Awkwardness is part of life. But not many of us know how to navigate it, let alone leverage it for success. During this episode, Henna Pryor joins us to discuss the superpower of embracing awkwardness. Among her many accolades, she is an award-winning TEDx speaker, sought-after workplace expert, and international keynote speaker. Tuning in, you’ll hear all about Henna’s experiences of growing up and feeling awkward, entering the staffing industry, and finding her calling in speaking. Learn...

What does it take to write great copy? And how can you master it to reach your audience and share your message? In today’s conversation, you’ll hear Rory share his top three copywriting secrets for producing persuasive copy and the key lessons he’s learned over the course of his career. Using his best-selling book Take The Stairs as a jumping-off point, Rory unpacks what it means to sell the destination instead of the vehicle, the role of pain copy, and how to write excellent pay-off text....

If you’ve ever struggled to explain your offer, you’re not alone. It can be daunting trying to pitch what you do (and why it’s important) without coming across as arrogant or cocky, which means we often end up shrinking ourselves or downplaying our abilities in the process. But what if, instead of concentrating on selling yourself, you focused on your customers and the key problems they need to have solved? That’s where the groundbreaking StoryBrand method comes in! We are joined today by...

AJ gained some valuable insight after her conversation with the Owner and CMO of eSpeakers, Joe Heaps, about what it takes to make speaking your profession and how to grow your speaking business. This recap episode highlights the biggest mistakes that new speakers make and how to avoid them, how to make the perfect demo video, why it’s important to understand what buyers are looking for, and everything you need to remember when setting fees for your speaking business.   

The speaking industry has grown leaps and bounds to the extent that speakers are now considered entrepreneurs, as they are now personal brands and businesses. But finding work is not as simple as just sending a text or email, and being a successful speaker requires the same hard work and dedication that is necessary for any thriving business. Joining AJ in conversation today is Joe Heaps, the Owner and CMO of eSpeakers, an online platform that connects speakers with their audience. Joe...

Many people don’t see breakthrough in their lives, despite their best efforts. Following our conversation with Michael Bungay Stanier, we’re sharing our five step formula, to support you as you help others to have a massive breakthrough in their lives. Tune in to hear the real reason it’s so hard for most people to make much-needed changes before we dive into the true premise of coaching, and explore your role in identifying and calling out limiting beliefs and leading client’s toward new...

Despite its undeniable power to affect change and bring forth transformation, coaching, as a profession, is still widely misunderstood. Understanding coaching and what it could do for you and those around you is vital for the future of unlocking every individual’s inner greatness. Michael Bungay Stanier is a world-renowned coach, speaker, and bestselling author, and his most famous title, The Coaching Habit, acts as the foundation of today’s conversation. Michael joins us to share what it...

Getting referrals is one of the best ways to grow your client base, and by extension, your business. But how do you go about initiating this process? And where is the best place to start? In today’s recap episode, AJ revisits her conversation with Barb Betts as she shares her top takeaways and breaks down the three most important steps for getting more referrals for your business. Find out what’s holding you back from asking for referrals, how to overcome this, and why it’s worth putting in...

You might think that, in 2024, the most effective way to grow your business is through your online presence. But you’d be wrong. The truth is that the majority of businesses today still thrive, not through Google searches or social media, but through the undeniable impact of trusted referrals and recommendations. And referrals hinge, more than anything, on the power of relationships. Our conversation today is a near-perfect example of this lesson in action. We are joined by Barb Betts, a...

What can you do to increase the likelihood of success? What are the things we do to self-sabotage? In this episode, we recap our main takeaways from our insightful conversation with Erwin McManus. Using our conversation with Erwin as a foundation, we delve into the key mindset shifts needed to build a personal brand, be a successful entrepreneur, and maximize potential. We unpack the power of being your own cheerleader and why approval from others is not an ingredient for success. Discover...

Achieving massive success requires more than talent or strategies; it also involves cultivating the right mindset. In today’s episode, we sit down with Erwin McManus, a pastor, author, and speaker known for his inspirational teachings on leadership, creativity, and spirituality. His latest book, Mindset Shifts, guides readers through developing an inner framework to navigate and overcome the internal mental structures preventing success and living a fulfilling life. In our conversation, we...

Building a strong foundation for your personal brand, and your business, is essential. But how do you go about building that foundation? And how do you determine the amount of time you should be spending on it? In today’s special recap episode, AJ uses her conversation with Elizabeth Stephens as a springboard to give listeners a comprehensive breakdown of how to tackle these questions, why it’s so important, and why you should never rush this process. Tuning in you’ll learn about Brand...

No matter where you are in your personal brand journey, there are always key questions that you should be asking yourself, like “What should I be working on right now?” and “Where should I be investing my time and resources?” There is perhaps no one better suited to tackle these questions than today's guest, Elizabeth Stephens, who just so happens to be a part of the Brand Builders Group’s founding team, and currently serves as the Vice President of Customer Service! In today’s conversation,...

Can small enhancements to your customer journey make a memorable impact? Will Guidara, restaurateur, speaker, founder of creative hospitality agency Thank You, host of The Welcome Conference, and bestselling author of Unreasonable Hospitality, believes that any business can take ordinary transactions and turn them into extraordinary experiences. In our most recent interview with Will, we took a deep dive into the valuable service and leadership lessons he’s learned throughout his restaurant...

When Will Guidara decided to serve a two-dollar hot dog in his four-star New York restaurant, his life was changed forever. This move to create a personalized street food experience for out-of-town customers earned such a positive reaction that Will began to practice "unreasonable hospitality" full-time, seeking out new and creative ways to create extraordinary experiences. His national bestseller, Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expect, details...

Navigating cancellations can be tricky. Today’s conversation is all about the role of your cancellation strategy in supporting client retention. Tune in to hear some of our post-show thoughts following an extremely enriching conversation with retention expert Shana Lynn. From understanding why people cancel, to starting with the beginning in mind, and more, this episode is short, but mighty. If you have a community or a membership in which retention is a key driver, this is a conversation for...

This episode is all about community and retention. It doesn’t matter who you are, this message is for you! Joining us to explore this super important, universal topic is Shana Lynn, a podcast host, speaker, and consultant with more than ten years of experience in retention. Tuning in, you’ll hear all about Shana’s college thesis that got her on stages across the country, her experience at Vanderbilt Medical Centre, and being handpicked to work for Stu McClaren. We unpack what it really means...

Money is a topic that is just not talked about enough – how to make it; save it; invest it; wisely spend it; and keep it.  So we were thrilled when we got the chance to sit down with Rob Luna recently, and he made some powerful, life-changing observations that we’d like to share with you today. We distilled Rob’s message into 5 key points that will enable you to become more financially secure as an entrepreneur. We discuss how being debt-free leads to freedom, why you should always be your...

One of our favorite things to do is speak with clients who have expertise relevant to the Influential Personal Brand community. In today’s episode, we speak with Rob Luna, a distinguished wealth strategist and CEO of Real Talk Capital, about tax and financial strategies for personal brands. Rob’s mission is to help people build, grow, protect, and enjoy their wealth. His experience and dedication to financial success make him a valuable resource for those seeking financial guidance and...

There’s more than one way to become a highly paid professional speaker. But what are the best paths to success? And how do you choose what’s right for you? In today’s special recap episode, AJ takes us through her top takeaways from her conversation with Shawn Hanks, CEO of Premiere Speakers Bureau. We find out about the three non-negotiables for becoming a highly paid professional speaker, before taking a closer look at how to hone your craft, the evergreen speaking categories you should be...

Are you a talented speaker looking to advance your career, but unsure of how to take the next steps and scale up? Then look no further than today’s conversation with Shawn Hanks, CEO of Premiere Speakers Bureau (PSB) – a company that has spent over 25 years successfully partnering leading speakers with satisfied clients. Tuning in, you’ll hear Shawn unpack everything you need to know about the dynamics of working with bureaus, along with a host of practical tips for aspiring speakers. We...

There is a guiding principle for wealth accumulation and financial prosperity that says money loves speed. Take a moment to reflect on that. Money tends to grow faster when it’s put to work quickly, and people are almost always willing to pay more for speedier results! Today, we expand on our recent episode with Jay Baer, titled ‘The Time to Win with Jay Baer’. Join Rory as he shares his key takeaways from that conversation, including a powerful question to ask yourself to help you make more...

Speed is an incredibly important factor in delivering products and services to your customers and it is often overlooked. Today on the Influential Personal Brand Podcast, Jay Baer joins us to discuss his new book, The Time to Win, the importance of finding the perfect time to deliver to your customers, and why that time is most likely faster than you think. Tuning in, you’ll hear all about the premise of the book, how the pandemic inspired Jay to write it, why speed is as important as price,...

Welcome to the recap of our conversation with the author and CEO of Copper Books, Allison Trowbridge about why an author is also an entrepreneur. In this episode, we discuss why this is the golden age of publishing, why it is easier than ever before for anyone to write a book, and more! We even delve into why being an author automatically makes you an entrepreneur before being reminded that writing a book is a calling. In the previous episode, Allison likened the three ways to publish a book...

Authors are entrepreneurs! If you are an author of any kind or if you aspire to write a book someday, then this is the episode for you! Today we are joined by the incredible Allison Trowbridge, author and entrepreneur, to discuss her book, her company, and so much more! Tuning in, you’ll hear all about what made Allison want to write a book, what it’s about, how she got her start in the world of books before she even started writing, and more! If you are ready to be an author and sell your...