, do you? 0:20:13 Your only real advantage in the age of AI 0:27:57 The framework to unlock your voice and brand 0:36:38 Put yourself out there and be willing to suck 0:47:02 How to get started creating content 0:51:06 The line between authenticity and transparency 1:02:34 Building your personal brand while still employed 1:07:26 Signature assets and the power of familiarity 1:09:22 Evolution, self-compassion, and the Five Minute Journal From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube Instagram Get the books, You Are The Brand and Own Your Brand, Own Your Career. Listen to the You Are The Brand Podcast. Watch Mike's mom reacting to Mike's book for the very first time here. Listen to Mike's podcast episode on reconciling his relationship with his father. Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.74afff51917f41ec9131b743222adfc9c2475740Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Mike Kim,  a top personal branding expert and bestselling author of You Are the Brand. He's helped seven and eight-figure entrepreneurs, like Donald Miller and John Maxwell, build influence without losing integrity.


They delve into how to build a brand where people come to you and seek your guidance, and that's rooted in who you're becoming, not just what you're selling. Mike provides his 3-step framework for building a winning, authentic personal brand, tips on how to start putting yourself out there, insights into his more famous clients, and a simple practice that's made him happier and more resilient.


Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans?

Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course.


Episode Breakdown:

0:00:00 A journey of transformation and deep honesty

0:08:36 Personal vs. corporate brand misconceptions

0:11:13 Insights into seven and eight-figure entrepreneurs

0:14:25 Not everyone has what it takes, do you?

0:20:13 Your only real advantage in the age of AI

0:27:57 The framework to unlock your voice and brand

0:36:38 Put yourself out there and be willing to suck

0:47:02 How to get started creating content

0:51:06 The line between authenticity and transparency

1:02:34 Building your personal brand while still employed

1:07:26 Signature assets and the power of familiarity

1:09:22 Evolution, self-compassion, and the Five Minute Journal


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

Youtube

Instagram

Get the books, You Are The Brand and Own Your Brand, Own Your Career.

Listen to the You Are The Brand Podcast.

Watch Mike's mom reacting to Mike's book for the very first time here.

Listen to Mike's podcast episode on reconciling his relationship with his father.


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]]>7-Fig Personal Brand Strategist: 3 Steps To Build a Brand Rooted in Who You're Becoming (Not Just What You're Selling)How Can I help you? I (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282)n this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Mike Kim,...Howie Chanfull4476falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Mike Kim,  a top personal branding expert and bestselling author of You Are the Brand. He's helped seven and eight-figure entrepreneurs, like Donald Miller and John Maxwell, build influence without losing integrity. They delve into how to build a brand where people come to you and seek your guidance, and that's rooted in who you're becoming, not just what you're selling. Mike provides his 3-step framework for building a winning, authentic personal brand, tips on how to start putting yourself out there, insights into his more famous clients, and a simple practice that's made him happier and more resilient. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00 A journey of transformation and deep honesty 0:08:36 Personal vs. corporate brand misconceptions 0:11:13 Insights into seven and eight-figure entrepreneurs 0:14:25 Not everyone has what it takes, do you? 0:20:13 Your only real advantage in the age of AI 0:27:57 The framework to unlock your voice and brand 0:36:38 Put yourself out there and be willing to suck 0:47:02 How to get started creating content 0:51:06 The line between authenticity and transparency 1:02:34 Building your personal brand while still employed 1:07:26 Signature assets and the power of familiarity 1:09:22 Evolution, self-compassion, and the Five Minute Journal From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube Instagram Get the books, You Are The Brand and Own Your Brand, Own Your Career. Listen to the You Are The Brand Podcast. Watch Mike's mom reacting to Mike's book for the very first time here. Listen to Mike's podcast episode on reconciling his relationship with his father. Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.The Behavioring OS: Why People Really Say "Yes" and How You Can Influence Human BehaviorHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan simplifies powerful ideas from psychology, behavioral science, and world experts into a playbook you can apply to influence yourself and others and create extraordinary success. He delves into the Behavioring Operating System, a framework to  influence human behavior intentionally, ethically, and effectively. Howie provides the six P.R.I.M.A.L. truths of human behavior, the five levers of influence – external, internal, emotional, rational, and relational –, and five questions to ask yourself before applying each of them. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00 The importance of influencing with ethics 0:05:56 The P.R.I.M.A.L. truths of human behavior 0:09:43 The 5 levers of the Behavioring OS 0:18:08 Ask yourself this before influencing From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.a00d879fe62ee6fa428210ae9a4f2772ba7035c5Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan simplifies powerful ideas from psychology, behavioral science, and world experts into a playbook you can apply to influence yourself and others and create extraordinary success.


He delves into the Behavioring Operating System, a framework to  influence human behavior intentionally, ethically, and effectively. Howie provides the six P.R.I.M.A.L. truths of human behavior, the five levers of influence – external, internal, emotional, rational, and relational –, and five questions to ask yourself before applying each of them.


Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans?

Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course.


Episode Breakdown:

0:00:00 The importance of influencing with ethics

0:05:56 The P.R.I.M.A.L. truths of human behavior

0:09:43 The 5 levers of the Behavioring OS

0:18:08 Ask yourself this before influencing


From Me:

Website

LinkedIn

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]]>The Behavioring OS: Why People Really Say "Yes" and How You Can Influence Human BehaviorHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282)In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan simplifies powerful i...Howie Chanfull1260falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan simplifies powerful ideas from psychology, behavioral science, and world experts into a playbook you can apply to influence yourself and others and create extraordinary success. He delves into the Behavioring Operating System, a framework to  influence human behavior intentionally, ethically, and effectively. Howie provides the six P.R.I.M.A.L. truths of human behavior, the five levers of influence – external, internal, emotional, rational, and relational –, and five questions to ask yourself before applying each of them. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00 The importance of influencing with ethics 0:05:56 The P.R.I.M.A.L. truths of human behavior 0:09:43 The 5 levers of the Behavioring OS 0:18:08 Ask yourself this before influencing From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.The Man Behind $2M in Creator Revenue: The One Influence Advantage AI Can’t ReplaceHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Jay Clouse. The founder of Creator Science has been helping creators earn trust at scale for over 8 years. He has a successful podcast, newsletter, and community. He has taught over 10,000 students how to be creators and has helped big names such as Pat Flynn and Ali Abdaal. They delve into the ins and outs of building and maintaining trust, what that looks like in practice for creators, and how they can avoid the biggest pitfalls in their way. Jay provides a framework with the 4 traits that signal to others you're trustworthy, a winning formula for uniquely attacking a large market successfully, and the secret behind how he got Seth Godin and James Clear as the first two guests on his podcast. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00 Personal brand and what makes you influential 0:05:17 What transparency in branding really means 0:15:31 The four major traits that earn trust 0:20:48 Optimizing for revenue vs. trust and influence 0:31:04 Why most creators fail 0:34:02 How to craft a premise to target a large market 0:39:09 The importance of talking to your customers 0:43:52 How Jay has been landing high-profile podcast guests from the 1st episode 0:51:43 Jay's strategy for who is starting now as a creator 0:57:31 A letter to Jay Clouse’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube X Facebook Instagram Listen to Jay Clouse's podcast, Creator Science. Catch up on my interview with “The Godfather of Influence” himself, Dr. Robert Cialdini. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.82f6bb12e8711a78959d6bfe146cf34396cfe19cTue, 25 Nov 2025 10:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Jay Clouse. The founder of Creator Science has been helping creators earn trust at scale for over 8 years. He has a successful podcast, newsletter, and community. He has taught over 10,000 students how to be creators and has helped big names such as Pat Flynn and Ali Abdaal.


They delve into the ins and outs of building and maintaining trust, what that looks like in practice for creators, and how they can avoid the biggest pitfalls in their way.


Jay provides a framework with the 4 traits that signal to others you're trustworthy, a winning formula for uniquely attacking a large market successfully, and the secret behind how he got Seth Godin and James Clear as the first two guests on his podcast.


Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans?

Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course.


Episode Breakdown:

0:00:00 Personal brand and what makes you influential

0:05:17 What transparency in branding really means

0:15:31 The four major traits that earn trust

0:20:48 Optimizing for revenue vs. trust and influence

0:31:04 Why most creators fail

0:34:02 How to craft a premise to target a large market

0:39:09 The importance of talking to your customers

0:43:52 How Jay has been landing high-profile podcast guests from the 1st episode

0:51:43 Jay's strategy for who is starting now as a creator

0:57:31 A letter to Jay Clouse’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

Youtube

X

Facebook

Instagram

Listen to Jay Clouse's podcast, Creator Science.

Catch up on my interview with “The Godfather of Influence” himself, Dr. Robert Cialdini.


Get people to buy into your ideas and offers!

Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own.

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]]>The Man Behind $2M in Creator Revenue: The One Influence Advantage AI Can’t ReplaceHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282)In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Jay Clouse...Howie Chanfull3632falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Jay Clouse. The founder of Creator Science has been helping creators earn trust at scale for over 8 years. He has a successful podcast, newsletter, and community. He has taught over 10,000 students how to be creators and has helped big names such as Pat Flynn and Ali Abdaal. They delve into the ins and outs of building and maintaining trust, what that looks like in practice for creators, and how they can avoid the biggest pitfalls in their way. Jay provides a framework with the 4 traits that signal to others you're trustworthy, a winning formula for uniquely attacking a large market successfully, and the secret behind how he got Seth Godin and James Clear as the first two guests on his podcast. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00 Personal brand and what makes you influential 0:05:17 What transparency in branding really means 0:15:31 The four major traits that earn trust 0:20:48 Optimizing for revenue vs. trust and influence 0:31:04 Why most creators fail 0:34:02 How to craft a premise to target a large market 0:39:09 The importance of talking to your customers 0:43:52 How Jay has been landing high-profile podcast guests from the 1st episode 0:51:43 Jay's strategy for who is starting now as a creator 0:57:31 A letter to Jay Clouse’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube X Facebook Instagram Listen to Jay Clouse's podcast, Creator Science. Catch up on my interview with “The Godfather of Influence” himself, Dr. Robert Cialdini. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.UK's #1 Marketing Podcast Host: The Halo Effect & How Small Changes Can Drive Massive ResultsHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Phill Agnew, host of the UK's #1 Marketing Podcast, Nudge. He is a true master at turning behavioral science into simple marketing tactics. They delve into the real science of influence and discuss the most impactful strategies to get people to do what you want – ethically, of course. Phill debunks one of the most widely discussed behavioral science effects and shares the right conditions where tiny tweaks can drive massive action. He also provides the keys to creating a fantastic business and three easy nudges that can help you change your own behavior. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00 The origins of Nudge, the UK's #1 Marketing Podcast 0:06:14 Costly signaling, halo effect, and missed opportunities 0:14:42 The experiment that took Phill by surprise 0:23:10 The famous principle Phill calls BS on 0:32:00 How to make content highly valuable 0:46:43 Easy nudges to change your own behavior 0:54:37 The game-changing newness and sameness principle 1:00:27 The future of human behavior and 7 unchanging truths 1:05:18 A letter to Phill Agnew’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn X Youtube Listen to the podcast, Nudge Podcast. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.ceb0c34275f21d748a539666b836d363c3ef6cf3Tue, 18 Nov 2025 10:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Phill Agnew, host of the UK's #1 Marketing Podcast, Nudge. He is a true master at turning behavioral science into simple marketing tactics.

They delve into the real science of influence and discuss the most impactful strategies to get people to do what you want – ethically, of course.

Phill debunks one of the most widely discussed behavioral science effects and shares the right conditions where tiny tweaks can drive massive action. He also provides the keys to creating a fantastic business and three easy nudges that can help you change your own behavior.


Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans?

Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course.


Episode Breakdown:

0:00:00 The origins of Nudge, the UK's #1 Marketing Podcast

0:06:14 Costly signaling, halo effect, and missed opportunities

0:14:42 The experiment that took Phill by surprise

0:23:10 The famous principle Phill calls BS on

0:32:00 How to make content highly valuable

0:46:43 Easy nudges to change your own behavior

0:54:37 The game-changing newness and sameness principle

1:00:27 The future of human behavior and 7 unchanging truths

1:05:18 A letter to Phill Agnew’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

X

Youtube

Listen to the podcast, Nudge Podcast.


Get people to buy into your ideas and offers!

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]]>UK's #1 Marketing Podcast Host: The Halo Effect & How Small Changes Can Drive Massive ResultsHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Phill Ag...Howie Chanfull4104falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Phill Agnew, host of the UK's #1 Marketing Podcast, Nudge. He is a true master at turning behavioral science into simple marketing tactics. They delve into the real science of influence and discuss the most impactful strategies to get people to do what you want – ethically, of course. Phill debunks one of the most widely discussed behavioral science effects and shares the right conditions where tiny tweaks can drive massive action. He also provides the keys to creating a fantastic business and three easy nudges that can help you change your own behavior. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Episode Breakdown: 0:00:00 The origins of Nudge, the UK's #1 Marketing Podcast 0:06:14 Costly signaling, halo effect, and missed opportunities 0:14:42 The experiment that took Phill by surprise 0:23:10 The famous principle Phill calls BS on 0:32:00 How to make content highly valuable 0:46:43 Easy nudges to change your own behavior 0:54:37 The game-changing newness and sameness principle 1:00:27 The future of human behavior and 7 unchanging truths 1:05:18 A letter to Phill Agnew’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn X Youtube Listen to the podcast, Nudge Podcast. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Ex-Navy SEAL Commander: THIS Is Who You Are When Sh*t Hits The FanHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan sits down with former Navy SEAL and best-selling author Rich Diviney, a leader in human performance and elite team development. Known for his expertise in decoding human truth, Rich shares powerful insights on how attributes, not just skills, determine our success in high-stress, uncertain situations. Rich explains how mastering your internal world unlocks your ability to influence others, and most of all, yourself. He dives deep into the neuroscience of fear, the myth of "reaching your potential," and the everyday tactics that high performers use to thrive amid chaos. You’ll learn how elite SEAL teams select candidates based on qualities, not capabilities, why humor is a survival mechanism, and how you can train yourself to manage anxiety and fear like a combat veteran. Want to influence behavior and lead in uncertain times? This conversation will reshape how you view performance, growth, and the core attributes that matter most. Episode Breakdown: 01:47 The real reason behind the Navy SEAL 300lb telephone pole training  03:39 The unconventional swim test that revealed true SEAL potential 04:50 How attributes differ from skills and why they matter 06:59 Why the Attributes Assessment wins where personality tests fail 10:37 Neuroplasticity and what it takes to change your attributes 15:57 Mastering uncertainty: one of the most important human skills 18:20 How Navy SEALs navigate real-life chaos 21:06 The neuroscience of fear and anxiety, and how to stop them from taking over 28:12 The Navy SEAL secret to make fear go away (or take a back seat) 33:14 "Chocolate-glazed donuts" and the power of humor in stressful situations 36:25 How to practice shifting horizons (even in your everyday life) 43:04 The mantra behind successful skill acquisition 45:06 Hiring for unique attributes over skills for high-performing teams 49:04 The reframe that will allow you to expedite your development 51:53 A letter to Rich Diviney’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube Take Rich’s free attribute assessment here: https://hub.theattributes.com/ Get the books, The Attributes and Masters of Uncertainty. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.9e55e7830d32441fc01fbb48441468ee14746d4fTue, 11 Nov 2025 10:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan sits down with former Navy SEAL and best-selling author Rich Diviney, a leader in human performance and elite team development. Known for his expertise in decoding human truth, Rich shares powerful insights on how attributes, not just skills, determine our success in high-stress, uncertain situations.

Rich explains how mastering your internal world unlocks your ability to influence others, and most of all, yourself. He dives deep into the neuroscience of fear, the myth of "reaching your potential," and the everyday tactics that high performers use to thrive amid chaos.

You’ll learn how elite SEAL teams select candidates based on qualities, not capabilities, why humor is a survival mechanism, and how you can train yourself to manage anxiety and fear like a combat veteran.

Want to influence behavior and lead in uncertain times? This conversation will reshape how you view performance, growth, and the core attributes that matter most.


Episode Breakdown:

01:47 The real reason behind the Navy SEAL 300lb telephone pole training 

03:39 The unconventional swim test that revealed true SEAL potential

04:50 How attributes differ from skills and why they matter

06:59 Why the Attributes Assessment wins where personality tests fail

10:37 Neuroplasticity and what it takes to change your attributes

15:57 Mastering uncertainty: one of the most important human skills

18:20 How Navy SEALs navigate real-life chaos

21:06 The neuroscience of fear and anxiety, and how to stop them from taking over

28:12 The Navy SEAL secret to make fear go away (or take a back seat)

33:14 "Chocolate-glazed donuts" and the power of humor in stressful situations

36:25 How to practice shifting horizons (even in your everyday life)

43:04 The mantra behind successful skill acquisition

45:06 Hiring for unique attributes over skills for high-performing teams

49:04 The reframe that will allow you to expedite your development

51:53 A letter to Rich Diviney’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

Youtube

Take Rich’s free attribute assessment here: https://hub.theattributes.com/

Get the books, The Attributes and Masters of Uncertainty.


Get people to buy into your ideas and offers!

Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter.

📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub

Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review!

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]]>Ex-Navy SEAL Commander: THIS Is Who You Are When Sh*t Hits The FanHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan sits down with form...Howie Chanfull3285falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan sits down with former Navy SEAL and best-selling author Rich Diviney, a leader in human performance and elite team development. Known for his expertise in decoding human truth, Rich shares powerful insights on how attributes, not just skills, determine our success in high-stress, uncertain situations. Rich explains how mastering your internal world unlocks your ability to influence others, and most of all, yourself. He dives deep into the neuroscience of fear, the myth of "reaching your potential," and the everyday tactics that high performers use to thrive amid chaos. You’ll learn how elite SEAL teams select candidates based on qualities, not capabilities, why humor is a survival mechanism, and how you can train yourself to manage anxiety and fear like a combat veteran. Want to influence behavior and lead in uncertain times? This conversation will reshape how you view performance, growth, and the core attributes that matter most. Episode Breakdown: 01:47 The real reason behind the Navy SEAL 300lb telephone pole training  03:39 The unconventional swim test that revealed true SEAL potential 04:50 How attributes differ from skills and why they matter 06:59 Why the Attributes Assessment wins where personality tests fail 10:37 Neuroplasticity and what it takes to change your attributes 15:57 Mastering uncertainty: one of the most important human skills 18:20 How Navy SEALs navigate real-life chaos 21:06 The neuroscience of fear and anxiety, and how to stop them from taking over 28:12 The Navy SEAL secret to make fear go away (or take a back seat) 33:14 "Chocolate-glazed donuts" and the power of humor in stressful situations 36:25 How to practice shifting horizons (even in your everyday life) 43:04 The mantra behind successful skill acquisition 45:06 Hiring for unique attributes over skills for high-performing teams 49:04 The reframe that will allow you to expedite your development 51:53 A letter to Rich Diviney’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube Take Rich’s free attribute assessment here: https://hub.theattributes.com/ Get the books, The Attributes and Masters of Uncertainty. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.The Hard Truth about Niching Down & How to Use Behavioral Science to Pick a Niche that Builds TractionHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan simplifies powerful ideas from psychology, behavioral science, and world experts into a playbook you can apply to influence yourself and others and create extraordinary success. He delves into one of the most emotionally charged, yet often missed and misunderstood, concepts in business: niching down. Howie clarifies what a niche really is, shares the three human truths that drive your resistance, and provides a framework called the Beachhead Commitment to help you choose your first profitable niche without overthinking. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Episode Breakdown: 03:01 A simple way to think about a niche 07:33 The 3 human truths that stop us from picking a niche 13:04 The power of niching down 15:51 The Beachhead Commitment framework 24:28 What you need to keep in mind From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.5703f43a4286f68b97590ceea6c4807aed3de9ebTue, 04 Nov 2025 13:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan simplifies powerful ideas from psychology, behavioral science, and world experts into a playbook you can apply to influence yourself and others and create extraordinary success. He delves into one of the most emotionally charged, yet often missed and misunderstood, concepts in business: niching down.


Howie clarifies what a niche really is, shares the three human truths that drive your resistance, and provides a framework called the Beachhead Commitment to help you choose your first profitable niche without overthinking.


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03:01 A simple way to think about a niche

07:33 The 3 human truths that stop us from picking a niche

13:04 The power of niching down

15:51 The Beachhead Commitment framework

24:28 What you need to keep in mind

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Website

LinkedIn

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]]>The Hard Truth about Niching Down & How to Use Behavioral Science to Pick a Niche that Builds TractionHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282)In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan simplifies powerful i...Howie Chanfull1554falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan simplifies powerful ideas from psychology, behavioral science, and world experts into a playbook you can apply to influence yourself and others and create extraordinary success. He delves into one of the most emotionally charged, yet often missed and misunderstood, concepts in business: niching down. Howie clarifies what a niche really is, shares the three human truths that drive your resistance, and provides a framework called the Beachhead Commitment to help you choose your first profitable niche without overthinking. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for the Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Episode Breakdown: 03:01 A simple way to think about a niche 07:33 The 3 human truths that stop us from picking a niche 13:04 The power of niching down 15:51 The Beachhead Commitment framework 24:28 What you need to keep in mind From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.CEO of The American Negotiation Institute Reveals Negotiation Principles Apple, Google & NASA Paid to LearnHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Kwame Christian,  one of the world's leading voices on negotiation and difficult conversations. He's the founder and CEO of the American Negotiation Institute. He's a bestselling author and the host of the #1 Negotiation podcast in the world, Negotiate Anything. They delve into the negotiations that matter most. That may have you thinking of boardrooms and big deals, but the hardest and most important negotiations we'll ever face are happening in our daily lives, with ourselves and  at home. Kwame shares how he coaches himself to consistently take his life to the next level, how you can set your negotiation up for success before it starts, the powerful Compassionate Curiosity Framework, and the key to success in the world. Episode Breakdown: 01:58 The freedom of humility and Kwame's family legacy 05:23 Step 1 to negotiating with yourself 07:11 How Kwame uses journaling to coach himself and hyper-optimize his life 12:13 A way to reprogram your mind once you recognize an undesirable pattern 14:50 Managing and using your emotions as tools to go in the right direction 17:37 The power of humility and owning up to your mistakes 21:52 No absolutes: when to make the first offer and when not to 25:52 How to be a better negotiator without relying too heavily on negotiation skills 28:39 The impact of having a strong brand on negotiations 31:37 How to keep spousal negotiations from becoming a train wreck  36:31 Taking a step back: "What would Kwame say in this situation?" 39:02 The 3-step Compassionate Curiosity Framework and how to apply it 45:04 The importance of practicing the framework even when it feels weird 46:52 Creating the conditions for persuasion is crucial 49:09 The difference between empathy and endorsement 53:39 Powerful negotiation lessons and insights from chess 58:36 The big unlock: marketing and branding are the key to success 1:05:24 A letter to Kwame Christian’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube TikTok Listen to Kwame's #1 negotiation podcast, Negotiate Anything. Watch Kwame's TEDx Talk, "Finding Confidence in Conflict," with over 645K views. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREEInfluence Anyonenewsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.aed918f0ea6cb38f739facc0dfc121ddb3260741Tue, 28 Oct 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Kwame Christian,  one of the world's leading voices on negotiation and difficult conversations. He's the founder and CEO of the American Negotiation Institute. He's a bestselling author and the host of the #1 Negotiation podcast in the world, Negotiate Anything.

They delve into the negotiations that matter most. That may have you thinking of boardrooms and big deals, but the hardest and most important negotiations we'll ever face are happening in our daily lives, with ourselves and  at home.

Kwame shares how he coaches himself to consistently take his life to the next level, how you can set your negotiation up for success before it starts, the powerful Compassionate Curiosity Framework, and the key to success in the world.


Episode Breakdown:

01:58 The freedom of humility and Kwame's family legacy

05:23 Step 1 to negotiating with yourself

07:11 How Kwame uses journaling to coach himself and hyper-optimize his life

12:13 A way to reprogram your mind once you recognize an undesirable pattern

14:50 Managing and using your emotions as tools to go in the right direction

17:37 The power of humility and owning up to your mistakes

21:52 No absolutes: when to make the first offer and when not to

25:52 How to be a better negotiator without relying too heavily on negotiation skills

28:39 The impact of having a strong brand on negotiations

31:37 How to keep spousal negotiations from becoming a train wreck 

36:31 Taking a step back: "What would Kwame say in this situation?"

39:02 The 3-step Compassionate Curiosity Framework and how to apply it

45:04 The importance of practicing the framework even when it feels weird

46:52 Creating the conditions for persuasion is crucial

49:09 The difference between empathy and endorsement

53:39 Powerful negotiation lessons and insights from chess

58:36 The big unlock: marketing and branding are the key to success

1:05:24 A letter to Kwame Christian’s younger self

From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

Youtube

TikTok

Listen to Kwame's #1 negotiation podcast, Negotiate Anything.

Watch Kwame's TEDx Talk, "Finding Confidence in Conflict," with over 645K views.


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]]>CEO of The American Negotiation Institute Reveals Negotiation Principles Apple, Google & NASA Paid to LearnHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Kwame Ch...Howie Chanfull4083falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Influence Anyone Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Kwame Christian,  one of the world's leading voices on negotiation and difficult conversations. He's the founder and CEO of the American Negotiation Institute. He's a bestselling author and the host of the #1 Negotiation podcast in the world, Negotiate Anything. They delve into the negotiations that matter most. That may have you thinking of boardrooms and big deals, but the hardest and most important negotiations we'll ever face are happening in our daily lives, with ourselves and  at home. Kwame shares how he coaches himself to consistently take his life to the next level, how you can set your negotiation up for success before it starts, the powerful Compassionate Curiosity Framework, and the key to success in the world. Episode Breakdown: 01:58 The freedom of humility and Kwame's family legacy 05:23 Step 1 to negotiating with yourself 07:11 How Kwame uses journaling to coach himself and hyper-optimize his life 12:13 A way to reprogram your mind once you recognize an undesirable pattern 14:50 Managing and using your emotions as tools to go in the right direction 17:37 The power of humility and owning up to your mistakes 21:52 No absolutes: when to make the first offer and when not to 25:52 How to be a better negotiator without relying too heavily on negotiation skills 28:39 The impact of having a strong brand on negotiations 31:37 How to keep spousal negotiations from becoming a train wreck  36:31 Taking a step back: "What would Kwame say in this situation?" 39:02 The 3-step Compassionate Curiosity Framework and how to apply it 45:04 The importance of practicing the framework even when it feels weird 46:52 Creating the conditions for persuasion is crucial 49:09 The difference between empathy and endorsement 53:39 Powerful negotiation lessons and insights from chess 58:36 The big unlock: marketing and branding are the key to success 1:05:24 A letter to Kwame Christian’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube TikTok Listen to Kwame's #1 negotiation podcast, Negotiate Anything. Watch Kwame's TEDx Talk, "Finding Confidence in Conflict," with over 645K views. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREEInfluence Anyonenewsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Godfather of Influence: The Persuasion Principle that Resulted in a $700K Gift & The "Bible of Online Marketing"How Can I help you? Welcome to this new chapter of the podcast! In this special 50th episode, host Howie Chan interviews “The Godfather of Influence” himself, Dr. Robert Cialdini. He is  the globally renowned psychologist behind "Influence", the book that sold over 5 million copies worldwide,  and the man who made persuasion a science. They delve into the process of influence, Dr. Cialdini's groundbreaking findings, and what it takes to get people to say yes, even before you present the offer. Dr. Cialdini provides insights into his research and learning journey. He shares stories that led to his breakthroughs and others that changed everything. You'll learn how to influence and persuade yourself and others ethically and effectively. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Episode Breakdown: 02:22 Dr. Cialdini's shocking and humbling history with Charlie Munger 07:04 The surprising discovery that got Dr. Cialdini started on "Influence" 11:50 Why Dr. Cialdini went undercover and what influenced his research 16:33 Focusing on unchanging human truths and “Small Bigs” 19:29 The backstory behind the 7th and newest principle, Unity 24:00 What happens to phony and manipulative brands 27:21 The power of pre-suasion and how Dr. Cialdini came up with the concept 35:00 How to use pre-suasion to maximize results 40:07 "Post-suasion": what comes after successful persuasion 46:05 Influencing yourself for habit creation and lasting change 48:00 One single sentence that can ready people for the change you want 52:20 No social proof? How to use future social proof in your business 55:50 The difference between ethical and unethical influence 1:00:30 Debunking a myth about influence that refuses to die 1:06:28 A letter to Dr. Robert Cialdini’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube X Facebook Find all of Dr. Cialdini's groundbreaking books here. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.22835e69fa2281c0c23bd8dc2553d1d72d467dabTue, 21 Oct 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


Welcome to this new chapter of the podcast! In this special 50th episode, host Howie Chan interviews “The Godfather of Influence” himself, Dr. Robert Cialdini. He is  the globally renowned psychologist behind "Influence", the book that sold over 5 million copies worldwide,  and the man who made persuasion a science.

They delve into the process of influence, Dr. Cialdini's groundbreaking findings, and what it takes to get people to say yes, even before you present the offer.

Dr. Cialdini provides insights into his research and learning journey. He shares stories that led to his breakthroughs and others that changed everything. You'll learn how to influence and persuade yourself and others ethically and effectively.


Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans?

Sign up for Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course.


Episode Breakdown:

02:22 Dr. Cialdini's shocking and humbling history with Charlie Munger

07:04 The surprising discovery that got Dr. Cialdini started on "Influence"

11:50 Why Dr. Cialdini went undercover and what influenced his research

16:33 Focusing on unchanging human truths and “Small Bigs”

19:29 The backstory behind the 7th and newest principle, Unity

24:00 What happens to phony and manipulative brands

27:21 The power of pre-suasion and how Dr. Cialdini came up with the concept

35:00 How to use pre-suasion to maximize results

40:07 "Post-suasion": what comes after successful persuasion

46:05 Influencing yourself for habit creation and lasting change

48:00 One single sentence that can ready people for the change you want

52:20 No social proof? How to use future social proof in your business

55:50 The difference between ethical and unethical influence

1:00:30 Debunking a myth about influence that refuses to die

1:06:28 A letter to Dr. Robert Cialdini’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

Youtube

X

Facebook

Find all of Dr. Cialdini's groundbreaking books here.


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]]>Godfather of Influence: The Persuasion Principle that Resulted in a $700K Gift & The "Bible of Online Marketing"How Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) Welcome to this new chapter of the podcast! In this special 50th episode, host Howie...Howie Chanfull4151falseHow Can I help you? Welcome to this new chapter of the podcast! In this special 50th episode, host Howie Chan interviews “The Godfather of Influence” himself, Dr. Robert Cialdini. He is  the globally renowned psychologist behind "Influence", the book that sold over 5 million copies worldwide,  and the man who made persuasion a science. They delve into the process of influence, Dr. Cialdini's groundbreaking findings, and what it takes to get people to say yes, even before you present the offer. Dr. Cialdini provides insights into his research and learning journey. He shares stories that led to his breakthroughs and others that changed everything. You'll learn how to influence and persuade yourself and others ethically and effectively. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavioring Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Episode Breakdown: 02:22 Dr. Cialdini's shocking and humbling history with Charlie Munger 07:04 The surprising discovery that got Dr. Cialdini started on "Influence" 11:50 Why Dr. Cialdini went undercover and what influenced his research 16:33 Focusing on unchanging human truths and “Small Bigs” 19:29 The backstory behind the 7th and newest principle, Unity 24:00 What happens to phony and manipulative brands 27:21 The power of pre-suasion and how Dr. Cialdini came up with the concept 35:00 How to use pre-suasion to maximize results 40:07 "Post-suasion": what comes after successful persuasion 46:05 Influencing yourself for habit creation and lasting change 48:00 One single sentence that can ready people for the change you want 52:20 No social proof? How to use future social proof in your business 55:50 The difference between ethical and unethical influence 1:00:30 Debunking a myth about influence that refuses to die 1:06:28 A letter to Dr. Robert Cialdini’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube X Facebook Find all of Dr. Cialdini's groundbreaking books here. Get people to buy into your ideas and offers! Join the FREE Influence Anyone newsletter. Each week, I uncover a proven strategy from world experts and scientific research to influence human behavior – including your own. 📩 Go to: www.howiechan.com/sub Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Leading Expert on Influence and Persuasion: Data Isn’t Always The Answer – The 3-Part Influence EquationHow Can I help you? Don't want to miss the unveiling of the new chapter with the show? Make sure to subscribe to the podcast and be the first to listen to episode 50, with none other than the Godfather of Influence himself. In preparation for our very special guest in episode 50, today, host Howie is hitting replay on his interview with Steve Martin, an expert on influence and persuasion and the CEO of Influence At Work. They delve into how the answer isn’t always more data, what it actually takes to ethically persuade someone, and the power of story to bring someone to your side. The discussion emphasizes that having a compelling case is not enough to influence and persuade people. Steve dropped one of the most underrated gems of the show in this episode, so it's worth listening to again. He breaks down what it takes to truly influence and persuade someone with the three-part influence equation + the biggest mistakes people make when trying to persuade others–and how to avoid them. Episode Breakdown: 04:12 How Steve ended up in the world of persuasion and influence 07:09 What most don’t know about Cialdini’s revolutionary book, Influence 10:54 Having a compelling case is actually not enough 18:34 How to be an influential individual or brand–not just now but in the long run 21:54 The influence equation: how it came to be and what it’s all about 27:20 Applying the influence equation with real-life examples 31:34 How context affects influence and persuasion 34:47 The essential role of story in successful influence 36:58 The 2 biggest mistakes that keep you from the outcome you want 45:41 The messenger traits that make people listen 51:41 The one skill that’s always in high demand–even in the age of AI 59:43 How to guarantee the best results 1:07:09 A letter to Steve Martin’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Find all his books here. Check out Steve Martin’s course for The Economist, Influence and persuasion in business. Catch up with my interview with Will Storr in episode 17 of the podcast. It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.4965305ecd0bd31df46108ec7ac8b69f276945c7Tue, 14 Oct 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


Don't want to miss the unveiling of the new chapter with the show? Make sure to subscribe to the podcast and be the first to listen to episode 50, with none other than the Godfather of Influence himself.


In preparation for our very special guest in episode 50, today, host Howie is hitting replay on his interview with Steve Martin, an expert on influence and persuasion and the CEO of Influence At Work.


They delve into how the answer isn’t always more data, what it actually takes to ethically persuade someone, and the power of story to bring someone to your side. The discussion emphasizes that having a compelling case is not enough to influence and persuade people.

Steve dropped one of the most underrated gems of the show in this episode, so it's worth listening to again. He breaks down what it takes to truly influence and persuade someone with the three-part influence equation + the biggest mistakes people make when trying to persuade others–and how to avoid them.


Episode Breakdown:

04:12 How Steve ended up in the world of persuasion and influence

07:09 What most don’t know about Cialdini’s revolutionary book, Influence

10:54 Having a compelling case is actually not enough

18:34 How to be an influential individual or brand–not just now but in the long run

21:54 The influence equation: how it came to be and what it’s all about

27:20 Applying the influence equation with real-life examples

31:34 How context affects influence and persuasion

34:47 The essential role of story in successful influence

36:58 The 2 biggest mistakes that keep you from the outcome you want

45:41 The messenger traits that make people listen

51:41 The one skill that’s always in high demand–even in the age of AI

59:43 How to guarantee the best results

1:07:09 A letter to Steve Martin’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

Find all his books here.

Check out Steve Martin’s course for The Economist, Influence and persuasion in business.

Catch up with my interview with Will Storr in episode 17 of the podcast.


It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽

Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology.


Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review!


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]]>Leading Expert on Influence and Persuasion: Data Isn’t Always The Answer – The 3-Part Influence EquationHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) Don't want to miss the unveiling of the new chapter with the show? Make sure to subs...Howie Chanfull4282falseHow Can I help you? Don't want to miss the unveiling of the new chapter with the show? Make sure to subscribe to the podcast and be the first to listen to episode 50, with none other than the Godfather of Influence himself. In preparation for our very special guest in episode 50, today, host Howie is hitting replay on his interview with Steve Martin, an expert on influence and persuasion and the CEO of Influence At Work. They delve into how the answer isn’t always more data, what it actually takes to ethically persuade someone, and the power of story to bring someone to your side. The discussion emphasizes that having a compelling case is not enough to influence and persuade people. Steve dropped one of the most underrated gems of the show in this episode, so it's worth listening to again. He breaks down what it takes to truly influence and persuade someone with the three-part influence equation + the biggest mistakes people make when trying to persuade others–and how to avoid them. Episode Breakdown: 04:12 How Steve ended up in the world of persuasion and influence 07:09 What most don’t know about Cialdini’s revolutionary book, Influence 10:54 Having a compelling case is actually not enough 18:34 How to be an influential individual or brand–not just now but in the long run 21:54 The influence equation: how it came to be and what it’s all about 27:20 Applying the influence equation with real-life examples 31:34 How context affects influence and persuasion 34:47 The essential role of story in successful influence 36:58 The 2 biggest mistakes that keep you from the outcome you want 45:41 The messenger traits that make people listen 51:41 The one skill that’s always in high demand–even in the age of AI 59:43 How to guarantee the best results 1:07:09 A letter to Steve Martin’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Find all his books here. Check out Steve Martin’s course for The Economist, Influence and persuasion in business. Catch up with my interview with Will Storr in episode 17 of the podcast. It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Storytelling for Business: How to Tell Stories That Make You UNFORGETTABLE [SOLO SESH]How Can I help you? Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan delves into storytelling for business. But he isn't just telling you to tell your story; he's also teaching you how to do it successfully. The discussion emphasizes that stories don't have to be epic or crazy to be powerful. They just need to be from you. Howie breaks down the brain chemistry behind great storytelling, walks you through the five factory settings of your audience's mind, and provides you with a framework that will shift how you write and share stories from now on. Episode Breakdown: 01:37 When Howie's introduction fell flat at a  networking event 02:32 The five factory settings of the brain 03:41 The four-part story framework 04:45 What Howie should have said at the event instead 07:00 The power of telling a personal story 08:47 Start standing out and becoming unforgettable today  From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram Catch up with my interview with Karen Eber to learn more about the five factory settings of the brain. Legendary Quotes: “ It wasn't because I was boring, it's because I wasn't telling a story. Me, the person, is interesting. I know that. But I was almost reciting a headline or a resume or something, it's very robotic.” – Howie Chan “ You don't have to say, 'Oh, Howie, I don't have any stories.' Take any facet, anything that you want to say, and put it in that [four-part framework], and you have a story.” – Howie Chan “ Instead of telling them a cookie-cutter, one-line about who you are or what you do, you tell them a story that can connect. And they don't have to be epic or crazy to be powerful. Often, the best stories are personal. They're small, but they just need to be from you.” – Howie Chan It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.059fa276eba019b9478ed3b5ecfe09289a7b63d8Tue, 07 Oct 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


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In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan delves into storytelling for business. But he isn't just telling you to tell your story; he's also teaching you how to do it successfully. The discussion emphasizes that stories don't have to be epic or crazy to be powerful. They just need to be from you.


Howie breaks down the brain chemistry behind great storytelling, walks you through the five factory settings of your audience's mind, and provides you with a framework that will shift how you write and share stories from now on.


Episode Breakdown:


01:37 When Howie's introduction fell flat at a  networking event

02:32 The five factory settings of the brain

03:41 The four-part story framework

04:45 What Howie should have said at the event instead

07:00 The power of telling a personal story

08:47 Start standing out and becoming unforgettable today 


From Me:

Website

LinkedIn

Instagram

Catch up with my interview with Karen Eber to learn more about the five factory settings of the brain.


Legendary Quotes:

“ It wasn't because I was boring, it's because I wasn't telling a story. Me, the person, is interesting. I know that. But I was almost reciting a headline or a resume or something, it's very robotic.” – Howie Chan

“ You don't have to say, 'Oh, Howie, I don't have any stories.' Take any facet, anything that you want to say, and put it in that [four-part framework], and you have a story.” – Howie Chan

“ Instead of telling them a cookie-cutter, one-line about who you are or what you do, you tell them a story that can connect. And they don't have to be epic or crazy to be powerful. Often, the best stories are personal. They're small, but they just need to be from you.” – Howie Chan


It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽

Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology.


Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review!


Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

]]>Storytelling for Business: How to Tell Stories That Make You UNFORGETTABLE [SOLO SESH]How Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavi...Howie Chanfull686falseHow Can I help you? Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan delves into storytelling for business. But he isn't just telling you to tell your story; he's also teaching you how to do it successfully. The discussion emphasizes that stories don't have to be epic or crazy to be powerful. They just need to be from you. Howie breaks down the brain chemistry behind great storytelling, walks you through the five factory settings of your audience's mind, and provides you with a framework that will shift how you write and share stories from now on. Episode Breakdown: 01:37 When Howie's introduction fell flat at a  networking event 02:32 The five factory settings of the brain 03:41 The four-part story framework 04:45 What Howie should have said at the event instead 07:00 The power of telling a personal story 08:47 Start standing out and becoming unforgettable today  From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram Catch up with my interview with Karen Eber to learn more about the five factory settings of the brain. Legendary Quotes: “ It wasn't because I was boring, it's because I wasn't telling a story. Me, the person, is interesting. I know that. But I was almost reciting a headline or a resume or something, it's very robotic.” – Howie Chan “ You don't have to say, 'Oh, Howie, I don't have any stories.' Take any facet, anything that you want to say, and put it in that [four-part framework], and you have a story.” – Howie Chan “ Instead of telling them a cookie-cutter, one-line about who you are or what you do, you tell them a story that can connect. And they don't have to be epic or crazy to be powerful. Often, the best stories are personal. They're small, but they just need to be from you.” – Howie Chan It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Manners and Etiquette: Outdated? Or The Ultimate Source of Influence? With Royalty Advisor William HansonHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews William Hanson, a leading authority on etiquette and influence who advises royalty, banks, and global brands. They explore how manners, often seen as outdated, help us connect across cultures, lead with influence, and simply be kind. William explains the difference between manners and etiquette and shares practical tips to show up with confidence, clarity, and connection in any setting. Episode Breakdown: 02:41 How William handles others' opinions about his agitating content 06:39 The difference between manners and etiquette 08:29 When to break the rules of etiquette 10:24 The role of etiquette rules for community and belonging 12:32 The consequences of a world where everyone is insecure 13:58 Making etiquette more accessible and William's book cover controversy 18:32 How manners and etiquette rules help and why they matter 25:17 Navigating an etiquette mishap 27:47 Two powerful habits that we could all benefit from having 32:12 What it takes to leave a good first impression 36:07 How to give a good handshake and get out of an awkward one 39:47 The importance of leading by example 41:04 How to approach etiquette rules in a different culture 42:45 Keeping up with the changes in social etiquette 46:43 Breaks in etiquette that drive William mad 49:07 William's viral, controversial How To Eat videos 54:02 How to be more influential as a leader and as a new neighbor 58:01 The power of humor and not taking yourself too seriously 1:01:04 One etiquette rule on its way out and what should remain 1:03:46 A letter to William Hanson’s younger self From Our Guest: Website YouTube Get the book, Just Good Manners. Podcasts, Help I Sexted My Boss and The Luxury Podcast. The cringe comments video that Howie shows William at the start. How To Eat videos: Banana, Rice, and Peas. Catch up with my episode with 6x USA Memory Champion Nelson Dellis to learn how to remember names. It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.5361254c0fd737f30187d77db80bfdf768e091f8Tue, 30 Sep 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews William Hanson, a leading authority on etiquette and influence who advises royalty, banks, and global brands.

They explore how manners, often seen as outdated, help us connect across cultures, lead with influence, and simply be kind.

William explains the difference between manners and etiquette and shares practical tips to show up with confidence, clarity, and connection in any setting.


Episode Breakdown:

02:41 How William handles others' opinions about his agitating content

06:39 The difference between manners and etiquette

08:29 When to break the rules of etiquette

10:24 The role of etiquette rules for community and belonging

12:32 The consequences of a world where everyone is insecure

13:58 Making etiquette more accessible and William's book cover controversy

18:32 How manners and etiquette rules help and why they matter

25:17 Navigating an etiquette mishap

27:47 Two powerful habits that we could all benefit from having

32:12 What it takes to leave a good first impression

36:07 How to give a good handshake and get out of an awkward one

39:47 The importance of leading by example

41:04 How to approach etiquette rules in a different culture

42:45 Keeping up with the changes in social etiquette

46:43 Breaks in etiquette that drive William mad

49:07 William's viral, controversial How To Eat videos

54:02 How to be more influential as a leader and as a new neighbor

58:01 The power of humor and not taking yourself too seriously

1:01:04 One etiquette rule on its way out and what should remain

1:03:46 A letter to William Hanson’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

YouTube

Get the book, Just Good Manners.

Podcasts, Help I Sexted My Boss and The Luxury Podcast.

The cringe comments video that Howie shows William at the start.

How To Eat videos: Banana, Rice, and Peas.

Catch up with my episode with 6x USA Memory Champion Nelson Dellis to learn how to remember names.


It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽

Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology.


Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

]]>Manners and Etiquette: Outdated? Or The Ultimate Source of Influence? With Royalty Advisor William HansonHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews William Han...Howie Chanfull3980falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews William Hanson, a leading authority on etiquette and influence who advises royalty, banks, and global brands. They explore how manners, often seen as outdated, help us connect across cultures, lead with influence, and simply be kind. William explains the difference between manners and etiquette and shares practical tips to show up with confidence, clarity, and connection in any setting. Episode Breakdown: 02:41 How William handles others' opinions about his agitating content 06:39 The difference between manners and etiquette 08:29 When to break the rules of etiquette 10:24 The role of etiquette rules for community and belonging 12:32 The consequences of a world where everyone is insecure 13:58 Making etiquette more accessible and William's book cover controversy 18:32 How manners and etiquette rules help and why they matter 25:17 Navigating an etiquette mishap 27:47 Two powerful habits that we could all benefit from having 32:12 What it takes to leave a good first impression 36:07 How to give a good handshake and get out of an awkward one 39:47 The importance of leading by example 41:04 How to approach etiquette rules in a different culture 42:45 Keeping up with the changes in social etiquette 46:43 Breaks in etiquette that drive William mad 49:07 William's viral, controversial How To Eat videos 54:02 How to be more influential as a leader and as a new neighbor 58:01 The power of humor and not taking yourself too seriously 1:01:04 One etiquette rule on its way out and what should remain 1:03:46 A letter to William Hanson’s younger self From Our Guest: Website YouTube Get the book, Just Good Manners. Podcasts, Help I Sexted My Boss and The Luxury Podcast. The cringe comments video that Howie shows William at the start. How To Eat videos: Banana, Rice, and Peas. Catch up with my episode with 6x USA Memory Champion Nelson Dellis to learn how to remember names. It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Public Speaking: He Turned Stutter into Fuel and Became the 2000 World Champion of Public Speaking with Legend Ed TateHow Can I help you? Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Ed Tate, the 2000 World Champion of Public Speaking and the go-to coach for corporations, entrepreneurs, and leaders who need to win  hearts and minds in high-stakes moments. Ed provides the tools to help you create a memorable opening, the steps to rejection-proof your pitch, his recipe for developing a great story, his process for engineering engaging presentations, and how to end your presentation on a high note. The discussion emphasizes that public speaking and presentation skills aren't just a nice-to-have. These are essential life skills that everyone with a job should master. Episode Breakdown: 03:59 Ed's 7 seconds of terror and how he turned it all around 08:54 How Ed's stutter led him to his public speaking career 13:00 The road to winning the 2000 World Championship of Public Speaking 19:12 The enemy of a good presentation 22:46 The elements of a memorable opening experience 27:39 Presentation skills: The power of a relevant story 29:22 Steps to rejection-proof your pitch 37:31 Ed's recipe for developing a great story and his secret sauce 45:38 How Ed engineers his powerful presentations 57:26 Ed's recommendations for those looking to become public speakers 1:06:57 Ed's take on AI's impact on the industry of public speaking 1:09:04 A letter to Ed Tate’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube X Check out the best place in the world to build your confidence, Toastmasters. Watch Ed's winning speech of the Toastmasters World Championship of Public Speaking, One of Those Days. Get Robert Cialdini's book, Influence. Get started with speaking! Learn more about the National Speakers Association. Legendary Quotes: “ I will never ask an audience to put down their cell phones or their devices or close their laptops because it is my job to be more interesting than any screen. And if I'm not more interesting than any screen, I shouldn't be in this business.” – Ed Tate “When I began, I emulated certain speakers that I liked. But I started making serious money when Ed showed up on stage as opposed to me being a cheap version of somebody else.” – Ed Tate Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.1456cdb540418cf04ea42c955481a0739d657b1aTue, 23 Sep 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


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Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course.


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Ed Tate, the 2000 World Champion of Public Speaking and the go-to coach for corporations, entrepreneurs, and leaders who need to win  hearts and minds in high-stakes moments.

Ed provides the tools to help you create a memorable opening, the steps to rejection-proof your pitch, his recipe for developing a great story, his process for engineering engaging presentations, and how to end your presentation on a high note.

The discussion emphasizes that public speaking and presentation skills aren't just a nice-to-have. These are essential life skills that everyone with a job should master.


Episode Breakdown:

03:59 Ed's 7 seconds of terror and how he turned it all around

08:54 How Ed's stutter led him to his public speaking career

13:00 The road to winning the 2000 World Championship of Public Speaking

19:12 The enemy of a good presentation

22:46 The elements of a memorable opening experience

27:39 Presentation skills: The power of a relevant story

29:22 Steps to rejection-proof your pitch

37:31 Ed's recipe for developing a great story and his secret sauce

45:38 How Ed engineers his powerful presentations

57:26 Ed's recommendations for those looking to become public speakers

1:06:57 Ed's take on AI's impact on the industry of public speaking

1:09:04 A letter to Ed Tate’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

Youtube

X

Check out the best place in the world to build your confidence, Toastmasters.

Watch Ed's winning speech of the Toastmasters World Championship of Public Speaking, One of Those Days.

Get Robert Cialdini's book, Influence.

Get started with speaking! Learn more about the National Speakers Association.


Legendary Quotes:

“ I will never ask an audience to put down their cell phones or their devices or close their laptops because it is my job to be more interesting than any screen. And if I'm not more interesting than any screen, I shouldn't be in this business.” – Ed Tate

“When I began, I emulated certain speakers that I liked. But I started making serious money when Ed showed up on stage as opposed to me being a cheap version of somebody else.” – Ed Tate



Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

]]>Public Speaking: He Turned Stutter into Fuel and Became the 2000 World Champion of Public Speaking with Legend Ed TateHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavi...Howie Chanfull4320falseHow Can I help you? Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Ed Tate, the 2000 World Champion of Public Speaking and the go-to coach for corporations, entrepreneurs, and leaders who need to win  hearts and minds in high-stakes moments. Ed provides the tools to help you create a memorable opening, the steps to rejection-proof your pitch, his recipe for developing a great story, his process for engineering engaging presentations, and how to end your presentation on a high note. The discussion emphasizes that public speaking and presentation skills aren't just a nice-to-have. These are essential life skills that everyone with a job should master. Episode Breakdown: 03:59 Ed's 7 seconds of terror and how he turned it all around 08:54 How Ed's stutter led him to his public speaking career 13:00 The road to winning the 2000 World Championship of Public Speaking 19:12 The enemy of a good presentation 22:46 The elements of a memorable opening experience 27:39 Presentation skills: The power of a relevant story 29:22 Steps to rejection-proof your pitch 37:31 Ed's recipe for developing a great story and his secret sauce 45:38 How Ed engineers his powerful presentations 57:26 Ed's recommendations for those looking to become public speakers 1:06:57 Ed's take on AI's impact on the industry of public speaking 1:09:04 A letter to Ed Tate’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube X Check out the best place in the world to build your confidence, Toastmasters. Watch Ed's winning speech of the Toastmasters World Championship of Public Speaking, One of Those Days. Get Robert Cialdini's book, Influence. Get started with speaking! Learn more about the National Speakers Association. Legendary Quotes: “ I will never ask an audience to put down their cell phones or their devices or close their laptops because it is my job to be more interesting than any screen. And if I'm not more interesting than any screen, I shouldn't be in this business.” – Ed Tate “When I began, I emulated certain speakers that I liked. But I started making serious money when Ed showed up on stage as opposed to me being a cheap version of somebody else.” – Ed Tate Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.New  Leadership: Turn Your Worst Boss Moments Into Leadership Growth with Legend Mita MallickHow Can I help you? Want 75 hacks to become more charismatic? Get your FREE copy of my Charisma Tactical Toolkit. In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Mita Mallick,  a powerhouse executive, a LinkedIn Top Voice, a trusted advisor to some of the biggest brands on the planet, and a best-selling author and speaker. They delve into  what makes a boss bad, and how we can flip the script so that bad behavior becomes a blueprint for better leadership. The discussion emphasizes that everyone can be a bad boss at some point, but that doesn't mean we have to stay bad. Mita shares practical strategies and tools for us to catch our bad boss moments and come back into being good leaders. She also offers brilliant advice for employees to navigate working for bad bosses. Episode Breakdown: 04:38 The biggest retention tool we have is currently under attack 07:40 Mita's biggest bad boss moments and the transition into the boss role 11:09 Three factors that make us fall into bad boss behaviors 13:20 Strategies to build self-awareness and become a better boss 16:14 A simple approach to build trust with your team that won't backfire 20:01 Medusa: the baddest of Mita's bad bosses 23:47 The 5Ds of bystander intervention to become a better colleague 29:03 Why people don't intervene in a toxic workplace 34:16 Self-work foundations for good leadership 39:39 The pregnancy penalty and intent versus impact 45:59 Three truths of human behavior that Mita discovered 49:40 Brilliant advice and tools for working better with your boss 53:48 Two messages Mita would leave for every boss 54:47 A letter to Mita Mallick’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Instagram Pre-order the book, The Devil Emails at Midnight, out September 30, 2025. Learn more about the 5Ds of Bystander Intervention at Right To Be. Legendary Quotes: “ Have you noticed the engagement on your team shifting and changing? And how many of us have the courage to look in the mirror and say, 'Do I have something to do with that?' Or am I gonna blame everything else?” – Mita Mallick “ I know there's still Medusas out there in the workplace. I know people still behave this way, and just because you are getting a paycheck every two weeks doesn't give you permission to disrespect or humiliate or devalue people.” – Mita Mallick “ I hope that we have more courage and humility in the workplace. That's what I think we're in desperate shortage of right now.” – Mita Mallick Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.7add534d39178ae7444189b082089a7fb5a68d2cTue, 16 Sep 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


Want 75 hacks to become more charismatic?

Get your FREE copy of my Charisma Tactical Toolkit.


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Mita Mallick,  a powerhouse executive, a LinkedIn Top Voice, a trusted advisor to some of the biggest brands on the planet, and a best-selling author and speaker. They delve into  what makes a boss bad, and how we can flip the script so that bad behavior becomes a blueprint for better leadership.

The discussion emphasizes that everyone can be a bad boss at some point, but that doesn't mean we have to stay bad. Mita shares practical strategies and tools for us to catch our bad boss moments and come back into being good leaders. She also offers brilliant advice for employees to navigate working for bad bosses.


Episode Breakdown:

04:38 The biggest retention tool we have is currently under attack

07:40 Mita's biggest bad boss moments and the transition into the boss role

11:09 Three factors that make us fall into bad boss behaviors

13:20 Strategies to build self-awareness and become a better boss

16:14 A simple approach to build trust with your team that won't backfire

20:01 Medusa: the baddest of Mita's bad bosses

23:47 The 5Ds of bystander intervention to become a better colleague

29:03 Why people don't intervene in a toxic workplace

34:16 Self-work foundations for good leadership

39:39 The pregnancy penalty and intent versus impact

45:59 Three truths of human behavior that Mita discovered

49:40 Brilliant advice and tools for working better with your boss

53:48 Two messages Mita would leave for every boss

54:47 A letter to Mita Mallick’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

Instagram

Pre-order the book, The Devil Emails at Midnight, out September 30, 2025.

Learn more about the 5Ds of Bystander Intervention at Right To Be.


Legendary Quotes:

“ Have you noticed the engagement on your team shifting and changing? And how many of us have the courage to look in the mirror and say, 'Do I have something to do with that?' Or am I gonna blame everything else?” – Mita Mallick

“ I know there's still Medusas out there in the workplace. I know people still behave this way, and just because you are getting a paycheck every two weeks doesn't give you permission to disrespect or humiliate or devalue people.” – Mita Mallick

“ I hope that we have more courage and humility in the workplace. That's what I think we're in desperate shortage of right now.” – Mita Mallick


Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

]]>New  Leadership: Turn Your Worst Boss Moments Into Leadership Growth with Legend Mita MallickHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) Want 75 hacks to become more charismatic? Get your FREE copy of my Charisma Tactical...Howie Chanfull3458falseHow Can I help you? Want 75 hacks to become more charismatic? Get your FREE copy of my Charisma Tactical Toolkit. In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Mita Mallick,  a powerhouse executive, a LinkedIn Top Voice, a trusted advisor to some of the biggest brands on the planet, and a best-selling author and speaker. They delve into  what makes a boss bad, and how we can flip the script so that bad behavior becomes a blueprint for better leadership. The discussion emphasizes that everyone can be a bad boss at some point, but that doesn't mean we have to stay bad. Mita shares practical strategies and tools for us to catch our bad boss moments and come back into being good leaders. She also offers brilliant advice for employees to navigate working for bad bosses. Episode Breakdown: 04:38 The biggest retention tool we have is currently under attack 07:40 Mita's biggest bad boss moments and the transition into the boss role 11:09 Three factors that make us fall into bad boss behaviors 13:20 Strategies to build self-awareness and become a better boss 16:14 A simple approach to build trust with your team that won't backfire 20:01 Medusa: the baddest of Mita's bad bosses 23:47 The 5Ds of bystander intervention to become a better colleague 29:03 Why people don't intervene in a toxic workplace 34:16 Self-work foundations for good leadership 39:39 The pregnancy penalty and intent versus impact 45:59 Three truths of human behavior that Mita discovered 49:40 Brilliant advice and tools for working better with your boss 53:48 Two messages Mita would leave for every boss 54:47 A letter to Mita Mallick’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Instagram Pre-order the book, The Devil Emails at Midnight, out September 30, 2025. Learn more about the 5Ds of Bystander Intervention at Right To Be. Legendary Quotes: “ Have you noticed the engagement on your team shifting and changing? And how many of us have the courage to look in the mirror and say, 'Do I have something to do with that?' Or am I gonna blame everything else?” – Mita Mallick “ I know there's still Medusas out there in the workplace. I know people still behave this way, and just because you are getting a paycheck every two weeks doesn't give you permission to disrespect or humiliate or devalue people.” – Mita Mallick “ I hope that we have more courage and humility in the workplace. That's what I think we're in desperate shortage of right now.” – Mita Mallick Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Influence With Ease: The Truth? Humans Are Lazy. Here's How to Make Things EASY and Drive Behavior [SOLO SESH]How Can I help you? Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan delves into  one of the most powerful and most overlooked human truths: ease. The discussion emphasizes that, ultimately, humans are lazy and will always choose the easiest option over the best one. Howie shares the reason why our brains are wired to take the path of least resistance and provides  real-world examples of how ease can make or break success, and concrete tactics for applying this truth,  whether you're leading a team or trying to get more people to buy your product. Episode Breakdown: 02:30 How US companies got employees to sign up for the 401(k) 03:40 The two systems that drive the way we think and choose 05:14 The Fogg Behavior Model and why motivation isn't enough 06:36 Three real-world examples of how ease changes everything 07:52 How brands actually grow (it's not loyalty programs) 10:40 Three tactics for leaders to make work easy to do 12:20 Three tactics  for marketers and business owners  to make buying easy 14:49 This hidden driver of human behavior From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram Read the world-famous psychologist and winner of the Nobel Prize in Economics, Daniel Kahneman's book Thinking, Fast and Slow. Learn more about the Fogg Behavior Model by Stanford researcher Dr. BJ Fogg. Get one of the most evidence-based marketing books ever written, How Brands Grow by Byron Sharp. Discover more about Barry Schwartz's Paradox of Choice in his 2005 TED Talk. Legendary Quotes: “ When you see failed marketing campaigns or you see maybe offers are not converting, they all have one thing in common: it was too much work for the person on the other end.” – Howie Chan “ If you want people to take action, whether that's your team following through or your customers buying, don't just try to increase motivation. You have to make it easier.” – Howie Chan “ Ease isn't a nice-to-have. It is a hidden driver of human behavior. People don't always pick the best product. People don't always follow the smartest leader.  They pick the easiest path.” – Howie Chan Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.c5f5af3f37a01480ee88fe690169278df51fc1e4Tue, 09 Sep 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


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In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan delves into  one of the most powerful and most overlooked human truths: ease. The discussion emphasizes that, ultimately, humans are lazy and will always choose the easiest option over the best one.


Howie shares the reason why our brains are wired to take the path of least resistance and provides  real-world examples of how ease can make or break success, and concrete tactics for applying this truth,  whether you're leading a team or trying to get more people to buy your product.


Episode Breakdown:

02:30 How US companies got employees to sign up for the 401(k)

03:40 The two systems that drive the way we think and choose

05:14 The Fogg Behavior Model and why motivation isn't enough

06:36 Three real-world examples of how ease changes everything

07:52 How brands actually grow (it's not loyalty programs)

10:40 Three tactics for leaders to make work easy to do

12:20 Three tactics  for marketers and business owners  to make buying easy

14:49 This hidden driver of human behavior


From Me:

Website

LinkedIn

Instagram

Read the world-famous psychologist and winner of the Nobel Prize in Economics, Daniel Kahneman's book Thinking, Fast and Slow.

Learn more about the Fogg Behavior Model by Stanford researcher Dr. BJ Fogg.

Get one of the most evidence-based marketing books ever written, How Brands Grow by Byron Sharp.

Discover more about Barry Schwartz's Paradox of Choice in his 2005 TED Talk.


Legendary Quotes:

“ When you see failed marketing campaigns or you see maybe offers are not converting, they all have one thing in common: it was too much work for the person on the other end.” – Howie Chan

“ If you want people to take action, whether that's your team following through or your customers buying, don't just try to increase motivation. You have to make it easier.” – Howie Chan

“ Ease isn't a nice-to-have. It is a hidden driver of human behavior. People don't always pick the best product. People don't always follow the smartest leader.  They pick the easiest path.” – Howie Chan



Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

]]>Influence With Ease: The Truth? Humans Are Lazy. Here's How to Make Things EASY and Drive Behavior [SOLO SESH]How Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavi...Howie Chanfull975falseHow Can I help you? Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan delves into  one of the most powerful and most overlooked human truths: ease. The discussion emphasizes that, ultimately, humans are lazy and will always choose the easiest option over the best one. Howie shares the reason why our brains are wired to take the path of least resistance and provides  real-world examples of how ease can make or break success, and concrete tactics for applying this truth,  whether you're leading a team or trying to get more people to buy your product. Episode Breakdown: 02:30 How US companies got employees to sign up for the 401(k) 03:40 The two systems that drive the way we think and choose 05:14 The Fogg Behavior Model and why motivation isn't enough 06:36 Three real-world examples of how ease changes everything 07:52 How brands actually grow (it's not loyalty programs) 10:40 Three tactics for leaders to make work easy to do 12:20 Three tactics  for marketers and business owners  to make buying easy 14:49 This hidden driver of human behavior From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram Read the world-famous psychologist and winner of the Nobel Prize in Economics, Daniel Kahneman's book Thinking, Fast and Slow. Learn more about the Fogg Behavior Model by Stanford researcher Dr. BJ Fogg. Get one of the most evidence-based marketing books ever written, How Brands Grow by Byron Sharp. Discover more about Barry Schwartz's Paradox of Choice in his 2005 TED Talk. Legendary Quotes: “ When you see failed marketing campaigns or you see maybe offers are not converting, they all have one thing in common: it was too much work for the person on the other end.” – Howie Chan “ If you want people to take action, whether that's your team following through or your customers buying, don't just try to increase motivation. You have to make it easier.” – Howie Chan “ Ease isn't a nice-to-have. It is a hidden driver of human behavior. People don't always pick the best product. People don't always follow the smartest leader.  They pick the easiest path.” – Howie Chan Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.The Purpose of Purpose: The Fire That Changed My Life Forever And The SHOCKING Truth About Purpose and Advertising with Legend Ron TiteHow Can I help you? Start conversations with a single unforgettable line that wins hearts and opens wallets. Get the Legendary One-Liner playbook and make your message legendary. In this episode, Howie interviews Ron Tite,  an award-winning creative, founder of the Church+State Agency, and the  mind behind campaigns for brands like Google, Walmart, and Microsoft.  Ron delivers a true masterclass on the purpose of purpose and alignment, both personal and organizational, and how to get your message across in a relatable and engaging way. The discussion emphasizes that people used to vote with their wallets, and now they vote with their time. So, to influence others, our message must be worth their time. Ron provides us with how to craft a purpose for a company and for yourself, the right way, along with his "Think. Say. Do." framework. He shares the ins and outs of how he structures all his speeches and how to apply comedy to them. Lastly, he flips advertising on its head. Episode Breakdown: 06:54 Understand what purpose is and how brands have gotten it wrong 09:50 The parallel between personal purpose and the organization's purpose 13:04 How purpose can lead a profit-driven company towards growth 16:49 The different business model of purpose-driven companies 20:30 How to get the purpose right within the company 23:49 What you need to craft an organizational purpose that actually gets buy-in 30:59 The big flip in advertising from promise to confirmation 36:26 You don't have to save the world, focus on what you care about 38:15 The power of starting with comedy 42:41 The warm open technique that silences the room 48:08 How Ron did it and your permission to fake it as you go 51:45 The process of comedy and how you can apply it 56:43 How Ron structures and customizes his speeches 59:21 The key ingredients of a successful and relatable speech 1:05:54 We don't need a great big meaningful story to deliver value 1:08:10 One simple exercise to help you  better influence behavior 1:10:00 A letter to Ron Tite’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube Get the books, Think. Do. Say. and The Purpose of Purpose. Listen to the podcast, The Coup. Read the Mark Ritson article on the purpose and profit paradox. Listen to my interview with David Aaker about his book The Future of Purpose-Driven Branding. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.4ad42158d6c6d495c0203b596eec216737a0be64Tue, 02 Sep 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


Start conversations with a single unforgettable line that wins hearts and opens wallets.

Get the Legendary One-Liner playbook and make your message legendary.


In this episode, Howie interviews Ron Tite,  an award-winning creative, founder of the Church+State Agency, and the  mind behind campaigns for brands like Google, Walmart, and Microsoft. 

Ron delivers a true masterclass on the purpose of purpose and alignment, both personal and organizational, and how to get your message across in a relatable and engaging way. The discussion emphasizes that people used to vote with their wallets, and now they vote with their time. So, to influence others, our message must be worth their time.

Ron provides us with how to craft a purpose for a company and for yourself, the right way, along with his "Think. Say. Do." framework. He shares the ins and outs of how he structures all his speeches and how to apply comedy to them. Lastly, he flips advertising on its head.

Episode Breakdown:

06:54 Understand what purpose is and how brands have gotten it wrong

09:50 The parallel between personal purpose and the organization's purpose

13:04 How purpose can lead a profit-driven company towards growth

16:49 The different business model of purpose-driven companies

20:30 How to get the purpose right within the company

23:49 What you need to craft an organizational purpose that actually gets buy-in

30:59 The big flip in advertising from promise to confirmation

36:26 You don't have to save the world, focus on what you care about

38:15 The power of starting with comedy

42:41 The warm open technique that silences the room

48:08 How Ron did it and your permission to fake it as you go

51:45 The process of comedy and how you can apply it

56:43 How Ron structures and customizes his speeches

59:21 The key ingredients of a successful and relatable speech

1:05:54 We don't need a great big meaningful story to deliver value

1:08:10 One simple exercise to help you  better influence behavior

1:10:00 A letter to Ron Tite’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

Youtube

Get the books, Think. Do. Say. and The Purpose of Purpose.

Listen to the podcast, The Coup.

Read the Mark Ritson article on the purpose and profit paradox.

Listen to my interview with David Aaker about his book The Future of Purpose-Driven Branding.


Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

]]>The Purpose of Purpose: The Fire That Changed My Life Forever And The SHOCKING Truth About Purpose and Advertising with Legend Ron TiteHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) Start conversations with a single unforgettable line that wins hearts and opens wall...Howie Chanfull4391falseHow Can I help you? Start conversations with a single unforgettable line that wins hearts and opens wallets. Get the Legendary One-Liner playbook and make your message legendary. In this episode, Howie interviews Ron Tite,  an award-winning creative, founder of the Church+State Agency, and the  mind behind campaigns for brands like Google, Walmart, and Microsoft.  Ron delivers a true masterclass on the purpose of purpose and alignment, both personal and organizational, and how to get your message across in a relatable and engaging way. The discussion emphasizes that people used to vote with their wallets, and now they vote with their time. So, to influence others, our message must be worth their time. Ron provides us with how to craft a purpose for a company and for yourself, the right way, along with his "Think. Say. Do." framework. He shares the ins and outs of how he structures all his speeches and how to apply comedy to them. Lastly, he flips advertising on its head. Episode Breakdown: 06:54 Understand what purpose is and how brands have gotten it wrong 09:50 The parallel between personal purpose and the organization's purpose 13:04 How purpose can lead a profit-driven company towards growth 16:49 The different business model of purpose-driven companies 20:30 How to get the purpose right within the company 23:49 What you need to craft an organizational purpose that actually gets buy-in 30:59 The big flip in advertising from promise to confirmation 36:26 You don't have to save the world, focus on what you care about 38:15 The power of starting with comedy 42:41 The warm open technique that silences the room 48:08 How Ron did it and your permission to fake it as you go 51:45 The process of comedy and how you can apply it 56:43 How Ron structures and customizes his speeches 59:21 The key ingredients of a successful and relatable speech 1:05:54 We don't need a great big meaningful story to deliver value 1:08:10 One simple exercise to help you  better influence behavior 1:10:00 A letter to Ron Tite’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube Get the books, Think. Do. Say. and The Purpose of Purpose. Listen to the podcast, The Coup. Read the Mark Ritson article on the purpose and profit paradox. Listen to my interview with David Aaker about his book The Future of Purpose-Driven Branding. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Empathy: 5 Steps to Develop DEEP EMPATHY and Fuel Leadership, Trust, and Innovation with Legend Rob VolpeHow Can I help you? Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Rob Volpe, the empathy activist. He is the Founder and Chairman of Ignite 360, an award-winning, best-selling author, and he empowers people to build empathy and be better at the work they do and the people they are. They delve deep into empathy, what it is and isn't, why it's so critical in our personal and work life, and how to develop it so it too can be your superpower. The discussion emphasizes that empathy is not just a "nice to have," in fact, its absence is actually the reason companies lose millions and millions of dollars every year. Rob walks us through the 5 Steps to Empathy that can help you dissolve any conflict and come out on the other side more connected, more powerful, and more effective. He also shares a simple but profound technique called the Curious Breath, which is a quick reset that takes you from reactive to thoughtful, from spiraling to strategic. Episode Breakdown: 03:33 A miracle of life, Judy Garland, and a lot of empathy 08:08 Listen to your intuition to connect with others 10:32 The development of empathy and a real-life example 15:05 Why empathy is so critical in all facets of life 18:31 Fusing the head and the heart to connect and build empathy  21:45 The current empathy crisis in a polarized, angry society 24:31 Empaths: when empathy can quickly become too much 28:18 Go from reacting to responding with a curious breath 32:52 The 5 Steps to Empathy 35:06 How to dismantle judgment so it stops getting in your way 43:56 Choosing to ask questions differently and ditching "Why?" 48:59 What active listening looks like and some exercises to help 55:40 Play the ice cream game and integrate different points of view 1:02:45 Put yourself in the other person's shoes to imagine solutions  1:04:07 How people rallied around Rob after a recent injury 1:07:01 What to do today to start your empathy journey 1:07:42 A letter to Rob Volpe’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn TikTok Instagram Get the book, Tell Me More About That. You can find more content about Rob's cats – Domino, Barnabas, and Solitaire – here. Check out the Empathy Circle. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.0c436dfe2b8d54724fd0a0d80983f4edcdf566fdTue, 26 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans?

Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course.


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Rob Volpe, the empathy activist. He is the Founder and Chairman of Ignite 360, an award-winning, best-selling author, and he empowers people to build empathy and be better at the work they do and the people they are.

They delve deep into empathy, what it is and isn't, why it's so critical in our personal and work life, and how to develop it so it too can be your superpower. The discussion emphasizes that empathy is not just a "nice to have," in fact, its absence is actually the reason companies lose millions and millions of dollars every year.

Rob walks us through the 5 Steps to Empathy that can help you dissolve any conflict and come out on the other side more connected, more powerful, and more effective. He also shares a simple but profound technique called the Curious Breath, which is a quick reset that takes you from reactive to thoughtful, from spiraling to strategic.


Episode Breakdown:

03:33 A miracle of life, Judy Garland, and a lot of empathy

08:08 Listen to your intuition to connect with others

10:32 The development of empathy and a real-life example

15:05 Why empathy is so critical in all facets of life

18:31 Fusing the head and the heart to connect and build empathy 

21:45 The current empathy crisis in a polarized, angry society

24:31 Empaths: when empathy can quickly become too much

28:18 Go from reacting to responding with a curious breath

32:52 The 5 Steps to Empathy

35:06 How to dismantle judgment so it stops getting in your way

43:56 Choosing to ask questions differently and ditching "Why?"

48:59 What active listening looks like and some exercises to help

55:40 Play the ice cream game and integrate different points of view

1:02:45 Put yourself in the other person's shoes to imagine solutions 

1:04:07 How people rallied around Rob after a recent injury

1:07:01 What to do today to start your empathy journey

1:07:42 A letter to Rob Volpe’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

TikTok

Instagram

Get the book, Tell Me More About That.

You can find more content about Rob's cats – Domino, Barnabas, and Solitaire – here.

Check out the Empathy Circle.


Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

]]>Empathy: 5 Steps to Develop DEEP EMPATHY and Fuel Leadership, Trust, and Innovation with Legend Rob VolpeHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavi...Howie Chanfull4239falseHow Can I help you? Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Rob Volpe, the empathy activist. He is the Founder and Chairman of Ignite 360, an award-winning, best-selling author, and he empowers people to build empathy and be better at the work they do and the people they are. They delve deep into empathy, what it is and isn't, why it's so critical in our personal and work life, and how to develop it so it too can be your superpower. The discussion emphasizes that empathy is not just a "nice to have," in fact, its absence is actually the reason companies lose millions and millions of dollars every year. Rob walks us through the 5 Steps to Empathy that can help you dissolve any conflict and come out on the other side more connected, more powerful, and more effective. He also shares a simple but profound technique called the Curious Breath, which is a quick reset that takes you from reactive to thoughtful, from spiraling to strategic. Episode Breakdown: 03:33 A miracle of life, Judy Garland, and a lot of empathy 08:08 Listen to your intuition to connect with others 10:32 The development of empathy and a real-life example 15:05 Why empathy is so critical in all facets of life 18:31 Fusing the head and the heart to connect and build empathy  21:45 The current empathy crisis in a polarized, angry society 24:31 Empaths: when empathy can quickly become too much 28:18 Go from reacting to responding with a curious breath 32:52 The 5 Steps to Empathy 35:06 How to dismantle judgment so it stops getting in your way 43:56 Choosing to ask questions differently and ditching "Why?" 48:59 What active listening looks like and some exercises to help 55:40 Play the ice cream game and integrate different points of view 1:02:45 Put yourself in the other person's shoes to imagine solutions  1:04:07 How people rallied around Rob after a recent injury 1:07:01 What to do today to start your empathy journey 1:07:42 A letter to Rob Volpe’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn TikTok Instagram Get the book, Tell Me More About That. You can find more content about Rob's cats – Domino, Barnabas, and Solitaire – here. Check out the Empathy Circle. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Growth and Success: BRAGGING is Not a Dirty Word, It's A Path to OPPORTUNITY with Legend Lisa BraggHow Can I help you? Want to go from unknown to unforgettable in 44 simple steps? Check out my Personal Brand Checklist. In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Lisa Bragg, a strategic visibility expert, a former broadcast journalist turned entrepreneur, and author of Bragging Rights. They delve into how great work won't speak for itself and how self-advocacy is the superpower that will allow you to be seen, to influence, lead, and create lasting impact. The discussion emphasizes that if you're not bragging or self-promoting, you're getting left behind. Lisa provides us with your roadmap out of hiding. She shares easy first steps and strategies to start bragging the right way, the pitfalls to avoid on your path to standing out, and gives you the push you need to start advocating for yourself today. Episode Breakdown: 03:26 The value of sparkle and showing up with shine, shimmer, and bravery 08:21 The evolution of the word brag into something negative 10:10 The biggest lie we've been told about bragging 10:55 What makes bragging either icky or not 15:04 When bragging goes wrong 17:33 Easy first steps to start bragging the right way 22:08 Lisa guides Howie through reaching potential podcasting guests 27:43 Self-promotion, effectively reaching out cold, and opening doors 33:42 The importance of amplifying what you're doing again and again 38:22 Overcoming internal barriers to bragging 39:58 Why your work won't speak for itself 43:48 The risks and rewards of standing out 46:05 Don't humble brag, do this instead 49:21 The power of sharing the story behind everything 52:16 Stop holding back, start advocating for yourself today 56:06 How to avoid over-bragging 57:42 Always think of your audience and don't make things up 1:02:34 Find the shortcut to your future through self-advocacy 1:07:08 A letter to Lisa Bragg’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Instagram Get the book, Bragging Rights. Catch up with my interview with Fotini Iconomopoulos. Legendary Quotes: “ It's not a Me, Me, Me journey when we are doing bragging and self-promoting. It's really how do I make sure that people know where I am of service and then how do I bring other people along the way.” – Lisa Bragg “ You don't have to constantly start something brand new all the time. We don't have to have a million ideas. We can just even have one really solid idea. And be known for that over and over again. That'll give you influence.” – Lisa Bragg Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.258e1ba63dfd293fd31f18d8b28ffc518d26056fTue, 19 Aug 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


Want to go from unknown to unforgettable in 44 simple steps?

Check out my Personal Brand Checklist.


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Lisa Bragg, a strategic visibility expert, a former broadcast journalist turned entrepreneur, and author of Bragging Rights. They delve into how great work won't speak for itself and how self-advocacy is the superpower that will allow you to be seen, to influence, lead, and create lasting impact.

The discussion emphasizes that if you're not bragging or self-promoting, you're getting left behind. Lisa provides us with your roadmap out of hiding. She shares easy first steps and strategies to start bragging the right way, the pitfalls to avoid on your path to standing out, and gives you the push you need to start advocating for yourself today.


Episode Breakdown:

03:26 The value of sparkle and showing up with shine, shimmer, and bravery

08:21 The evolution of the word brag into something negative

10:10 The biggest lie we've been told about bragging

10:55 What makes bragging either icky or not

15:04 When bragging goes wrong

17:33 Easy first steps to start bragging the right way

22:08 Lisa guides Howie through reaching potential podcasting guests

27:43 Self-promotion, effectively reaching out cold, and opening doors

33:42 The importance of amplifying what you're doing again and again

38:22 Overcoming internal barriers to bragging

39:58 Why your work won't speak for itself

43:48 The risks and rewards of standing out

46:05 Don't humble brag, do this instead

49:21 The power of sharing the story behind everything

52:16 Stop holding back, start advocating for yourself today

56:06 How to avoid over-bragging

57:42 Always think of your audience and don't make things up

1:02:34 Find the shortcut to your future through self-advocacy

1:07:08 A letter to Lisa Bragg’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

Instagram

Get the book, Bragging Rights.

Catch up with my interview with Fotini Iconomopoulos.


Legendary Quotes:

“ It's not a Me, Me, Me journey when we are doing bragging and self-promoting. It's really how do I make sure that people know where I am of service and then how do I bring other people along the way.” – Lisa Bragg

“ You don't have to constantly start something brand new all the time. We don't have to have a million ideas. We can just even have one really solid idea. And be known for that over and over again. That'll give you influence.” – Lisa Bragg



Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

]]>Growth and Success: BRAGGING is Not a Dirty Word, It's A Path to OPPORTUNITY with Legend Lisa BraggHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) Want to go from unknown to unforgettable in 44 simple steps? Check out my Personal B...Howie Chanfull4252falseHow Can I help you? Want to go from unknown to unforgettable in 44 simple steps? Check out my Personal Brand Checklist. In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Lisa Bragg, a strategic visibility expert, a former broadcast journalist turned entrepreneur, and author of Bragging Rights. They delve into how great work won't speak for itself and how self-advocacy is the superpower that will allow you to be seen, to influence, lead, and create lasting impact. The discussion emphasizes that if you're not bragging or self-promoting, you're getting left behind. Lisa provides us with your roadmap out of hiding. She shares easy first steps and strategies to start bragging the right way, the pitfalls to avoid on your path to standing out, and gives you the push you need to start advocating for yourself today. Episode Breakdown: 03:26 The value of sparkle and showing up with shine, shimmer, and bravery 08:21 The evolution of the word brag into something negative 10:10 The biggest lie we've been told about bragging 10:55 What makes bragging either icky or not 15:04 When bragging goes wrong 17:33 Easy first steps to start bragging the right way 22:08 Lisa guides Howie through reaching potential podcasting guests 27:43 Self-promotion, effectively reaching out cold, and opening doors 33:42 The importance of amplifying what you're doing again and again 38:22 Overcoming internal barriers to bragging 39:58 Why your work won't speak for itself 43:48 The risks and rewards of standing out 46:05 Don't humble brag, do this instead 49:21 The power of sharing the story behind everything 52:16 Stop holding back, start advocating for yourself today 56:06 How to avoid over-bragging 57:42 Always think of your audience and don't make things up 1:02:34 Find the shortcut to your future through self-advocacy 1:07:08 A letter to Lisa Bragg’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Instagram Get the book, Bragging Rights. Catch up with my interview with Fotini Iconomopoulos. Legendary Quotes: “ It's not a Me, Me, Me journey when we are doing bragging and self-promoting. It's really how do I make sure that people know where I am of service and then how do I bring other people along the way.” – Lisa Bragg “ You don't have to constantly start something brand new all the time. We don't have to have a million ideas. We can just even have one really solid idea. And be known for that over and over again. That'll give you influence.” – Lisa Bragg Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Branding: Define Your Unique Edge, Start Showing Up Differently, and Become UNFORGETTABLE [SOLO SESH]How Can I help you? Want to go from unknown to unforgettable in 44 simple steps? Check out my Personal Brand Checklist. In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. In a series of short episodes - Solo Sesh (sessions), he is bringing you the best strategies and ideas from scientific studies and the legends among us, so you can live your version of legendary. He delves into  why your brain fights against being different, why being unique isn't just a fluffy brand exercise, it's actually science, and how to define your edge and your ability to show up different in a sea of sameness. The discussion emphasizes that if you don't stand out,  you will not get attention, you will not be able to influence, and you will not be able to get where you're trying to go. Howie provides some neuroscience insights and a three-step framework to help you figure out YOUR different, which he backs up with powerful stories of brands that managed to step out of the crowd. Episode Breakdown: 02:25 Why being different is so hard 03:23 Salience: what our brains are actually designed to notice 04:50 The story of an intensely unique brand that broke through 07:22 Step 1: Study the competition 09:46 Step 2: Find the opportunity 11:20 Step 3: Test the edge 12:17 How to break the psychological barrier and stand out the right way 15:07 What's one unique thing that could change your trajectory ? From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram Learn more about Liquid Death here. Legendary Quotes: “ If you say the same things, if you show up the same way, it's all gonna blend into the background. So you will not get attention, you will not be able to influence, you will not be able to get where you're trying to go.” – Howie Chan “ The irony is this: the very thing you fear sharing the thing that makes you feel that you are weird, you're different, you're being cast out, is the thing that people will thank you for.” – Howie Chan " Sameness is safe. Different gets remembered. Always–different is better than being better." – Howie Chan It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.975059ff44096bd19ea83346a909db70a562f55bTue, 12 Aug 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


Want to go from unknown to unforgettable in 44 simple steps?

Check out my Personal Brand Checklist.


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. In a series of short episodes - Solo Sesh (sessions), he is bringing you the best strategies and ideas from scientific studies and the legends among us, so you can live your version of legendary.

He delves into  why your brain fights against being different, why being unique isn't just a fluffy brand exercise, it's actually science, and how to define your edge and your ability to show up different in a sea of sameness.

The discussion emphasizes that if you don't stand out,  you will not get attention, you will not be able to influence, and you will not be able to get where you're trying to go. Howie provides some neuroscience insights and a three-step framework to help you figure out YOUR different, which he backs up with powerful stories of brands that managed to step out of the crowd.


Episode Breakdown:

02:25 Why being different is so hard

03:23 Salience: what our brains are actually designed to notice

04:50 The story of an intensely unique brand that broke through

07:22 Step 1: Study the competition

09:46 Step 2: Find the opportunity

11:20 Step 3: Test the edge

12:17 How to break the psychological barrier and stand out the right way

15:07 What's one unique thing that could change your trajectory ?


From Me:

Website

LinkedIn

Instagram

Learn more about Liquid Death here.


Legendary Quotes:

“ If you say the same things, if you show up the same way, it's all gonna blend into the background. So you will not get attention, you will not be able to influence, you will not be able to get where you're trying to go.” – Howie Chan

“ The irony is this: the very thing you fear sharing the thing that makes you feel that you are weird, you're different, you're being cast out, is the thing that people will thank you for.” – Howie Chan

" Sameness is safe. Different gets remembered. Always–different is better than being better." – Howie Chan


It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽

Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology.


Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review!

Produced by Ideablossoms.


Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

]]>Branding: Define Your Unique Edge, Start Showing Up Differently, and Become UNFORGETTABLE [SOLO SESH]How Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) Want to go from unknown to unforgettable in 44 simple steps? Check out my Personal B...Howie Chanfull1084falseHow Can I help you? Want to go from unknown to unforgettable in 44 simple steps? Check out my Personal Brand Checklist. In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. In a series of short episodes - Solo Sesh (sessions), he is bringing you the best strategies and ideas from scientific studies and the legends among us, so you can live your version of legendary. He delves into  why your brain fights against being different, why being unique isn't just a fluffy brand exercise, it's actually science, and how to define your edge and your ability to show up different in a sea of sameness. The discussion emphasizes that if you don't stand out,  you will not get attention, you will not be able to influence, and you will not be able to get where you're trying to go. Howie provides some neuroscience insights and a three-step framework to help you figure out YOUR different, which he backs up with powerful stories of brands that managed to step out of the crowd. Episode Breakdown: 02:25 Why being different is so hard 03:23 Salience: what our brains are actually designed to notice 04:50 The story of an intensely unique brand that broke through 07:22 Step 1: Study the competition 09:46 Step 2: Find the opportunity 11:20 Step 3: Test the edge 12:17 How to break the psychological barrier and stand out the right way 15:07 What's one unique thing that could change your trajectory ? From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram Learn more about Liquid Death here. Legendary Quotes: “ If you say the same things, if you show up the same way, it's all gonna blend into the background. So you will not get attention, you will not be able to influence, you will not be able to get where you're trying to go.” – Howie Chan “ The irony is this: the very thing you fear sharing the thing that makes you feel that you are weird, you're different, you're being cast out, is the thing that people will thank you for.” – Howie Chan " Sameness is safe. Different gets remembered. Always–different is better than being better." – Howie Chan It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Influence: How Persuasion Can Lead to Happiness and the Three Must Haves to Influence Without Manipulation with Legend Brian AhearnHow Can I help you? Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Brian Ahearn,  one of only a dozen people in the world certified to teach Dr. Robert Cialdini's method, and who has trained thousands of professionals on how to ethically move people to action. They delve into how to become more persuasive by serving instead of manipulating, as well as the everyday influence that shapes our lives. The discussion emphasizes the importance of not only learning or teaching the principles of ethical influence but also living them out. Brian provides powerful models and frameworks to help you apply the principles of persuasion and influence, such as the T.I.M.E. method, the DEAL Model, and the Core Motive Model. He also shares how all of this can be used in real-life situations with stories of how he has successfully used these principles himself. Episode Breakdown: 03:08 The impact of Brian's personal mission statement 05:58 Brian's journey to learning Cialdini's work and teaching it 11:48  What it takes to be an ethical influencer 14:26 The benefit of establishing genuine relationships 16:02 Don't forget to focus on what actually matters 17:53 How Pre-suasion can make all the difference 22:38 Using the T.I.M.E. framework to set the stage for persuasion 28:01 The seven principles of influence in practice 30:19 Powerful models and frameworks to help you apply the principles 33:00 How using sticky notes can completely change the game 37:39 Combining and amplifying different principles of influence 42:29 The "8th principle": building and leveraging a strong personal brand 50:11 The true power of the relationship part and ways to nurture them 55:22 How Brian lives out his brand and the  principles of influence 57:46  The most powerful principle to influence ourselves 1:00:19 Consistency, belief, identity, and attentiveness 1:05:19 Increase the happiness at home with this advice 1:08:06 A letter to Brian Ahearn’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube Facebook Get the InfluencePEOPLE Books. Watch Brian's TEDxNewAlbany Talk. Catch up with my interview with Will Storr. Also, catch up with my interview with our mutual friend, Steve Martin. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.67a4fd78d9477e493b5ff4ab67f03fed40f7d17eTue, 05 Aug 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans?

Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course.


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Brian Ahearn,  one of only a dozen people in the world certified to teach Dr. Robert Cialdini's method, and who has trained thousands of professionals on how to ethically move people to action.

They delve into how to become more persuasive by serving instead of manipulating, as well as the everyday influence that shapes our lives. The discussion emphasizes the importance of not only learning or teaching the principles of ethical influence but also living them out.

Brian provides powerful models and frameworks to help you apply the principles of persuasion and influence, such as the T.I.M.E. method, the DEAL Model, and the Core Motive Model. He also shares how all of this can be used in real-life situations with stories of how he has successfully used these principles himself.


Episode Breakdown:

03:08 The impact of Brian's personal mission statement

05:58 Brian's journey to learning Cialdini's work and teaching it

11:48  What it takes to be an ethical influencer

14:26 The benefit of establishing genuine relationships

16:02 Don't forget to focus on what actually matters

17:53 How Pre-suasion can make all the difference

22:38 Using the T.I.M.E. framework to set the stage for persuasion

28:01 The seven principles of influence in practice

30:19 Powerful models and frameworks to help you apply the principles

33:00 How using sticky notes can completely change the game

37:39 Combining and amplifying different principles of influence

42:29 The "8th principle": building and leveraging a strong personal brand

50:11 The true power of the relationship part and ways to nurture them

55:22 How Brian lives out his brand and the  principles of influence

57:46  The most powerful principle to influence ourselves

1:00:19 Consistency, belief, identity, and attentiveness

1:05:19 Increase the happiness at home with this advice

1:08:06 A letter to Brian Ahearn’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

Youtube

Facebook

Get the InfluencePEOPLE Books.

Watch Brian's TEDxNewAlbany Talk.

Catch up with my interview with Will Storr.

Also, catch up with my interview with our mutual friend, Steve Martin.


Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

]]>Influence: How Persuasion Can Lead to Happiness and the Three Must Haves to Influence Without Manipulation with Legend Brian AhearnHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavi...Howie Chanfull4292falseHow Can I help you? Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Brian Ahearn,  one of only a dozen people in the world certified to teach Dr. Robert Cialdini's method, and who has trained thousands of professionals on how to ethically move people to action. They delve into how to become more persuasive by serving instead of manipulating, as well as the everyday influence that shapes our lives. The discussion emphasizes the importance of not only learning or teaching the principles of ethical influence but also living them out. Brian provides powerful models and frameworks to help you apply the principles of persuasion and influence, such as the T.I.M.E. method, the DEAL Model, and the Core Motive Model. He also shares how all of this can be used in real-life situations with stories of how he has successfully used these principles himself. Episode Breakdown: 03:08 The impact of Brian's personal mission statement 05:58 Brian's journey to learning Cialdini's work and teaching it 11:48  What it takes to be an ethical influencer 14:26 The benefit of establishing genuine relationships 16:02 Don't forget to focus on what actually matters 17:53 How Pre-suasion can make all the difference 22:38 Using the T.I.M.E. framework to set the stage for persuasion 28:01 The seven principles of influence in practice 30:19 Powerful models and frameworks to help you apply the principles 33:00 How using sticky notes can completely change the game 37:39 Combining and amplifying different principles of influence 42:29 The "8th principle": building and leveraging a strong personal brand 50:11 The true power of the relationship part and ways to nurture them 55:22 How Brian lives out his brand and the  principles of influence 57:46  The most powerful principle to influence ourselves 1:00:19 Consistency, belief, identity, and attentiveness 1:05:19 Increase the happiness at home with this advice 1:08:06 A letter to Brian Ahearn’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube Facebook Get the InfluencePEOPLE Books. Watch Brian's TEDxNewAlbany Talk. Catch up with my interview with Will Storr. Also, catch up with my interview with our mutual friend, Steve Martin. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Influence: The BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE Secrets to Higher Profits, More Yeses, and Bulletproof Goals with Legend Melina PalmerHow Can I help you? Want to go from unknown to unforgettable in 44 simple steps? Check out my Personal Brand Checklist. In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Melina Palmer, the founder of The Brainy Business and  the translator between brain science and business strategy. They delve into  how behavioral science can make you more influential in business and beyond. The discussion emphasizes  that true influence lies in understanding how people think, not just what they say. Melina unlocks some of our brains' secrets so you can have a greater impact on the choices that people make, including your own, without being manipulative. She also shares the truth about pricing so you can be paid what you're worth. Episode Breakdown: 03:00 The power of music and Melina's relationship with it 06:57 Approaching the world with thoughtfulness and curiosity 10:04 Ways you can get in the way of your goals and how to turn this around 14:00 What makes Melina (and others) reject LinkedIn connection requests 16:10 The two systems of the brain, and which one you need to sell to 19:52 A strategy that works for influencing choices and one that doesn't 21:46 What you need to understand to be able to nudge people into action 26:29 Essential steps to get more listeners for your podcast 32:46 The truth about profitable pricing 37:01 Overcome the hesitation and fear behind raising your prices 40:45 The "I'll Start Monday" Effect and how to set better goals 44:47 How Melina helps clients effectively incorporate changes 47:15 Time-saving strategies for thoughtful and effective communication 53:03 How to not only get people's attention but also be remembered 56:15 When shifting one little thing changes everything 1:01:33 Lessons from solving escape rooms  1:04:53 A letter to Melina Palmer’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube Facebook Instagram Get the book "What Your Customer Wants and Can't Tell You" and more. Listen to The Brainy Business Podcast. Watch Melina's TEDxPortland Talk. Catch up with my interview with Nelson Dellis in episode 14 of the podcast. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.f91ec2c73f8b532cdb260c7afa6c9795e49c9944Tue, 29 Jul 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


Want to go from unknown to unforgettable in 44 simple steps?

Check out my Personal Brand Checklist.


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Melina Palmer, the founder of The Brainy Business and  the translator between brain science and business strategy. They delve into  how behavioral science can make you more influential in business and beyond.

The discussion emphasizes  that true influence lies in understanding how people think, not just what they say. Melina unlocks some of our brains' secrets so you can have a greater impact on the choices that people make, including your own, without being manipulative. She also shares the truth about pricing so you can be paid what you're worth.


Episode Breakdown:

03:00 The power of music and Melina's relationship with it

06:57 Approaching the world with thoughtfulness and curiosity

10:04 Ways you can get in the way of your goals and how to turn this around

14:00 What makes Melina (and others) reject LinkedIn connection requests

16:10 The two systems of the brain, and which one you need to sell to

19:52 A strategy that works for influencing choices and one that doesn't

21:46 What you need to understand to be able to nudge people into action

26:29 Essential steps to get more listeners for your podcast

32:46 The truth about profitable pricing

37:01 Overcome the hesitation and fear behind raising your prices

40:45 The "I'll Start Monday" Effect and how to set better goals

44:47 How Melina helps clients effectively incorporate changes

47:15 Time-saving strategies for thoughtful and effective communication

53:03 How to not only get people's attention but also be remembered

56:15 When shifting one little thing changes everything

1:01:33 Lessons from solving escape rooms 

1:04:53 A letter to Melina Palmer’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

Youtube

Facebook

Instagram

Get the book "What Your Customer Wants and Can't Tell You" and more.

Listen to The Brainy Business Podcast.

Watch Melina's TEDxPortland Talk.

Catch up with my interview with Nelson Dellis in episode 14 of the podcast.



Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

]]>Influence: The BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE Secrets to Higher Profits, More Yeses, and Bulletproof Goals with Legend Melina PalmerHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) Want to go from unknown to unforgettable in 44 simple steps? Check out my Personal B...Howie Chanfull4015falseHow Can I help you? Want to go from unknown to unforgettable in 44 simple steps? Check out my Personal Brand Checklist. In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Melina Palmer, the founder of The Brainy Business and  the translator between brain science and business strategy. They delve into  how behavioral science can make you more influential in business and beyond. The discussion emphasizes  that true influence lies in understanding how people think, not just what they say. Melina unlocks some of our brains' secrets so you can have a greater impact on the choices that people make, including your own, without being manipulative. She also shares the truth about pricing so you can be paid what you're worth. Episode Breakdown: 03:00 The power of music and Melina's relationship with it 06:57 Approaching the world with thoughtfulness and curiosity 10:04 Ways you can get in the way of your goals and how to turn this around 14:00 What makes Melina (and others) reject LinkedIn connection requests 16:10 The two systems of the brain, and which one you need to sell to 19:52 A strategy that works for influencing choices and one that doesn't 21:46 What you need to understand to be able to nudge people into action 26:29 Essential steps to get more listeners for your podcast 32:46 The truth about profitable pricing 37:01 Overcome the hesitation and fear behind raising your prices 40:45 The "I'll Start Monday" Effect and how to set better goals 44:47 How Melina helps clients effectively incorporate changes 47:15 Time-saving strategies for thoughtful and effective communication 53:03 How to not only get people's attention but also be remembered 56:15 When shifting one little thing changes everything 1:01:33 Lessons from solving escape rooms  1:04:53 A letter to Melina Palmer’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube Facebook Instagram Get the book "What Your Customer Wants and Can't Tell You" and more. Listen to The Brainy Business Podcast. Watch Melina's TEDxPortland Talk. Catch up with my interview with Nelson Dellis in episode 14 of the podcast. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Influence: Become a Powerful LEADER and INFLUENCER By Creating a Speak-Up Culture with Legend Stephen ShedletzkyHow Can I help you? Want to go from unknown to unforgettable in 44 simple steps? Check out my Personal Brand Checklist. In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Stephen Shedletzky,  a global keynote speaker, a leadership coach, and the author of Speak Up Culture, a book that's redefining how we think about psychological safety and organizational influence.  They delve into leadership, influence, and, more specifically, how to create a speak-up culture that empowers and impacts change, whether in one-to-one conversations, within our families, communities, or companies. The discussion emphasizes that influence doesn't start when you talk; it starts when others feel they can. Stephen provides the key to effective influence, as well as powerful, tactical insights on how anyone can build cultures where people actually want to speak up and leadership is strong.  Episode Breakdown: 03:21 The peak and valley experiences in the pursuit of fulfillment 08:25 Shed's journey of overcoming a stutter and using his own voice 15:44 Incorporate ideas and actions of others into your life in your own way 18:17 Powerful lessons from working with Simon Sinek 22:50 The definition of a speak-up culture 27:57 What a speak-up culture is not and what it actually entails 30:35 Curiosity and understanding others are key to effective influence  32:36 Don't just pitch to prospects, create a speak-up culture 38:10 How to create a healthy speak-up culture at scale 44:34 Influence and leadership versus extroversion and charisma 46:47 How to scale the experience and the impact of a community  49:46 Creating a speak-up culture at home and other parenting tips 56:07 Shed's definition of leadership and what makes a leader good or bad 1:04:53 A letter to Stephen Shedletzky’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube X Instagram Get the book, Speak-Up Culture. Learn more about Dr. Beccky Kennedy's Good Inside parenting support. It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.60106837c3ee049074df3ed771d31554a031ab49Tue, 22 Jul 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


Want to go from unknown to unforgettable in 44 simple steps?

Check out my Personal Brand Checklist.


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Stephen Shedletzky,  a global keynote speaker, a leadership coach, and the author of Speak Up Culture, a book that's redefining how we think about psychological safety and organizational influence. 

They delve into leadership, influence, and, more specifically, how to create a speak-up culture that empowers and impacts change, whether in one-to-one conversations, within our families, communities, or companies.

The discussion emphasizes that influence doesn't start when you talk; it starts when others feel they can. Stephen provides the key to effective influence, as well as powerful, tactical insights on how anyone can build cultures where people actually want to speak up and leadership is strong. 


Episode Breakdown:

03:21 The peak and valley experiences in the pursuit of fulfillment

08:25 Shed's journey of overcoming a stutter and using his own voice

15:44 Incorporate ideas and actions of others into your life in your own way

18:17 Powerful lessons from working with Simon Sinek

22:50 The definition of a speak-up culture

27:57 What a speak-up culture is not and what it actually entails

30:35 Curiosity and understanding others are key to effective influence 

32:36 Don't just pitch to prospects, create a speak-up culture

38:10 How to create a healthy speak-up culture at scale

44:34 Influence and leadership versus extroversion and charisma

46:47 How to scale the experience and the impact of a community 

49:46 Creating a speak-up culture at home and other parenting tips

56:07 Shed's definition of leadership and what makes a leader good or bad

1:04:53 A letter to Stephen Shedletzky’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

Youtube

X

Instagram

Get the book, Speak-Up Culture.

Learn more about Dr. Beccky Kennedy's Good Inside parenting support.


It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽

Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology.


Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review!


Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

]]>Influence: Become a Powerful LEADER and INFLUENCER By Creating a Speak-Up Culture with Legend Stephen ShedletzkyHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) Want to go from unknown to unforgettable in 44 simple steps? Check out my Personal B...Howie Chanfull4040falseHow Can I help you? Want to go from unknown to unforgettable in 44 simple steps? Check out my Personal Brand Checklist. In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Stephen Shedletzky,  a global keynote speaker, a leadership coach, and the author of Speak Up Culture, a book that's redefining how we think about psychological safety and organizational influence.  They delve into leadership, influence, and, more specifically, how to create a speak-up culture that empowers and impacts change, whether in one-to-one conversations, within our families, communities, or companies. The discussion emphasizes that influence doesn't start when you talk; it starts when others feel they can. Stephen provides the key to effective influence, as well as powerful, tactical insights on how anyone can build cultures where people actually want to speak up and leadership is strong.  Episode Breakdown: 03:21 The peak and valley experiences in the pursuit of fulfillment 08:25 Shed's journey of overcoming a stutter and using his own voice 15:44 Incorporate ideas and actions of others into your life in your own way 18:17 Powerful lessons from working with Simon Sinek 22:50 The definition of a speak-up culture 27:57 What a speak-up culture is not and what it actually entails 30:35 Curiosity and understanding others are key to effective influence  32:36 Don't just pitch to prospects, create a speak-up culture 38:10 How to create a healthy speak-up culture at scale 44:34 Influence and leadership versus extroversion and charisma 46:47 How to scale the experience and the impact of a community  49:46 Creating a speak-up culture at home and other parenting tips 56:07 Shed's definition of leadership and what makes a leader good or bad 1:04:53 A letter to Stephen Shedletzky’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube X Instagram Get the book, Speak-Up Culture. Learn more about Dr. Beccky Kennedy's Good Inside parenting support. It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Influence: Change Behavior Without Resistance With This Identity-Driven INFLUENCE Framework [SOLO SESH]How Can I help you? Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. In a series of short episodes - Solo Sesh (sessions), he is bringing you the best strategies and ideas from scientific studies and the legends among us, so you can live your version of legendary. He delves into identity-driven influence. The discussion emphasizes that we shouldn't try to convince people and force logic on them, we should speak to their identity instead. Howie provides a three-step framework that  will help you influence people to take an action without resistance because it's in accordance with their identity, as well as the reason why identity is the linchpin of behavior, and the benefits of this identity-based approach to influence. Episode Breakdown: 02:47 The Texan anti-littering campaign that changed the game 04:00 Why this strategic influence technique is so powerful  05:04 Step 1: Find and align with their values 07:10 Step 2: Use identity-based language 08:18 Step 3:  Start with a proof move 09:25 What identity-driven influence does From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram Legendary Quotes: “ Influence doesn't come from pushing, it comes from reflecting. So, less convincing and more speaking to who they already believe they are.” – Howie Chan “ There is this false myth that change is hard. We resist change. People actually don't resist change, they resist the behavior that feels misaligned with their identity.” – Howie Chan “ That's what identity-driven influence does. It doesn't feel like change. It just feels like acting truthfully to who they saw themselves as right from the beginning.” – Howie Chan It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.211f0eba1e4a183b3db98574576d3ef6284ee3f2Tue, 15 Jul 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


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In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. In a series of short episodes - Solo Sesh (sessions), he is bringing you the best strategies and ideas from scientific studies and the legends among us, so you can live your version of legendary.

He delves into identity-driven influence. The discussion emphasizes that we shouldn't try to convince people and force logic on them, we should speak to their identity instead.

Howie provides a three-step framework that  will help you influence people to take an action without resistance because it's in accordance with their identity, as well as the reason why identity is the linchpin of behavior, and the benefits of this identity-based approach to influence.


Episode Breakdown:

02:47 The Texan anti-littering campaign that changed the game

04:00 Why this strategic influence technique is so powerful 

05:04 Step 1: Find and align with their values

07:10 Step 2: Use identity-based language

08:18 Step 3:  Start with a proof move

09:25 What identity-driven influence does


From Me:

Website

LinkedIn

Instagram


Legendary Quotes:

“ Influence doesn't come from pushing, it comes from reflecting. So, less convincing and more speaking to who they already believe they are.” – Howie Chan

“ There is this false myth that change is hard. We resist change. People actually don't resist change, they resist the behavior that feels misaligned with their identity.” – Howie Chan

“ That's what identity-driven influence does. It doesn't feel like change. It just feels like acting truthfully to who they saw themselves as right from the beginning.” – Howie Chan


It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽

Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology.


Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review!


Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

]]>Influence: Change Behavior Without Resistance With This Identity-Driven INFLUENCE Framework [SOLO SESH]How Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavi...Howie Chanfull746falseHow Can I help you? Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. In a series of short episodes - Solo Sesh (sessions), he is bringing you the best strategies and ideas from scientific studies and the legends among us, so you can live your version of legendary. He delves into identity-driven influence. The discussion emphasizes that we shouldn't try to convince people and force logic on them, we should speak to their identity instead. Howie provides a three-step framework that  will help you influence people to take an action without resistance because it's in accordance with their identity, as well as the reason why identity is the linchpin of behavior, and the benefits of this identity-based approach to influence. Episode Breakdown: 02:47 The Texan anti-littering campaign that changed the game 04:00 Why this strategic influence technique is so powerful  05:04 Step 1: Find and align with their values 07:10 Step 2: Use identity-based language 08:18 Step 3:  Start with a proof move 09:25 What identity-driven influence does From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram Legendary Quotes: “ Influence doesn't come from pushing, it comes from reflecting. So, less convincing and more speaking to who they already believe they are.” – Howie Chan “ There is this false myth that change is hard. We resist change. People actually don't resist change, they resist the behavior that feels misaligned with their identity.” – Howie Chan “ That's what identity-driven influence does. It doesn't feel like change. It just feels like acting truthfully to who they saw themselves as right from the beginning.” – Howie Chan It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Storytelling for Business: HACK the Science of Perfect Storytelling with TED Speaker Karen EberHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Karen Eber, a storyteller, author, TED and Keynote speaker, and leadership consultant who has educated and inspired over three million globally. They delve into storytelling for business - and the fact that it's not just an art, it's also a science that can be applied to amplify your message and  move people, not just inform them. The discussion emphasizes that great storytelling isn't about you, it's about your audience and truly connecting with them. Karen provides the science behind storytelling, ways to hack the five factory settings of the brain, debunks common myths, and a step-by-step guide on how to put together a compelling story, either beforehand or on the fly. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Episode Breakdown: 03:28 Karen's story of culture and tradition in the Marching Chiefs 06:07 How stories influence our brains and decisions 09:55 Leverage the power of internal stories 15:38 The do's and don'ts of effective storytelling for diverse audiences 19:03 Harness the 5 factory settings of the brain to hack the art of storytelling 28:45 Make people pay attention with this tip 30:00 Putting together the perfect story about the power of branding for skeptics 45:46 What relatable conflict actually looks like 48:39 Use prepared stories, but always connect them to the audience 51:15 How to structure the perfect story on the fly 54:36 Don't rely on just one epic story, and beware of this common mistake 1:00:06 Disco balls, fun metaphors, and visual aids 1:02:53 When to tell and when not to tell stories 1:04:47 A letter to Karen Eber’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube Instagram Get the book, The Perfect Story. Watch Karen's blockbuster TED Talk. Legendary Quotes: “ What neuroscientists have found is that we do make decisions subconsciously based on our long-term memory of knowledge and experiences, and these emotions and stories connect to that and can help shape people's decision making.” – Karen Eber “ When you hear somebody talking and they're really using interesting language, interesting expressions, the brain pays attention. So, don't be afraid to be unique in what you're saying.” – Karen Eber Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.232ea931647fcbc7c19273135080319cc8b40651Tue, 08 Jul 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Karen Eber, a storyteller, author, TED and Keynote speaker, and leadership consultant who has educated and inspired over three million globally. They delve into storytelling for business - and the fact that it's not just an art, it's also a science that can be applied to amplify your message and  move people, not just inform them.


The discussion emphasizes that great storytelling isn't about you, it's about your audience and truly connecting with them. Karen provides the science behind storytelling, ways to hack the five factory settings of the brain, debunks common myths, and a step-by-step guide on how to put together a compelling story, either beforehand or on the fly.


Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans?

Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course.


 Episode Breakdown:

03:28 Karen's story of culture and tradition in the Marching Chiefs

06:07 How stories influence our brains and decisions

09:55 Leverage the power of internal stories

15:38 The do's and don'ts of effective storytelling for diverse audiences

19:03 Harness the 5 factory settings of the brain to hack the art of storytelling

28:45 Make people pay attention with this tip

30:00 Putting together the perfect story about the power of branding for skeptics

45:46 What relatable conflict actually looks like

48:39 Use prepared stories, but always connect them to the audience

51:15 How to structure the perfect story on the fly

54:36 Don't rely on just one epic story, and beware of this common mistake

1:00:06 Disco balls, fun metaphors, and visual aids

1:02:53 When to tell and when not to tell stories

1:04:47 A letter to Karen Eber’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

Youtube

Instagram

Get the book, The Perfect Story.

Watch Karen's blockbuster TED Talk.


Legendary Quotes:

“ What neuroscientists have found is that we do make decisions subconsciously based on our long-term memory of knowledge and experiences, and these emotions and stories connect to that and can help shape people's decision making.” – Karen Eber

“ When you hear somebody talking and they're really using interesting language, interesting expressions, the brain pays attention. So, don't be afraid to be unique in what you're saying.” – Karen Eber


Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review!

Produced by Ideablossoms.


Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

]]>Storytelling for Business: HACK the Science of Perfect Storytelling with TED Speaker Karen EberHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Karen Eber,...Howie Chanfull4134falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Karen Eber, a storyteller, author, TED and Keynote speaker, and leadership consultant who has educated and inspired over three million globally. They delve into storytelling for business - and the fact that it's not just an art, it's also a science that can be applied to amplify your message and  move people, not just inform them. The discussion emphasizes that great storytelling isn't about you, it's about your audience and truly connecting with them. Karen provides the science behind storytelling, ways to hack the five factory settings of the brain, debunks common myths, and a step-by-step guide on how to put together a compelling story, either beforehand or on the fly. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Episode Breakdown: 03:28 Karen's story of culture and tradition in the Marching Chiefs 06:07 How stories influence our brains and decisions 09:55 Leverage the power of internal stories 15:38 The do's and don'ts of effective storytelling for diverse audiences 19:03 Harness the 5 factory settings of the brain to hack the art of storytelling 28:45 Make people pay attention with this tip 30:00 Putting together the perfect story about the power of branding for skeptics 45:46 What relatable conflict actually looks like 48:39 Use prepared stories, but always connect them to the audience 51:15 How to structure the perfect story on the fly 54:36 Don't rely on just one epic story, and beware of this common mistake 1:00:06 Disco balls, fun metaphors, and visual aids 1:02:53 When to tell and when not to tell stories 1:04:47 A letter to Karen Eber’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube Instagram Get the book, The Perfect Story. Watch Karen's blockbuster TED Talk. Legendary Quotes: “ What neuroscientists have found is that we do make decisions subconsciously based on our long-term memory of knowledge and experiences, and these emotions and stories connect to that and can help shape people's decision making.” – Karen Eber “ When you hear somebody talking and they're really using interesting language, interesting expressions, the brain pays attention. So, don't be afraid to be unique in what you're saying.” – Karen Eber Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Lifelong Growth: Unlock the Life You Actually WANT! with Simon Alexander OngHow Can I help you? Want to go from unknown to unforgettable in 44 simple steps? Check out my Personal Brand Checklist. In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Simon Alexander,  a life coach, a bestselling author, speaker, and guide for thousands of people seeking more energy, more clarity, and more impact. They delve into how you can step away from being a minor character in someone else's journey and step into being the hero of the story you actually want to live. The discussion emphasizes that  we don't need to wait for clarity to take action because we gain clarity through  awareness, curiosity, and the willingness to experiment. So, don't wait. Simon provides poignant questions to help you break free from autopilot, get crystal clear on what you want, and stand out on the path you choose. He also shows the importance of caring for our energy levels across all four dimensions – physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual – instead of just the physical. Episode Breakdown: 03:29 A profound message to help get you through challenging times 07:26 Why you're stuck in autopilot and how to effectively break free 11:41 Self-awareness and redesigning your environment for success 13:57 How to become more self-aware (without hitting rock bottom) 16:41 The Lehman Brothers collapse: a blessing in disguise  20:36  Find out what you truly want through curiosity 27:03 How to stand out amongst the noise 30:41 Will you be replaced by the rise of AI? 34:13 Collapse the gap between the life you're living and the life you want 38:15 The path to abundance: gratitude 41:14 An exercise to tap into who you really are and find alignment 43:18 What stops us from moving towards the life we know we want 45:00 Being afraid of our power and the real challenge of being successful 47:53 Happiness and achievement are not one and the same 52:14 Three questions to unlock the path to the life you want 56:39 What Simon's late mother would say about his chosen path 58:25 A letter to Simon Alexander’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Instagram Get the book, Energize. Check out Simon's LinkedIn post from a year ago. Watch Simon's first YouTube video. Catch up with my interview with Will Storr in episode 17 of the podcast. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.4e1aa638e88a655a1555019e9a9c09114333aa1eTue, 01 Jul 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


Want to go from unknown to unforgettable in 44 simple steps?

Check out my Personal Brand Checklist.


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Simon Alexander,  a life coach, a bestselling author, speaker, and guide for thousands of people seeking more energy, more clarity, and more impact.

They delve into how you can step away from being a minor character in someone else's journey and step into being the hero of the story you actually want to live. The discussion emphasizes that  we don't need to wait for clarity to take action because we gain clarity through  awareness, curiosity, and the willingness to experiment. So, don't wait.

Simon provides poignant questions to help you break free from autopilot, get crystal clear on what you want, and stand out on the path you choose. He also shows the importance of caring for our energy levels across all four dimensions – physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual – instead of just the physical.

Episode Breakdown:

03:29 A profound message to help get you through challenging times

07:26 Why you're stuck in autopilot and how to effectively break free

11:41 Self-awareness and redesigning your environment for success

13:57 How to become more self-aware (without hitting rock bottom)

16:41 The Lehman Brothers collapse: a blessing in disguise 

20:36  Find out what you truly want through curiosity

27:03 How to stand out amongst the noise

30:41 Will you be replaced by the rise of AI?

34:13 Collapse the gap between the life you're living and the life you want

38:15 The path to abundance: gratitude

41:14 An exercise to tap into who you really are and find alignment

43:18 What stops us from moving towards the life we know we want

45:00 Being afraid of our power and the real challenge of being successful

47:53 Happiness and achievement are not one and the same

52:14 Three questions to unlock the path to the life you want

56:39 What Simon's late mother would say about his chosen path

58:25 A letter to Simon Alexander’s younger self

From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

Instagram

Get the book, Energize.

Check out Simon's LinkedIn post from a year ago.

Watch Simon's first YouTube video.
Catch up with my interview with Will Storr in episode 17 of the podcast.


Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

]]>Lifelong Growth: Unlock the Life You Actually WANT! with Simon Alexander OngHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) Want to go from unknown to unforgettable in 44 simple steps? Check out my Personal B...Howie Chanfull3682falseHow Can I help you? Want to go from unknown to unforgettable in 44 simple steps? Check out my Personal Brand Checklist. In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Simon Alexander,  a life coach, a bestselling author, speaker, and guide for thousands of people seeking more energy, more clarity, and more impact. They delve into how you can step away from being a minor character in someone else's journey and step into being the hero of the story you actually want to live. The discussion emphasizes that  we don't need to wait for clarity to take action because we gain clarity through  awareness, curiosity, and the willingness to experiment. So, don't wait. Simon provides poignant questions to help you break free from autopilot, get crystal clear on what you want, and stand out on the path you choose. He also shows the importance of caring for our energy levels across all four dimensions – physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual – instead of just the physical. Episode Breakdown: 03:29 A profound message to help get you through challenging times 07:26 Why you're stuck in autopilot and how to effectively break free 11:41 Self-awareness and redesigning your environment for success 13:57 How to become more self-aware (without hitting rock bottom) 16:41 The Lehman Brothers collapse: a blessing in disguise  20:36  Find out what you truly want through curiosity 27:03 How to stand out amongst the noise 30:41 Will you be replaced by the rise of AI? 34:13 Collapse the gap between the life you're living and the life you want 38:15 The path to abundance: gratitude 41:14 An exercise to tap into who you really are and find alignment 43:18 What stops us from moving towards the life we know we want 45:00 Being afraid of our power and the real challenge of being successful 47:53 Happiness and achievement are not one and the same 52:14 Three questions to unlock the path to the life you want 56:39 What Simon's late mother would say about his chosen path 58:25 A letter to Simon Alexander’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Instagram Get the book, Energize. Check out Simon's LinkedIn post from a year ago. Watch Simon's first YouTube video. Catch up with my interview with Will Storr in episode 17 of the podcast. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.The Teamwork Doctor: Unlock Performance From Any Seat at the Table with Liane DaveyHow Can I help you? Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Dr. Liane Davey, also known as the team doctor. She's the one companies call when teams start breaking down, falling sick, and going off the deep end. They delve into what makes a team work well, why yours might be going sideways, and what you can do to change your team from any seat at the table. The discussion emphasizes that you will only change your team if you're willing to change yourself first. Liane provides some powerful frameworks that will allow you to build solid trust with others, speak truth to power and handle conflict with your boss, understand the types of toxic teams out there and how you can best change them. She also provides tips on how to deal with tension and friction within a team and a question that stops conflict in its tracks. Episode Breakdown: 04:38 Liane's badass parents and their influence on her 07:37 Finding the courage to be fully Liane in public 11:33 The counterintuitive fact that trust and connection come from vulnerability 14:44 The magic pairing: vulnerability and accountability 16:59 The 4 layers of trust and how you're probably eroding it 20:12 Building trust within complex team dynamics 22:19 The difference between a team and a community 26:19 The concept of Thought Load and how we need to protect ourselves from it 29:30 The 6 toxic team archetypes 33:22 How you can change your team from any seat at the table 36:52 Conflict debt, and Liane's journey with conflict at work 40:51 How to handle conflict with your boss and  change the trajectory of your team 46:34 Why we suck at working together and the value of getting good at it 51:00 Tips for dealing with tension and friction within a team 56:51 The truth about stoicism and accountability (they're not what you think) 59:31 The question that stops conflict in its tracks 1:03:14 A letter to Liane Davey’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube X Facebook Get the book, The Good Fight, and You First. Watch Liane's video, How To Handle Conflict With Your Boss (Step by Step). Produced by Ideablossoms. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.e56c16c9d2ea0a80b8307686a7a91150f90d1584Tue, 24 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans?

Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course.


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Dr. Liane Davey, also known as the team doctor. She's the one companies call when teams start breaking down, falling sick, and going off the deep end.

They delve into what makes a team work well, why yours might be going sideways, and what you can do to change your team from any seat at the table. The discussion emphasizes that you will only change your team if you're willing to change yourself first.

Liane provides some powerful frameworks that will allow you to build solid trust with others, speak truth to power and handle conflict with your boss, understand the types of toxic teams out there and how you can best change them. She also provides tips on how to deal with tension and friction within a team and a question that stops conflict in its tracks.


Episode Breakdown:

04:38 Liane's badass parents and their influence on her

07:37 Finding the courage to be fully Liane in public

11:33 The counterintuitive fact that trust and connection come from vulnerability

14:44 The magic pairing: vulnerability and accountability

16:59 The 4 layers of trust and how you're probably eroding it

20:12 Building trust within complex team dynamics

22:19 The difference between a team and a community

26:19 The concept of Thought Load and how we need to protect ourselves from it

29:30 The 6 toxic team archetypes

33:22 How you can change your team from any seat at the table

36:52 Conflict debt, and Liane's journey with conflict at work

40:51 How to handle conflict with your boss and  change the trajectory of your team

46:34 Why we suck at working together and the value of getting good at it

51:00 Tips for dealing with tension and friction within a team

56:51 The truth about stoicism and accountability (they're not what you think)

59:31 The question that stops conflict in its tracks

1:03:14 A letter to Liane Davey’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

Youtube

X

Facebook


Get the book, The Good Fight, and You First.

Watch Liane's video, How To Handle Conflict With Your Boss (Step by Step).


Produced by Ideablossoms.


Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

]]>The Teamwork Doctor: Unlock Performance From Any Seat at the Table with Liane DaveyHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavi...Howie Chanfull3885falseHow Can I help you? Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Dr. Liane Davey, also known as the team doctor. She's the one companies call when teams start breaking down, falling sick, and going off the deep end. They delve into what makes a team work well, why yours might be going sideways, and what you can do to change your team from any seat at the table. The discussion emphasizes that you will only change your team if you're willing to change yourself first. Liane provides some powerful frameworks that will allow you to build solid trust with others, speak truth to power and handle conflict with your boss, understand the types of toxic teams out there and how you can best change them. She also provides tips on how to deal with tension and friction within a team and a question that stops conflict in its tracks. Episode Breakdown: 04:38 Liane's badass parents and their influence on her 07:37 Finding the courage to be fully Liane in public 11:33 The counterintuitive fact that trust and connection come from vulnerability 14:44 The magic pairing: vulnerability and accountability 16:59 The 4 layers of trust and how you're probably eroding it 20:12 Building trust within complex team dynamics 22:19 The difference between a team and a community 26:19 The concept of Thought Load and how we need to protect ourselves from it 29:30 The 6 toxic team archetypes 33:22 How you can change your team from any seat at the table 36:52 Conflict debt, and Liane's journey with conflict at work 40:51 How to handle conflict with your boss and  change the trajectory of your team 46:34 Why we suck at working together and the value of getting good at it 51:00 Tips for dealing with tension and friction within a team 56:51 The truth about stoicism and accountability (they're not what you think) 59:31 The question that stops conflict in its tracks 1:03:14 A letter to Liane Davey’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube X Facebook Get the book, The Good Fight, and You First. Watch Liane's video, How To Handle Conflict With Your Boss (Step by Step). Produced by Ideablossoms. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Brand Messaging: 3 Simple MESSAGING Hacks That Will Open More Doors and Wallets [SOLO SESH]How Can I help you? In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan delves into easy and ethical ways in which we can change minds and influence a yes if we put in the effort, because your next big opportunity could hinge on a single word (or even letter). The discussion emphasizes how small changes can affect large outcomes. Howie provides  three tiny changes that you can make to your messaging and communication that will open more doors and wallets and lead to greater impact. It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. 📩 TryLegend Letters. Episode Breakdown: 02:10 The typo that changed everything 03:55 The Pratfall Effect 04:50 Influence with ethics 06:26 Tip #1: Effort 08:54 Tip #2: Specificity 09:54 Tip #3: Free to refuse From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram To see the true impact of a single letter, check out my post without the typo and the original post with the typo. Legendary Quotes: “Tiny changes can make a big difference. And most of the time we don't even know what those things are.” – Howie Chan “ I'm not talking about manipulation here. I am talking about influence with ethics, which is you're not hiding anything, you're not being untruthful in anything, but you are providing information in a way that's easier to digest, easier for people to take action.” – Howie Chan “ These tips don't work every single time. Don't use them all the time. Context is infinitely important. So, know your audience, know the context.” – Howie Chan 👍 Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.4020d51840b1c6a15bdf2e5cffe0a2a7a6fbd2faTue, 17 Jun 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan delves into easy and ethical ways in which we can change minds and influence a yes if we put in the effort, because your next big opportunity could hinge on a single word (or even letter).


The discussion emphasizes how small changes can affect large outcomes. Howie provides  three tiny changes that you can make to your messaging and communication that will open more doors and wallets and lead to greater impact.


It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽

Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology.

📩 TryLegend Letters.


Episode Breakdown:

02:10 The typo that changed everything

03:55 The Pratfall Effect

04:50 Influence with ethics

06:26 Tip #1: Effort

08:54 Tip #2: Specificity

09:54 Tip #3: Free to refuse


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Legendary Quotes:

“Tiny changes can make a big difference. And most of the time we don't even know what those things are.” – Howie Chan

“ I'm not talking about manipulation here. I am talking about influence with ethics, which is you're not hiding anything, you're not being untruthful in anything, but you are providing information in a way that's easier to digest, easier for people to take action.” – Howie Chan

“ These tips don't work every single time. Don't use them all the time. Context is infinitely important. So, know your audience, know the context.” – Howie Chan

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]]>Brand Messaging: 3 Simple MESSAGING Hacks That Will Open More Doors and Wallets [SOLO SESH]How Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan delves into easy and ethical w...Howie Chanfull751falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan delves into easy and ethical ways in which we can change minds and influence a yes if we put in the effort, because your next big opportunity could hinge on a single word (or even letter). The discussion emphasizes how small changes can affect large outcomes. Howie provides  three tiny changes that you can make to your messaging and communication that will open more doors and wallets and lead to greater impact. It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. 📩 TryLegend Letters. Episode Breakdown: 02:10 The typo that changed everything 03:55 The Pratfall Effect 04:50 Influence with ethics 06:26 Tip #1: Effort 08:54 Tip #2: Specificity 09:54 Tip #3: Free to refuse From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram To see the true impact of a single letter, check out my post without the typo and the original post with the typo. Legendary Quotes: “Tiny changes can make a big difference. And most of the time we don't even know what those things are.” – Howie Chan “ I'm not talking about manipulation here. I am talking about influence with ethics, which is you're not hiding anything, you're not being untruthful in anything, but you are providing information in a way that's easier to digest, easier for people to take action.” – Howie Chan “ These tips don't work every single time. Don't use them all the time. Context is infinitely important. So, know your audience, know the context.” – Howie Chan 👍 Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Produced by Ideablossoms. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Buyer Psychology: Game-Changing Concepts to Build AUTHORITY and Get People to Buy What You Sell with Legend Katelyn BourgoinHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Katelyn Bourgoin, the buyer psychologist, creator of the acclaimed Why We Buy newsletter, who has built an audience of 280,000 marketing geeks around the world. They delve into Katelyn's tough but life-changing journey of  building and shutting down a venture-backed startup, creating a new path that aligned with her dreams, as well as some game-changing buyer psychology concepts to help you build authority and become influential. The discussion emphasizes the importance of garnering the right type of attention because attention is the gateway to trust, and trust is the gateway to everything else. Katelyn provides buyer insights, some challenging but necessary questions, and practical techniques to help you become unignorable, influential, and sell more. Episode Breakdown: 03:12 How Katelyn ended up killing her startup 07:07 The crazy surprises that came afterward 13:53 The birth and evolution of Customer Camp 18:27 How ‘Why We Buy’ became the business 23:33 Jobs to be done and other customer insights that shaped Why We Buy 27:36 Using behavioral science to influence others (including toddlers) 31:07 The difference between influence and attention 33:05 The hard choice behind building authority and becoming influential 37:32 How to become Unignorable 43:11 The role of reactance, envy, and mimetic desire in our choices 49:04 The 7 F's of attention and other techniques for building influence 59:02 Why shortcuts sabotage your influence 1:04:21 Wallet-opening words and numbers  1:08:19 The 80/20 of influencing buyers 1:09:51 A letter to Katelyn Bourgoin’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn X Join over 63,353 marketing geeks in the Why We Buy Newsletter. Get the book, Wallet-Opening Words. Check out Katelyn's blog post about killing her startup. Participate in Katelyn's Pre-selling with Pre-suasion email challenge. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.de4759b7312dca8b9de2a830a1ecc77bf0f5e9daTue, 10 Jun 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Katelyn Bourgoin, the buyer psychologist, creator of the acclaimed Why We Buy newsletter, who has built an audience of 280,000 marketing geeks around the world.

They delve into Katelyn's tough but life-changing journey of  building and shutting down a venture-backed startup, creating a new path that aligned with her dreams, as well as some game-changing buyer psychology concepts to help you build authority and become influential.

The discussion emphasizes the importance of garnering the right type of attention because attention is the gateway to trust, and trust is the gateway to everything else. Katelyn provides buyer insights, some challenging but necessary questions, and practical techniques to help you become unignorable, influential, and sell more.


Episode Breakdown:

03:12 How Katelyn ended up killing her startup

07:07 The crazy surprises that came afterward

13:53 The birth and evolution of Customer Camp

18:27 How ‘Why We Buy’ became the business

23:33 Jobs to be done and other customer insights that shaped Why We Buy

27:36 Using behavioral science to influence others (including toddlers)

31:07 The difference between influence and attention

33:05 The hard choice behind building authority and becoming influential

37:32 How to become Unignorable

43:11 The role of reactance, envy, and mimetic desire in our choices

49:04 The 7 F's of attention and other techniques for building influence

59:02 Why shortcuts sabotage your influence

1:04:21 Wallet-opening words and numbers 

1:08:19 The 80/20 of influencing buyers

1:09:51 A letter to Katelyn Bourgoin’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

X

Join over 63,353 marketing geeks in the Why We Buy Newsletter.

Get the book, Wallet-Opening Words.

Check out Katelyn's blog post about killing her startup.

Participate in Katelyn's Pre-selling with Pre-suasion email challenge.


Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans?

Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course.


It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽

Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology.


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]]>Buyer Psychology: Game-Changing Concepts to Build AUTHORITY and Get People to Buy What You Sell with Legend Katelyn BourgoinHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Katelyn Bou...Howie Chanfull4414falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Katelyn Bourgoin, the buyer psychologist, creator of the acclaimed Why We Buy newsletter, who has built an audience of 280,000 marketing geeks around the world. They delve into Katelyn's tough but life-changing journey of  building and shutting down a venture-backed startup, creating a new path that aligned with her dreams, as well as some game-changing buyer psychology concepts to help you build authority and become influential. The discussion emphasizes the importance of garnering the right type of attention because attention is the gateway to trust, and trust is the gateway to everything else. Katelyn provides buyer insights, some challenging but necessary questions, and practical techniques to help you become unignorable, influential, and sell more. Episode Breakdown: 03:12 How Katelyn ended up killing her startup 07:07 The crazy surprises that came afterward 13:53 The birth and evolution of Customer Camp 18:27 How ‘Why We Buy’ became the business 23:33 Jobs to be done and other customer insights that shaped Why We Buy 27:36 Using behavioral science to influence others (including toddlers) 31:07 The difference between influence and attention 33:05 The hard choice behind building authority and becoming influential 37:32 How to become Unignorable 43:11 The role of reactance, envy, and mimetic desire in our choices 49:04 The 7 F's of attention and other techniques for building influence 59:02 Why shortcuts sabotage your influence 1:04:21 Wallet-opening words and numbers  1:08:19 The 80/20 of influencing buyers 1:09:51 A letter to Katelyn Bourgoin’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn X Join over 63,353 marketing geeks in the Why We Buy Newsletter. Get the book, Wallet-Opening Words. Check out Katelyn's blog post about killing her startup. Participate in Katelyn's Pre-selling with Pre-suasion email challenge. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Business Storytelling: Discover, Clarify, and Share Stories That STICK and SELL (Better Than AI) with Intrigue Legend Sam HornHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Sam Horn, founder of the Intrigue Agency, an award-winning author, sought-after keynote speaker, and a true legend when it comes to business storytelling and intrigue. They delve into the nitty-gritty details of storytelling, sharing effective techniques to tap into your unique stories–and hook and hinge them back to your audience. The discussion emphasizes  that clarity is a superpower no matter what you're creating. Sam provides a step-by-step process to help you take the ideas and messages that are in your head, your gut, or your heart and turn them into something clear, compelling, unique, and memorable, so you can make the impact you want in the world, in the face of AI. Episode Breakdown: 03:48 Instructions to follow along with Sam's workshop 05:48 The first step of business storytelling: clarify your story 08:43 The structure of a page-turner book 11:40 The 5 questions for a compelling intro 20:44 Draw inspiration from your benchmark books 24:18 The crucial importance of human intelligence (HI) 30:04 Tapping into your unique stories 38:39 How to unpack your story, then hook and hinge it 45:00 The value of putting humanity back into communications 49:31 Be engaging with something contrarian  55:20 How to make a real impact with your content 1:00:03 The power of writing an evergreen book 1:08:47 A letter to Sam Horn’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube Facebook Instagram Get the book, Tongue Fu! Want to go from unknown to unforgettable in 44 simple steps? Check out my Personal Brand Checklist. Legendary Quotes: “ If you want to be a thought leader, if you want to have a career 10 years from now, invest the effort right now to have HI, human intelligence, not AI.” – Sam Horn “If you want to build your brand [or] command the attention of the world, you will not be content to be common [... or] one of many. They can get that anywhere. And where are you uncommon and one of a kind? With your real life.” – Sam Horn “If people are saying the story is fluff, it's because we never use the personal story as a meaningful metaphor that motivates people to reflect.” – Sam Horn It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.5f3339db0ff59293acc0c3127559dc5a1f7f4a24Tue, 03 Jun 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Sam Horn, founder of the Intrigue Agency, an award-winning author, sought-after keynote speaker, and a true legend when it comes to business storytelling and intrigue.


They delve into the nitty-gritty details of storytelling, sharing effective techniques to tap into your unique stories–and hook and hinge them back to your audience. The discussion emphasizes  that clarity is a superpower no matter what you're creating.


Sam provides a step-by-step process to help you take the ideas and messages that are in your head, your gut, or your heart and turn them into something clear, compelling, unique, and memorable, so you can make the impact you want in the world, in the face of AI.


Episode Breakdown:

03:48 Instructions to follow along with Sam's workshop

05:48 The first step of business storytelling: clarify your story

08:43 The structure of a page-turner book

11:40 The 5 questions for a compelling intro

20:44 Draw inspiration from your benchmark books

24:18 The crucial importance of human intelligence (HI)

30:04 Tapping into your unique stories

38:39 How to unpack your story, then hook and hinge it

45:00 The value of putting humanity back into communications

49:31 Be engaging with something contrarian 

55:20 How to make a real impact with your content

1:00:03 The power of writing an evergreen book

1:08:47 A letter to Sam Horn’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

Youtube

Facebook

Instagram

Get the book, Tongue Fu!


Want to go from unknown to unforgettable in 44 simple steps?

Check out my Personal Brand Checklist.


Legendary Quotes:

“ If you want to be a thought leader, if you want to have a career 10 years from now, invest the effort right now to have HI, human intelligence, not AI.” – Sam Horn

“If you want to build your brand [or] command the attention of the world, you will not be content to be common [... or] one of many. They can get that anywhere. And where are you uncommon and one of a kind? With your real life.” – Sam Horn

“If people are saying the story is fluff, it's because we never use the personal story as a meaningful metaphor that motivates people to reflect.” – Sam Horn


It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽

Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology.



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]]>Business Storytelling: Discover, Clarify, and Share Stories That STICK and SELL (Better Than AI) with Intrigue Legend Sam HornHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Sam Horn, f...Howie Chanfull4375falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Sam Horn, founder of the Intrigue Agency, an award-winning author, sought-after keynote speaker, and a true legend when it comes to business storytelling and intrigue. They delve into the nitty-gritty details of storytelling, sharing effective techniques to tap into your unique stories–and hook and hinge them back to your audience. The discussion emphasizes  that clarity is a superpower no matter what you're creating. Sam provides a step-by-step process to help you take the ideas and messages that are in your head, your gut, or your heart and turn them into something clear, compelling, unique, and memorable, so you can make the impact you want in the world, in the face of AI. Episode Breakdown: 03:48 Instructions to follow along with Sam's workshop 05:48 The first step of business storytelling: clarify your story 08:43 The structure of a page-turner book 11:40 The 5 questions for a compelling intro 20:44 Draw inspiration from your benchmark books 24:18 The crucial importance of human intelligence (HI) 30:04 Tapping into your unique stories 38:39 How to unpack your story, then hook and hinge it 45:00 The value of putting humanity back into communications 49:31 Be engaging with something contrarian  55:20 How to make a real impact with your content 1:00:03 The power of writing an evergreen book 1:08:47 A letter to Sam Horn’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube Facebook Instagram Get the book, Tongue Fu! Want to go from unknown to unforgettable in 44 simple steps? Check out my Personal Brand Checklist. Legendary Quotes: “ If you want to be a thought leader, if you want to have a career 10 years from now, invest the effort right now to have HI, human intelligence, not AI.” – Sam Horn “If you want to build your brand [or] command the attention of the world, you will not be content to be common [... or] one of many. They can get that anywhere. And where are you uncommon and one of a kind? With your real life.” – Sam Horn “If people are saying the story is fluff, it's because we never use the personal story as a meaningful metaphor that motivates people to reflect.” – Sam Horn It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Personal Development: Embrace Your Weird, Redefine Failure, and Unlock Lifelong GROWTH with Growth Legend Frankie RussoHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Frankie Russo, a serial entrepreneur with a proven track record for using Imagination and Ingenuity to foster continuous growth. They delve into what's missing for you to truly find what lights you up and gives you a competitive edge: your weird. They also touch upon the concept of failure as a gift, the incredible power of your child self, and what it takes to unlock your growth. The discussion emphasizes that neither knowing your WHY nor helping others unconditionally is enough, we must also embrace our weird. Frankie provides an actionable and low-pressure way to figure out your WHY, your weird, and your genius as he guides Howie through the questions to discover it all for himself. He also presents us with a way to unlock continuous growth and how to reclaim our biggest superpower. Episode Breakdown: 03:47 The culmination of Frankie's WHY 05:05 Staying sober and the concept of the limitless drug 09:33 The game-changing missing component: your weird 11:18 A simple way to figure out your WHY without all the pressure 17:27 Frankie leads Howie through some thoughtful questions to find his weird 24:08 Unlocking Howie's genius and what lights him up 28:00 The stagnation spiral that makes it hard for us to unlock our genius 29:29 What creates a real legend–you can learn from them 33:55 The importance of finding the neutral zone 36:23 How the first time Frankie hit rock bottom allowed him to grow 42:34 Change your relationship with failure for continuous personal growth 45:02 The first steps to take the leap to grow and be successful 47:37 The power of reconnecting with your weird at 5 or 6 years old 52:56 A letter to Frankie Russo’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Get the books, The Art of Why and Breaking Why. Tune into Frankie's podcast, The School of Weird. Want to master your mindset? Enroll in my 7-day Mindset Mastery: For Corporate Dropouts Turned Business Owners email course. Legendary Quotes: “ What I have found no matter what you do, is that you have to have a duality with your why, but also your weird, that's the key because your weird is that unique thing that only you own, and the magic is when you put the two together, I call it your genius.” – Frankie Russo “ The industrial revolution is what created a lot of WHYs and what killed a lot of weird. But the people that go inside the Matrix, and know their WHY and they're weird and they live that out, are the people that change everything.” – Frankie Russo “ I tell people all the time, we think that growth comes from success, but the truth is it comes from failure.” – Frankie Russo Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.8747c09b5739b930e33091bb826cebeed948fec8Tue, 27 May 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Frankie Russo, a serial entrepreneur with a proven track record for using Imagination and Ingenuity to foster continuous growth.

They delve into what's missing for you to truly find what lights you up and gives you a competitive edge: your weird. They also touch upon the concept of failure as a gift, the incredible power of your child self, and what it takes to unlock your growth. The discussion emphasizes that neither knowing your WHY nor helping others unconditionally is enough, we must also embrace our weird.

Frankie provides an actionable and low-pressure way to figure out your WHY, your weird, and your genius as he guides Howie through the questions to discover it all for himself. He also presents us with a way to unlock continuous growth and how to reclaim our biggest superpower.

Episode Breakdown:

03:47 The culmination of Frankie's WHY

05:05 Staying sober and the concept of the limitless drug

09:33 The game-changing missing component: your weird

11:18 A simple way to figure out your WHY without all the pressure

17:27 Frankie leads Howie through some thoughtful questions to find his weird

24:08 Unlocking Howie's genius and what lights him up

28:00 The stagnation spiral that makes it hard for us to unlock our genius

29:29 What creates a real legend–you can learn from them

33:55 The importance of finding the neutral zone

36:23 How the first time Frankie hit rock bottom allowed him to grow

42:34 Change your relationship with failure for continuous personal growth

45:02 The first steps to take the leap to grow and be successful

47:37 The power of reconnecting with your weird at 5 or 6 years old

52:56 A letter to Frankie Russo’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

Get the books, The Art of Why and Breaking Why.

Tune into Frankie's podcast, The School of Weird.


Want to master your mindset?

Enroll in my 7-day Mindset Mastery: For Corporate Dropouts Turned Business Owners email course.


Legendary Quotes:

“ What I have found no matter what you do, is that you have to have a duality with your why, but also your weird, that's the key because your weird is that unique thing that only you own, and the magic is when you put the two together, I call it your genius.” – Frankie Russo

“ The industrial revolution is what created a lot of WHYs and what killed a lot of weird. But the people that go inside the Matrix, and know their WHY and they're weird and they live that out, are the people that change everything.” – Frankie Russo

“ I tell people all the time, we think that growth comes from success, but the truth is it comes from failure.” – Frankie Russo


Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology.


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]]>Personal Development: Embrace Your Weird, Redefine Failure, and Unlock Lifelong GROWTH with Growth Legend Frankie RussoHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Frankie Rus...Howie Chanfull3294falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Frankie Russo, a serial entrepreneur with a proven track record for using Imagination and Ingenuity to foster continuous growth. They delve into what's missing for you to truly find what lights you up and gives you a competitive edge: your weird. They also touch upon the concept of failure as a gift, the incredible power of your child self, and what it takes to unlock your growth. The discussion emphasizes that neither knowing your WHY nor helping others unconditionally is enough, we must also embrace our weird. Frankie provides an actionable and low-pressure way to figure out your WHY, your weird, and your genius as he guides Howie through the questions to discover it all for himself. He also presents us with a way to unlock continuous growth and how to reclaim our biggest superpower. Episode Breakdown: 03:47 The culmination of Frankie's WHY 05:05 Staying sober and the concept of the limitless drug 09:33 The game-changing missing component: your weird 11:18 A simple way to figure out your WHY without all the pressure 17:27 Frankie leads Howie through some thoughtful questions to find his weird 24:08 Unlocking Howie's genius and what lights him up 28:00 The stagnation spiral that makes it hard for us to unlock our genius 29:29 What creates a real legend–you can learn from them 33:55 The importance of finding the neutral zone 36:23 How the first time Frankie hit rock bottom allowed him to grow 42:34 Change your relationship with failure for continuous personal growth 45:02 The first steps to take the leap to grow and be successful 47:37 The power of reconnecting with your weird at 5 or 6 years old 52:56 A letter to Frankie Russo’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Get the books, The Art of Why and Breaking Why. Tune into Frankie's podcast, The School of Weird. Want to master your mindset? Enroll in my 7-day Mindset Mastery: For Corporate Dropouts Turned Business Owners email course. Legendary Quotes: “ What I have found no matter what you do, is that you have to have a duality with your why, but also your weird, that's the key because your weird is that unique thing that only you own, and the magic is when you put the two together, I call it your genius.” – Frankie Russo “ The industrial revolution is what created a lot of WHYs and what killed a lot of weird. But the people that go inside the Matrix, and know their WHY and they're weird and they live that out, are the people that change everything.” – Frankie Russo “ I tell people all the time, we think that growth comes from success, but the truth is it comes from failure.” – Frankie Russo Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Personal Branding at Work: 3 Steps to Build a Professional Brand That Gets You Noticed and RecognizedHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. In a series of short episodes - Solo Sesh (sessions), he is bringing you the best strategies and ideas from scientific studies and the legends among us so you can live your version of legendary. He delves into  how to build a magnetic personal brand at work, or professional brand, without being self-promotional, fake, or loud. The discussion emphasizes that if you're not shaping your brand intentionally, it's being shaped for you by default, and not always in a way you'd want. Howie provides a clear definition of what a personal brand at work actually means, a three-step framework to build your brand from wherever you are right now, and real workplace behaviors that make your name carry weight and meaning. Episode Breakdown: 01:00 The difference between brand and reputation 02:48 How Debbie turned her unintentionally negative brand around 05:20 The simplest definition of a professional brand 05:44 The 3 moves you can take right now to build a strong professional brand 08:26 The benefits of being top of mind because of your brand From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram Want to go from unknown to unforgettable in 44 simple steps? Check out my Personal Brand Checklist. Reach out to Rosa at Ideablossoms; she’s The Legend Effect’s podcast manager and is offering our listeners a 25% discount. Legendary Quotes: “ Here's the truth: your professional brand is your career insurance. It's the reason people recommend you promote you or think of you first for the next opportunity.” – Howie Chan “A professional brand is the story people tell about you at work when you're not there, and that story is shaped by how you show up, what you contribute, and how you make people feel. This is not about becoming famous, it's about becoming findable, trusted, and top of mind.” – Howie Chan “ So, three things. Own one thing, pick a lane. Match what you say with what you deliver. Be consistent and design micro experiences, help people experience you in the way that you want them to.” – Howie Chan It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.5027054dac295fd1c5458b56572e0fd9701abe77Tue, 20 May 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. In a series of short episodes - Solo Sesh (sessions), he is bringing you the best strategies and ideas from scientific studies and the legends among us so you can live your version of legendary.


He delves into  how to build a magnetic personal brand at work, or professional brand, without being self-promotional, fake, or loud. The discussion emphasizes that if you're not shaping your brand intentionally, it's being shaped for you by default, and not always in a way you'd want.


Howie provides a clear definition of what a personal brand at work actually means, a three-step framework to build your brand from wherever you are right now, and real workplace behaviors that make your name carry weight and meaning.


Episode Breakdown:


01:00 The difference between brand and reputation

02:48 How Debbie turned her unintentionally negative brand around

05:20 The simplest definition of a professional brand

05:44 The 3 moves you can take right now to build a strong professional brand

08:26 The benefits of being top of mind because of your brand


From Me:


Website

LinkedIn

Instagram


Want to go from unknown to unforgettable in 44 simple steps?


Check out my Personal Brand Checklist.


Reach out to Rosa at Ideablossoms; she’s The Legend Effect’s podcast manager and is offering our listeners a 25% discount.

Legendary Quotes:

“ Here's the truth: your professional brand is your career insurance. It's the reason people recommend you promote you or think of you first for the next opportunity.” – Howie Chan

“A professional brand is the story people tell about you at work when you're not there, and that story is shaped by how you show up, what you contribute, and how you make people feel. This is not about becoming famous, it's about becoming findable, trusted, and top of mind.” – Howie Chan

“ So, three things. Own one thing, pick a lane. Match what you say with what you deliver. Be consistent and design micro experiences, help people experience you in the way that you want them to.” – Howie Chan


It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽

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]]>Personal Branding at Work: 3 Steps to Build a Professional Brand That Gets You Noticed and RecognizedHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. In a se...Howie Chanfull607falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. In a series of short episodes - Solo Sesh (sessions), he is bringing you the best strategies and ideas from scientific studies and the legends among us so you can live your version of legendary. He delves into  how to build a magnetic personal brand at work, or professional brand, without being self-promotional, fake, or loud. The discussion emphasizes that if you're not shaping your brand intentionally, it's being shaped for you by default, and not always in a way you'd want. Howie provides a clear definition of what a personal brand at work actually means, a three-step framework to build your brand from wherever you are right now, and real workplace behaviors that make your name carry weight and meaning. Episode Breakdown: 01:00 The difference between brand and reputation 02:48 How Debbie turned her unintentionally negative brand around 05:20 The simplest definition of a professional brand 05:44 The 3 moves you can take right now to build a strong professional brand 08:26 The benefits of being top of mind because of your brand From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram Want to go from unknown to unforgettable in 44 simple steps? Check out my Personal Brand Checklist. Reach out to Rosa at Ideablossoms; she’s The Legend Effect’s podcast manager and is offering our listeners a 25% discount. Legendary Quotes: “ Here's the truth: your professional brand is your career insurance. It's the reason people recommend you promote you or think of you first for the next opportunity.” – Howie Chan “A professional brand is the story people tell about you at work when you're not there, and that story is shaped by how you show up, what you contribute, and how you make people feel. This is not about becoming famous, it's about becoming findable, trusted, and top of mind.” – Howie Chan “ So, three things. Own one thing, pick a lane. Match what you say with what you deliver. Be consistent and design micro experiences, help people experience you in the way that you want them to.” – Howie Chan It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Influence: The INFLUENCE Equation That is Proven to Work When Evidence and Economics Fail with Influence Legend Steve MartinHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Steve Martin, an expert on influence and persuasion and the CEO of Influence At Work, who learned and closely collaborated with the godfather of persuasion, Dr. Robert Cialdini. They delve into how the answer isn’t always more data and what it actually takes to ethically persuade someone, the difference between winning the argument and winning the outcome, and the power of story for bringing someone to your side. The discussion emphasizes that having a compelling case is not enough to influence and persuade people. Steve provides us with the three-part influence equation that’s behind effective influence and persuasion, and the biggest mistakes people make when trying to persuade others and how to avoid them. He also shares real-life examples of how to apply the ideas, tips, and techniques he presents. Episode Breakdown: 03:11 The stories we tell ourselves and how they’re a tool of self-persuasion 05:30 How Steve ended up in the world of persuasion and influence 08:27 What most don’t know about Cialdini’s revolutionary book, Influence 12:12 Having a compelling case is actually not enough 17:35 You can be  a highly successful persuader and still be ethical  19:52 How to be an influential individual or brand, not just now but in the long run 23:12 The influence equation: how it came to be and what it’s all about 28:38 Applying the influence equation with real-life examples 32:52 How context affects influence and persuasion 35:44 The essential role of story in successful influence 37:54 The 2 biggest mistakes that keep you from the outcome you want 43:10 Get out of the trap of thinking you’re always the best messenger 46:38 The messenger traits that make people listen 49:11 Cost-effective ways to present your case in the most compelling way 52:37 The one skill that’s always in high demand even in the age of AI 55:53 How our feelings influence our decisions 1:00:40 A different way to present an idea that guarantees the best results 1:05:49 Steve’s reflection on his successful journey 1:08:06 A letter to Steve Martin’s younger self Reach out to Rosa at Ideablossoms; she’s The Legend Effect’s podcast manager and is offering our listeners a 25% discount. From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Find all his books here. Check out Steve Martin’s course for The Economist, Influence and persuasion in business. Catch up with my interview with Will Storr: Storytelling: The TRUTH About What It Means to Be Human And The Secret to Influence with Legend Will Storr. Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.728f85d79fd3b184d570a92776836b09028e9aa4Tue, 13 May 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Steve Martin, an expert on influence and persuasion and the CEO of Influence At Work, who learned and closely collaborated with the godfather of persuasion, Dr. Robert Cialdini.

They delve into how the answer isn’t always more data and what it actually takes to ethically persuade someone, the difference between winning the argument and winning the outcome, and the power of story for bringing someone to your side. The discussion emphasizes that having a compelling case is not enough to influence and persuade people.

Steve provides us with the three-part influence equation that’s behind effective influence and persuasion, and the biggest mistakes people make when trying to persuade others and how to avoid them. He also shares real-life examples of how to apply the ideas, tips, and techniques he presents.

Episode Breakdown:

03:11 The stories we tell ourselves and how they’re a tool of self-persuasion

05:30 How Steve ended up in the world of persuasion and influence

08:27 What most don’t know about Cialdini’s revolutionary book, Influence

12:12 Having a compelling case is actually not enough

17:35 You can be  a highly successful persuader and still be ethical 

19:52 How to be an influential individual or brand, not just now but in the long run

23:12 The influence equation: how it came to be and what it’s all about

28:38 Applying the influence equation with real-life examples

32:52 How context affects influence and persuasion

35:44 The essential role of story in successful influence

37:54 The 2 biggest mistakes that keep you from the outcome you want

43:10 Get out of the trap of thinking you’re always the best messenger

46:38 The messenger traits that make people listen

49:11 Cost-effective ways to present your case in the most compelling way

52:37 The one skill that’s always in high demand even in the age of AI

55:53 How our feelings influence our decisions

1:00:40 A different way to present an idea that guarantees the best results

1:05:49 Steve’s reflection on his successful journey

1:08:06 A letter to Steve Martin’s younger self

Reach out to Rosa at Ideablossoms; she’s The Legend Effect’s podcast manager and is offering our listeners a 25% discount.

From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

Find all his books here.

Check out Steve Martin’s course for The Economist, Influence and persuasion in business.

Catch up with my interview with Will Storr: Storytelling: The TRUTH About What It Means to Be Human And The Secret to Influence with Legend Will Storr.

Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course.


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]]>Influence: The INFLUENCE Equation That is Proven to Work When Evidence and Economics Fail with Influence Legend Steve MartinHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Steve Marti...Howie Chanfull4342falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Steve Martin, an expert on influence and persuasion and the CEO of Influence At Work, who learned and closely collaborated with the godfather of persuasion, Dr. Robert Cialdini. They delve into how the answer isn’t always more data and what it actually takes to ethically persuade someone, the difference between winning the argument and winning the outcome, and the power of story for bringing someone to your side. The discussion emphasizes that having a compelling case is not enough to influence and persuade people. Steve provides us with the three-part influence equation that’s behind effective influence and persuasion, and the biggest mistakes people make when trying to persuade others and how to avoid them. He also shares real-life examples of how to apply the ideas, tips, and techniques he presents. Episode Breakdown: 03:11 The stories we tell ourselves and how they’re a tool of self-persuasion 05:30 How Steve ended up in the world of persuasion and influence 08:27 What most don’t know about Cialdini’s revolutionary book, Influence 12:12 Having a compelling case is actually not enough 17:35 You can be  a highly successful persuader and still be ethical  19:52 How to be an influential individual or brand, not just now but in the long run 23:12 The influence equation: how it came to be and what it’s all about 28:38 Applying the influence equation with real-life examples 32:52 How context affects influence and persuasion 35:44 The essential role of story in successful influence 37:54 The 2 biggest mistakes that keep you from the outcome you want 43:10 Get out of the trap of thinking you’re always the best messenger 46:38 The messenger traits that make people listen 49:11 Cost-effective ways to present your case in the most compelling way 52:37 The one skill that’s always in high demand even in the age of AI 55:53 How our feelings influence our decisions 1:00:40 A different way to present an idea that guarantees the best results 1:05:49 Steve’s reflection on his successful journey 1:08:06 A letter to Steve Martin’s younger self Reach out to Rosa at Ideablossoms; she’s The Legend Effect’s podcast manager and is offering our listeners a 25% discount. From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Find all his books here. Check out Steve Martin’s course for The Economist, Influence and persuasion in business. Catch up with my interview with Will Storr: Storytelling: The TRUTH About What It Means to Be Human And The Secret to Influence with Legend Will Storr. Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.How Humor Can Save Your Career and Relationships with Kate DavisHow Can I help you? In this episode of The Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan welcomes comedian, keynote speaker, and human connection expert Kate Davis to explore the transformative role of humor in leadership and communication. With decades of experience helping organizations break down barriers through levity, Kate shares how public speaking tips grounded in humor can lead to deeper trust, creativity, and a more authentic connection at work. They dive into how to bring humor into the workplace even if you’re not naturally funny, how to use self-deprecating stories as a leadership tool, and why taking your work seriously doesn't mean taking yourself too seriously. You’ll hear practical strategies for integrating laughter into your leadership style and why humor might be one of the most overlooked soft skills for entrepreneurs and professionals today. Episode Breakdown: 04:11 The reason humor is missing from the corporate world 12:37 What makes workplaces great 15:47 How humor can foster creativity, innovation, and lead to better results 19:37 Raising awareness about serious things through humor 21:16 Learn how to de-risk humor and be funny without offending anyone 22:33 Ways to bring humor into your day-to-day life and work 26:14 Ways businesses can use humor to give them the upper edge 29:10 Humor not only sells, it also makes things more memorable 30:44 The benefits of creating an environment of levity  34:10 How to use the techniques to tell a joke 38:33 Succeed by knowing your audience and using your intuition 44:31 Ways of bringing humor and timing–without needing to be the comic 49:42 The “So now you are dying, what are you doing to live?” Podcast 57:31 A letter to Kate Davis’s younger self Want a podcast that grows your business? Reach out to Rosa at Ideablossoms; she’s The Legend Effect’s podcast manager and is offering our listeners a 25% discount. From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube Instagram Get the book, Second Best Mom. Listen to her podcast, So now you are dying, what are you doing to live? Learn more about Humor, Seriously. Watch the Still Face Experiment. Catch up with my interview with Nelson Dellis in episode 14 of the podcast. Want 75 hacks to become more charismatic? Get your FREE copy of my Charisma Tactical Toolkit. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.34c293b503ed0070242a2d0094ed901e35d9de63Tue, 06 May 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of The Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan welcomes comedian, keynote speaker, and human connection expert Kate Davis to explore the transformative role of humor in leadership and communication. With decades of experience helping organizations break down barriers through levity, Kate shares how public speaking tips grounded in humor can lead to deeper trust, creativity, and a more authentic connection at work.


They dive into how to bring humor into the workplace even if you’re not naturally funny, how to use self-deprecating stories as a leadership tool, and why taking your work seriously doesn't mean taking yourself too seriously. You’ll hear practical strategies for integrating laughter into your leadership style and why humor might be one of the most overlooked soft skills for entrepreneurs and professionals today.


Episode Breakdown:

04:11 The reason humor is missing from the corporate world

12:37 What makes workplaces great

15:47 How humor can foster creativity, innovation, and lead to better results

19:37 Raising awareness about serious things through humor

21:16 Learn how to de-risk humor and be funny without offending anyone

22:33 Ways to bring humor into your day-to-day life and work

26:14 Ways businesses can use humor to give them the upper edge

29:10 Humor not only sells, it also makes things more memorable

30:44 The benefits of creating an environment of levity 

34:10 How to use the techniques to tell a joke

38:33 Succeed by knowing your audience and using your intuition

44:31 Ways of bringing humor and timing–without needing to be the comic

49:42 The “So now you are dying, what are you doing to live?” Podcast

57:31 A letter to Kate Davis’s younger self

Want a podcast that grows your business? Reach out to Rosa at Ideablossoms; she’s The Legend Effect’s podcast manager and is offering our listeners a 25% discount.


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

Youtube

Instagram


Get the book, Second Best Mom.

Listen to her podcast, So now you are dying, what are you doing to live?

Learn more about Humor, Seriously.

Watch the Still Face Experiment.

Catch up with my interview with Nelson Dellis in episode 14 of the podcast.

Want 75 hacks to become more charismatic? Get your FREE copy of my Charisma Tactical Toolkit.


Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

]]>How Humor Can Save Your Career and Relationships with Kate DavisHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of The Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan welcomes comedian, key...Howie Chanfull3680falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of The Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan welcomes comedian, keynote speaker, and human connection expert Kate Davis to explore the transformative role of humor in leadership and communication. With decades of experience helping organizations break down barriers through levity, Kate shares how public speaking tips grounded in humor can lead to deeper trust, creativity, and a more authentic connection at work. They dive into how to bring humor into the workplace even if you’re not naturally funny, how to use self-deprecating stories as a leadership tool, and why taking your work seriously doesn't mean taking yourself too seriously. You’ll hear practical strategies for integrating laughter into your leadership style and why humor might be one of the most overlooked soft skills for entrepreneurs and professionals today. Episode Breakdown: 04:11 The reason humor is missing from the corporate world 12:37 What makes workplaces great 15:47 How humor can foster creativity, innovation, and lead to better results 19:37 Raising awareness about serious things through humor 21:16 Learn how to de-risk humor and be funny without offending anyone 22:33 Ways to bring humor into your day-to-day life and work 26:14 Ways businesses can use humor to give them the upper edge 29:10 Humor not only sells, it also makes things more memorable 30:44 The benefits of creating an environment of levity  34:10 How to use the techniques to tell a joke 38:33 Succeed by knowing your audience and using your intuition 44:31 Ways of bringing humor and timing–without needing to be the comic 49:42 The “So now you are dying, what are you doing to live?” Podcast 57:31 A letter to Kate Davis’s younger self Want a podcast that grows your business? Reach out to Rosa at Ideablossoms; she’s The Legend Effect’s podcast manager and is offering our listeners a 25% discount. From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube Instagram Get the book, Second Best Mom. Listen to her podcast, So now you are dying, what are you doing to live? Learn more about Humor, Seriously. Watch the Still Face Experiment. Catch up with my interview with Nelson Dellis in episode 14 of the podcast. Want 75 hacks to become more charismatic? Get your FREE copy of my Charisma Tactical Toolkit. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Say LESS and Get MORE With Fotini Iconomopoulos, The NegotiatorHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect, host Howie Chan interviews Fotini Iconomopoulos, known as THE negotiator, she teaches  negotiation with empathy, strategy, and a lot of real talk, and has taught thousands how to win without making others lose. They delve into negotiating effectively, with lasting positive results, not just in business, but in life. Be prepared to never think of negotiation the same way again. The discussion emphasizes that good negotiations are those in which both sides walk away satisfied, rather than just one. Fotini provides practical tips for business owners to avoid the negotiation traps they often fall into and establish sustainable client relationships that yield long-term benefits, as well as ways to navigate cross-cultural negotiations, circumvent temper tantrums, and become a more effective speaker. Episode Breakdown: 03:32 How Fotini negotiated away a hospital bill 05:49 How it all started 07:13 Negotiation goes far beyond the boardroom  08:49 Winning a negotiation isn’t actually a good idea, strive for this instead 11:08 Say less, get more 13:24 When following a script made for others backfired 16:51 Navigating the reality of bias in negotiations 21:11 A simple shift that will give you more power when negotiating with prospects 25:21 The 3 C’s of likeability that will help you successfully reach out to prospects 29:23 How going into autopilot keeps us from our best interests 31:32 Why negotiation skills matter for both individuals and society as a whole 36:33 How to negotiate with people from different cultures and backgrounds 40:17  Don’t say everything, say what matters 44:12 A different way to approach speaking gigs that’ll make you more effective 49:05 How to prevent temper tantrums (from either kids or adults) 51:13 Negotiating with yourself with self-compassion for positive outcomes 55:44 A letter to Fotini’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube X Instagram Get the book, Say Less, Get More. Catch up with my interview with Will Storr: Storytelling: The TRUTH About What It Means to Be Human And The Secret to Influence with Legend Will Storr. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.b60147c66c06c76859cd8b62b85fea14d02b780aTue, 29 Apr 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of the Legend Effect, host Howie Chan interviews Fotini Iconomopoulos, known as THE negotiator, she teaches  negotiation with empathy, strategy, and a lot of real talk, and has taught thousands how to win without making others lose.

They delve into negotiating effectively, with lasting positive results, not just in business, but in life. Be prepared to never think of negotiation the same way again. The discussion emphasizes that good negotiations are those in which both sides walk away satisfied, rather than just one.

Fotini provides practical tips for business owners to avoid the negotiation traps they often fall into and establish sustainable client relationships that yield long-term benefits, as well as ways to navigate cross-cultural negotiations, circumvent temper tantrums, and become a more effective speaker.


Episode Breakdown:

03:32 How Fotini negotiated away a hospital bill

05:49 How it all started

07:13 Negotiation goes far beyond the boardroom 

08:49 Winning a negotiation isn’t actually a good idea, strive for this instead

11:08 Say less, get more

13:24 When following a script made for others backfired

16:51 Navigating the reality of bias in negotiations

21:11 A simple shift that will give you more power when negotiating with prospects

25:21 The 3 C’s of likeability that will help you successfully reach out to prospects

29:23 How going into autopilot keeps us from our best interests

31:32 Why negotiation skills matter for both individuals and society as a whole

36:33 How to negotiate with people from different cultures and backgrounds

40:17  Don’t say everything, say what matters

44:12 A different way to approach speaking gigs that’ll make you more effective

49:05 How to prevent temper tantrums (from either kids or adults)

51:13 Negotiating with yourself with self-compassion for positive outcomes

55:44 A letter to Fotini’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

Youtube

X

Instagram

Get the book, Say Less, Get More.

Catch up with my interview with Will Storr: Storytelling: The TRUTH About What It Means to Be Human And The Secret to Influence with Legend Will Storr.

Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans?

Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course.


Produced by Ideablossoms


Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

]]>Say LESS and Get MORE With Fotini Iconomopoulos, The NegotiatorHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of the Legend Effect, host Howie Chan interviews Fotini Iconomopoulo...Howie Chanfull3545falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect, host Howie Chan interviews Fotini Iconomopoulos, known as THE negotiator, she teaches  negotiation with empathy, strategy, and a lot of real talk, and has taught thousands how to win without making others lose. They delve into negotiating effectively, with lasting positive results, not just in business, but in life. Be prepared to never think of negotiation the same way again. The discussion emphasizes that good negotiations are those in which both sides walk away satisfied, rather than just one. Fotini provides practical tips for business owners to avoid the negotiation traps they often fall into and establish sustainable client relationships that yield long-term benefits, as well as ways to navigate cross-cultural negotiations, circumvent temper tantrums, and become a more effective speaker. Episode Breakdown: 03:32 How Fotini negotiated away a hospital bill 05:49 How it all started 07:13 Negotiation goes far beyond the boardroom  08:49 Winning a negotiation isn’t actually a good idea, strive for this instead 11:08 Say less, get more 13:24 When following a script made for others backfired 16:51 Navigating the reality of bias in negotiations 21:11 A simple shift that will give you more power when negotiating with prospects 25:21 The 3 C’s of likeability that will help you successfully reach out to prospects 29:23 How going into autopilot keeps us from our best interests 31:32 Why negotiation skills matter for both individuals and society as a whole 36:33 How to negotiate with people from different cultures and backgrounds 40:17  Don’t say everything, say what matters 44:12 A different way to approach speaking gigs that’ll make you more effective 49:05 How to prevent temper tantrums (from either kids or adults) 51:13 Negotiating with yourself with self-compassion for positive outcomes 55:44 A letter to Fotini’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube X Instagram Get the book, Say Less, Get More. Catch up with my interview with Will Storr: Storytelling: The TRUTH About What It Means to Be Human And The Secret to Influence with Legend Will Storr. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Produced by Ideablossoms Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Success Mindset: Push Through PAIN and Discomfort and Become the LEGEND You Already Are [SOLO SESH]How Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. In a series of short episodes - Solo Sesh (sessions), he is bringing you the best strategies and ideas from scientific studies and the legends among us so you can live your version of legendary. He delves into how feeling pain, whether mental, emotional, or physical, might be the clearest sign that you’re on the right path. Embracing that can be the first step toward fostering a success mindset. The discussion emphasizes that you can be the legend that you already are when you choose to press on. Howie provides three powerful tools to help you push through pain and discomfort so you can keep moving even when everything in your orbit wants you to quit. Episode Breakdown: 02:11 The GOAT of marathons, Eliud Kipchoge, and his relationship with pain 03:16 Where success happens 05:32 Pushing through pain distances you from the competition 06:38 Legends go through the pain and rise to higher levels 07:18 Tool #1 Reframe the pain 08:20 Tool #2 Shrink the step 09:00 Tool #3 Channel your legendary self 10:12 Push on and live your legend From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram Hear the wise words from the marathon legend himself, Eliud Kipchoge, here.  Check out The Alter Ego Effect™ by Todd Herman. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Legendary Quotes: “ Pain is a good thing. The moment you encounter that pain, learn to persevere. That's where success is. The moment you don't feel pain, you're not approaching success. The moment you feel that you want to quit is where success happens. I always tell people to press on, to press on, and press on. You'll get to where you're going.” – Eliud Kipchoge “ If your current self wants to stop, borrow strength from your legendary self, borrow strength from that version of you that can fight through anything. The legend is already within you. All you have to do is to invoke it, have it come out.” – Howie Chan “ Pain is not the enemy. It's the evidence that you're on the edge of something extraordinary. Be the legend that you already are.” – Howie Chan It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.0f89d9b61e466629f73938a927c0ddc3d0a5061aTue, 22 Apr 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. In a series of short episodes - Solo Sesh (sessions), he is bringing you the best strategies and ideas from scientific studies and the legends among us so you can live your version of legendary. He delves into how feeling pain, whether mental, emotional, or physical, might be the clearest sign that you’re on the right path. Embracing that can be the first step toward fostering a success mindset.


The discussion emphasizes that you can be the legend that you already are when you choose to press on. Howie provides three powerful tools to help you push through pain and discomfort so you can keep moving even when everything in your orbit wants you to quit.

Episode Breakdown:

02:11 The GOAT of marathons, Eliud Kipchoge, and his relationship with pain

03:16 Where success happens

05:32 Pushing through pain distances you from the competition

06:38 Legends go through the pain and rise to higher levels

07:18 Tool #1 Reframe the pain

08:20 Tool #2 Shrink the step

09:00 Tool #3 Channel your legendary self

10:12 Push on and live your legend


From Me:

Website

LinkedIn

Instagram

Hear the wise words from the marathon legend himself, Eliud Kipchoge, here. 

Check out The Alter Ego Effect™ by Todd Herman.

Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans?

Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course.


Legendary Quotes:

“ Pain is a good thing. The moment you encounter that pain, learn to persevere. That's where success is. The moment you don't feel pain, you're not approaching success. The moment you feel that you want to quit is where success happens. I always tell people to press on, to press on, and press on. You'll get to where you're going.” – Eliud Kipchoge

“ If your current self wants to stop, borrow strength from your legendary self, borrow strength from that version of you that can fight through anything. The legend is already within you. All you have to do is to invoke it, have it come out.” – Howie Chan

“ Pain is not the enemy. It's the evidence that you're on the edge of something extraordinary. Be the legend that you already are.” – Howie Chan


It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽

Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology.

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]]>Success Mindset: Push Through PAIN and Discomfort and Become the LEGEND You Already Are [SOLO SESH]How Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. In a se...Howie Chanfull747falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. In a series of short episodes - Solo Sesh (sessions), he is bringing you the best strategies and ideas from scientific studies and the legends among us so you can live your version of legendary. He delves into how feeling pain, whether mental, emotional, or physical, might be the clearest sign that you’re on the right path. Embracing that can be the first step toward fostering a success mindset. The discussion emphasizes that you can be the legend that you already are when you choose to press on. Howie provides three powerful tools to help you push through pain and discomfort so you can keep moving even when everything in your orbit wants you to quit. Episode Breakdown: 02:11 The GOAT of marathons, Eliud Kipchoge, and his relationship with pain 03:16 Where success happens 05:32 Pushing through pain distances you from the competition 06:38 Legends go through the pain and rise to higher levels 07:18 Tool #1 Reframe the pain 08:20 Tool #2 Shrink the step 09:00 Tool #3 Channel your legendary self 10:12 Push on and live your legend From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram Hear the wise words from the marathon legend himself, Eliud Kipchoge, here.  Check out The Alter Ego Effect™ by Todd Herman. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Legendary Quotes: “ Pain is a good thing. The moment you encounter that pain, learn to persevere. That's where success is. The moment you don't feel pain, you're not approaching success. The moment you feel that you want to quit is where success happens. I always tell people to press on, to press on, and press on. You'll get to where you're going.” – Eliud Kipchoge “ If your current self wants to stop, borrow strength from your legendary self, borrow strength from that version of you that can fight through anything. The legend is already within you. All you have to do is to invoke it, have it come out.” – Howie Chan “ Pain is not the enemy. It's the evidence that you're on the edge of something extraordinary. Be the legend that you already are.” – Howie Chan It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.LINKEDIN Master Jasmin Alić Gives a Masterclass On How to Attract Endless OpportunitiesHow Can I help you? In this episode, host Howie Chan interviews Jasmin (Jay) Alić, THE LinkedIn coach, who rewrote the entire LinkedIn playbook by leading with generosity, relationship, and authenticity. They delve into a whole new way of looking at LinkedIn, the fact that this platform can actually flip your trajectory, and how to get you there. The discussion emphasizes the impact of having a strong personal brand on LinkedIn. Jasmin provides the strategies needed to build a strong personal brand on LinkedIn, how to approach clients for smooth conversions, the type of content that will truly cause an impact, and, ultimately, how to stop chasing opportunities and have them come to you instead. Episode Breakdown: 03:51 The Fastest Rapper in the Balkans 04:53 Jay’s passion for writing and his well-loved BlackBerry phone 06:31 How Jay retired from rap 08:28 Jay’s origin story as a LinkedIn coach 12:41 How to stop chasing opportunities and have them come to you instead 15:29 F.A.I.L. and pivoting as you build your brand and business 18:00 Three things you need to do to build your personal brand on LinkedIn 22:58 Always go for a warm outreach instead of a cold outreach 25:53 Be human first and an expert sales agent second 28:06 Jay’s greatest issue with LinkedIn right now 30:36 Let go of combative marketing, you don’t need it 32:42 The importance of sharing truly valuable content for free   37:38 How Jay’s life has come full circle, not once but twice 42:48 The post everyone should write and revisit over time 45:22 Embrace the cringe, it’ll change your life 46:59 A letter to Jasmin’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube  Instagram  Jay’s SaaS company, Linkbound.io. Jay’s blocked posts: birthday post, spam bot post. Join Jay’s community, Link Up, "THE community for LinkedIners". Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.9a17af815c0e167b04da5f7678456e3f96f6b83aTue, 15 Apr 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode, host Howie Chan interviews Jasmin (Jay) Alić, THE LinkedIn coach, who rewrote the entire LinkedIn playbook by leading with generosity, relationship, and authenticity.

They delve into a whole new way of looking at LinkedIn, the fact that this platform can actually flip your trajectory, and how to get you there. The discussion emphasizes the impact of having a strong personal brand on LinkedIn.

Jasmin provides the strategies needed to build a strong personal brand on LinkedIn, how to approach clients for smooth conversions, the type of content that will truly cause an impact, and, ultimately, how to stop chasing opportunities and have them come to you instead.


Episode Breakdown:

03:51 The Fastest Rapper in the Balkans

04:53 Jay’s passion for writing and his well-loved BlackBerry phone

06:31 How Jay retired from rap

08:28 Jay’s origin story as a LinkedIn coach

12:41 How to stop chasing opportunities and have them come to you instead

15:29 F.A.I.L. and pivoting as you build your brand and business

18:00 Three things you need to do to build your personal brand on LinkedIn

22:58 Always go for a warm outreach instead of a cold outreach

25:53 Be human first and an expert sales agent second

28:06 Jay’s greatest issue with LinkedIn right now

30:36 Let go of combative marketing, you don’t need it

32:42 The importance of sharing truly valuable content for free  

37:38 How Jay’s life has come full circle, not once but twice

42:48 The post everyone should write and revisit over time

45:22 Embrace the cringe, it’ll change your life

46:59 A letter to Jasmin’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn 

Youtube 

Instagram 

Jay’s SaaS company, Linkbound.io.

Jay’s blocked posts: birthday post, spam bot post.

Join Jay’s community, Link Up, "THE community for LinkedIners".


Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans?

Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course.



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]]>LINKEDIN Master Jasmin Alić Gives a Masterclass On How to Attract Endless OpportunitiesHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode, host Howie Chan interviews Jasmin (Jay) Alić, THE LinkedIn coach, w...Howie Chanfull3023falseHow Can I help you? In this episode, host Howie Chan interviews Jasmin (Jay) Alić, THE LinkedIn coach, who rewrote the entire LinkedIn playbook by leading with generosity, relationship, and authenticity. They delve into a whole new way of looking at LinkedIn, the fact that this platform can actually flip your trajectory, and how to get you there. The discussion emphasizes the impact of having a strong personal brand on LinkedIn. Jasmin provides the strategies needed to build a strong personal brand on LinkedIn, how to approach clients for smooth conversions, the type of content that will truly cause an impact, and, ultimately, how to stop chasing opportunities and have them come to you instead. Episode Breakdown: 03:51 The Fastest Rapper in the Balkans 04:53 Jay’s passion for writing and his well-loved BlackBerry phone 06:31 How Jay retired from rap 08:28 Jay’s origin story as a LinkedIn coach 12:41 How to stop chasing opportunities and have them come to you instead 15:29 F.A.I.L. and pivoting as you build your brand and business 18:00 Three things you need to do to build your personal brand on LinkedIn 22:58 Always go for a warm outreach instead of a cold outreach 25:53 Be human first and an expert sales agent second 28:06 Jay’s greatest issue with LinkedIn right now 30:36 Let go of combative marketing, you don’t need it 32:42 The importance of sharing truly valuable content for free   37:38 How Jay’s life has come full circle, not once but twice 42:48 The post everyone should write and revisit over time 45:22 Embrace the cringe, it’ll change your life 46:59 A letter to Jasmin’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube  Instagram  Jay’s SaaS company, Linkbound.io. Jay’s blocked posts: birthday post, spam bot post. Join Jay’s community, Link Up, "THE community for LinkedIners". Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Leaving Corporate Life: UNCAGE Yourself From a System That No Longer Serves You and Thrive with Life Design Legend Matt DoanHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Matt Doan, who successfully designed and executed his escape from corporate life and now helps others also make their transition on their own terms. They delve into  what most people get wrong about quitting, why passive income won't save you, and how to mentally graduate from the corporate world before you actually leave. The discussion emphasizes that there’s hope: you can take control, leave a job that no longer serves you, and build a life that lights you up if you’re ready. Matt provides his corporate graduation framework, the three steps that will prepare you to leave the cage, along with valuable tips to help you put them into place, and stories of what helped him and his clients truly uncage themselves. Episode Breakdown: 03:33 Matt’s Freedom Day 04:13 What made him decide to break free from the corporate cage 09:03 How Matt graduated corporate life, then planned and visualized his way out 14:06 From replicating your corporate job to building a magnetic business  16:16 YOU are the one that’s valuable, not the company 18:09 Starting, growing,  and validating your business while keeping your job 21:05 Finding your zone of genius 27:15 A corporate myth, diminishing returns, and the need for strong boundaries 30:16 The truth about making the move to get out of corporate 34:53 Client fails and successes 39:28 The corporate graduation framework 41:41 The 3 steps to get you ready to leave the cage (and tips to implement them) 54:03 Traps to avoid when leaving corporate 56:24 The process of reinventing yourself 57:44 How Matt’s journey led him to where he is 1:00:31 A letter to Matt’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube Instagram  Listen to Matt’s podcast, Uncage Yourself with Matt Doan. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Legendary Quotes: “ The people that succeed are the ones that install the belief system and do the mental work day by day that this is working.” – Matt Doan “ I can show you dozens of journals upstairs, and that's the number one secret weapon I've had to creating this life that I have right now is those books.” – Matt Doan It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping business owners influence human behavior using brand psychology. Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.f3fd903e79bae4f230d25e6963b7f6453f01f43fTue, 08 Apr 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Matt Doan, who successfully designed and executed his escape from corporate life and now helps others also make their transition on their own terms.

They delve into  what most people get wrong about quitting, why passive income won't save you, and how to mentally graduate from the corporate world before you actually leave.

The discussion emphasizes that there’s hope: you can take control, leave a job that no longer serves you, and build a life that lights you up if you’re ready. Matt provides his corporate graduation framework, the three steps that will prepare you to leave the cage, along with valuable tips to help you put them into place, and stories of what helped him and his clients truly uncage themselves.

Episode Breakdown:

03:33 Matt’s Freedom Day

04:13 What made him decide to break free from the corporate cage

09:03 How Matt graduated corporate life, then planned and visualized his way out

14:06 From replicating your corporate job to building a magnetic business 

16:16 YOU are the one that’s valuable, not the company

18:09 Starting, growing,  and validating your business while keeping your job

21:05 Finding your zone of genius

27:15 A corporate myth, diminishing returns, and the need for strong boundaries

30:16 The truth about making the move to get out of corporate

34:53 Client fails and successes

39:28 The corporate graduation framework

41:41 The 3 steps to get you ready to leave the cage (and tips to implement them)

54:03 Traps to avoid when leaving corporate

56:24 The process of reinventing yourself

57:44 How Matt’s journey led him to where he is

1:00:31 A letter to Matt’s younger self

From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn 

Youtube

Instagram 


Listen to Matt’s podcast, Uncage Yourself with Matt Doan.

Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans?

Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course.


Legendary Quotes:

“ The people that succeed are the ones that install the belief system and do the mental work day by day that this is working.” – Matt Doan

“ I can show you dozens of journals upstairs, and that's the number one secret weapon I've had to creating this life that I have right now is those books.” – Matt Doan


It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽

Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping business owners influence human behavior using brand psychology.


Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review!


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]]>Leaving Corporate Life: UNCAGE Yourself From a System That No Longer Serves You and Thrive with Life Design Legend Matt DoanHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Matt Doan,...Howie Chanfull3910falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Matt Doan, who successfully designed and executed his escape from corporate life and now helps others also make their transition on their own terms. They delve into  what most people get wrong about quitting, why passive income won't save you, and how to mentally graduate from the corporate world before you actually leave. The discussion emphasizes that there’s hope: you can take control, leave a job that no longer serves you, and build a life that lights you up if you’re ready. Matt provides his corporate graduation framework, the three steps that will prepare you to leave the cage, along with valuable tips to help you put them into place, and stories of what helped him and his clients truly uncage themselves. Episode Breakdown: 03:33 Matt’s Freedom Day 04:13 What made him decide to break free from the corporate cage 09:03 How Matt graduated corporate life, then planned and visualized his way out 14:06 From replicating your corporate job to building a magnetic business  16:16 YOU are the one that’s valuable, not the company 18:09 Starting, growing,  and validating your business while keeping your job 21:05 Finding your zone of genius 27:15 A corporate myth, diminishing returns, and the need for strong boundaries 30:16 The truth about making the move to get out of corporate 34:53 Client fails and successes 39:28 The corporate graduation framework 41:41 The 3 steps to get you ready to leave the cage (and tips to implement them) 54:03 Traps to avoid when leaving corporate 56:24 The process of reinventing yourself 57:44 How Matt’s journey led him to where he is 1:00:31 A letter to Matt’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube Instagram  Listen to Matt’s podcast, Uncage Yourself with Matt Doan. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Legendary Quotes: “ The people that succeed are the ones that install the belief system and do the mental work day by day that this is working.” – Matt Doan “ I can show you dozens of journals upstairs, and that's the number one secret weapon I've had to creating this life that I have right now is those books.” – Matt Doan It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping business owners influence human behavior using brand psychology. Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Healing and Transformation: What is High Magick & How to UNBLOCK Your Path and The Power of Core Values with Legend Sonal BhaskaranHow Can I help you? In this episode, host Howie Chan interviews Sonal Bhaskaran, a peak performance coach, business process consultant, and High Magick energy healing practitioner. They delve into Sonal’s path of self-discovery, healing, and transformation, and discuss how she uses her psychic abilities to help others by removing what’s blocking them. The discussion emphasizes the importance of constantly working on yourself. Sonal gives us some insight into what High Magick actually is, but most importantly, she provides a powerful and practical exercise to help you identify what truly matters to you in life. Warning: in this episode, we explore Sonal’s complex PTSD. Beware if this type of content is triggering for you. Episode Breakdown: 03:19 My 60-minute High Magick session with Sonal   07:32 Sonal’s early experiences with her psychic abilities 10:05 How Sonal fell into the High Magick path and made it her career 22:12 When Sonal hit rock bottom and started her healing journey 30:16 The power of embracing your triggers to move forward 32:44 Understand High Magick and what it’s about 35:45 How Sonal ended up training in High Magick and Egyptian Mysteries 41:17 What it takes to do this spiritual work and truly help others 49:24 How Sonal is now living fully by continuously working on herself 52:11 A powerful and practical exercise to identify your core values 1:02:52 Tips to work through your core values on your own 1:06:39 The next step, once you have your values down 1:10:01 Sonal’s values From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube  X Instagram Hear more about our mutual friend, Ash, in episode 8 of the Legend Effect, Sharing Impactful Stories: Unleash the HIDDEN Power of Your Most Vulnerable Moments with Storytelling Legend Ash Rathod. Read the LinkedIn post Sonal wrote about being her disabled aunt’s caretaker. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Legendary Quotes: “ No one can do the work for you. I remove the blocks, but if you are just gonna go back to normal tomorrow, you're gonna build more back up again. What's the point? You have to really want change for yourself.” – Sonal Bhaskaran Join Legend Letters Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.45a94d50cd5a8166ebf751bfe21ae013aa03efb5Tue, 01 Apr 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode, host Howie Chan interviews Sonal Bhaskaran, a peak performance coach, business process consultant, and High Magick energy healing practitioner. They delve into Sonal’s path of self-discovery, healing, and transformation, and discuss how she uses her psychic abilities to help others by removing what’s blocking them.


The discussion emphasizes the importance of constantly working on yourself. Sonal gives us some insight into what High Magick actually is, but most importantly, she provides a powerful and practical exercise to help you identify what truly matters to you in life.


Warning: in this episode, we explore Sonal’s complex PTSD. Beware if this type of content is triggering for you.


Episode Breakdown:

03:19 My 60-minute High Magick session with Sonal  

07:32 Sonal’s early experiences with her psychic abilities

10:05 How Sonal fell into the High Magick path and made it her career

22:12 When Sonal hit rock bottom and started her healing journey

30:16 The power of embracing your triggers to move forward

32:44 Understand High Magick and what it’s about

35:45 How Sonal ended up training in High Magick and Egyptian Mysteries

41:17 What it takes to do this spiritual work and truly help others

49:24 How Sonal is now living fully by continuously working on herself

52:11 A powerful and practical exercise to identify your core values

1:02:52 Tips to work through your core values on your own

1:06:39 The next step, once you have your values down

1:10:01 Sonal’s values


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn 

Youtube 

X

Instagram

Hear more about our mutual friend, Ash, in episode 8 of the Legend Effect, Sharing Impactful Stories: Unleash the HIDDEN Power of Your Most Vulnerable Moments with Storytelling Legend Ash Rathod.

Read the LinkedIn post Sonal wrote about being her disabled aunt’s caretaker.

Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans?

Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course.


Legendary Quotes:

“ No one can do the work for you. I remove the blocks, but if you are just gonna go back to normal tomorrow, you're gonna build more back up again. What's the point? You have to really want change for yourself.” – Sonal Bhaskaran

Join Legend Letters


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]]>Healing and Transformation: What is High Magick & How to UNBLOCK Your Path and The Power of Core Values with Legend Sonal BhaskaranHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode, host Howie Chan interviews Sonal Bhaskaran, a peak performance coac...Howie Chanfull4436falseHow Can I help you? In this episode, host Howie Chan interviews Sonal Bhaskaran, a peak performance coach, business process consultant, and High Magick energy healing practitioner. They delve into Sonal’s path of self-discovery, healing, and transformation, and discuss how she uses her psychic abilities to help others by removing what’s blocking them. The discussion emphasizes the importance of constantly working on yourself. Sonal gives us some insight into what High Magick actually is, but most importantly, she provides a powerful and practical exercise to help you identify what truly matters to you in life. Warning: in this episode, we explore Sonal’s complex PTSD. Beware if this type of content is triggering for you. Episode Breakdown: 03:19 My 60-minute High Magick session with Sonal   07:32 Sonal’s early experiences with her psychic abilities 10:05 How Sonal fell into the High Magick path and made it her career 22:12 When Sonal hit rock bottom and started her healing journey 30:16 The power of embracing your triggers to move forward 32:44 Understand High Magick and what it’s about 35:45 How Sonal ended up training in High Magick and Egyptian Mysteries 41:17 What it takes to do this spiritual work and truly help others 49:24 How Sonal is now living fully by continuously working on herself 52:11 A powerful and practical exercise to identify your core values 1:02:52 Tips to work through your core values on your own 1:06:39 The next step, once you have your values down 1:10:01 Sonal’s values From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube  X Instagram Hear more about our mutual friend, Ash, in episode 8 of the Legend Effect, Sharing Impactful Stories: Unleash the HIDDEN Power of Your Most Vulnerable Moments with Storytelling Legend Ash Rathod. Read the LinkedIn post Sonal wrote about being her disabled aunt’s caretaker. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Legendary Quotes: “ No one can do the work for you. I remove the blocks, but if you are just gonna go back to normal tomorrow, you're gonna build more back up again. What's the point? You have to really want change for yourself.” – Sonal Bhaskaran Join Legend Letters Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Influencing Behavior: Your Audience Is Playing a STATUS GAME. Will You Help Them WIN or Continue MISSING the Mark? [SOLO SESH]How Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. In a series of short episodes - Solo Sesh (sessions) – he is bringing you the best strategies and ideas from scientific studies and the legends among us so you can live your version of legendary. He delves into  why status is the hidden force behind decision-making and  one of the biggest mistakes businesses and individuals make: misreading their audience's status game. The discussion emphasizes how you can create an unshakable connection with your audience if you align with their status game. Howie provides three things that will allow you to align your messaging and brand with the right status signals to connect with your audience and not repel it. Episode Breakdown: 02:12 The secret goal of our lives 02:52 A time when Apple got it very, very wrong with an ad 05:12 The status games played by different audiences  06:16 Three things to help you align with your target audience’s status game 07:52 How to nail it with your messaging, services, and products  From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram Catch up with my interview with Will Storr in episode 17 of the podcast: Storytelling: The TRUTH About What It Means to Be Human And The Secret to Influence with Legend Will Storr. Get the book, The Status Game. Watch the Apple iPad Pro Ad gone wrong here. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Legendary Quotes: “ Every decision, consciously or subconsciously, is about this one thing. This one thing that runs our lives, whether we like it or not. It's status and social positioning.” – Howie Chan “You need to understand the status game your audience is playing. Every industry, niche, and audience are playing a game. And if you misread it, you lose trust. Simple as that. But if you align with it, you can create this unshakable connection.” – Howie Chan “ Your job isn't to change that [status] game, it's to understand it and position your solution, your product, or whatever call to action that you want to make as the key to helping [your target audience] win it.” – Howie Chan It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.f35f3b2f6bc83509fc0bdd68cbc67e7e4210a465Tue, 25 Mar 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. In a series of short episodes - Solo Sesh (sessions) – he is bringing you the best strategies and ideas from scientific studies and the legends among us so you can live your version of legendary.


He delves into  why status is the hidden force behind decision-making and  one of the biggest mistakes businesses and individuals make: misreading their audience's status game.


The discussion emphasizes how you can create an unshakable connection with your audience if you align with their status game. Howie provides three things that will allow you to align your messaging and brand with the right status signals to connect with your audience and not repel it.


Episode Breakdown:


02:12 The secret goal of our lives

02:52 A time when Apple got it very, very wrong with an ad

05:12 The status games played by different audiences 

06:16 Three things to help you align with your target audience’s status game

07:52 How to nail it with your messaging, services, and products 


From Me:


Website

LinkedIn

Instagram


Catch up with my interview with Will Storr in episode 17 of the podcast: Storytelling: The TRUTH About What It Means to Be Human And The Secret to Influence with Legend Will Storr.

Get the book, The Status Game.

Watch the Apple iPad Pro Ad gone wrong here.

Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans?

Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course.

Legendary Quotes:

“ Every decision, consciously or subconsciously, is about this one thing. This one thing that runs our lives, whether we like it or not. It's status and social positioning.” – Howie Chan

“You need to understand the status game your audience is playing. Every industry, niche, and audience are playing a game. And if you misread it, you lose trust. Simple as that. But if you align with it, you can create this unshakable connection.” – Howie Chan

“ Your job isn't to change that [status] game, it's to understand it and position your solution, your product, or whatever call to action that you want to make as the key to helping [your target audience] win it.” – Howie Chan


It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽

Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology.


Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review!


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]]>Influencing Behavior: Your Audience Is Playing a STATUS GAME. Will You Help Them WIN or Continue MISSING the Mark? [SOLO SESH]How Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. In a se...Howie Chanfull617falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. In a series of short episodes - Solo Sesh (sessions) – he is bringing you the best strategies and ideas from scientific studies and the legends among us so you can live your version of legendary. He delves into  why status is the hidden force behind decision-making and  one of the biggest mistakes businesses and individuals make: misreading their audience's status game. The discussion emphasizes how you can create an unshakable connection with your audience if you align with their status game. Howie provides three things that will allow you to align your messaging and brand with the right status signals to connect with your audience and not repel it. Episode Breakdown: 02:12 The secret goal of our lives 02:52 A time when Apple got it very, very wrong with an ad 05:12 The status games played by different audiences  06:16 Three things to help you align with your target audience’s status game 07:52 How to nail it with your messaging, services, and products  From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram Catch up with my interview with Will Storr in episode 17 of the podcast: Storytelling: The TRUTH About What It Means to Be Human And The Secret to Influence with Legend Will Storr. Get the book, The Status Game. Watch the Apple iPad Pro Ad gone wrong here. Want prospects to become customers and passers-by to become fans? Sign up for Behavior Blueprint, my FREE 7-day email course. Legendary Quotes: “ Every decision, consciously or subconsciously, is about this one thing. This one thing that runs our lives, whether we like it or not. It's status and social positioning.” – Howie Chan “You need to understand the status game your audience is playing. Every industry, niche, and audience are playing a game. And if you misread it, you lose trust. Simple as that. But if you align with it, you can create this unshakable connection.” – Howie Chan “ Your job isn't to change that [status] game, it's to understand it and position your solution, your product, or whatever call to action that you want to make as the key to helping [your target audience] win it.” – Howie Chan It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Performance Mindset: Rewire Your Brain for Peak Performance & Become More Magnetic, Persuasive, and Unstoppable with Legend Collin HendersonHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Collin Henderson, a mindset coach, author, podcast host, speaker, consultant, and thought leader who  cracked the code on reprogramming self-doubt and conditioning the mind for peak performance. They delve into  the science of mindset shifts, why motivation fades, and lasting mental habits. The discussion emphasizes how shifting your mindset can make you more magnetic, persuasive, and simply unstoppable.  Collin gives us  a master class on mental conditioning and mindset mastery. He provides tools to disrupt negative patterns and  change your beliefs and behaviors for lasting transformation, a simple 4-minute exercise so you can start your training right away, a host of truly impactful quotes and personal stories, and a great Yoda impression. Episode Breakdown: 04:53 What drives people for real change 05:59 Collin’s difficult journey to 35 10:46  When the student is ready, the teacher appears 14:28 The transition from top sales rep to mindset coach 19:31 The importance of consistently training your mind  21:00 Start disrupting the pattern and  change your beliefs and behaviors  24:43 The two forms of mindfulness 27:07 3-step method to rewire your brain, your identity, and your self-image 32:42 Overcoming self-criticism and building credible confidence 40:22 A 4-minute mental workout so you can start conditioning your brain today 43:40 Collin’s father’s legacy that’s living through him 49:55 How Collin faced his fluency issues and the tools that helped him 57:28 The 4 things you need to create awareness and move forward 58:53 A letter to Collin’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube Instagram  Listen to Collin’s podcast, Master Your Mindset: Tools To Win The Innergame. Catch up on my conversation with David Robson, Mental Health and Relationships: The ONE TECHNIQUE That Will Transform Your Life. Want to master your mindset? Enroll in my 7-day Mindset Mastery: For Corporate Dropouts Turned Business Owners email course. Legendary Quotes: “ I was used to fear. I was used to suffering from what Dr. Michael Gervais calls the number one epidemic in performance today: fear of other people's opinions.” – Collin Henderson Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.ea8edf065f33c6fc72a762e2ef65a394174a66f3Tue, 18 Mar 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Collin Henderson, a mindset coach, author, podcast host, speaker, consultant, and thought leader who  cracked the code on reprogramming self-doubt and conditioning the mind for peak performance.

They delve into  the science of mindset shifts, why motivation fades, and lasting mental habits. The discussion emphasizes how shifting your mindset can make you more magnetic, persuasive, and simply unstoppable. 

Collin gives us  a master class on mental conditioning and mindset mastery. He provides tools to disrupt negative patterns and  change your beliefs and behaviors for lasting transformation, a simple 4-minute exercise so you can start your training right away, a host of truly impactful quotes and personal stories, and a great Yoda impression.


Episode Breakdown:

04:53 What drives people for real change

05:59 Collin’s difficult journey to 35

10:46  When the student is ready, the teacher appears

14:28 The transition from top sales rep to mindset coach

19:31 The importance of consistently training your mind 

21:00 Start disrupting the pattern and  change your beliefs and behaviors 

24:43 The two forms of mindfulness

27:07 3-step method to rewire your brain, your identity, and your self-image

32:42 Overcoming self-criticism and building credible confidence

40:22 A 4-minute mental workout so you can start conditioning your brain today

43:40 Collin’s father’s legacy that’s living through him

49:55 How Collin faced his fluency issues and the tools that helped him

57:28 The 4 things you need to create awareness and move forward

58:53 A letter to Collin’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn 

Youtube

Instagram 

Listen to Collin’s podcast, Master Your Mindset: Tools To Win The Innergame.


Catch up on my conversation with David Robson, Mental Health and Relationships: The ONE TECHNIQUE That Will Transform Your Life.


Want to master your mindset?

Enroll in my 7-day Mindset Mastery: For Corporate Dropouts Turned Business Owners email course.


Legendary Quotes:

“ I was used to fear. I was used to suffering from what Dr. Michael Gervais calls the number one epidemic in performance today: fear of other people's opinions.” – Collin Henderson



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]]>Performance Mindset: Rewire Your Brain for Peak Performance & Become More Magnetic, Persuasive, and Unstoppable with Legend Collin HendersonHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Collin Hend...Howie Chanfull3778falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Collin Henderson, a mindset coach, author, podcast host, speaker, consultant, and thought leader who  cracked the code on reprogramming self-doubt and conditioning the mind for peak performance. They delve into  the science of mindset shifts, why motivation fades, and lasting mental habits. The discussion emphasizes how shifting your mindset can make you more magnetic, persuasive, and simply unstoppable.  Collin gives us  a master class on mental conditioning and mindset mastery. He provides tools to disrupt negative patterns and  change your beliefs and behaviors for lasting transformation, a simple 4-minute exercise so you can start your training right away, a host of truly impactful quotes and personal stories, and a great Yoda impression. Episode Breakdown: 04:53 What drives people for real change 05:59 Collin’s difficult journey to 35 10:46  When the student is ready, the teacher appears 14:28 The transition from top sales rep to mindset coach 19:31 The importance of consistently training your mind  21:00 Start disrupting the pattern and  change your beliefs and behaviors  24:43 The two forms of mindfulness 27:07 3-step method to rewire your brain, your identity, and your self-image 32:42 Overcoming self-criticism and building credible confidence 40:22 A 4-minute mental workout so you can start conditioning your brain today 43:40 Collin’s father’s legacy that’s living through him 49:55 How Collin faced his fluency issues and the tools that helped him 57:28 The 4 things you need to create awareness and move forward 58:53 A letter to Collin’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube Instagram  Listen to Collin’s podcast, Master Your Mindset: Tools To Win The Innergame. Catch up on my conversation with David Robson, Mental Health and Relationships: The ONE TECHNIQUE That Will Transform Your Life. Want to master your mindset? Enroll in my 7-day Mindset Mastery: For Corporate Dropouts Turned Business Owners email course. Legendary Quotes: “ I was used to fear. I was used to suffering from what Dr. Michael Gervais calls the number one epidemic in performance today: fear of other people's opinions.” – Collin Henderson Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Public Speaking Skills: Overcome Stage Fright and Become a MEMORABLE SPEAKER with Public Speaking Legend Nausheen ChenHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Nausheen Chen, the CEO's public speaking coach and 3-time TEDx speaker, with over 10,000 hours on stage, who’s rocking purple hair all over the web and has coached leaders at Amazon, IBM, and Walmart. They delve into what one can do to become an impactful, memorable speaker that people love listening to and engaging with, as well as Nausheen’s incredible and twisty journey to finding her passion. The discussion emphasizes the importance of creating a true human connection with your audience instead of just mindlessly saying the words out loud. Nausheen provides the  three pillars of public speaking that anyone can work on to become a more memorable speaker, advice on how to overcome stage fright and anxiety, and some practical tips on how to present as a confident speaker. She also shares her message and personal stories so you, too, can learn to share yours. Episode Breakdown: 03:24 Nausheen’s quarter life crisis and the profound changes that followed 11:22 Why people feel stage fright and anxiety when speaking in public 17:01 Nature can only get you so far, nurture is also necessary 21:28 Public speaking skills: key elements to creating human connection and buy-in 29:46 Develop inner confidence to back your outer confidence 32:58 Starting a coaching business and building your brand 37:29 How Nausheen navigated imposter syndrome as a speaker 39:38 The 3 pillars of highly impactful public speakers 41:11 Practical tips to show up as a confident speaker (even online) 43:51 Challenging the concept of what comes naturally to us 46:36 How Nausheen’s life changed after she discovered she was adopted 50:02 Lessons from Nausheen’s ahead-of-her-time mother 55:19 The elements of a TEDx worthy talk  58:04 How to prepare for your TEDxTalk and what to expect 1:03:55 A letter to Nausheen’s future self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube X TikTok  Instagram  Tune into Nausheen’s podcast, Speak as a Leader. Watch Nausheen’s 3 TEDxTalks. Check out Nausheen’s post about her adoption here. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.8a8a009e36d45e0afecd577e302d19d6e0bee7e7Tue, 11 Mar 2025 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Nausheen Chen, the CEO's public speaking coach and 3-time TEDx speaker, with over 10,000 hours on stage, who’s rocking purple hair all over the web and has coached leaders at Amazon, IBM, and Walmart.

They delve into what one can do to become an impactful, memorable speaker that people love listening to and engaging with, as well as Nausheen’s incredible and twisty journey to finding her passion. The discussion emphasizes the importance of creating a true human connection with your audience instead of just mindlessly saying the words out loud.

Nausheen provides the  three pillars of public speaking that anyone can work on to become a more memorable speaker, advice on how to overcome stage fright and anxiety, and some practical tips on how to present as a confident speaker. She also shares her message and personal stories so you, too, can learn to share yours.


Episode Breakdown:

03:24 Nausheen’s quarter life crisis and the profound changes that followed

11:22 Why people feel stage fright and anxiety when speaking in public

17:01 Nature can only get you so far, nurture is also necessary

21:28 Public speaking skills: key elements to creating human connection and buy-in

29:46 Develop inner confidence to back your outer confidence

32:58 Starting a coaching business and building your brand

37:29 How Nausheen navigated imposter syndrome as a speaker

39:38 The 3 pillars of highly impactful public speakers

41:11 Practical tips to show up as a confident speaker (even online)

43:51 Challenging the concept of what comes naturally to us

46:36 How Nausheen’s life changed after she discovered she was adopted

50:02 Lessons from Nausheen’s ahead-of-her-time mother

55:19 The elements of a TEDx worthy talk 

58:04 How to prepare for your TEDxTalk and what to expect

1:03:55 A letter to Nausheen’s future self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn 

Youtube

X

TikTok 

Instagram 


Tune into Nausheen’s podcast, Speak as a Leader.

Watch Nausheen’s 3 TEDxTalks.

Check out Nausheen’s post about her adoption here.


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]]>Public Speaking Skills: Overcome Stage Fright and Become a MEMORABLE SPEAKER with Public Speaking Legend Nausheen ChenHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Nausheen Ch...Howie Chanfull4125falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Nausheen Chen, the CEO's public speaking coach and 3-time TEDx speaker, with over 10,000 hours on stage, who’s rocking purple hair all over the web and has coached leaders at Amazon, IBM, and Walmart. They delve into what one can do to become an impactful, memorable speaker that people love listening to and engaging with, as well as Nausheen’s incredible and twisty journey to finding her passion. The discussion emphasizes the importance of creating a true human connection with your audience instead of just mindlessly saying the words out loud. Nausheen provides the  three pillars of public speaking that anyone can work on to become a more memorable speaker, advice on how to overcome stage fright and anxiety, and some practical tips on how to present as a confident speaker. She also shares her message and personal stories so you, too, can learn to share yours. Episode Breakdown: 03:24 Nausheen’s quarter life crisis and the profound changes that followed 11:22 Why people feel stage fright and anxiety when speaking in public 17:01 Nature can only get you so far, nurture is also necessary 21:28 Public speaking skills: key elements to creating human connection and buy-in 29:46 Develop inner confidence to back your outer confidence 32:58 Starting a coaching business and building your brand 37:29 How Nausheen navigated imposter syndrome as a speaker 39:38 The 3 pillars of highly impactful public speakers 41:11 Practical tips to show up as a confident speaker (even online) 43:51 Challenging the concept of what comes naturally to us 46:36 How Nausheen’s life changed after she discovered she was adopted 50:02 Lessons from Nausheen’s ahead-of-her-time mother 55:19 The elements of a TEDx worthy talk  58:04 How to prepare for your TEDxTalk and what to expect 1:03:55 A letter to Nausheen’s future self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube X TikTok  Instagram  Tune into Nausheen’s podcast, Speak as a Leader. Watch Nausheen’s 3 TEDxTalks. Check out Nausheen’s post about her adoption here. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Storytelling for Business: The TRUTH About What It Means to Be Human And The Secret to INFLUENCE with Legend Will StorrHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Will Storr,  an award-winning journalist and best-selling author of multiple books on storytelling and the human condition. They delve into what it means to be human and why we do what we do so that we can use this knowledge to better influence human behavior and leverage storytelling for business success. The discussion emphasizes that we are a story and we all live in a story world. Will provides valuable insights into what motivates people within their own stories and the status games they play, and the core principles that can be used to effectively persuade and influence others. He also highlights some do’s and don’ts of stories, so you don’t put disastrous stories out there. Episode Breakdown: 02:40 We are a story 04:58 How our brains are fooling us 07:09 Religion is not good or bad 10:13 Persuade and influence people with these two types of stories 14:52 When persuasive storytelling gets out of hand 16:52 Why people join and stay in cults  20:48 Storytelling principles to help you get everyone behind change 26:48 Cautionary tales of companies’ stories gone wrong 30:26 Company dynamics that can lead to disastrous stories 32:29  The power of storytelling and story being 34:43 How to be a better leader 36:21 Understanding and leveraging our stories for healthier lives 38:45 Ways to bring people back from extreme entrenched beliefs 41:09 The devastating effects on your identity of being laid off 45:52  What you must do for effective storytelling 47:44 A letter to Will’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  X Instagram  Get the book, A Story is a Deal. For Will’s other books, go here. Want to go from unknown to legendary in 44 simple steps? Get your FREE copy of my Personal Brand Checklist. Legendary Quotes: “ Human beings are unique in that we experience reality as a story. The brain remixes the world around us and turns it into this unfolding narrative. It puts us in the middle of it. It coats our entire world in this kind of moral  paintwork.” – Will Storr “We all need a story to believe in. We all need a status game to play. We all need a kind of a heroic ideal to strive towards and that striving is the meaning of our life.” – Will Storr Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.43cdf6a06c49f911bbfa31c37466e6865b73b757Tue, 04 Mar 2025 10:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Will Storr,  an award-winning journalist and best-selling author of multiple books on storytelling and the human condition. They delve into what it means to be human and why we do what we do so that we can use this knowledge to better influence human behavior and leverage storytelling for business success.


The discussion emphasizes that we are a story and we all live in a story world. Will provides valuable insights into what motivates people within their own stories and the status games they play, and the core principles that can be used to effectively persuade and influence others. He also highlights some do’s and don’ts of stories, so you don’t put disastrous stories out there.


Episode Breakdown:


02:40 We are a story

04:58 How our brains are fooling us

07:09 Religion is not good or bad

10:13 Persuade and influence people with these two types of stories

14:52 When persuasive storytelling gets out of hand

16:52 Why people join and stay in cults 

20:48 Storytelling principles to help you get everyone behind change

26:48 Cautionary tales of companies’ stories gone wrong

30:26 Company dynamics that can lead to disastrous stories

32:29  The power of storytelling and story being

34:43 How to be a better leader

36:21 Understanding and leveraging our stories for healthier lives

38:45 Ways to bring people back from extreme entrenched beliefs

41:09 The devastating effects on your identity of being laid off

45:52  What you must do for effective storytelling

47:44 A letter to Will’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn 

X

Instagram 


Get the book, A Story is a Deal. For Will’s other books, go here.

Want to go from unknown to legendary in 44 simple steps?
Get your FREE copy of my Personal Brand Checklist.


Legendary Quotes:

“ Human beings are unique in that we experience reality as a story. The brain remixes the world around us and turns it into this unfolding narrative. It puts us in the middle of it. It coats our entire world in this kind of moral  paintwork.” – Will Storr

“We all need a story to believe in. We all need a status game to play. We all need a kind of a heroic ideal to strive towards and that striving is the meaning of our life.” – Will Storr


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]]>Storytelling for Business: The TRUTH About What It Means to Be Human And The Secret to INFLUENCE with Legend Will StorrHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Will Storr,...Howie Chanfull3037falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Will Storr,  an award-winning journalist and best-selling author of multiple books on storytelling and the human condition. They delve into what it means to be human and why we do what we do so that we can use this knowledge to better influence human behavior and leverage storytelling for business success. The discussion emphasizes that we are a story and we all live in a story world. Will provides valuable insights into what motivates people within their own stories and the status games they play, and the core principles that can be used to effectively persuade and influence others. He also highlights some do’s and don’ts of stories, so you don’t put disastrous stories out there. Episode Breakdown: 02:40 We are a story 04:58 How our brains are fooling us 07:09 Religion is not good or bad 10:13 Persuade and influence people with these two types of stories 14:52 When persuasive storytelling gets out of hand 16:52 Why people join and stay in cults  20:48 Storytelling principles to help you get everyone behind change 26:48 Cautionary tales of companies’ stories gone wrong 30:26 Company dynamics that can lead to disastrous stories 32:29  The power of storytelling and story being 34:43 How to be a better leader 36:21 Understanding and leveraging our stories for healthier lives 38:45 Ways to bring people back from extreme entrenched beliefs 41:09 The devastating effects on your identity of being laid off 45:52  What you must do for effective storytelling 47:44 A letter to Will’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  X Instagram  Get the book, A Story is a Deal. For Will’s other books, go here. Want to go from unknown to legendary in 44 simple steps? Get your FREE copy of my Personal Brand Checklist. Legendary Quotes: “ Human beings are unique in that we experience reality as a story. The brain remixes the world around us and turns it into this unfolding narrative. It puts us in the middle of it. It coats our entire world in this kind of moral  paintwork.” – Will Storr “We all need a story to believe in. We all need a status game to play. We all need a kind of a heroic ideal to strive towards and that striving is the meaning of our life.” – Will Storr Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Selling: How You STOP Feeling Salesy When You START Focusing On Service [SOLO SESH]How Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. In a new series of short episodes - Solo Sesh (sessions), he is bringing you the best strategies and ideas from scientific studies and the legends among us so you can live your version of legendary. He teaches you  how to reframe sales as a process of service and why that shift isn't just empowering, it's transformative for both you and your clients. That’s why the discussion emphasizes that selling isn’t about you, it’s about the person you’re trying to help.  Howie provides 4 different things you can do to reframe selling in your business, as well as examples of how he and others he knows put this new selling mindset into practice. Episode Breakdown: 02:09 When selling felt like an uphill battle to Howie 03:15 How Howie started to shake things up and approach selling differently 04:47 Flipping the script on selling 06:42 #1 Start with service, not sales  07:11 #2 Ask hard questions 07:48 #3 Empower the client to decide 08:37 #4  Celebrate the process, not just the outcome 09:30 Embrace the service mindset From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram If you want to know more about the logo designer I mentioned, catch up with episode 13 of the podcast: Brand and Identity: Boost your CREATIVITY and Become IRREPLACEABLE with Logo Designer Legend James Martin. Want to master your mindset? Enroll in my 7-day Mindset Mastery: For Corporate Dropouts Turned Business Owners email course. Legendary Quotes: “ My internal dialogue often sounded like this. ‘I don't want to bother them.’, ‘What if I come across as desperate?’, ‘I'm really not here to sell, I'm here to help.’ Here's the irony. That mindset wasn't helping anyone. Least of all, the people I wanted to serve.” – Howie Chan “ Your job is not to convince [your potential clients]. It is to illuminate the information at hand for them to make that decision. [Even if]  sometimes the best solution isn't working with you.” – Howie Chan “Think of this as a long-term game, building relationships, building trust with every person that you speak to. And over time, like I said, those relationships can turn into referrals, collaborations, partnerships, or just opportunities you didn't anticipate.” – Howie Chan It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.1ca647ef7f0dcc36f2eda43679683ff417b0d47dTue, 25 Feb 2025 10:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. In a new series of short episodes - Solo Sesh (sessions), he is bringing you the best strategies and ideas from scientific studies and the legends among us so you can live your version of legendary.

He teaches you  how to reframe sales as a process of service and why that shift isn't just empowering, it's transformative for both you and your clients. That’s why the discussion emphasizes that selling isn’t about you, it’s about the person you’re trying to help. 

Howie provides 4 different things you can do to reframe selling in your business, as well as examples of how he and others he knows put this new selling mindset into practice.


Episode Breakdown:

02:09 When selling felt like an uphill battle to Howie

03:15 How Howie started to shake things up and approach selling differently

04:47 Flipping the script on selling

06:42 #1 Start with service, not sales 

07:11 #2 Ask hard questions

07:48 #3 Empower the client to decide

08:37 #4  Celebrate the process, not just the outcome

09:30 Embrace the service mindset


From Me:

Website

LinkedIn

Instagram


If you want to know more about the logo designer I mentioned, catch up with episode 13 of the podcast: Brand and Identity: Boost your CREATIVITY and Become IRREPLACEABLE with Logo Designer Legend James Martin.

Want to master your mindset?

Enroll in my 7-day Mindset Mastery: For Corporate Dropouts Turned Business Owners email course.


Legendary Quotes:


“ My internal dialogue often sounded like this. ‘I don't want to bother them.’, ‘What if I come across as desperate?’, ‘I'm really not here to sell, I'm here to help.’ Here's the irony. That mindset wasn't helping anyone. Least of all, the people I wanted to serve.” – Howie Chan
“ Your job is not to convince [your potential clients]. It is to illuminate the information at hand for them to make that decision. [Even if]  sometimes the best solution isn't working with you.” – Howie Chan

“Think of this as a long-term game, building relationships, building trust with every person that you speak to. And over time, like I said, those relationships can turn into referrals, collaborations, partnerships, or just opportunities you didn't anticipate.” – Howie Chan


It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽

Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology.


Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review!


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]]>Selling: How You STOP Feeling Salesy When You START Focusing On Service [SOLO SESH]How Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. In a ne...Howie Chanfull690falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. In a new series of short episodes - Solo Sesh (sessions), he is bringing you the best strategies and ideas from scientific studies and the legends among us so you can live your version of legendary. He teaches you  how to reframe sales as a process of service and why that shift isn't just empowering, it's transformative for both you and your clients. That’s why the discussion emphasizes that selling isn’t about you, it’s about the person you’re trying to help.  Howie provides 4 different things you can do to reframe selling in your business, as well as examples of how he and others he knows put this new selling mindset into practice. Episode Breakdown: 02:09 When selling felt like an uphill battle to Howie 03:15 How Howie started to shake things up and approach selling differently 04:47 Flipping the script on selling 06:42 #1 Start with service, not sales  07:11 #2 Ask hard questions 07:48 #3 Empower the client to decide 08:37 #4  Celebrate the process, not just the outcome 09:30 Embrace the service mindset From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram If you want to know more about the logo designer I mentioned, catch up with episode 13 of the podcast: Brand and Identity: Boost your CREATIVITY and Become IRREPLACEABLE with Logo Designer Legend James Martin. Want to master your mindset? Enroll in my 7-day Mindset Mastery: For Corporate Dropouts Turned Business Owners email course. Legendary Quotes: “ My internal dialogue often sounded like this. ‘I don't want to bother them.’, ‘What if I come across as desperate?’, ‘I'm really not here to sell, I'm here to help.’ Here's the irony. That mindset wasn't helping anyone. Least of all, the people I wanted to serve.” – Howie Chan “ Your job is not to convince [your potential clients]. It is to illuminate the information at hand for them to make that decision. [Even if]  sometimes the best solution isn't working with you.” – Howie Chan “Think of this as a long-term game, building relationships, building trust with every person that you speak to. And over time, like I said, those relationships can turn into referrals, collaborations, partnerships, or just opportunities you didn't anticipate.” – Howie Chan It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Environment Design:  Feel Better & ATTRACT What You Need into Your Life with Feng Shui Legend Marie DiamondHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Marie Diamond, a Feng Shui master who works for a lot of top companies and celebrities and has helped more than 2 million students create spaces they feel great in.  They delve into Marie’s journey into Feng Shui, the true impact that changing your environment can bring, and how to get started. The discussion emphasizes the need to be open-minded and the idea that you don’t really need to believe in Feng Shui, you just need to try it to see the results. Marie provides practical steps you can take today to improve your environment and open up space for you to attract what you need into your life, as well as incredible success stories followed by the small changes that led to great transformation. Episode Breakdown: 01:48 What JOY means to Marie 04:40 What exactly is Feng Shui 07:38 How Marie navigates skepticism from her students 11:29 It’s not a belief system, it’s actually very practical 14:34 How Feng Shui turned Marie’s life around 17:30 Marie’s journey to become a Feng Shui master and teacher to millions 22:13 The switch from corporate lawyer to Feng Shui master 23:52 The 3 aspects of manifestation 26:03 Is your space aligned with your brand, your story, and your values? 30:51 Practical changes you can do and that transformed a company 34:20 A walkthrough of Howie’s results on the app and ways to improve his space 39:14 The reason why a lot of people procrastinate and how to change that 42:15 Understanding vibrations and brain waves 45:14 How to treat your space when you’re self-employed 46:45 Why you should never have your back to the door 47:42 The impact that colors and flowers can have on a space 50:22 How Marie manifested multiple-Oscar-winning clients 53:00 Tips to grow more prosperous in this Chinese Year of the Wood Snake 55:46 A letter to Marie’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube TikTok Facebook  Instagram  Get the book, Your Home Is a Vision Board. Download the Marie Diamond app. Learn more about The Secret. Watch the movie and read the book at thesecret.tv. Want to master your mindset? Get your FREE copy of my 7-day Mindset Mastery: For Corporate Dropouts Turned Business Owners. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.92a47c42281b6f2468b517b1d125e2efb1b431deTue, 18 Feb 2025 13:54:44 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Marie Diamond, a Feng Shui master who works for a lot of top companies and celebrities and has helped more than 2 million students create spaces they feel great in. 


They delve into Marie’s journey into Feng Shui, the true impact that changing your environment can bring, and how to get started. The discussion emphasizes the need to be open-minded and the idea that you don’t really need to believe in Feng Shui, you just need to try it to see the results.


Marie provides practical steps you can take today to improve your environment and open up space for you to attract what you need into your life, as well as incredible success stories followed by the small changes that led to great transformation.

Episode Breakdown:

01:48 What JOY means to Marie

04:40 What exactly is Feng Shui

07:38 How Marie navigates skepticism from her students

11:29 It’s not a belief system, it’s actually very practical

14:34 How Feng Shui turned Marie’s life around

17:30 Marie’s journey to become a Feng Shui master and teacher to millions

22:13 The switch from corporate lawyer to Feng Shui master

23:52 The 3 aspects of manifestation

26:03 Is your space aligned with your brand, your story, and your values?

30:51 Practical changes you can do and that transformed a company

34:20 A walkthrough of Howie’s results on the app and ways to improve his space

39:14 The reason why a lot of people procrastinate and how to change that

42:15 Understanding vibrations and brain waves

45:14 How to treat your space when you’re self-employed

46:45 Why you should never have your back to the door

47:42 The impact that colors and flowers can have on a space

50:22 How Marie manifested multiple-Oscar-winning clients

53:00 Tips to grow more prosperous in this Chinese Year of the Wood Snake

55:46 A letter to Marie’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn 

Youtube

TikTok

Facebook 

Instagram 


Get the book, Your Home Is a Vision Board.

Download the Marie Diamond app.

Learn more about The Secret. Watch the movie and read the book at thesecret.tv.


Want to master your mindset?

Get your FREE copy of my 7-day Mindset Mastery: For Corporate Dropouts Turned Business Owners.


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]]>Environment Design:  Feel Better & ATTRACT What You Need into Your Life with Feng Shui Legend Marie DiamondHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Marie Diamo...Howie Chanfull3521falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Marie Diamond, a Feng Shui master who works for a lot of top companies and celebrities and has helped more than 2 million students create spaces they feel great in.  They delve into Marie’s journey into Feng Shui, the true impact that changing your environment can bring, and how to get started. The discussion emphasizes the need to be open-minded and the idea that you don’t really need to believe in Feng Shui, you just need to try it to see the results. Marie provides practical steps you can take today to improve your environment and open up space for you to attract what you need into your life, as well as incredible success stories followed by the small changes that led to great transformation. Episode Breakdown: 01:48 What JOY means to Marie 04:40 What exactly is Feng Shui 07:38 How Marie navigates skepticism from her students 11:29 It’s not a belief system, it’s actually very practical 14:34 How Feng Shui turned Marie’s life around 17:30 Marie’s journey to become a Feng Shui master and teacher to millions 22:13 The switch from corporate lawyer to Feng Shui master 23:52 The 3 aspects of manifestation 26:03 Is your space aligned with your brand, your story, and your values? 30:51 Practical changes you can do and that transformed a company 34:20 A walkthrough of Howie’s results on the app and ways to improve his space 39:14 The reason why a lot of people procrastinate and how to change that 42:15 Understanding vibrations and brain waves 45:14 How to treat your space when you’re self-employed 46:45 Why you should never have your back to the door 47:42 The impact that colors and flowers can have on a space 50:22 How Marie manifested multiple-Oscar-winning clients 53:00 Tips to grow more prosperous in this Chinese Year of the Wood Snake 55:46 A letter to Marie’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube TikTok Facebook  Instagram  Get the book, Your Home Is a Vision Board. Download the Marie Diamond app. Learn more about The Secret. Watch the movie and read the book at thesecret.tv. Want to master your mindset? Get your FREE copy of my 7-day Mindset Mastery: For Corporate Dropouts Turned Business Owners. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Memory Mastery: How to TRAIN YOUR BRAIN, Sharpen FOCUS, and Become UNFORGETABLE with 6x U.S. Memory Champion Nelson DellisHow Can I help you? In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan interviews Nelson Dellis, a 4x U.S. Memory Champion, brain performance coach, and author, about how to unlock the full potential of your mind through memory training. Nelson breaks down the myths about memory and shares how anyone—yes, anyone—can develop powerful mental focus, strengthen recall, and apply memory techniques to improve public speaking, personal branding, and everyday effectiveness. His story of going from average memory to world-class competitor will inspire anyone looking to boost their cognitive performance, become more influential, and show up with clarity in both business and life. Episode Breakdown: 02:39 The Michael Jordan of competitive memory sports 03:02 What inspired Nelson to start working on his memory 06:54 Learning to read at 3 years old 08:44 Why Nelson turned to memory competitions to improve his memory 10:43 How Nelson feels about having to perform for others 13:12 Improve your networking skills with these tips to remember people’s names 18:49 How Nelson memorizes quotes, texts, and speeches 24:17 A glimpse into Nelson’s mind and memory palaces 26:35 Start any memory task by doing this 27:23 Short and long-term memory palaces and forgetting the things you don’t want 30:04 Nelson’s daily mind training routine when he’s not competing 31:19 When Nelson realized he was actually good at memorizing 32:42 Strategies and mistakes in memory sports 37:04 Nelson’s career as a professor and the irony of being called forgetful 42:17 Nelson’s first-ever video and his passion for learning and teaching 43:50 Nelson’s journey as a YouTube content creator and his lessons along the way 50:07 The next challenges for Nelson with his YouTube channel 52:19 About being known as the “memory guy” and branching out 54:03 The book that changed Nelson’s life 57:15 How to be and create more memorable things 59:48 Advice on what will truly help you improve your memory 1:01:45 A letter to Nelson’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube Learn the basics of How to Remember Names with this video. Check out Nelson’s first-ever video. Get the book that changed Nelson’s life, Gödel, Escher, Bach: An Eternal Golden Braid. Want to go from unknown to legendary in 44 simple steps? Get your FREE copy of my Personal Brand Checklist. Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.d8168cd41961f75a36c9305f0a5bb387c04fe501Tue, 11 Feb 2025 10:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan interviews Nelson Dellis, a 4x U.S. Memory Champion, brain performance coach, and author, about how to unlock the full potential of your mind through memory training.


Nelson breaks down the myths about memory and shares how anyone—yes, anyone—can develop powerful mental focus, strengthen recall, and apply memory techniques to improve public speaking, personal branding, and everyday effectiveness.


His story of going from average memory to world-class competitor will inspire anyone looking to boost their cognitive performance, become more influential, and show up with clarity in both business and life.


Episode Breakdown:

02:39 The Michael Jordan of competitive memory sports

03:02 What inspired Nelson to start working on his memory

06:54 Learning to read at 3 years old

08:44 Why Nelson turned to memory competitions to improve his memory

10:43 How Nelson feels about having to perform for others

13:12 Improve your networking skills with these tips to remember people’s names

18:49 How Nelson memorizes quotes, texts, and speeches

24:17 A glimpse into Nelson’s mind and memory palaces

26:35 Start any memory task by doing this

27:23 Short and long-term memory palaces and forgetting the things you don’t want

30:04 Nelson’s daily mind training routine when he’s not competing

31:19 When Nelson realized he was actually good at memorizing

32:42 Strategies and mistakes in memory sports

37:04 Nelson’s career as a professor and the irony of being called forgetful

42:17 Nelson’s first-ever video and his passion for learning and teaching

43:50 Nelson’s journey as a YouTube content creator and his lessons along the way

50:07 The next challenges for Nelson with his YouTube channel

52:19 About being known as the “memory guy” and branching out

54:03 The book that changed Nelson’s life

57:15 How to be and create more memorable things

59:48 Advice on what will truly help you improve your memory

1:01:45 A letter to Nelson’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn 

Youtube


Learn the basics of How to Remember Names with this video.

Check out Nelson’s first-ever video.

Get the book that changed Nelson’s life, Gödel, Escher, Bach: An Eternal Golden Braid.


Want to go from unknown to legendary in 44 simple steps?


Get your FREE copy of my Personal Brand Checklist.


Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology.


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]]>Memory Mastery: How to TRAIN YOUR BRAIN, Sharpen FOCUS, and Become UNFORGETABLE with 6x U.S. Memory Champion Nelson DellisHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan interviews Nelson Dellis, a 4x...Howie Chanfull3985falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan interviews Nelson Dellis, a 4x U.S. Memory Champion, brain performance coach, and author, about how to unlock the full potential of your mind through memory training. Nelson breaks down the myths about memory and shares how anyone—yes, anyone—can develop powerful mental focus, strengthen recall, and apply memory techniques to improve public speaking, personal branding, and everyday effectiveness. His story of going from average memory to world-class competitor will inspire anyone looking to boost their cognitive performance, become more influential, and show up with clarity in both business and life. Episode Breakdown: 02:39 The Michael Jordan of competitive memory sports 03:02 What inspired Nelson to start working on his memory 06:54 Learning to read at 3 years old 08:44 Why Nelson turned to memory competitions to improve his memory 10:43 How Nelson feels about having to perform for others 13:12 Improve your networking skills with these tips to remember people’s names 18:49 How Nelson memorizes quotes, texts, and speeches 24:17 A glimpse into Nelson’s mind and memory palaces 26:35 Start any memory task by doing this 27:23 Short and long-term memory palaces and forgetting the things you don’t want 30:04 Nelson’s daily mind training routine when he’s not competing 31:19 When Nelson realized he was actually good at memorizing 32:42 Strategies and mistakes in memory sports 37:04 Nelson’s career as a professor and the irony of being called forgetful 42:17 Nelson’s first-ever video and his passion for learning and teaching 43:50 Nelson’s journey as a YouTube content creator and his lessons along the way 50:07 The next challenges for Nelson with his YouTube channel 52:19 About being known as the “memory guy” and branching out 54:03 The book that changed Nelson’s life 57:15 How to be and create more memorable things 59:48 Advice on what will truly help you improve your memory 1:01:45 A letter to Nelson’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube Learn the basics of How to Remember Names with this video. Check out Nelson’s first-ever video. Get the book that changed Nelson’s life, Gödel, Escher, Bach: An Eternal Golden Braid. Want to go from unknown to legendary in 44 simple steps? Get your FREE copy of my Personal Brand Checklist. Join Legend Letters: The free newsletter helping thousands of business owners influence human behavior (and look like a legend) using brand psychology. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Brand Identity: Boost your CREATIVITY and Become IRREPLACEABLE with Logo Designer Legend James MartinHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews James Martin, a.k.a Made by James,  the ultimate champion of the everyday designer and one of the most prolific logo identity designers on the planet. They delve into how we can become more creative and irreplaceable in the face of AI and fierce competition. The discussion emphasizes how staying true to yourself is key to attracting the right people and opportunities. James gives  us an unfiltered tour of his mind, including his beliefs and philosophies about creativity and design. He also provides expert advice and tips that will help boost your creativity and make sure you stand out from the crowd. Episode Breakdown: 02:28 The importance of putting yourself out there 06:42 Building his own design agency 12:39 Top advice for someone starting to put out content today 16:42 How to balance staying true to yourself and chasing metrics 21:52 Trauma, vulnerability, self-reflection, and being yourself 24:37 Herd mentality and standing out from the crowd 27:22 Creativity at a crossroads with the rise of AI 29:45 Tips to become more creative every day 32:58 People’s biggest missteps when it comes to identities and logos 35:17 The role of a brand or visual identity designer 39:35 The power of a mark 41:11 One thing you should look for when working with a designer 42:02 Strategies to be more creative and become irreplaceable  47:24 How James nurtures existing clients and attracts new ones 58:43 The best way to build your creativity 1:00:30 A letter to James’ younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube Instagram  Get the book, Made by James: The Honest Guide to Creativity and Logo Design. Look into the book James got with a note from the author, The Everyday Hero Manifesto by Robin Sharma. Check out the book James mentions, Show Your Work! by Austin Kleon. Want to go from unknown to legendary in 44 simple steps? Get your FREE copy of my Personal Brand Checklist. It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: the ultimate guide for corporate dropouts turned business owners. 📩 Try the Legend Letters Newsletter. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.661ae2d17c9388fa6206efcc29421498b8bbb782Tue, 04 Feb 2025 10:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews James Martin, a.k.a Made by James,  the ultimate champion of the everyday designer and one of the most prolific logo identity designers on the planet. They delve into how we can become more creative and irreplaceable in the face of AI and fierce competition.


The discussion emphasizes how staying true to yourself is key to attracting the right people and opportunities. James gives  us an unfiltered tour of his mind, including his beliefs and philosophies about creativity and design. He also provides expert advice and tips that will help boost your creativity and make sure you stand out from the crowd.


Episode Breakdown:

02:28 The importance of putting yourself out there

06:42 Building his own design agency

12:39 Top advice for someone starting to put out content today

16:42 How to balance staying true to yourself and chasing metrics

21:52 Trauma, vulnerability, self-reflection, and being yourself

24:37 Herd mentality and standing out from the crowd

27:22 Creativity at a crossroads with the rise of AI

29:45 Tips to become more creative every day

32:58 People’s biggest missteps when it comes to identities and logos

35:17 The role of a brand or visual identity designer

39:35 The power of a mark

41:11 One thing you should look for when working with a designer

42:02 Strategies to be more creative and become irreplaceable 

47:24 How James nurtures existing clients and attracts new ones

58:43 The best way to build your creativity

1:00:30 A letter to James’ younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn 

Youtube

Instagram 


Get the book, Made by James: The Honest Guide to Creativity and Logo Design.

Look into the book James got with a note from the author, The Everyday Hero Manifesto by Robin Sharma.

Check out the book James mentions, Show Your Work! by Austin Kleon.


Want to go from unknown to legendary in 44 simple steps? Get your FREE copy of my Personal Brand Checklist.


It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽


Join Legend Letters: the ultimate guide for corporate dropouts turned business owners.

📩 Try the Legend Letters Newsletter.


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]]>Brand Identity: Boost your CREATIVITY and Become IRREPLACEABLE with Logo Designer Legend James MartinHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews James Marti...Howie Chanfull3845falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews James Martin, a.k.a Made by James,  the ultimate champion of the everyday designer and one of the most prolific logo identity designers on the planet. They delve into how we can become more creative and irreplaceable in the face of AI and fierce competition. The discussion emphasizes how staying true to yourself is key to attracting the right people and opportunities. James gives  us an unfiltered tour of his mind, including his beliefs and philosophies about creativity and design. He also provides expert advice and tips that will help boost your creativity and make sure you stand out from the crowd. Episode Breakdown: 02:28 The importance of putting yourself out there 06:42 Building his own design agency 12:39 Top advice for someone starting to put out content today 16:42 How to balance staying true to yourself and chasing metrics 21:52 Trauma, vulnerability, self-reflection, and being yourself 24:37 Herd mentality and standing out from the crowd 27:22 Creativity at a crossroads with the rise of AI 29:45 Tips to become more creative every day 32:58 People’s biggest missteps when it comes to identities and logos 35:17 The role of a brand or visual identity designer 39:35 The power of a mark 41:11 One thing you should look for when working with a designer 42:02 Strategies to be more creative and become irreplaceable  47:24 How James nurtures existing clients and attracts new ones 58:43 The best way to build your creativity 1:00:30 A letter to James’ younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube Instagram  Get the book, Made by James: The Honest Guide to Creativity and Logo Design. Look into the book James got with a note from the author, The Everyday Hero Manifesto by Robin Sharma. Check out the book James mentions, Show Your Work! by Austin Kleon. Want to go from unknown to legendary in 44 simple steps? Get your FREE copy of my Personal Brand Checklist. It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters: the ultimate guide for corporate dropouts turned business owners. 📩 Try the Legend Letters Newsletter. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Value Proposition: STOP LOSING MONEY and Start ATTRACTING the Right Opportunities and People [SOLO SESH]How Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. In a new series of short episodes - Solo Sesh (sessions), he is bringing the best strategies and ideas from scientific studies and the legends among us so you can live your version of legendary. He delves into how to craft a clear and compelling value proposition that sets you apart and attracts the right opportunities and people. The discussion emphasizes the importance of standing out instead of blending in.  Howie walks you through the story of someone who struggled with creating a good value proposition, why having a value proposition matters so much, and a simple three-step framework to help you define yours. Episode Breakdown: 02:11 Sarah’s struggles with defining her value proposition 03:02 Why your emotions and your why matter for your value proposition 05:47 Step 1 to find your value proposition:  Who do you help? 06:37 Step 2 to find your value proposition: What problem do you solve? 07:28 Step 3 to find your value proposition:  Why does it ignite you? 08:42 Putting it all together into your unique value proposition 09:10 Now it’s your turn! From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram  Want 75 hacks to become more charismatic? Get your FREE copy of my Charisma Tactical Toolkit. Legendary Quotes: “ If you can't explain what makes you unique in one sentence, you're losing clients. You're losing money!” – Howie Chan “ A value proposition isn't just some business jargon. To put it another way, it is your declaration of purpose. It helps people understand why you're here, what makes you different, and stops someone and [has] them think, ‘Hmm, do I need that?’” – Howie Chan “In today's crowded market, being generic is the fastest way to be ignored, but also being lengthy is the easiest way to confuse people.” – Howie Chan It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters to get the most important lessons and behind-the-scenes content in under 5 min. 📩 Try the Legend Letters Newsletter. Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.d858d0214e7d1992f1d40e09bb418cf26082a775Tue, 28 Jan 2025 10:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. In a new series of short episodes - Solo Sesh (sessions), he is bringing the best strategies and ideas from scientific studies and the legends among us so you can live your version of legendary.


He delves into how to craft a clear and compelling value proposition that sets you apart and attracts the right opportunities and people. The discussion emphasizes the importance of standing out instead of blending in. 


Howie walks you through the story of someone who struggled with creating a good value proposition, why having a value proposition matters so much, and a simple three-step framework to help you define yours.


Episode Breakdown:

02:11 Sarah’s struggles with defining her value proposition

03:02 Why your emotions and your why matter for your value proposition

05:47 Step 1 to find your value proposition:  Who do you help?

06:37 Step 2 to find your value proposition: What problem do you solve?

07:28 Step 3 to find your value proposition:  Why does it ignite you?

08:42 Putting it all together into your unique value proposition

09:10 Now it’s your turn!


From Me:


Website

LinkedIn

Instagram 


Want 75 hacks to become more charismatic?


Get your FREE copy of my Charisma Tactical Toolkit.


Legendary Quotes:


“ If you can't explain what makes you unique in one sentence, you're losing clients. You're losing money!” – Howie Chan

“ A value proposition isn't just some business jargon. To put it another way, it is your declaration of purpose. It helps people understand why you're here, what makes you different, and stops someone and [has] them think, ‘Hmm, do I need that?’” – Howie Chan

“In today's crowded market, being generic is the fastest way to be ignored, but also being lengthy is the easiest way to confuse people.” – Howie Chan

It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽

Join Legend Letters to get the most important lessons and behind-the-scenes content in under 5 min.


📩 Try the Legend Letters Newsletter.


Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review!


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]]>Value Proposition: STOP LOSING MONEY and Start ATTRACTING the Right Opportunities and People [SOLO SESH]How Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. In a ne...Howie Chanfull632falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. In a new series of short episodes - Solo Sesh (sessions), he is bringing the best strategies and ideas from scientific studies and the legends among us so you can live your version of legendary. He delves into how to craft a clear and compelling value proposition that sets you apart and attracts the right opportunities and people. The discussion emphasizes the importance of standing out instead of blending in.  Howie walks you through the story of someone who struggled with creating a good value proposition, why having a value proposition matters so much, and a simple three-step framework to help you define yours. Episode Breakdown: 02:11 Sarah’s struggles with defining her value proposition 03:02 Why your emotions and your why matter for your value proposition 05:47 Step 1 to find your value proposition:  Who do you help? 06:37 Step 2 to find your value proposition: What problem do you solve? 07:28 Step 3 to find your value proposition:  Why does it ignite you? 08:42 Putting it all together into your unique value proposition 09:10 Now it’s your turn! From Me: Website LinkedIn Instagram  Want 75 hacks to become more charismatic? Get your FREE copy of my Charisma Tactical Toolkit. Legendary Quotes: “ If you can't explain what makes you unique in one sentence, you're losing clients. You're losing money!” – Howie Chan “ A value proposition isn't just some business jargon. To put it another way, it is your declaration of purpose. It helps people understand why you're here, what makes you different, and stops someone and [has] them think, ‘Hmm, do I need that?’” – Howie Chan “In today's crowded market, being generic is the fastest way to be ignored, but also being lengthy is the easiest way to confuse people.” – Howie Chan It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters to get the most important lessons and behind-the-scenes content in under 5 min. 📩 Try the Legend Letters Newsletter. Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Speaking Skills: The Surprising POWER of AWKWARDNESS & How You Can Harness It with Workplace Performance Legend Henna PryorHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Henna Pryor, a Workplace Performance Expert, a 2x TEDx speaker, a regular expert columnist for Inc. Magazine, and a best-selling author. If you're looking to improve your speaking skills, listen up! Howie and Henna delve into what embracing awkwardness really entails, the  skills now being lost in the modern era that we need to recreate in the workplace, and what it looks like to make big career pivots. The discussion emphasizes how feeling awkward is not something to fix but something that can actually improve your speaking skills and be your biggest asset for professional and personal growth. Henna provides tips and insights into how to successfully navigate awkward moments and situations, build deeper connections, get better at selling, and become more confident. Episode Breakdown: 02:21 The Helen story: navigating extreme awkwardness at work for the first time 08:25 A real-life awkward moment 11:10 Taking aligned action over avoiding discomfort 14:53 How to get good at navigating awkward moments 21:09 Practical tips to help you face awkward situations 25:38 The cultural shift toward being less perfect 30:12 The decision to leave an explosive 14-year career in staffing 33:54 An exercise for high achievers to overcome the fear of career change 35:41 Telling Henna’s South Asian parents about her career pivots 36:54 The blessing of starting from scratch during the Pandemic 38:25 How difficult it was for Henna to pivot throughout her career 40:31 A hard-earned but transformational lesson 42:08 A tactical sales hack 45:02 How awkwardness became Henna’s banner 47:32 The value of placing a small bet 51:13 Awkward conversations are what will help heal humanity 53:50 A letter to Henna’s younger self 55:28 Henna’s current definition of success From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube Facebook  Instagram  Get the book, Good Awkward. Watch Henna’s 2 TEDxTalks Want to get ahead at work? Risk the awkward moments and The new way to brag in the modern world - and feel good doing it. Want 75 hacks to become more charismatic? Get your FREE copy of my Charisma Tactical Toolkit. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.7ab30bb80de0164bdbe3fdb1ced0989a66c5606bTue, 21 Jan 2025 12:01:22 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Henna Pryor, a Workplace Performance Expert, a 2x TEDx speaker, a regular expert columnist for Inc. Magazine, and a best-selling author. If you're looking to improve your speaking skills, listen up! Howie and Henna delve into what embracing awkwardness really entails, the  skills now being lost in the modern era that we need to recreate in the workplace, and what it looks like to make big career pivots.


The discussion emphasizes how feeling awkward is not something to fix but something that can actually improve your speaking skills and be your biggest asset for professional and personal growth. Henna provides tips and insights into how to successfully navigate awkward moments and situations, build deeper connections, get better at selling, and become more confident.


Episode Breakdown:


02:21 The Helen story: navigating extreme awkwardness at work for the first time

08:25 A real-life awkward moment

11:10 Taking aligned action over avoiding discomfort

14:53 How to get good at navigating awkward moments

21:09 Practical tips to help you face awkward situations

25:38 The cultural shift toward being less perfect

30:12 The decision to leave an explosive 14-year career in staffing

33:54 An exercise for high achievers to overcome the fear of career change

35:41 Telling Henna’s South Asian parents about her career pivots

36:54 The blessing of starting from scratch during the Pandemic

38:25 How difficult it was for Henna to pivot throughout her career

40:31 A hard-earned but transformational lesson

42:08 A tactical sales hack

45:02 How awkwardness became Henna’s banner

47:32 The value of placing a small bet

51:13 Awkward conversations are what will help heal humanity

53:50 A letter to Henna’s younger self

55:28 Henna’s current definition of success


From Our Guest:


Website

LinkedIn 

Youtube

Facebook 

Instagram 


Get the book, Good Awkward.

Watch Henna’s 2 TEDxTalks Want to get ahead at work? Risk the awkward moments and The new way to brag in the modern world - and feel good doing it.


Want 75 hacks to become more charismatic?


Get your FREE copy of my Charisma Tactical Toolkit.


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]]>Speaking Skills: The Surprising POWER of AWKWARDNESS & How You Can Harness It with Workplace Performance Legend Henna PryorHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Henna Pryor...Howie Chanfull3406falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Henna Pryor, a Workplace Performance Expert, a 2x TEDx speaker, a regular expert columnist for Inc. Magazine, and a best-selling author. If you're looking to improve your speaking skills, listen up! Howie and Henna delve into what embracing awkwardness really entails, the  skills now being lost in the modern era that we need to recreate in the workplace, and what it looks like to make big career pivots. The discussion emphasizes how feeling awkward is not something to fix but something that can actually improve your speaking skills and be your biggest asset for professional and personal growth. Henna provides tips and insights into how to successfully navigate awkward moments and situations, build deeper connections, get better at selling, and become more confident. Episode Breakdown: 02:21 The Helen story: navigating extreme awkwardness at work for the first time 08:25 A real-life awkward moment 11:10 Taking aligned action over avoiding discomfort 14:53 How to get good at navigating awkward moments 21:09 Practical tips to help you face awkward situations 25:38 The cultural shift toward being less perfect 30:12 The decision to leave an explosive 14-year career in staffing 33:54 An exercise for high achievers to overcome the fear of career change 35:41 Telling Henna’s South Asian parents about her career pivots 36:54 The blessing of starting from scratch during the Pandemic 38:25 How difficult it was for Henna to pivot throughout her career 40:31 A hard-earned but transformational lesson 42:08 A tactical sales hack 45:02 How awkwardness became Henna’s banner 47:32 The value of placing a small bet 51:13 Awkward conversations are what will help heal humanity 53:50 A letter to Henna’s younger self 55:28 Henna’s current definition of success From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube Facebook  Instagram  Get the book, Good Awkward. Watch Henna’s 2 TEDxTalks Want to get ahead at work? Risk the awkward moments and The new way to brag in the modern world - and feel good doing it. Want 75 hacks to become more charismatic? Get your FREE copy of my Charisma Tactical Toolkit. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Communication Skills: Learn the TRUTH Behind the Lies You Have Been Told About Body Language With Legend Blake EastmanHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Blake Eastman, former professional poker player and the founder of the Nonverbal Group,  a behavioral research and education company teaching people to better communicate and thrive in social interactions. They delve into Blake’s journey to becoming the human behavior and communications expert he is, effective communication skills, the hard-earned lessons he got when his father was diagnosed with ALS, behind the scenes stories, and, of course, poker. The discussion emphasizes the complexity and subjectivity of communication and how any transformation must start from within. Blake provides tips that will help you communicate like the legend that you are right away, insights into the world of professional poker, and unveils the truth behind the lies we’re told about how human behavior. Episode Breakdown: 02:18 The truth behind the scenes of Slate’s viral article on Blake 04:22 Blake’s intense teaching schedule 05:20 A quick rise and journey of mistakes and lessons 09:06 Becoming an adjunct professor at CUNY 12:24 Why a JD MBA and academia just wasn’t for Blake 16:54 The questions Blake is trying to answer  20:22 How his family and early years influenced his path   24:01 Navigating the serious challenge of a parent with ALS 27:31 Hard-earned lessons 30:03 The truth behind statistics and blank statements about human behavior  33:05 How Blake approaches research as an entrepreneur 39:54 Tips to help you communicate more effectively today 41:27 The Flaw Finder 5000 43:43 Biggest barriers to truly transforming your social skills 45:01 Why people are committing to a full year of transformation 48:09 Insights into the world of poker 52:24 Tips to win a home poker game 54:18 The role of poker in Blake’s life 56:36 When Blake  placed 4th at a WSOP Main Event 1:01:33 The funny story behind Blake’s run-in with the IRS 1:04:33 Finding  the magic and beauty of what makes people effective 1:07:00 A letter to Blake’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube  X Facebook  Instagram  Sign up for The Behavioralist Newsletter by Blake. Check out the Slate article Howie mentions. Charisma is a Skill: Get your FREE copy of the Charisma Tactical Toolkit. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.41ca2f2549833ae977eb84b70a07f21c19bd3959Tue, 14 Jan 2025 10:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Blake Eastman, former professional poker player and the founder of the Nonverbal Group,  a behavioral research and education company teaching people to better communicate and thrive in social interactions.


They delve into Blake’s journey to becoming the human behavior and communications expert he is, effective communication skills, the hard-earned lessons he got when his father was diagnosed with ALS, behind the scenes stories, and, of course, poker.


The discussion emphasizes the complexity and subjectivity of communication and how any transformation must start from within. Blake provides tips that will help you communicate like the legend that you are right away, insights into the world of professional poker, and unveils the truth behind the lies we’re told about how human behavior.

Episode Breakdown:

02:18 The truth behind the scenes of Slate’s viral article on Blake

04:22 Blake’s intense teaching schedule

05:20 A quick rise and journey of mistakes and lessons

09:06 Becoming an adjunct professor at CUNY

12:24 Why a JD MBA and academia just wasn’t for Blake

16:54 The questions Blake is trying to answer 

20:22 How his family and early years influenced his path  

24:01 Navigating the serious challenge of a parent with ALS

27:31 Hard-earned lessons

30:03 The truth behind statistics and blank statements about human behavior 

33:05 How Blake approaches research as an entrepreneur

39:54 Tips to help you communicate more effectively today

41:27 The Flaw Finder 5000

43:43 Biggest barriers to truly transforming your social skills

45:01 Why people are committing to a full year of transformation

48:09 Insights into the world of poker

52:24 Tips to win a home poker game

54:18 The role of poker in Blake’s life

56:36 When Blake  placed 4th at a WSOP Main Event

1:01:33 The funny story behind Blake’s run-in with the IRS

1:04:33 Finding  the magic and beauty of what makes people effective

1:07:00 A letter to Blake’s younger self

From Our Guest:


Website

LinkedIn 

Youtube 

X

Facebook 

Instagram 


Sign up for The Behavioralist Newsletter by Blake.


Check out the Slate article Howie mentions.

Charisma is a Skill:

Get your FREE copy of the Charisma Tactical Toolkit.



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]]>Communication Skills: Learn the TRUTH Behind the Lies You Have Been Told About Body Language With Legend Blake EastmanHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Blake Eastm...Howie Chanfull4320falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Blake Eastman, former professional poker player and the founder of the Nonverbal Group,  a behavioral research and education company teaching people to better communicate and thrive in social interactions. They delve into Blake’s journey to becoming the human behavior and communications expert he is, effective communication skills, the hard-earned lessons he got when his father was diagnosed with ALS, behind the scenes stories, and, of course, poker. The discussion emphasizes the complexity and subjectivity of communication and how any transformation must start from within. Blake provides tips that will help you communicate like the legend that you are right away, insights into the world of professional poker, and unveils the truth behind the lies we’re told about how human behavior. Episode Breakdown: 02:18 The truth behind the scenes of Slate’s viral article on Blake 04:22 Blake’s intense teaching schedule 05:20 A quick rise and journey of mistakes and lessons 09:06 Becoming an adjunct professor at CUNY 12:24 Why a JD MBA and academia just wasn’t for Blake 16:54 The questions Blake is trying to answer  20:22 How his family and early years influenced his path   24:01 Navigating the serious challenge of a parent with ALS 27:31 Hard-earned lessons 30:03 The truth behind statistics and blank statements about human behavior  33:05 How Blake approaches research as an entrepreneur 39:54 Tips to help you communicate more effectively today 41:27 The Flaw Finder 5000 43:43 Biggest barriers to truly transforming your social skills 45:01 Why people are committing to a full year of transformation 48:09 Insights into the world of poker 52:24 Tips to win a home poker game 54:18 The role of poker in Blake’s life 56:36 When Blake  placed 4th at a WSOP Main Event 1:01:33 The funny story behind Blake’s run-in with the IRS 1:04:33 Finding  the magic and beauty of what makes people effective 1:07:00 A letter to Blake’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube  X Facebook  Instagram  Sign up for The Behavioralist Newsletter by Blake. Check out the Slate article Howie mentions. Charisma is a Skill: Get your FREE copy of the Charisma Tactical Toolkit. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Mental Health & Relationships: The ONE TECHNIQUE That Will Transform Your Life with Science Writer Legend David RobsonHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews David Robson, one of the most prolific science writers out there, with thousands of articles and three bestsellers. They delve into strategies backed by scientific research to help you better manage your mental health and build stronger relationships. The discussion emphasizes how your mindset can transform your life. David provides tools that will help you leverage stress, curb self-doubt, and quickly form deeper connections. He also shares his most impactful psychological effect after over 10 years of research. Episode Breakdown: 02:27 David’s drive and intellectual curiosity  04:10 Combining mathematics and science with literature and writing 07:00 Self-fulfilling prophecies and the power of mindset 10:06 The importance of reappraising stress 16:28 2 things that will help you better manage your mental health  19:10 Teaching kids valuable tools for their mental health 22:04 The liking gap in social interactions and how to overcome it 26:20 How to form better connections through the virtual world 28:09 One thing you should do RIGHT NOW if you work by yourself  31:19 The phenomenon of self-expansion in meaningful relationships 33:23 The power of self-disclosure and vulnerability 38:27 The fast friendship procedure 43:28 Overcoming the fear of being vulnerable 46:46 Using narrative to live better and form stronger connections 48:46 The tool David uses to get through difficult times 51:09 David’s mission 52:51 How David is starting to do scientific research himself 54:48 The one technique that will transform your life 58:48 A letter to David’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  X Instagram  Get David’s books here. Read my article about David’s book The Expectation Effect. Get my FREE Mindset Mastery Course. Legendary Quotes: “ I think it also comes back to the Expectation Effect in a way that the stories we tell ourselves about the things that we're facing can become self-fulfilling prophecies. So, we always should recognize that fact that we are heroes of our own stories, and we can try to make the most of that.” - David Robson “Life is going to have these downswings, but it's what defines your path in life is actually how you respond to that and whether you can find a way to bolster your resources, even if that is asking for support.” - David Robson 📩 Try the Legend Letters Newsletter Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.0bfc8d68f7673f72fb88c99fd2adec56601d77ceTue, 07 Jan 2025 10:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews David Robson, one of the most prolific science writers out there, with thousands of articles and three bestsellers. They delve into strategies backed by scientific research to help you better manage your mental health and build stronger relationships.


The discussion emphasizes how your mindset can transform your life. David provides tools that will help you leverage stress, curb self-doubt, and quickly form deeper connections. He also shares his most impactful psychological effect after over 10 years of research.


Episode Breakdown:

02:27 David’s drive and intellectual curiosity 

04:10 Combining mathematics and science with literature and writing

07:00 Self-fulfilling prophecies and the power of mindset

10:06 The importance of reappraising stress

16:28 2 things that will help you better manage your mental health 

19:10 Teaching kids valuable tools for their mental health

22:04 The liking gap in social interactions and how to overcome it

26:20 How to form better connections through the virtual world

28:09 One thing you should do RIGHT NOW if you work by yourself 

31:19 The phenomenon of self-expansion in meaningful relationships

33:23 The power of self-disclosure and vulnerability

38:27 The fast friendship procedure

43:28 Overcoming the fear of being vulnerable

46:46 Using narrative to live better and form stronger connections

48:46 The tool David uses to get through difficult times

51:09 David’s mission

52:51 How David is starting to do scientific research himself

54:48 The one technique that will transform your life

58:48 A letter to David’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn 

X

Instagram 


Get David’s books here.

Read my article about David’s book The Expectation Effect.

Get my FREE Mindset Mastery Course.

Legendary Quotes:

“ I think it also comes back to the Expectation Effect in a way that the stories we tell ourselves about the things that we're facing can become self-fulfilling prophecies. So, we always should recognize that fact that we are heroes of our own stories, and we can try to make the most of that.” - David Robson

“Life is going to have these downswings, but it's what defines your path in life is actually how you respond to that and whether you can find a way to bolster your resources, even if that is asking for support.” - David Robson


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]]>Mental Health & Relationships: The ONE TECHNIQUE That Will Transform Your Life with Science Writer Legend David RobsonHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews David Robso...Howie Chanfull3664falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews David Robson, one of the most prolific science writers out there, with thousands of articles and three bestsellers. They delve into strategies backed by scientific research to help you better manage your mental health and build stronger relationships. The discussion emphasizes how your mindset can transform your life. David provides tools that will help you leverage stress, curb self-doubt, and quickly form deeper connections. He also shares his most impactful psychological effect after over 10 years of research. Episode Breakdown: 02:27 David’s drive and intellectual curiosity  04:10 Combining mathematics and science with literature and writing 07:00 Self-fulfilling prophecies and the power of mindset 10:06 The importance of reappraising stress 16:28 2 things that will help you better manage your mental health  19:10 Teaching kids valuable tools for their mental health 22:04 The liking gap in social interactions and how to overcome it 26:20 How to form better connections through the virtual world 28:09 One thing you should do RIGHT NOW if you work by yourself  31:19 The phenomenon of self-expansion in meaningful relationships 33:23 The power of self-disclosure and vulnerability 38:27 The fast friendship procedure 43:28 Overcoming the fear of being vulnerable 46:46 Using narrative to live better and form stronger connections 48:46 The tool David uses to get through difficult times 51:09 David’s mission 52:51 How David is starting to do scientific research himself 54:48 The one technique that will transform your life 58:48 A letter to David’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  X Instagram  Get David’s books here. Read my article about David’s book The Expectation Effect. Get my FREE Mindset Mastery Course. Legendary Quotes: “ I think it also comes back to the Expectation Effect in a way that the stories we tell ourselves about the things that we're facing can become self-fulfilling prophecies. So, we always should recognize that fact that we are heroes of our own stories, and we can try to make the most of that.” - David Robson “Life is going to have these downswings, but it's what defines your path in life is actually how you respond to that and whether you can find a way to bolster your resources, even if that is asking for support.” - David Robson 📩 Try the Legend Letters Newsletter Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Storytelling for Business: Unleash the HIDDEN Power of Your Most Vulnerable Moments with Storytelling Legend Ash RathodHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Letters Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Ash Rathod,  a storyteller, founder, and LinkedIn instructor of his 6P storytelling framework. They delve into how stories helped Ash emerge from the darkness and build the strongest relationships with his audience. The discussion emphasizes the power of storytelling and vulnerability for people building their brand, influence, and business. Ash provides a storytelling framework and tips to help anyone create memorable and engaging stories that change hearts and minds, and he reflects on the lessons he learned from his real-life hero. Episode Breakdown: 02:52 Ash’s true hero, his father 09:39 When Ash’s father passed away 13:13 The onset of vitiligo 17:01 Facing negative situations and racism 21:20 The LinkedIn post that changed it all 26:24 The importance of sharing our small stories 29:33 The #1 barrier to storytelling 31:56 The core KEY elements of storytelling 33:52 Ash’s 6P Storytelling Framework 37:41 Write hot, edit cold 38:49 How to make your story memorable and engaging 42:48 From scriptwriting to storytelling 47:56 Ash’s love for creating something new 50:05 Ash’s transformation post-vitiligo 53:41 Two letters to Ash’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Instagram  The LinkedIn post that kicked off Ash’s journey. Learn more about Ash’s 6P framework in his LinkedIn course, Storytelling and Content Creation to Transform Your Personal Brand.  Legendary Quotes: “ The difference between a hero and a villain is how they react to adversity, because both of them face the same issues and problems. But the hero wants to make sure that people don't feel that again, and then the villain says, ‘I want everybody to feel the same way.’” – Howie Chan “ It's emotionally draining trying to keep up with what you think others think of you. Be yourself and be kind to yourself. You're good enough, and others know this too. Once you embrace this, I promise you will be the best version of yourself.” - Ash Rathod “People want to know the real you. Of course, they want you to help them in terms of what they need from you and why they turn to you because of your expert opinion, your specialty, or your experience. But if they're not going to align with you in terms of values or they don't like you for whatever reason, they might just choose someone else that can also do that job as well.” - Ash Rathod 📩 Try the Legend Letters Newsletter Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.59ec461f417c9854a219648f45d645e060e34a3eMon, 23 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of the Legend Letters Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Ash Rathod,  a storyteller, founder, and LinkedIn instructor of his 6P storytelling framework. They delve into how stories helped Ash emerge from the darkness and build the strongest relationships with his audience.


The discussion emphasizes the power of storytelling and vulnerability for people building their brand, influence, and business. Ash provides a storytelling framework and tips to help anyone create memorable and engaging stories that change hearts and minds, and he reflects on the lessons he learned from his real-life hero.


Episode Breakdown:

02:52 Ash’s true hero, his father

09:39 When Ash’s father passed away

13:13 The onset of vitiligo

17:01 Facing negative situations and racism

21:20 The LinkedIn post that changed it all

26:24 The importance of sharing our small stories

29:33 The #1 barrier to storytelling

31:56 The core KEY elements of storytelling

33:52 Ash’s 6P Storytelling Framework

37:41 Write hot, edit cold

38:49 How to make your story memorable and engaging

42:48 From scriptwriting to storytelling

47:56 Ash’s love for creating something new

50:05 Ash’s transformation post-vitiligo

53:41 Two letters to Ash’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

Instagram 


The LinkedIn post that kicked off Ash’s journey.

Learn more about Ash’s 6P framework in his LinkedIn course, Storytelling and Content Creation to Transform Your Personal Brand. 


Legendary Quotes:


“ The difference between a hero and a villain is how they react to adversity, because both of them face the same issues and problems. But the hero wants to make sure that people don't feel that again, and then the villain says, ‘I want everybody to feel the same way.’” – Howie Chan


“ It's emotionally draining trying to keep up with what you think others think of you.

Be yourself and be kind to yourself. You're good enough, and others know this too. Once you embrace this, I promise you will be the best version of yourself.” - Ash Rathod


“People want to know the real you. Of course, they want you to help them in terms of what they need from you and why they turn to you because of your expert opinion, your specialty, or your experience. But if they're not going to align with you in terms of values or they don't like you for whatever reason, they might just choose someone else that can also do that job as well.” - Ash Rathod


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Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review!


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]]>Storytelling for Business: Unleash the HIDDEN Power of Your Most Vulnerable Moments with Storytelling Legend Ash RathodHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of the Legend Letters Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Ash Rathod...Howie Chanfull3386falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Letters Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Ash Rathod,  a storyteller, founder, and LinkedIn instructor of his 6P storytelling framework. They delve into how stories helped Ash emerge from the darkness and build the strongest relationships with his audience. The discussion emphasizes the power of storytelling and vulnerability for people building their brand, influence, and business. Ash provides a storytelling framework and tips to help anyone create memorable and engaging stories that change hearts and minds, and he reflects on the lessons he learned from his real-life hero. Episode Breakdown: 02:52 Ash’s true hero, his father 09:39 When Ash’s father passed away 13:13 The onset of vitiligo 17:01 Facing negative situations and racism 21:20 The LinkedIn post that changed it all 26:24 The importance of sharing our small stories 29:33 The #1 barrier to storytelling 31:56 The core KEY elements of storytelling 33:52 Ash’s 6P Storytelling Framework 37:41 Write hot, edit cold 38:49 How to make your story memorable and engaging 42:48 From scriptwriting to storytelling 47:56 Ash’s love for creating something new 50:05 Ash’s transformation post-vitiligo 53:41 Two letters to Ash’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Instagram  The LinkedIn post that kicked off Ash’s journey. Learn more about Ash’s 6P framework in his LinkedIn course, Storytelling and Content Creation to Transform Your Personal Brand.  Legendary Quotes: “ The difference between a hero and a villain is how they react to adversity, because both of them face the same issues and problems. But the hero wants to make sure that people don't feel that again, and then the villain says, ‘I want everybody to feel the same way.’” – Howie Chan “ It's emotionally draining trying to keep up with what you think others think of you. Be yourself and be kind to yourself. You're good enough, and others know this too. Once you embrace this, I promise you will be the best version of yourself.” - Ash Rathod “People want to know the real you. Of course, they want you to help them in terms of what they need from you and why they turn to you because of your expert opinion, your specialty, or your experience. But if they're not going to align with you in terms of values or they don't like you for whatever reason, they might just choose someone else that can also do that job as well.” - Ash Rathod 📩 Try the Legend Letters Newsletter Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Career Reinvention: From Touring with Rock Bands to Tech Marketing Leader — How to PIVOT with Purpose with PMM Legend Harvey LeeHow Can I help you? In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan interviews Harvey Lee, Top 10 PMM Consultant & #1 LinkedIn PMM Creator, and a legend in both the rock and roll and gaming industries. They delve into Harvey’s stories from his time in the music industry, including when he became the impromptu bassist for the band he was touring with, how he made his way to the video game industry, and the lessons he’s learned along the way. The discussion emphasizes the power of passion, authenticity, giving it your all, and taking action. Harvey provides insight into how he was able to face great challenges where failure was not an option and shares lessons that will help you navigate your career reinvention and tough times. Episode Breakdown: 02:30 How Harvey became known as the money 10:21 Harvey’s passion for music and his early realizations 12:36 From the roadie life to the business career life 15:06 Starting early and learning the hard way and the quick way 17:59 Making things happen for a career in music 22:01 Harvey’s parents’ role in his journey 25:14 Finding your talent through your passion 27:21 Thrown into the rock and roll stage 32:01 Treating people as you find them 33:25 What it all comes down to with how you present yourself 35:49 The transition from the music industry to the video games industry 41:09 How Harvey faces challenges where failure is not an option 44:08 Proving the naysayers and bullies wrong 46:03 The fear of failure paradox 47:48 3 life lessons to help you navigate tough times 56:11 How to know when to quit 1:00:47 The hardest decision Harvey ever made 1:06:55 A letter to Harvey’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Instagram TikTok  Get the book for FREE, Backstage Pass. Legendary Quotes: “I gained my nickname, and that part was all fun. However, making a name for yourself in life and business is important. It can open doors and help make things happen. You need to be remembered for all the right reasons.” – Harvey Lee “In life and in business, sometimes the best thing that can happen to you is just getting thrown in. Just thrown in. These are the moments that you forge your reputation with your crew, with your audience, with your community, with the people that you work with.” – Harvey Lee “Your marker for the future, your story of the future, hasn't yet been written, and only you can write it. So, whatever is happening with you today, you're only in the moment now. When you wake up tomorrow, you have a blank piece of paper.  The question is, What are you going to do with it?” 📩 Try the Legend Letters Newsletter Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.8dcdf011ca9832230be34e1641ea9b58df9aca18Tue, 10 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan interviews Harvey Lee, Top 10 PMM Consultant & #1 LinkedIn PMM Creator, and a legend in both the rock and roll and gaming industries. They delve into Harvey’s stories from his time in the music industry, including when he became the impromptu bassist for the band he was touring with, how he made his way to the video game industry, and the lessons he’s learned along the way.


The discussion emphasizes the power of passion, authenticity, giving it your all, and taking action. Harvey provides insight into how he was able to face great challenges where failure was not an option and shares lessons that will help you navigate your career reinvention and tough times.


Episode Breakdown:


02:30 How Harvey became known as the money

10:21 Harvey’s passion for music and his early realizations

12:36 From the roadie life to the business career life

15:06 Starting early and learning the hard way and the quick way

17:59 Making things happen for a career in music

22:01 Harvey’s parents’ role in his journey

25:14 Finding your talent through your passion

27:21 Thrown into the rock and roll stage

32:01 Treating people as you find them

33:25 What it all comes down to with how you present yourself

35:49 The transition from the music industry to the video games industry

41:09 How Harvey faces challenges where failure is not an option

44:08 Proving the naysayers and bullies wrong

46:03 The fear of failure paradox

47:48 3 life lessons to help you navigate tough times

56:11 How to know when to quit

1:00:47 The hardest decision Harvey ever made

1:06:55 A letter to Harvey’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn 

Instagram

TikTok 


Get the book for FREE, Backstage Pass.


Legendary Quotes:


“I gained my nickname, and that part was all fun. However, making a name for yourself in life and business is important. It can open doors and help make things happen. You need to be remembered for all the right reasons.” – Harvey Lee


“In life and in business, sometimes the best thing that can happen to you is just getting thrown in. Just thrown in. These are the moments that you forge your reputation with your crew, with your audience, with your community, with the people that you work with.” – Harvey Lee

“Your marker for the future, your story of the future, hasn't yet been written, and only you can write it. So, whatever is happening with you today, you're only in the moment now. When you wake up tomorrow, you have a blank piece of paper.  The question is, What are you going to do with it?”


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]]>Career Reinvention: From Touring with Rock Bands to Tech Marketing Leader — How to PIVOT with Purpose with PMM Legend Harvey LeeHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan interviews Harvey Lee, Top 10...Howie Chanfull4282falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan interviews Harvey Lee, Top 10 PMM Consultant & #1 LinkedIn PMM Creator, and a legend in both the rock and roll and gaming industries. They delve into Harvey’s stories from his time in the music industry, including when he became the impromptu bassist for the band he was touring with, how he made his way to the video game industry, and the lessons he’s learned along the way. The discussion emphasizes the power of passion, authenticity, giving it your all, and taking action. Harvey provides insight into how he was able to face great challenges where failure was not an option and shares lessons that will help you navigate your career reinvention and tough times. Episode Breakdown: 02:30 How Harvey became known as the money 10:21 Harvey’s passion for music and his early realizations 12:36 From the roadie life to the business career life 15:06 Starting early and learning the hard way and the quick way 17:59 Making things happen for a career in music 22:01 Harvey’s parents’ role in his journey 25:14 Finding your talent through your passion 27:21 Thrown into the rock and roll stage 32:01 Treating people as you find them 33:25 What it all comes down to with how you present yourself 35:49 The transition from the music industry to the video games industry 41:09 How Harvey faces challenges where failure is not an option 44:08 Proving the naysayers and bullies wrong 46:03 The fear of failure paradox 47:48 3 life lessons to help you navigate tough times 56:11 How to know when to quit 1:00:47 The hardest decision Harvey ever made 1:06:55 A letter to Harvey’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Instagram TikTok  Get the book for FREE, Backstage Pass. Legendary Quotes: “I gained my nickname, and that part was all fun. However, making a name for yourself in life and business is important. It can open doors and help make things happen. You need to be remembered for all the right reasons.” – Harvey Lee “In life and in business, sometimes the best thing that can happen to you is just getting thrown in. Just thrown in. These are the moments that you forge your reputation with your crew, with your audience, with your community, with the people that you work with.” – Harvey Lee “Your marker for the future, your story of the future, hasn't yet been written, and only you can write it. So, whatever is happening with you today, you're only in the moment now. When you wake up tomorrow, you have a blank piece of paper.  The question is, What are you going to do with it?” 📩 Try the Legend Letters Newsletter Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Recruiting & Job Searching: How to STOP Being a Job Search Victim and Get Your Power BACK with Career Strategy Legend Loren GreiffHow Can I help you? In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan interviews Loren Greiff, an Executive Career Strategist who is ending career victimization by elevating, accelerating, and celebrating one executive at a time. They delve into the ugly realities of the recruiting and job searching world and what Loren is doing to hack the system to get her clients in the position they want in 4 to 7 months—and earning 40% to 70% more. The discussion emphasizes the importance of unconventional job search strategies in an increasingly complex world. Loren shares powerful career-fueling strategies that can help you nail high-stakes interviews, be prepared before joining the company, and beat ageism to get your dream position. Episode Breakdown: 03:28 When Loren quit the job she worked her whole life to get 07:35 The CTJ moment for Loren 09:52 The journey to create PortfolioRocket 13:49 It isn’t just about climbing the ladder 18:59 Navigating inevitable turnover and complexity 21:12 Unconventional job search strategies 24:31 How Loren deals with reluctant executives 26:34 A simple exercise to unearth your why 28:05 Reach more people with fewer words and less time 29:57 3 strategies to nail high-stakes interviews 34:35 One test you should do before joining a company 37:59 How to make your age just a number 39:48 Old (bad) habits around job boards and recruiters 42:22 Personal resilience and reinvention 48:21 Loren’s experience with a Vipassana course 50:15 How Loren made cancer fun 53:47 Every breakdown is a breakthrough 55:58 A letter to Loren’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube  Podcast Facebook  Instagram  Get the book by Jen Sincero You Are a Badass®. Legendary Quotes: “There's this phenomenon called sheltering, right? People staying in jobs that they know that they're misaligned to. They know that there's a feeling that somehow, whether it's the values of the company or they're not being challenged or their compensation is compromised, they stay. And I can understand why. Because it's safe.” – Loren Greiff “Networking isn't broken. Maybe your approach needs some help. These things are all part of a larger effort, not a one-and-done.” – Loren Greiff 📩 Try the Legend Letters Newsletter Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.a3777088ca9f23ed8f878c22b8dc232cdb5d0b75Tue, 26 Nov 2024 10:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan interviews Loren Greiff, an Executive Career Strategist who is ending career victimization by elevating, accelerating, and celebrating one executive at a time. They delve into the ugly realities of the recruiting and job searching world and what Loren is doing to hack the system to get her clients in the position they want in 4 to 7 months—and earning 40% to 70% more.


The discussion emphasizes the importance of unconventional job search strategies in an increasingly complex world. Loren shares powerful career-fueling strategies that can help you nail high-stakes interviews, be prepared before joining the company, and beat ageism to get your dream position.


Episode Breakdown:

03:28 When Loren quit the job she worked her whole life to get

07:35 The CTJ moment for Loren

09:52 The journey to create PortfolioRocket

13:49 It isn’t just about climbing the ladder

18:59 Navigating inevitable turnover and complexity

21:12 Unconventional job search strategies

24:31 How Loren deals with reluctant executives

26:34 A simple exercise to unearth your why

28:05 Reach more people with fewer words and less time

29:57 3 strategies to nail high-stakes interviews

34:35 One test you should do before joining a company

37:59 How to make your age just a number

39:48 Old (bad) habits around job boards and recruiters

42:22 Personal resilience and reinvention

48:21 Loren’s experience with a Vipassana course

50:15 How Loren made cancer fun

53:47 Every breakdown is a breakthrough

55:58 A letter to Loren’s younger self

From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn 

Youtube 

Podcast

Facebook 

Instagram 


Get the book by Jen Sincero You Are a Badass®.

Legendary Quotes:


“There's this phenomenon called sheltering, right? People staying in jobs that they know that they're misaligned to. They know that there's a feeling that somehow, whether it's the values of the company or they're not being challenged or their compensation is compromised, they stay. And I can understand why. Because it's safe.” – Loren Greiff


“Networking isn't broken. Maybe your approach needs some help. These things are all part of a larger effort, not a one-and-done.” – Loren Greiff

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]]>Recruiting & Job Searching: How to STOP Being a Job Search Victim and Get Your Power BACK with Career Strategy Legend Loren GreiffHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan interviews Loren Greiff, an Ex...Howie Chanfull3550falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan interviews Loren Greiff, an Executive Career Strategist who is ending career victimization by elevating, accelerating, and celebrating one executive at a time. They delve into the ugly realities of the recruiting and job searching world and what Loren is doing to hack the system to get her clients in the position they want in 4 to 7 months—and earning 40% to 70% more. The discussion emphasizes the importance of unconventional job search strategies in an increasingly complex world. Loren shares powerful career-fueling strategies that can help you nail high-stakes interviews, be prepared before joining the company, and beat ageism to get your dream position. Episode Breakdown: 03:28 When Loren quit the job she worked her whole life to get 07:35 The CTJ moment for Loren 09:52 The journey to create PortfolioRocket 13:49 It isn’t just about climbing the ladder 18:59 Navigating inevitable turnover and complexity 21:12 Unconventional job search strategies 24:31 How Loren deals with reluctant executives 26:34 A simple exercise to unearth your why 28:05 Reach more people with fewer words and less time 29:57 3 strategies to nail high-stakes interviews 34:35 One test you should do before joining a company 37:59 How to make your age just a number 39:48 Old (bad) habits around job boards and recruiters 42:22 Personal resilience and reinvention 48:21 Loren’s experience with a Vipassana course 50:15 How Loren made cancer fun 53:47 Every breakdown is a breakthrough 55:58 A letter to Loren’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube  Podcast Facebook  Instagram  Get the book by Jen Sincero You Are a Badass®. Legendary Quotes: “There's this phenomenon called sheltering, right? People staying in jobs that they know that they're misaligned to. They know that there's a feeling that somehow, whether it's the values of the company or they're not being challenged or their compensation is compromised, they stay. And I can understand why. Because it's safe.” – Loren Greiff “Networking isn't broken. Maybe your approach needs some help. These things are all part of a larger effort, not a one-and-done.” – Loren Greiff 📩 Try the Legend Letters Newsletter Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Audience Building: How to GROW Your Influence and Brand on Linkedin Like a TRUE Rockstar with Linkedin Legend Sam BrowneHow Can I help you? In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan interviews Sam Browne, who went from an almost bonafide rockstar to a full-time entrepreneur and LinkedIn Master. They delve into the secret sauce behind his different creative pursuits. The discussion emphasizes the importance of being passionate about what you do. Sam Browne shares about his days as a rock star and provides his expertise to get you started on the road to LinkedIn success. He might also get you thinking differently about what you want for your business or job. This episode is a must-listen for personal brand builders, business leaders, and creators looking to level up their audience-building strategy and make a bigger impact—without sacrificing who they are. Episode Breakdown: 02:43 Sam’s Nashville rock and roll adventures back in 2013 06:58 The pursuit of the musician's dream 11:22 Diminishing returns on your lifestyle 13:20 Sam’s 11-year MBA: how he stuck it out and turned Find a Band around 18:46 The secret to successful entrepreneurship 20:41 The end of the rock band and looking back on it 26:25 Sam 3.0 and the power of the written word 28:45 The reason Sam has been successful with social media and music 30:51 LinkedIn: the business conference that never ends 32:39 2 key things you can do to start making LinkedIn work for you 37:28 The start of Sam’s LinkedIn growth journey 41:59 How to stand out on LinkedIn with your content 49:11 Make your life bigger instead of just maximizing the dollars 52:21 How Sam crafts his content 54:39 A letter to Sam’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn 📩 Sign up for Sam’s Newsletter. Legendary Quotes: “Pretty much every entrepreneur I talk to wrestles with this because we're creative by nature. We want to make a lot of things happen. But you really have to go, ‘this thing over here, I like it, but it's not really worth my energy’. And ‘this thing over here, this is working. I'm just going to go all in on this’. That's the key. I think that's the secret.” – Sam Browne “Share the full person, become known, become someone where they go, ‘Oh yeah, Sam Browne. Yeah, I've heard of him. I really like his stuff.’ That is what opens doors for you that you'd never would have expected, rather than just focusing on getting business in the door.” – Sam Browne It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters to get the most important lessons and behind the scenes content in under 5 min. 📩 Try the Legend Letters Newsletter Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.12f78a6a3f94f5c3150a5c5c322b420d04c033efTue, 12 Nov 2024 10:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan interviews Sam Browne, who went from an almost bonafide rockstar to a full-time entrepreneur and LinkedIn Master. They delve into the secret sauce behind his different creative pursuits.


The discussion emphasizes the importance of being passionate about what you do. Sam Browne shares about his days as a rock star and provides his expertise to get you started on the road to LinkedIn success. He might also get you thinking differently about what you want for your business or job.


This episode is a must-listen for personal brand builders, business leaders, and creators looking to level up their audience-building strategy and make a bigger impact—without sacrificing who they are.


Episode Breakdown:

02:43 Sam’s Nashville rock and roll adventures back in 2013

06:58 The pursuit of the musician's dream

11:22 Diminishing returns on your lifestyle

13:20 Sam’s 11-year MBA: how he stuck it out and turned Find a Band around

18:46 The secret to successful entrepreneurship

20:41 The end of the rock band and looking back on it

26:25 Sam 3.0 and the power of the written word

28:45 The reason Sam has been successful with social media and music

30:51 LinkedIn: the business conference that never ends

32:39 2 key things you can do to start making LinkedIn work for you

37:28 The start of Sam’s LinkedIn growth journey

41:59 How to stand out on LinkedIn with your content

49:11 Make your life bigger instead of just maximizing the dollars

52:21 How Sam crafts his content

54:39 A letter to Sam’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn

📩 Sign up for Sam’s Newsletter.

Legendary Quotes:

“Pretty much every entrepreneur I talk to wrestles with this because we're creative by nature. We want to make a lot of things happen. But you really have to go, ‘this thing over here, I like it, but it's not really worth my energy’. And ‘this thing over here, this is working. I'm just going to go all in on this’. That's the key. I think that's the secret.” – Sam Browne

“Share the full person, become known, become someone where they go, ‘Oh yeah, Sam Browne. Yeah, I've heard of him. I really like his stuff.’ That is what opens doors for you that you'd never would have expected, rather than just focusing on getting business in the door.” – Sam Browne

It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽

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]]>Audience Building: How to GROW Your Influence and Brand on Linkedin Like a TRUE Rockstar with Linkedin Legend Sam BrowneHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan interviews Sam Browne, who wen...Howie Chanfull3530falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan interviews Sam Browne, who went from an almost bonafide rockstar to a full-time entrepreneur and LinkedIn Master. They delve into the secret sauce behind his different creative pursuits. The discussion emphasizes the importance of being passionate about what you do. Sam Browne shares about his days as a rock star and provides his expertise to get you started on the road to LinkedIn success. He might also get you thinking differently about what you want for your business or job. This episode is a must-listen for personal brand builders, business leaders, and creators looking to level up their audience-building strategy and make a bigger impact—without sacrificing who they are. Episode Breakdown: 02:43 Sam’s Nashville rock and roll adventures back in 2013 06:58 The pursuit of the musician's dream 11:22 Diminishing returns on your lifestyle 13:20 Sam’s 11-year MBA: how he stuck it out and turned Find a Band around 18:46 The secret to successful entrepreneurship 20:41 The end of the rock band and looking back on it 26:25 Sam 3.0 and the power of the written word 28:45 The reason Sam has been successful with social media and music 30:51 LinkedIn: the business conference that never ends 32:39 2 key things you can do to start making LinkedIn work for you 37:28 The start of Sam’s LinkedIn growth journey 41:59 How to stand out on LinkedIn with your content 49:11 Make your life bigger instead of just maximizing the dollars 52:21 How Sam crafts his content 54:39 A letter to Sam’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn 📩 Sign up for Sam’s Newsletter. Legendary Quotes: “Pretty much every entrepreneur I talk to wrestles with this because we're creative by nature. We want to make a lot of things happen. But you really have to go, ‘this thing over here, I like it, but it's not really worth my energy’. And ‘this thing over here, this is working. I'm just going to go all in on this’. That's the key. I think that's the secret.” – Sam Browne “Share the full person, become known, become someone where they go, ‘Oh yeah, Sam Browne. Yeah, I've heard of him. I really like his stuff.’ That is what opens doors for you that you'd never would have expected, rather than just focusing on getting business in the door.” – Sam Browne It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters to get the most important lessons and behind the scenes content in under 5 min. 📩 Try the Legend Letters Newsletter Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Mastering Influence: The #1 SKILL That Will Define Your Future with Silicon Valley Legend Michael MargolisHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Letters Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Michael Margolis, CEO of Storied, Inc, a Silicon Valley storyteller, best-selling author and innovation expert. He’s a go-to advisor for top executives at Google, Meta, Salesforce, Uber, and NASA. His narrative frameworks are regularly used by those who want to master influence at scale – whether you need to get investment, buy-in, or alignment. Michael shares his journey as a misfit and disruptor. The discussion emphasizes why storytelling matters so much in this attention economy, especially with generative AI. They delve into the philosophy behind storytelling and what it can do for humanity, how to survive in this new world of work, and go the very practical route with a framework for leaders to influence at scale. Episode Breakdown: 02:43 The 4 waves of storytelling 07:39 The biggest challenge as you scale and grow a company 09:20 What is the role of technology and AI in our lives? 13:44 From lonely and awkward to working with big tech 17:31 Michael’s first career as a social entrepreneur 24:06 The gift and the curse of our time 26:37 People don’t buy the product, they buy the story 30:16 The greatest fundamental power that human beings have 31:55 The SFB Narrative Framework for leaders 39:28 Niching down in this attention economy 43:21 The 3 currencies for how to survive in the new world of work  49:41 Michael’s 500 days around the world 56:13 The long walk home 1:04:49 A letter to Michael’s younger self Resources Mentioned: Cartoons of the big tech companies org charts. From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube  X Facebook  Instagram  Get instant access to the book for free, Story 10x. Legendary Quotes: “What people don't realize is that whatever story you choose to tell is a self-fulfilling prophecy. Storytelling is like fortune telling. So choose wisely.” – Michael Margolis 📩 Try the Legend Letters Newsletter Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.426f891035bb8672eef7426e252ab3601cb2c5e6Tue, 29 Oct 2024 09:30:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of the Legend Letters Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Michael Margolis, CEO of Storied, Inc, a Silicon Valley storyteller, best-selling author and innovation expert. He’s a go-to advisor for top executives at Google, Meta, Salesforce, Uber, and NASA. His narrative frameworks are regularly used by those who want to master influence at scale – whether you need to get investment, buy-in, or alignment.


Michael shares his journey as a misfit and disruptor. The discussion emphasizes why storytelling matters so much in this attention economy, especially with generative AI. They delve into the philosophy behind storytelling and what it can do for humanity, how to survive in this new world of work, and go the very practical route with a framework for leaders to influence at scale.


Episode Breakdown:

02:43 The 4 waves of storytelling

07:39 The biggest challenge as you scale and grow a company

09:20 What is the role of technology and AI in our lives?

13:44 From lonely and awkward to working with big tech

17:31 Michael’s first career as a social entrepreneur

24:06 The gift and the curse of our time

26:37 People don’t buy the product, they buy the story

30:16 The greatest fundamental power that human beings have

31:55 The SFB Narrative Framework for leaders

39:28 Niching down in this attention economy

43:21 The 3 currencies for how to survive in the new world of work 

49:41 Michael’s 500 days around the world

56:13 The long walk home

1:04:49 A letter to Michael’s younger self


Resources Mentioned:

Cartoons of the big tech companies org charts.


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn 

Youtube 

X

Facebook 

Instagram 


Get instant access to the book for free, Story 10x.


Legendary Quotes:

“What people don't realize is that whatever story you choose to tell is a self-fulfilling prophecy. Storytelling is like fortune telling. So choose wisely.” – Michael Margolis



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]]>Mastering Influence: The #1 SKILL That Will Define Your Future with Silicon Valley Legend Michael MargolisHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of the Legend Letters Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Michael Ma...Howie Chanfull4105falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of the Legend Letters Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Michael Margolis, CEO of Storied, Inc, a Silicon Valley storyteller, best-selling author and innovation expert. He’s a go-to advisor for top executives at Google, Meta, Salesforce, Uber, and NASA. His narrative frameworks are regularly used by those who want to master influence at scale – whether you need to get investment, buy-in, or alignment. Michael shares his journey as a misfit and disruptor. The discussion emphasizes why storytelling matters so much in this attention economy, especially with generative AI. They delve into the philosophy behind storytelling and what it can do for humanity, how to survive in this new world of work, and go the very practical route with a framework for leaders to influence at scale. Episode Breakdown: 02:43 The 4 waves of storytelling 07:39 The biggest challenge as you scale and grow a company 09:20 What is the role of technology and AI in our lives? 13:44 From lonely and awkward to working with big tech 17:31 Michael’s first career as a social entrepreneur 24:06 The gift and the curse of our time 26:37 People don’t buy the product, they buy the story 30:16 The greatest fundamental power that human beings have 31:55 The SFB Narrative Framework for leaders 39:28 Niching down in this attention economy 43:21 The 3 currencies for how to survive in the new world of work  49:41 Michael’s 500 days around the world 56:13 The long walk home 1:04:49 A letter to Michael’s younger self Resources Mentioned: Cartoons of the big tech companies org charts. From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube  X Facebook  Instagram  Get instant access to the book for free, Story 10x. Legendary Quotes: “What people don't realize is that whatever story you choose to tell is a self-fulfilling prophecy. Storytelling is like fortune telling. So choose wisely.” – Michael Margolis 📩 Try the Legend Letters Newsletter Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Negotiation Skills: The ONE THING You Need to Win Any Negotiation & Become A World-Class Communicator with Negotiation Legend Scott WalkerHow Can I help you? In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan talks with Scott Walker, a veteran kidnap-for-ransom negotiator with over 300 cases under his belt. Scott has used decades of experience to develop a unique understanding of what makes people think, feel, and act—specifically in times of adversity, conflict, and uncertainty.  In this conversation, Scott shares insights from his career in high-stakes negotiations. They discuss how some negotiation skills translate to everyday scenarios like business negotiations and family interactions. Scott also recounts his personal journey from a police officer in Scotland Yard to a crisis management consultant, and how a tragic family event reshaped his life's purpose and meaning. Episode Breakdown: 01:16 Meet Scott Walker: The Negotiation Expert 04:56 From Scotland Yard Detective to Renowned Negotiator 14:47 The First Step Towards a Decision That Will Change Your Life 18:48 The Biggest Lesson Scott Learned in His First Kidnapping Case 24:09 The #1 Skill of Successful Negotiations 31:08 The REAL Challenge of Kidnap-for-Ransom Negotiations 34:17 Embracing Conflict to Win Negotiations 35:56 Managing Emotional Triggers: Try THIS Next Time You Feel Riled Up 40:39 How This Personal Tragedy Changed Scott’s Perspective and Career Path 45:12 How Can We Have Better Conversations? And Why Does It Matter? 47:20 Finding Purpose and Excitement in a New Career Path 50:05 Business Negotiations: Scott’s Thoughts and Insights 1:02:19 Kidnap Negotiations That Went South Resources Mentioned: Steven Pressfield’s The War of Art. From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Instagram  Get the book, Order out of Chaos. Sign up for Scott’s newsletter, Negotiations Essentials.  Legendary Quotes: “Anyone and everyone can be taught how to negotiate and how to communicate more effectively. It's a teachable skill. But it's also a perishable skill.” – Scott Walker “You don't get what you deserve, you get what you negotiate.” – Howie Chan “The golden rule of successful negotiation is: It's not about you.” – Scott Walker It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters to get the most important lessons and behind the scenes content in under 5 min. 📩 Try the Legend Letters Newsletter Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.9d8b3e3f2dc19700348d11e1be1663d574bde486Mon, 14 Oct 2024 22:02:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan talks with Scott Walker, a veteran kidnap-for-ransom negotiator with over 300 cases under his belt. Scott has used decades of experience to develop a unique understanding of what makes people think, feel, and act—specifically in times of adversity, conflict, and uncertainty. 


In this conversation, Scott shares insights from his career in high-stakes negotiations. They discuss how some negotiation skills translate to everyday scenarios like business negotiations and family interactions. Scott also recounts his personal journey from a police officer in Scotland Yard to a crisis management consultant, and how a tragic family event reshaped his life's purpose and meaning.


Episode Breakdown:

01:16 Meet Scott Walker: The Negotiation Expert

04:56 From Scotland Yard Detective to Renowned Negotiator

14:47 The First Step Towards a Decision That Will Change Your Life

18:48 The Biggest Lesson Scott Learned in His First Kidnapping Case

24:09 The #1 Skill of Successful Negotiations

31:08 The REAL Challenge of Kidnap-for-Ransom Negotiations

34:17 Embracing Conflict to Win Negotiations

35:56 Managing Emotional Triggers: Try THIS Next Time You Feel Riled Up

40:39 How This Personal Tragedy Changed Scott’s Perspective and Career Path

45:12 How Can We Have Better Conversations? And Why Does It Matter?

47:20 Finding Purpose and Excitement in a New Career Path

50:05 Business Negotiations: Scott’s Thoughts and Insights

1:02:19 Kidnap Negotiations That Went South


Resources Mentioned:


Steven Pressfield’s The War of Art.


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn 

Instagram 


Get the book, Order out of Chaos.

Sign up for Scott’s newsletter, Negotiations Essentials. 


Legendary Quotes:


“Anyone and everyone can be taught how to negotiate and how to communicate more effectively. It's a teachable skill. But it's also a perishable skill.” – Scott Walker


“You don't get what you deserve, you get what you negotiate.” – Howie Chan


“The golden rule of successful negotiation is: It's not about you.” – Scott Walker


It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽


Join Legend Letters to get the most important lessons and behind the scenes content in under 5 min.


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]]>Negotiation Skills: The ONE THING You Need to Win Any Negotiation & Become A World-Class Communicator with Negotiation Legend Scott WalkerHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan talks with Scott Walker, a vet...Howie Chanfull4029falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan talks with Scott Walker, a veteran kidnap-for-ransom negotiator with over 300 cases under his belt. Scott has used decades of experience to develop a unique understanding of what makes people think, feel, and act—specifically in times of adversity, conflict, and uncertainty.  In this conversation, Scott shares insights from his career in high-stakes negotiations. They discuss how some negotiation skills translate to everyday scenarios like business negotiations and family interactions. Scott also recounts his personal journey from a police officer in Scotland Yard to a crisis management consultant, and how a tragic family event reshaped his life's purpose and meaning. Episode Breakdown: 01:16 Meet Scott Walker: The Negotiation Expert 04:56 From Scotland Yard Detective to Renowned Negotiator 14:47 The First Step Towards a Decision That Will Change Your Life 18:48 The Biggest Lesson Scott Learned in His First Kidnapping Case 24:09 The #1 Skill of Successful Negotiations 31:08 The REAL Challenge of Kidnap-for-Ransom Negotiations 34:17 Embracing Conflict to Win Negotiations 35:56 Managing Emotional Triggers: Try THIS Next Time You Feel Riled Up 40:39 How This Personal Tragedy Changed Scott’s Perspective and Career Path 45:12 How Can We Have Better Conversations? And Why Does It Matter? 47:20 Finding Purpose and Excitement in a New Career Path 50:05 Business Negotiations: Scott’s Thoughts and Insights 1:02:19 Kidnap Negotiations That Went South Resources Mentioned: Steven Pressfield’s The War of Art. From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Instagram  Get the book, Order out of Chaos. Sign up for Scott’s newsletter, Negotiations Essentials.  Legendary Quotes: “Anyone and everyone can be taught how to negotiate and how to communicate more effectively. It's a teachable skill. But it's also a perishable skill.” – Scott Walker “You don't get what you deserve, you get what you negotiate.” – Howie Chan “The golden rule of successful negotiation is: It's not about you.” – Scott Walker It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters to get the most important lessons and behind the scenes content in under 5 min. 📩 Try the Legend Letters Newsletter Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Personal Development: The Untold TRUTH About Finding Purpose and Living with Clarity with Personal Development Legend Lan PhanHow Can I help you? In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan sits down with Lan Phan, a powerhouse in the world of personal development, career reinvention, and purpose-driven leadership. Lan shares her deeply personal journey—from climbing the corporate ladder to leaving it behind in search of something more aligned with her values, identity, and long-term vision. Along the way, she opens up about the real cost of success, the emotional toll of trying to “have it all,” and how she finally found clarity by letting go of who she thought she needed to be. This candid conversation will resonate with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and anyone who has ever felt stuck between ambition and authenticity. Episode Breakdown: 01:08 Meet Lan, her story, and her purpose of democratizing Leadership Development 08:00 The common mistake of defining success using other people’s benchmarks 10:31 Redefining success, overcoming hardship, and uncovering your values 20:53 Lan’s many career pivots and what they can teach us about life’s purpose 29:24 How to find purpose in life: Your path to personal greatness 36:18 Lan’s personal story of leadership development and building the Community of Seven 41:52 Using your values to find purpose and passion in work—or to pivot 48:28 The big secret of the personal growth and leadership development industries 57:09 What you need to know about personal branding and growing an audience 59:29 A letter to Lan’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube  Facebook Instagram  Get the book, Do This Daily. Join the Community of Seven.  Legendary Quotes: “A lot of times, it's our hardship that shapes us. It's not something that we should be afraid of.” – Lan Phan “No one is on their deathbed wishing they spent more time at the office.” – Lan Phan “What does purpose-driven leadership mean? What does owning your voice mean? What does collaboration, psychological safety mean? When you're able to define it, you're able to live it. ” – Lan Phan It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters to get the most important lessons and behind the scenes content in under 5 min. 📩 Try the Legend Letters Newsletter Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.c9d39d2dfd16e54bc953c7d0688427a6f1ba9d35Mon, 14 Oct 2024 22:01:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan sits down with Lan Phan, a powerhouse in the world of personal development, career reinvention, and purpose-driven leadership.

Lan shares her deeply personal journey—from climbing the corporate ladder to leaving it behind in search of something more aligned with her values, identity, and long-term vision. Along the way, she opens up about the real cost of success, the emotional toll of trying to “have it all,” and how she finally found clarity by letting go of who she thought she needed to be.


This candid conversation will resonate with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and anyone who has ever felt stuck between ambition and authenticity.


Episode Breakdown:

01:08 Meet Lan, her story, and her purpose of democratizing Leadership Development

08:00 The common mistake of defining success using other people’s benchmarks

10:31 Redefining success, overcoming hardship, and uncovering your values

20:53 Lan’s many career pivots and what they can teach us about life’s purpose

29:24 How to find purpose in life: Your path to personal greatness

36:18 Lan’s personal story of leadership development and building the Community of Seven

41:52 Using your values to find purpose and passion in work—or to pivot

48:28 The big secret of the personal growth and leadership development industries

57:09 What you need to know about personal branding and growing an audience

59:29 A letter to Lan’s younger self


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn 

Youtube 

Facebook

Instagram 


Get the book, Do This Daily.

Join the Community of Seven. 


Legendary Quotes:


“A lot of times, it's our hardship that shapes us. It's not something that we should be afraid of.” – Lan Phan


“No one is on their deathbed wishing they spent more time at the office.” – Lan Phan


“What does purpose-driven leadership mean? What does owning your voice mean? What does collaboration, psychological safety mean? When you're able to define it, you're able to live it. ” – Lan Phan


It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽


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]]>Personal Development: The Untold TRUTH About Finding Purpose and Living with Clarity with Personal Development Legend Lan PhanHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan sits down with Lan Phan, a pow...Howie Chanfull3755falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan sits down with Lan Phan, a powerhouse in the world of personal development, career reinvention, and purpose-driven leadership. Lan shares her deeply personal journey—from climbing the corporate ladder to leaving it behind in search of something more aligned with her values, identity, and long-term vision. Along the way, she opens up about the real cost of success, the emotional toll of trying to “have it all,” and how she finally found clarity by letting go of who she thought she needed to be. This candid conversation will resonate with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and anyone who has ever felt stuck between ambition and authenticity. Episode Breakdown: 01:08 Meet Lan, her story, and her purpose of democratizing Leadership Development 08:00 The common mistake of defining success using other people’s benchmarks 10:31 Redefining success, overcoming hardship, and uncovering your values 20:53 Lan’s many career pivots and what they can teach us about life’s purpose 29:24 How to find purpose in life: Your path to personal greatness 36:18 Lan’s personal story of leadership development and building the Community of Seven 41:52 Using your values to find purpose and passion in work—or to pivot 48:28 The big secret of the personal growth and leadership development industries 57:09 What you need to know about personal branding and growing an audience 59:29 A letter to Lan’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube  Facebook Instagram  Get the book, Do This Daily. Join the Community of Seven.  Legendary Quotes: “A lot of times, it's our hardship that shapes us. It's not something that we should be afraid of.” – Lan Phan “No one is on their deathbed wishing they spent more time at the office.” – Lan Phan “What does purpose-driven leadership mean? What does owning your voice mean? What does collaboration, psychological safety mean? When you're able to define it, you're able to live it. ” – Lan Phan It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters to get the most important lessons and behind the scenes content in under 5 min. 📩 Try the Legend Letters Newsletter Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Productivity Hacks: How to Become Indistractable, Master Your Focus, and Take Control of Your Attention with Productivity Legend Nir EyalHow Can I help you? In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan interviews legendary productivity expert and bestselling author Nir Eyal, whose book Indistractable has become a must-read for anyone serious about reclaiming their focus, managing attention, and building high-performance habits. If you're looking for REAL science-backed productivity hacks, hit play right now! Nir shares science-backed strategies for mastering your productivity mindset, defeating internal triggers, and avoiding the tech-driven traps that sabotage your time management and productivity. You'll learn how to design an environment that supports deep work and how to follow through on what matters most. Whether you're an entrepreneur, business leader, or creator, this conversation will give you the tools to work smarter, not harder—and create a life you can't wait to wake up to. Episode Breakdown: 02:13 Meet Nir Eyal: The Habit Expert 07:55 The Power of Persuasive Writing 14:36 The Truth about Productivity Hacks and The Path to Becoming “Indistractable” 23:21 Mastering Distraction: Traction vs. Distraction 34:51 Understanding Tactics vs. Strategy 35:10 Discomfort, The Core of Human Motivation 40:12 The Right Metric of Success: Working Without Distraction 43:04 The Process of Writing and Research 46:29 Personal Responsibility and Overcoming Distractions 59:26 The Impact of AI and Future Technologies 01:05:07 Reflections on Success and Personal Growth From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube  X Facebook  Instagram  Get the book, Indistractable. Indistractable bonus content.  Legendary Quotes: “Everything is driven by the desire to escape discomfort.” – Nir Eyal “Tactics are what you do. Strategy is why you do it. So meditation, tactic. Brain training app, tactic. Physical fitness, tactic. Why? What's the strategy? Why are we doing these things?” – Nir Eyal “The whole metric of success needs to change. It needs to be about only our ability to work without distraction. That's all that matters.” – Nir Eyal It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters to get the most important lessons and behind the scenes content in under 5 min. 📩 Try the Legend Letters Newsletter Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.bd9fb0108d934ae65b665d6f7c3be5dff44dcd0aMon, 14 Oct 2024 22:00:00 -0000Howie ChanHow Can I help you?


In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan interviews legendary productivity expert and bestselling author Nir Eyal, whose book Indistractable has become a must-read for anyone serious about reclaiming their focus, managing attention, and building high-performance habits. If you're looking for REAL science-backed productivity hacks, hit play right now!


Nir shares science-backed strategies for mastering your productivity mindset, defeating internal triggers, and avoiding the tech-driven traps that sabotage your time management and productivity. You'll learn how to design an environment that supports deep work and how to follow through on what matters most.


Whether you're an entrepreneur, business leader, or creator, this conversation will give you the tools to work smarter, not harder—and create a life you can't wait to wake up to.


Episode Breakdown:

02:13 Meet Nir Eyal: The Habit Expert

07:55 The Power of Persuasive Writing

14:36 The Truth about Productivity Hacks and The Path to Becoming “Indistractable”

23:21 Mastering Distraction: Traction vs. Distraction

34:51 Understanding Tactics vs. Strategy

35:10 Discomfort, The Core of Human Motivation

40:12 The Right Metric of Success: Working Without Distraction

43:04 The Process of Writing and Research

46:29 Personal Responsibility and Overcoming Distractions

59:26 The Impact of AI and Future Technologies

01:05:07 Reflections on Success and Personal Growth


From Our Guest:

Website

LinkedIn 

Youtube 

X

Facebook 

Instagram 


Get the book, Indistractable.

Indistractable bonus content. 


Legendary Quotes:


“Everything is driven by the desire to escape discomfort.” – Nir Eyal


“Tactics are what you do. Strategy is why you do it. So meditation, tactic. Brain training app, tactic. Physical fitness, tactic. Why? What's the strategy? Why are we doing these things?” – Nir Eyal


“The whole metric of success needs to change. It needs to be about only our ability to work without distraction. That's all that matters.” – Nir Eyal

It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽


Join Legend Letters to get the most important lessons and behind the scenes content in under 5 min.


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]]>Productivity Hacks: How to Become Indistractable, Master Your Focus, and Take Control of Your Attention with Productivity Legend Nir EyalHow Can I help you? (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMZYiXq5WopG_GuuXWwuEW6-8vViyqHdmAWa9Pn3ZK9WxPEA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109735051427134182282) In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan interviews legendary productiv...Howie Chanfull4069falseHow Can I help you? In this episode of The Legend Effect, host Howie Chan interviews legendary productivity expert and bestselling author Nir Eyal, whose book Indistractable has become a must-read for anyone serious about reclaiming their focus, managing attention, and building high-performance habits. If you're looking for REAL science-backed productivity hacks, hit play right now! Nir shares science-backed strategies for mastering your productivity mindset, defeating internal triggers, and avoiding the tech-driven traps that sabotage your time management and productivity. You'll learn how to design an environment that supports deep work and how to follow through on what matters most. Whether you're an entrepreneur, business leader, or creator, this conversation will give you the tools to work smarter, not harder—and create a life you can't wait to wake up to. Episode Breakdown: 02:13 Meet Nir Eyal: The Habit Expert 07:55 The Power of Persuasive Writing 14:36 The Truth about Productivity Hacks and The Path to Becoming “Indistractable” 23:21 Mastering Distraction: Traction vs. Distraction 34:51 Understanding Tactics vs. Strategy 35:10 Discomfort, The Core of Human Motivation 40:12 The Right Metric of Success: Working Without Distraction 43:04 The Process of Writing and Research 46:29 Personal Responsibility and Overcoming Distractions 59:26 The Impact of AI and Future Technologies 01:05:07 Reflections on Success and Personal Growth From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn  Youtube  X Facebook  Instagram  Get the book, Indistractable. Indistractable bonus content.  Legendary Quotes: “Everything is driven by the desire to escape discomfort.” – Nir Eyal “Tactics are what you do. Strategy is why you do it. So meditation, tactic. Brain training app, tactic. Physical fitness, tactic. Why? What's the strategy? Why are we doing these things?” – Nir Eyal “The whole metric of success needs to change. It needs to be about only our ability to work without distraction. That's all that matters.” – Nir Eyal It’s time to turn up the volume on life, make your mark, and live your legend. 🤘🏽 Join Legend Letters to get the most important lessons and behind the scenes content in under 5 min. 📩 Try the Legend Letters Newsletter Follow, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.Introducing: Influence Anyone with Howie ChanInfluence Anyone is a show about the science of influencing human behavior — ethically, strategically, and at scale. Each episode features conversations with world-class thinkers and practitioners in psychology, persuasion, storytelling, leadership, negotiation, and behavioral science — including voices like Dr. Robert Cialdini, Will Storr, Nir Eyal, Sam Horn, Paco Underhill and other architects of influence. You’ll hear: • The hidden forces that drive human decisions • The psychology of trust, status, and attraction • Practical systems to influence prospects, teams, and ourselves Hosted by Howie Chan, brand and influence psychology nerd, this show is about one thing: Becoming a person of influence. 📩 Send love letters/ ideas to me: hello@howiechan.com 🎁 Free 7-day email course to influence human behavior: howiechan.com/behavioring24fbd87046fd54e20105a03a686ba304ea6c674cTue, 08 Oct 2024 22:00:00 -0000Howie ChanInfluence Anyone is a show about the science of influencing human behavior — ethically, strategically, and at scale.

Each episode features conversations with world-class thinkers and practitioners in psychology, persuasion, storytelling, leadership, negotiation, and behavioral science — including voices like Dr. Robert Cialdini, Will Storr, Nir Eyal, Sam Horn, Paco Underhill and other architects of influence.

You’ll hear:

• The hidden forces that drive human decisions
• The psychology of trust, status, and attraction
• Practical systems to influence prospects, teams, and ourselves

Hosted by Howie Chan, brand and influence psychology nerd, this show is about one thing:

Becoming a person of influence.

📩 Send love letters/ ideas to me: hello@howiechan.com

🎁 Free 7-day email course to influence human behavior: howiechan.com/behavioring

]]>Introducing: Influence Anyone with Howie ChanYou look to your heroes living their dreams, only to look at your own life and be reminded of your earthly origins. Held hostage by this belief that leading a legendary life is meant only for the select few, you think: “I’m not worthy of greatness....Howie Chantrailer185falseInfluence Anyone is a show about the science of influencing human behavior — ethically, strategically, and at scale. Each episode features conversations with world-class thinkers and practitioners in psychology, persuasion, storytelling, leadership, negotiation, and behavioral science — including voices like Dr. Robert Cialdini, Will Storr, Nir Eyal, Sam Horn, Paco Underhill and other architects of influence. You’ll hear: • The hidden forces that drive human decisions • The psychology of trust, status, and attraction • Practical systems to influence prospects, teams, and ourselves Hosted by Howie Chan, brand and influence psychology nerd, this show is about one thing: Becoming a person of influence. 📩 Send love letters/ ideas to me: hello@howiechan.com 🎁 Free 7-day email course to influence human behavior: howiechan.com/behavioring