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083: The Critical Importance of Emotional Intelligence for Leadership Performance and Productivity

Release Date: 10/05/2016

097: Locating the Balance between Effort and Surrender

The Mindfluence Revolution

“Striving” sounds powerfully positive and even necessary for optimal business success…to be filled with determination and tenacity! But striving can also mean to struggle vigorously. So when does this positive quality shift into anxiety and turmoil? Sometimes surrender means giving up trying to understand and becoming comfortable with not knowing. Your transformation into the person you were destined to be, and the fulfillment of your deepest purpose, happens on the other side of surrender. William Booth, the founder of the Salvation Army, said that “The greatness of a man’s power is...

096: How to Turn Media Interviews into Business

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Be the expert in your local or global community by being the go-to authority for radio, television, internet, and print media. Jess Todtfeld has been training CEOs of major corporations and small business owners all over the world for 15 years. Tune in and get ready to become a media master! Contact Jess Todtfeld: Key Links: Email Mindfluence: Schedule a free call with Mindfluence:

095: Summon the Courage to Walk into Your Fear

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We’re designed to learn, to grow, to take on new challenges, develop new skills, and contribute at higher levels. But this requires "new," and "new" requires risk--and risk induces fear. So what will you do? Turn and run from fear; freeze, avoid, and attempt to hide from fear; or will you summon the courage and walk straight into it? We're walking into ours. Will you join us? Key Links: Email Mindfluence: Schedule a free call with Mindfluence:

094: Kevin Javid - Branding Your Business and Optimizing Your Online Presence

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We’re designed to learn, to grow, to take on new challenges, develop new skills, and contribute at higher levels. But this requires "new," and "new" requires risk--and risk induces fear. So what will you do? Turn and run from fear; freeze, avoid, and attempt to hide from fear; or will you summon the courage and walk straight into it? We're walking into ours. Will you join us? Contact Kevin Javid: Key Links: Email Mindfluence: Schedule a free call with Mindfluence:

093: Leaders...Vulnerability is the Only Bridge to True Human Connection

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Business leaders might feel as though they have to project this ‘superhuman’ persona in order to be considered effective leaders, but Dr. Norton and Bruce discuss why you shouldn’t, on this week’s episode. Although it might seem frightening at first, a vulnerable leader is often a good leader, and is seen as much more trustworthy to their team. Key Takeaways: [3:15] Vulnerability is the only bridge to true human connection. [4:30] Bruce believes the lack of vulnerability in business relationships made them less functional. [7:25] Bruce kept up the image of always being...

092: Doug Stevenson - Engage the Power of Storytelling to Better Sell Your Vision, Ideas, and Service

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How do you leverage, and monetize, your personal story? How does story apply in a company setting? This week’s guest is a masterful storyteller. Doug Stevenson is the Founder and President of Story Theater International, a speaking, training, and consulting company. Doug has trained clients from all over the world on how to properly tell their story in an engaging way, where it attracts the customers’ feelings and emotions first. Find out more on how to engage your customer through storytelling on this week’s episode! Key Takeaways: [3:30] How does telling a good story change...

091: Embrace Frustration for Positive Change & Greater Impact

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We often see frustration and anger as negative things, but Dr. Norton and Bruce discusses why they don’t always have to be. We often seek comfort over action, but this can lead to inaction, which can then lead to regret. If anything, you should be more afraid of inaction than taking the action itself. On this episode, you’ll find out how you can use your frustration to create momentum, growth, and change. Key Takeaways: [2:00] Is your status quo just okay? [3:30] You can’t always be happy, right? [5:45] You can really learn a lot from your frustrations. They can be the trigger you...

090: Aaron Janx - The Straight Scoop on Successful Selling

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Aaron Janx is a ‘No BS’ sales mentor, and has some tips to share on how you can close that sale, because, as he says, if you don’t have sales, you don’t have a business. Do you want to lead more effectively in your next sales encounter? Then this is a podcast episode you certainty do not want to miss. Key Takeaways: [3:00] What motivates Aaron? [8:55] You can have the passion and certainty, but still not have the sales process down just yet. [12:15] Marketing is the servant to sales. It’s not a sale unless you’ve received money. [16:40] Whenever you’re selling something to...

089: Designing Your Compelling Future...Plant Seeds of Success

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What is your biggest desired future? What is your dream outcome? When it comes to these answers, most people are uncertain as to where they’d like to go. However, if they do ever come up with a destination, it gets put into one of three categories as to when they should act on it: Now, someday, or never. Today, Dr. Norton and Bruce discuss the three success factors to achieving your desired future and lifestyle, so that you’ll never put your dreams on hold. Key Takeaways: [0:45] What is your biggest desired future? [1:35] The only business and lifestyle you’re destined to have is...

088: Joe Calloway - How Can I Attract Customers to Me?

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Joe Calloway is prominently known for his work as a consultant and advisor to businesses. He is also the author of seven books, including Magnetic: The Art Of Attracting Business, and Keep It Simple: UNCLUTTER Your Mind to UNCOMPLICATE Your Life. On today’s discussion with Dr. Norton, Joe dives in on how to create a magnetic business and a business model your entire team can get behind and follow. Key Takeaways: [2:40] What does it mean to be magnetic, and why does it matter? [3:30] Word of mouth is more powerful than an ad. [8:05] How do you achieve a magnetic mindset? [12:45] What...

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Can't seem to inspire your team and make the impact you truly want as a business leader or professional? Then you certainty want to stay tuned to this week's Mindfluence episode and challenge of the week to get a jumpstart on your EQ skills. And no, this is not airy fairy stuff! There is research that backs the importance of EQ in a leader, in a person, and how it improves relationships across all aspects of your life, not just professional.

Key Takeaways:

[1:30] How much do emotions impact business leaders?

[2:30] Emotions drive people and people drive performance.

[3:00] How are you doing with your leadership EQ?

[7:00] You simply cannot underestimate the value of your EQ.

[7:30] Bruce shares a personal story that speaks to why EQ is so important.

[16:00] Research has confirmed that emotionally intelligent leaders are more effective.

[18:20] This is not airy fairy stuff.

[20:35] Emotional intelligence is more important than intellectual intelligence and experience.

[20:55] Bruce explains why he loves to watch Shark Tank...for its scientific value. [23:50] Of the leaders with high EQ, 92% created positive workplace climate.

[25:00] Why is your company culture not wonderful? It's because of this EQ factor.

[27:25] The 5 different areas of emotional intelligence.

[29:15] Treat others the way they want to be treated.

[33:40] It all begins at self-awareness.

[35:35] The second step is self-regulation, which also happens to be Dr. Norton's lowest score.

[37:50] The next level is motivation.

[39:00] The fourth level is empathy.

[39:10] The final level is social skills.

[40:00] Pay more attention to your feelings on a daily basis.

[44:00] Pay more attention to your body language as well.

[45:10] Can't seem to inspire your team? Your emotional intelligence is related to that.

[46:00] People know when you're faking it.