Profiting From Your Passion: Recent Episodes
David Wooton
We all have it in us. An innate desire. A passion for something. Chances are your passion found you. It wasn't something you sought after. What if we could hack that process to produce the same sort of enthusiasm for our everyday jobs? This podcast brings the people and ideas to help us achieve that result!
We often try to hide the pains of our past and wonder why we can’t move forward. My guest, Bernadette Savoy, has found that by letting out those trials of her past through her book she was able to deal …
Deana Meaux loved reading colorful rhyming books to her three children. She decided to write a story of her own and that story became a book. “I Just want to be ME! Says Achoo the Bee” is that book. Deana, …
Have you wondered if a coach is right for you? The truth is most highly succeful people have a coach or a mentor. This episode, Jeff and I talk about business coaching and much more. Let us know what you …
Sometimes you meet someone who has overcome so many obstacles and trials that hey have every right to be down on life, yet they are the beacon that shines to inspire others. Well, Bunny Young is that person. Bunny’s story …
This week’s guest is a front runner in his field. He helps entrepreneurs bring their business to a level of success that they didn’t know was possible. He is a true pro and good man. Let me introduce to you …
We all need help in different areas of our lives. When it comes to our passions we will do the homework, the extra effort, and take accountability of our shortcomings. However, we want other things in our life to just …
What happens when you mix passion and community? You get our guest Stacy Romero! Stacy has an incredible passion for the work that she does as the president of the Broussard Chamber of Commerce. It shows in her smile, words …
“Reed LEADS BY EXAMPLE and he’s taught me about the benefits of physical health and fitness as well as mental spiritual wellness. His workout plans are backed by research and experience. He radiates positivity and encouragement… and he always tells …
I know that you will be impressed with the life that this young woman has already lived. Olivia Briolo is now one of my heroes. Olivia and I discuss her life, from her big family upbringing to how she was …
This week’s guest is a man who saw his world change by a medical diagnosis. He wasn’t going to wait around to see what would happen next. Kevin left middle America and headed for his dream location San Diego. He …
Who’s there for you when times get tough? Who has your back when it feels like the world is crashing down? For David Wooton it’s his good friend Kieth Guidry, who always reminds him that “when this is done, it’s …
Sitting in the barber’s chair I watched and listened to my barber, Andre Guidry, interact with those around him. He was coaching the newly hired barber in the adjacent stall and setting the ground rules for a young boy that …
Most of us recognize the importance of serving others. Yet somehow it does not become a priority in our lives. My guest this week, John Koury, is a great example for those of us that struggle with prioritizing service. John …
I knew Kent Sonnier was a great guy the first time I met him. But, during the podcast he told me something I had not previously known. He said, “I have a motto.” Of course, that intrigued me. You will …
Often we feel that we have to chose a career path that does not feed our passion. We do our best to find purpose in our work. Sometimes that is serving others, or providing for our family. Worthwhile reasons of …
The fun thing about Profiting from your Passion is that you really never know where it’s going to take you. My passion has brought me to a position where I am now managing a multi-million dollar store, raising two kids …
Profiting from Your Passion: How to Turn Work into Prosperity: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0692182004/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_HHoBEb5CGZZ73 Does it ever feel like all you ever do is try to achieve other people’s goals? Hit other people’s metrics? How do we continue to move toward our own …
Profiting from Your Passion: How to Turn Work into Prosperity: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0692182004/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_HHoBEb5CGZZ73 What do you do when you find yourself lacking in confidence? http://profeshmedia.com/profit Our guest today rarely lacks in that department, but when he does he has one action that …
Profiting from Your Passion: How to Turn Work into Prosperity: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0692182004/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_HHoBEb5CGZZ73 Who has seemingly more endless passion than anyone on the planet? Moms! http://profeshmedia.com/profit Today’s guest is Casey Hilty, a Christian speaker, artist, and author of Her Children Arise – …
Profiting from Your Passion: How to Turn Work into Prosperity: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0692182004/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_HHoBEb5CGZZ73 When life gets turbulent, who is the person who helps you through it all? For Grant, like many of us guys out there, it’s his wife. Ashley and Grant …
Profiting from Your Passion: How to Turn Work into Prosperity: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0692182004/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_HHoBEb5CGZZ73 Are you working on your business or is your business working on you? http://profeshmedia.com/profit We’ve all had those moments whether we are business owners, managers or just people trying …
Profiting from Your Passion: How to Turn Work into Prosperity: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0692182004/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_HHoBEb5CGZZ73 While journaling and reading through the book of Proverbs in the Bible, Grant came across a phrase that kept reappearing, but he didn’t quite understand it. That …
How do you get your message to stand out in a crowd? How do you get people to attend your events when there is so much reason not to? Profiting from Your Passion: How to Turn Work into Prosperity: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0692182004/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_HHoBEb5CGZZ73 …
Profiting from Your Passion: How to Turn Work into Prosperity: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0692182004/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_HHoBEb5CGZZ73 Who are you taking along with you on your entrepreneurial journey? Could it be someone as close to you as your spouse? http://profeshmedia.com/profit That’s exactly what today’s guest Christa …
Profiting from Your Passion: How to Turn Work into Prosperity: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0692182004/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_HHoBEb5CGZZ73 Are you a creative type who hasn’t been feeling creative lately? Feel like the spark just isn’t there? http://profeshmedia.com/profit It may be because of your lack of processes. Jocko …
Profiting from Your Passion: How to Turn Work into Prosperity: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0692182004/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_HHoBEb5CGZZ73 Have you ever wanted to pursue a passion, but there were just too many good reasons not to? With all the downtime from social isolation, what’s stopping you now? …
Profiting from Your Passion: How to Turn Work into Prosperity: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0692182004/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_HHoBEb5CGZZ73 How are you handling the self-quarantine and social isolation caused by this global pandemic? Are you using it as a reason to hide away from your problems, or are …
Profiting from Your Passion: How to turn Work into Prosperity https://www.amazon.com/dp/0692182004/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_JOwEEbVVYNA6Q When do you know when the risk is worth the reward? How can you tell the difference between a healthy risk and one that will lead you to …
Profiting from Your Passion: How to Turn Work into Prosperity: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0692182004/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_HHoBEb5CGZZ73 Ever feel like there’s not enough of you at work? We all run low on energy or time and need to delegate certain tasks. http://profeshmedia.com/profit Today’s guest is Will Rose of …
Profiting from Your Passion: How to Turn Work into Prosperity https://www.amazon.com/dp/0692182004/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_H.NuEbK5Y22K Ever have trouble talking about yourself? Well so does the host of this podcast. Luckily, Grant has what he dubbed – the human growth accelerator – Kerry Duet on his side. http://profeshmedia.com/profit She …
Profiting from Your Passion: How to Turn Work into Prosperity https://www.amazon.com/dp/0692182004/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_H.NuEbK5Y22KC Do you ever take on a challenge and suddenly find yourself in over your head? As someone who listens to this podcast, chances are you’re a risk taker and a …
Profiting from Your Passion: How to Turn Work into Prosperity https://www.amazon.com/dp/0692182004/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_oaEsEbCWCRGVD Have you ever started something with full enthusiasm and great intention, only to have it all derailed by an unforeseen obstacle? So has today’s guest Joe Yarzabinski. He not …
Profiting from Your Passion: How to Turn Work into Prosperity https://www.amazon.com/dp/0692182004/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_H.NuEbK5Y22KC Have you ever been sucked into something and looked up only to think to yourself, “This is not what I thought”? Today’s guest is local entrepreneur and multiple business …
What’s your attitude about facing all the challenges ahead of you? Where is your biggest growth happening? Today Chris Pace joins us to discuss his philosophy for 2020 – “Why not?” There are plenty of chances to over analyze and …
Sometimes whenever you’re out there doing life, it gets a little hectic. There’s been new jobs, growing families and even an engagement! Hobbies and side projects take a back seat to just putting your nose to the grindstone and getting …
What a wild ride this life seems to put us on. It can feel scary, but when you embrace the changes you can at least enjoy the ride. Today Richard Wolfe joins Scott and Grant to talk about all of …
We talk a lot about building our mental and business acumen. But what about the body and spirit? Today Grant and Scott explore what they’ve been doing to take care of their bodies and what they do for their spiritual …
So many things happen to us on a daily basis, it would be impossible to remember it all. But when we start to journal we can pick up the highlights and remind ourselves of the important things that happened to …
Do you ever feel like you’re just going through the motions? What would life look like if you woke up with a purpose and intention? That’s the question that Megi Moseley answered one day, and she hasn’t looked back! Megi …
What happens when you achieve all the goals you set out to accomplish? What if you woke up and had all the things you thought you had always wanted? Today’s guest is Gabe Lewis, a man who by all worldly …
In 2016 the Acadiana area suffered from massive flood damage. Roddy Bergeron’s house was not impacted, but that didn’t mean his life wasn’t. The aftermath left him with a burning desire to make an impact in his community. Now he’s …
Today world-class toastmaster, author and professional coach Joel Dawson joins us to tell us about his amazing story. Imagine going from zero experience in public speaking to being one of the top speakers in the world. That’s exactly what happened …
We hear things like “work-life balance” and think we have to find a common ground between the two and not let one bleed into the other. Truth is work is part of life. Today’s guest Lisa joins us all the …
Think about who you sell to. Who you do the most business with. Chances are that person or group is full of women! That’s why today we’ve brought in the founder and president of the Lafayette Women’s Chamber of Commerce …
What does it mean to be bold? Life is full of things that fill us with fear and anxiety, but it’s when we choose to embrace it and face it that we are being bold – defiant in the face …
We listen to podcasts. We read books and even practice our new skills. But life starts to grind on you and it can wear you down. That’s why Scott Morgan went to a leadership convention recently. He shares the insights …
To perform your best you’ve got to operate at your best and today’s guest reiterates the importance of taking care of your health. Nikki Cohn-Byrd from Welliance America joins us with a blast of enthusiasm to tell her awesome story …
How do you grow your business or your brand? If it’s like me it’s through cold calls and email lists. But what if there was a more effective way? What if you could grow your brand and your business while …
Whenever you want to go on a road trip, you type in the address and then your GPS tells you the route. And if you follow that route you’re more likely to get to that destination. But without that destination, …
No one likes to be sold. Have you ever been in a store looking for something specific? Then a nice helpful person working at the store approaches you and asks if you need help. Of course you do, but you …
Casey Malbrough joins us today to tell her amazing story of entrepreneurship! While there are those of us who scratch and claw to work up the courage to follow our passion, Casey had a different route. She had a friend …
Ashley and I are in a really good spot in our marriage and with big changes in the future we wanted to capture this moment. What is it that has us feeling good about our relationship? Where are we doing …
There is so much going on in our lives that we can always make an excuse for NOT doing something. But when it comes to our passion it can feel like we can’t help but stumble into a long list …
Wow! What an amazing journey this has been. Thank you all who have listened over the past two years! When Joey Billiot and I started this podcast in 2016 we had no idea if we’d ever get to 100 episodes. …
Today, former host and venerable salesman Joey Billiot joins us to talk about how important sales is to the entrepreneur process. Whether it’s a new car or an insurance policy, the salesperson is a critical cog in the wheel of …
We can get so caught up in our daily lives that we forget what our goals are and what we’re striving towards. Today Vince Sandoz reminds us that there is so much out there that we still have left to accomplish. Vince is working toward his master’s degree, with a PhD on the horizon. He tells us how knowing where your passion lies can help fuel you through tough times, as well as help you make informed decisions on your future! What are you passionate about? How can this podcast help you realize that passion and bring it to fruition? …
We can get so caught up in our daily lives that we forget what our goals are and what we’re striving towards. Today Vince Sandoz reminds us that there is so much out there that we still have left to …
Today Grant and Scott tackle the question of “What type of salesperson are you?” As Scott likes to say, there are 3 Billion salespeople in the world; we’re all selling something to someone. What is your style whenever you are …
Frances McIntosh is one of those people you just want more of in your life! She’s a mother of three – very successful – children, runs her own coaching company and has overcome and struggled against challenges that would of …
Chris Yandle has worked in sports media for almost two decades, helping to make OTHER people look good and get the word out about their programs. Now it’s his turn to promote himself! Chris has a new book out “Lucky …
When do you stand up and speak your mind and when do you hold your tongue for the sake of peace? Today Steven Thibodeaux joins us to discuss how that dynamic works and gives us some insight into how he …
Jim Rohn said that you’re the average of five people you spend the most time with. I’ve also heard, “Show me your friends and I’ll show you your future.” So what is it about the people we spend so much …
Sales has so many moving parts that sometimes we can lose focus on what we’re actually trying to accomplish. So what happens when we finally get in front of our customer and they shoot us down or object to what …
So if you’ve been listening to the podcast for a while you are aware that Grant Alexander has been working on a book. The book is called “Profiting from Your Passion” and will be available for purchase on Amazon this …
How psychologically safe do you feel at work? If you have a differing opinion from a manager or boss, can you speak your mind? Today Mechelle Roberthon joins us to explain what psychological safety is, and why it is important …
Today Nathaniel Moore from yMoore coaching joins us to show us how to deal with conflict, and also talk about the good that conflict can bring us! What does Nathaniel do? More like what does he not do! You can …
The venerable Richard Wolfe joins us this week to give us his keys for a successful life. Whether you’re running your own company or working for someone else, it all starts with relationships and taking responsibility. Enjoy!
How often to we get frustrated with ourselves? We know what we’re capable of and we see ourselves falling short of that potential. Today Quincy Jackson implores us to hang in there just a little bit longer, be patient with …
Transitions are hard. They hammer and shape you into a different version of yourself. They can be painful and create anxiety. But as today’s guest Reece Theriot explains, when taken with the right attitude and understanding of their purpose, we …
All of the cool stuff is happening just outside your comfort zone. Don’t believe me? Then listen to entrepreneur and speaker Corey Jack. Jack has a ton to say about becoming the person you’re capable of being, but warns that …
In all of Dale Carnegie’s principles only his first one implores us NOT to do something. Don’t criticize, condemn or complain. Why would he make that his very first principle? Today Grant, Scott and recent DC graduate Aaron Cassard discuss …
Have you ever imagined a day or week going a certain way and it just didn’t? Nothing went according to plan. Nothing fell into place and you just wish it would end? Well that’s how a lot of us have …
When things don’t go according to plan, either with a customer or even in a relationship, what is your response? Some folks try to fix the problem right away, while others go into panic mode and can lose the whole …
What is it that keeps you moving forward when things get tough? Is it fear of failure? Or pursuit of an ultimate goal? Today Sarah D’Avy joins us to talk about a book she’s been listening too called “The Magic …
It’s easy to see our problems. They seem to be the only thing standing in the way between us and complete bliss. But the thing about problems is that they are like playing a game of whack-a-mole. As soon as …
Do you ever get that feeling before you start something that it may not go according to plan? Does that feeling prevent you from moving forward or being present in the moment? We’ve all felt that way and today Grant, …
One of Dale Carnegie’s worry principles is to live in day-tight compartments. Today Grant and Scott sit down with Callie Laviolette to discuss how starting your morning off right leads to those compartments being full of life and purpose. Enjoy!
How do you show enthusiasm when excitement is not appropriate? Today we’ve got the perfect guest to answer that question. Emily Castille from Martin and Castille funeral home joins us to talk about how she maintains her enthusiasm around something …
What’s your sales edge? What’s your secret weapon? How do you get more people buying what you’re selling? Wether you’re in a sales position officially or not, you’ve got an idea or a feeling you’re trying to convey. Today Grant …
Where do you get your most satisfaction? Is it from receiving what you feel you are owed? Or is it when you give something to someone who wasn’t expecting it? Today Grant and Scott sit down with recent Dale Carnegie …
I was sitting in church on Sunday and the pastor had us do an exercise. We held our hands four inches in front of our faces. He then asked, “How much of this room and the other people can you …
For some folks networking is a daunting word. It means meeting new people and having to introduce yourself and then try to remember their names. It can be an exhausting event. But what if networking could be fun? What if …
How often have you found yourself in a boring meeting? What if whenever you hosted a meeting people actually looked forward to it? Today Grant and Angelina talk about how to energize your communication and why it is so important. …
Have you ever been doing a task or working on a project, and you’re just waiting for someone to come tell you you’re doing a good job? What if you were the person who could tell yourself “good job.” Today …
You’ve heard it a million times. “Let’s just agree to disagree.” But what happens when you do that? All lines of communication are shut down about that subject and neither party is getting to hear the other side. Today Grant …
As a Dale Carnegie instructor I thought I was excited to tell people about the class and my experience. But that excitement and enthusiasm pales in comparison to that of Ty Landry. A salesman for Electronic Protection Systems by trade, …
How much time could we save if we didn’t have to go back and repeat ourselves? What if we could clearly communicate our thoughts and ideas so that they were carried out the way we envisioned? Today Lacie and Grant …
What would life look like in a stress-free world? Pretty boring right? While we can’t eliminate stress completely, we can put it into perspective so that we can use it for its intended purpose – to push us forward. Too …
You know that response your significant other gives you when you ask them “Where do you want to eat?” “Meh,” may be the response with head cocked to the side and shoulders shrugged. What if you knew how to harness …
A new segment on our podcast is the GA (Graduate Assistant) corner, where Grant sits down with his graduate assistants for his current 12-week Dale Carnegie class to discuss the topics they will be going over in class. This sessions …
Having a plan is beneficial for many reasons. The biggest may be that it removes some of the anxiety associated with the unknown. Today Joey and Grant discuss planning out their podcast better and what the benefits will be. Enjoy!
Where are you getting your message? Is it your Netflix account? Your Facebook feed? What about a podcast? Anita Link rejoins us to discuss how integrating podcasts into her daily commute has given her the boost needed to operate at …
What is the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word “investment?” If you’re like most folks you think of money, the stock market or some sort of real estate deal. But today Anita Link with St. …
Before you go listen to his new podcast with Richard Wolfe, catch THE Scott Morgan right here talking about his Three “W”s for success! You can Work hard, Work smart and Work consistently to obtain your goals and feel successful all along the …
Stepping out on your own carries huge benefits. Be your own boss. Make your own rules. Answer to no one but your customers. But it also comes with great risk. Today Ian Willis of Willis Custom Homes and Development stops …
One of our most popular podcast was undoubtedly the one we did on prayer with Reece Theriot. Dale Carnegie said it was the perfect way to conquer worry because you’re able to speak out loud what your problems are and …
What is it about conflict that makes you so uncomfortable? Or do you find yourself very comfortable in conflict? Either way it’s an important part of our daily routine that, when avoided or exploited, can have devastating effects on our …
How much of your business comes from one certain type of customer? What if that suddenly changed? Would you be able to adapt and create new avenues for revenue for your business? That’s exactly what Kerry Duet had to do …
Is Facebook an enigma for you? Is it something you avoid when it comes to your business? Fret not. The team at the Matthew Aaron Agency are here for you. Facebook can be a powerful tool and they can help …
What if you treated your future self like someone you truly loved and cared about? What would that future look like? That’s the question Dr. Jordan Peterson asks in his “self authoring” program. Grant and Joey have started it and …
What are you progressing towards? If nothing comes to mind, then chances are you may not be progressing at all. Today Reece Theriot joins us to talk about his idea of what progress means and why it’s so important to …
Have you ever run into someone at the gym and you know you know them, but can’t quite put a name to the face? Congrats! You are a human. The cool thing is you can learn to remember these names …
As you embark on your 2018 journey, who are you going to be taking with you? Be it a spouse, parent or child – it’s time to set some goals for that relationship. But what does that look like? Ashley …
How can you make sure your 2018 is better than your 2017? Scott Morgan joins us to propose you have S.M.A.R.T. goals. Find out how it applies to you in the week’s episode!
Think of the person you care most for. The person you’d do anything for – your kids, your wife, your brothers or sisters. Now imagine you have those same feelings for your future self. How differently would you act today …
What do you look like to everyone else? How active are you in controlling that narrative? Dale Carnegie said there are four ways, and four ways only, that people evaluate you – what we do, how we look, what we say, …
On your way to the top things will get rough. So don’t forget to appreciate the journey! That’s exactly what Alden Johnson has been doing for the last two years on her way to building a successful coaching business. Check …
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! When will be the next time you get to see this much of your family? Why not tell them how important they are to you and why! This week Grant sits down with Ashley and his daughter …
When you show up every week and just keep plugging along, good things can happen. Today Joey and Grant discuss some of the successes that have come their way since starting this podcast nearly a year ago! Enjoy!
Can using the Dale Carnegie principles lead to a million-dollar idea? Joey and his wife Lacie tell us how using DC principles in their parenting has allowed them to foster potential in their youngest son, which could lead to a …
Great leaders have a way of inspiring you to new heights and drawing the most from your abilities. But how could they do that if they never made you feel appreciated or worthy of achieving great things? Dale Carnegie proposes …
How does your personal life affect your work life? Why do we wrap up so much of our self worth in our job? Today Grant and Ashley talk about their relationship and how knowing the principles and actively living them …
Sometimes the people you’re taking too or dealing with just can’t see the big picture. And you explaining it 10 different ways isn’t helping either. Dale Carnegie proposes that you dramatize your ideas to help clear up any haziness to …
Undoubtedly you know the “golden rule.” But are you aware of the “platinum rule?” In this week’s episode THE Scott Morgan shares his insight into how you can truly be happy when you are giving of yourself to help others. …
Dale Carnegie Training is typically delivered in a business context, but how can these principles affect your personal relationships? Today fellow trainer Tim Shoptaugh and his wife Susan Shoptaugh discuss the impact of having a grasp and command of the …
Imagine someone who is noble. What types of things do they do? How do they carry themselves? How do people respond to them? Dale Carnegie believed that deep down everyone has a desire to “do the right thing.” As leaders …
When does your wife or husband listen to you the most? When do your kids give you their full attention? At work, what causes your fellow employees to take your advice? Dale Carnegie says that only when we sympathize with …
What happens to communication when we dig in on our own opinion? How likely are we to be open to new ideas that could actually benefit us or the company? Dale Carngie’s 17th human relations principle is “Try honestly to …
What makes you want to do something more? When someone tells you to do something, or when you decide for yourself that it needs to be done? Dale Carnegie proposes that when people have an idea for themselves, they are …
It’s the ladies turn to take over the podcast as Ashley Alexander and Lacie Billiot show that they too have chemistry when it comes to podcasting! They’ll tackle the subject of “Rest before you get tired.” Too often we feel …
The old saying is “God gave you two ears and one mouth, so use them accordingly.” And that fits in perfectly with Dale Carnegie’s 15th principle – Let the other person do a great deal of the talking. Carnegie has …
There were so many awesome nuggets that we couldn’t just do 1 part! Hear more of Lacie and just how a week can shift your paradigm and way of thinking. Special thanks to Ashley Alexander for her contribution on this …
When a telemarketer calls you what is the first thing they do? Ask a question where the only possible answer is “yes”. We immediately recognize this and are quick to end a conversation or just hang up. The professional sales …
Whenever we commit to do that one last thing we’re separating ourselves from everyone else and taking one more step toward our goals. Scott Morgan joins us today to talk about his philosophy of “plus 1”. It ties in perfectly …
How many times have you had good intentions that just didn’t come to fruition? How many times have you started a work out program and then stopped for one reason or another? Everyone in the world has intention. It’s the …
How has Lacie Billiot developed during the last three months with Dale Carnegie Training? Check it out for yourself what has transpired! See the link below to listen to her original interview and how she sounds now! Great Experiment Part …
How many times do you have to hear “no” before you get a yes? Depending on your field it could be as many as 12 “nos” to get to that yes. How often do we lie awake at night worried …
Rejection can come in many forms and people avoid it early and often. But what Dale Carnegie suggests is that we embrace our challenges with a full head of steam so that at the end of the day we can …
What makes the Dale Carnegie training experience unique is that it is the greatest human laboratory in existence. When a scientist wants to test one of his theories she does it in a controlled environment where if things go terribly …
Dale Carnegie said that prayer has a practical effect on both the spiritual and the non-spiritual in that it puts into words exactly what is troubling us. In this episode Grant, Joey and Reece Theriot sit down to discuss all …
Ever received too much appreciation from a boss or coworker? What about a family member? Me neither. People are quick to point out the 1% of the things we do incorrectly but what about that 99% that went off without …
Today Joey and Grant discuss two of Dale Carnegie’s ways to break the worry habit – keep busy and don’t worry about the past. Not suggesting that we don’t learn from the past, but not dwell on it and let it …
How can beginning in a friendly way impact an interaction? If you are in a confrontational situation it can take out the sting of the disagreement. But if you’re in a sales situation it can mean the difference between getting …
Have you ever been in a discussion, defending a point vihametly and then realized you were wrong? What did you do? Did you dig in even deeper or admit your mistake? Today Joey and Grant discuss the potential damage you …
Dale Carnegie calls it the little known secret to success. Thomas Edison said that if a man passes it on to his children he has left a fortune of incalculable value. That thing is enthusiasm! Yet today many people shy …
What is worry worth to you? Is it worth all the happiness you lose? Or the moments you don’t get to enjoy? Is it worth your own health? When we worry we create bad environments for ourselves health wise. Our …
Worry is your enemy. But stress has a very important role in sharpening us up and getting us to focus. It’s when we worry about the stress that we cause problems. Or if we eliminate stress all together we can …
So you’ve been hearing from people who have already been transformed by taking the Dale Carnegie Course, but what about someone who hasn’t? What about someone who still has doubts and fears about what to expect? Well Joey and I …
What is the value of having a legitimate conversation? Where can it take you in a relationship with a stranger or even someone you’ve known for a while now? When we stop wasting time with small talk we can drill …
What is your first reaction when someone shares an opposing opinion with you? If you’re like most people you lash out with your opinion or completely shut them down. But what if we could have an honest discussion to find …
We all know that we should avoid arguing with people on the internet or people who are just plain ornery. But what about the people we actually need to deal with on a daily basis? How do we avoid an …
Where are you trying to go and what tools do you have to get there? Here’s where Joey and I break down what we are trying …
What is your biggest worry from day to day? If you’re like me it’s typically one of two things: What did I do wrong yesterday that I need to fix? What am I going to have to do tomorrow if …
Is every person you allow to stay in your life important? Be it at work or at home, do they add value and make your life better or easier in some way? If you answered yes, then great! So why …
Once you’ve asked enough questions and you can identify their interests it’s now time to talk in terms of their interests! Sometimes that’s easier said than done, though. How do we keep a conversation going when the other person’s interests …
Do you ever get the feeling the people you’re trying to communicate with just aren’t listening? Chances are they feel the exact same way. When we take the time to listen to someone, and listen to understand not just respond, …
Dale Carnegie’s sixth principle is stated this way: “Remember that a person’s name is to that person the sweetest and most important sound in any language.” Wow! Kinda puts a lot of pressure on both remembering someone’s name and just …
Check out the above picture. Can you tell this lady is smiling even though you can’t see her mouth? Can you hear a smile over the phone? Absolutely! What is the longest word in the English language? “Smiles”, because it …
So if we can’t criticize someone and we aren’t complaining about them, how do we start to get them to do things better? We just appreciate them right? Well this week’s guest Angeline Scroggs found out that just because you …
In a tiny book adorned in gold sits 30 principles that, when utilized consistently, can change a person into a dynamic leader. Before any of the other 29 can be of any use, the very first thing Dale Carnegie suggest …