EP484: Alan Weiss - How do you Become A Thought Leader? You Hang Out with Them!

“Isolate the negatives to a particular time and place and generalize the positives”
“Behind every corporate objective is an individual objective.”

In this episode, renowned consultant and bestselling author, Alan Weiss, shares his invaluable wisdom on overcoming imposter syndrome, valuing oneself, and charging fees that reflect what you're truly worth. With practical strategies and insights, he guides listeners on how to build self-esteem, break free from the time-for-money trap, and step into their full potential. Join us on this transformative journey with Alan Weiss as we unlock the secrets to becoming a thought leader and conquering imposter syndrome.

Expert action steps:

  1. You have to have a huge degree of resilience.

  2. You need to be able to operate well in large degrees of ambiguity. You have to be willing to walk through the fog and say to people, "Follow me".

  3. You need a very highly developed sense of humor.

Find free audio, free video, free text, and sign up for all of Weiss’ free newsletters and podcasts and everything else. Just visit https://alanweiss.com/

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EP483: TL Nuggets #116 - Thought Leader vs Influencer Part 2

The least proven and least valid information is what gets the most attention by the masses and is what fuels most popular influencers. The people who really need your help and who’ll be willing to pay for it are looking for thought leadership that leads to real outcomes. Today’s nugget is about how to deliver the right message that leads to real outcomes that will attract the right people. Not the most people.

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EP482: Tamara Lich & The Caravan of Hope - How To Build A Movement That Will Change The World

“Freedom isn't given to you. It isn't free. For it to really be freedom, you have to take it.

-Greg Medford”

In this exciting episode, we welcome a very special guest, Tamara Lich, a legendary figure who played a pivotal role in the Freedom Convoy movement. With a strong personal brand and a passion for freedom, She shares her inspiring journey and the reasons behind her involvement in the fight for freedom during the era of lockdowns.

To know more about Tamara Lich, just visit www.theconvoybook.com.

Tamara’s book Hold The Line: My story from the heart of the Freedom Convoy is available on Amazon. You can also get a signed copy of the book through the website.

Expert action steps:

  1. Grow thick skin.

  2. Stay focused.

  3. Believe in yourself.

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EP481: TL Nuggets 115 - Steak vs Sizzle - Thought Leader Vs Influencer

“A thought leader is someone who doesn’t copy the crowd. They’re not a cover band. They’re someone who creates original music.”

Stories that captivate audiences and capture their attention are exciting, inspiring, and entertaining. But getting in front of people and telling stories doesn’t make a person a thought leader. Since a true thought leader can change people’s lives forever, today’s episode is about the important differences between influencers and thought leaders that make that possible.

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EP480 Richard Robbins - How to be the Best Ever in your Field

“Building a business and life that you love and building a business that fully supports the life that you want to live.”

In today's episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Richard Robbins, the founder of Richard Robbins International, a renowned training and coaching company for residential real estate professionals. His journey from real estate brokerage to building a globally recognized brand offers valuable lessons for entrepreneurs and professionals seeking to establish their own powerful personal brand.

Richard Robbins is an industry luminary and visionary, known for his expertise in personal branding and business development. With a foundation in real estate, his entrepreneurial spirit led him to establish Richard Robbins International, a globally recognized training and coaching company that empowers real estate professionals to achieve extraordinary results. His philosophy centers around the importance of courage, authenticity, and unwavering dedication to one's chosen path.

Expert action steps:

  1. Focus on the future.

  2. Be mentally prepared.

  3. Decide what three things I am going to do today that will move the needle in my business or move the needle in my life, and then make sure that no matter how high the water is, you get those three things done.

To check out Robbins’ work, click here.
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EP479: TL Nuggets 114 - Why Becoming A Thought Leader CEO Is More Critical To Scaling Your Business Than Adopting AI

“How to build a deeper, more powerful connection with your customers and potential customers. How to enhance the speed of trust….We’re living in the era where people want to know you, they want to connect with you and they want to feel your authenticity.”

The AI era is here for sure and everyone is at least curious about how it can help them grow their business. But we’re also living in an era where people are desperate for authentic human connection. AI can help streamline some of your processes but it can’t build trust or make people fall in love with your company. Today’s episode will help the CEO keep their focus on what matters most.

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EP478: Lynne Twist - How to Awaken your Unlimited Talents & Treasures

“There was an integrity in our life, there is an experience of enoughness, no matter how much money we have or don't have, there is an experience of wholeness, sufficiency, and really knowing who we are.”

In this episode, we are joined by Lynne Twist, a renowned advocate for social change and author of "The Soul of Money." She shares her remarkable journey as a "pro activist" and her lifelong dedication to ending world hunger. She explores the transformative power of sufficiency, the connection between our financial lives and our souls, and her work with indigenous communities in the Amazon rainforest through the Pachamama Alliance.

Lynne Twist is truly an example of what a global thought leader looks like. She's using her thought leadership to make a massive impact in the world and to inspire other people to use their thought leadership to create success for themselves while making the world a bigger and better place. Join us as we delve into Lynne's inspiring insights and stories, and discover how we can awaken our unlimited talents and treasures for a more harmonious world.

Be connected with Lynne Twist by visiting her website soulofmoney.org or pachamama.org.

Support her book, The Soul of Money: Reclaiming the Wealth of Our Inner Resources and Living a Committed Life: Finding Freedom and Fulfillment in a Purpose Larger Than Yourself, available on Amazon or in any of your local bookstores.

Also, Lynne is doing a series of courses Sophia Circle for women from October 2023 to March 2024. Don’t miss out!

Expert action steps:

  1. Listen to what breaks your heart and what makes your heart sing. Those two things will help you discover your calling.

  2. Live in the profound experience of gratitude. Be grateful for everything.

  3. Talk about language. What you love. Talk about what you love and use the words, “I love” wherever it applies. It deepens your capacity for love.

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EP477: TL Nuggets #113 - Why You Can't Stay On The Sidelines Anymore

“Without freedom we can’t have free expression, we can’t have free enterprise.”

“The only condition necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to stand by and do nothing.”

There was a time when we would save our political opinions and debates for the right environment and crowd. But with politicians of late asserting so much control over our lives and boldly threatening to take away ever more freedoms, we can’t avoid talking politics. Infact, the power of your voice is desperately needed on the front lines of what is clearly a battle between good over evil.

Today’s episode is calling on all entrepreneurs to join the battle. Protect your freedom, free speech and free enterprise.

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EP476: Anurag “Rags” Gupta - Play Full Out

“You don't navigate from where you're getting to, you navigate from where you're coming from with honor and integrity and joy and love in everything you do, and you see where it takes you. You don't know where you're going to end up, but it will take you where that stuff should take you.”

Today's guest, Anurag Gupta, is an entrepreneur and advocate for personal and professional growth. Originally from India, he overcame challenges as an immigrant in Canada and found unexpected success in photography. This led him to prioritize creating positive work environments and helping others thrive. His journey brought him to Landmark programs where he discovered his passion for empowering people. Now, he aims to revolutionize education, living spaces, business models, and wellness through innovative prototypes and paradigms.

Join us as we explore the importance of serving people and the planet while discussing innovative ideas such as cryptocurrency and the democratization of finances. Get ready for a stimulating discussion that will inspire you to reconsider the way we approach business and transformation. Let's dive in!

Expert action steps:

  1. Clean up your physical and digital space.

  2. Prepare and invest in personal growth.

  3. Shift to a service-oriented mindset.

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EP475: TL Nuggets #112 - Thought Leader Branding For Founders & CEOs

“A CEO needs to put himself or herself right at the centre of the company’s business with a powerful thought leader brand.”

This week's nugget goes out to the founders and CEOs. Your authentic, personal brand can help you scale your business in a powerful way. Your story, your messaging, and this strategy are all you and your company need to go from $10 million to $100 million.

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