Your Intended Message

Leadership lessons from dog training How can you lead your team like training a dog Episode 214 (Brady is based in Austin, Texas) In this conversation with Brady Foulk we explore: What dog training has in common with leadership skills How to understand their world - the dog or your team Connect and build new patterns of behavior The importance of along time How to allow a safe place to cool off  P...

Advance your career success with better communication skills Simple steps to become an effective communicator Episode 213 (Ty is based in Toronto, Canada) In this conversation with Ty Hoesgen, we explore: The lack of proper communication skills for students The danger of depending only on your technical expertise Communication is a learnable skill Even shy, clumsy introverts can learn how to commu...

Helping managers become executive leaders Leading is different from managing Episode 212 (Vanessa is based in Toronto, Canada) In this conversation with Vanessa Judelman we explore: The three aspects of being strategic How to conduct an accountability meeting The power of regular one-on-one meetings with your people How to build trust with your team How to become a leader who coaches your team Why...

How to improve your thinking skills regardless of your strengths Strengths and opportunities for ADHD entrepreneurs Episode 211 (ST is based in Florida) In this conversation with ST Rappaport we explore: Appreciating the 28 thinking skills How to recognize ADHD challenges How to deal with overwhelm How to leverage our five senses to organize new information The three phases of thinking and how to ...

How to promote your business with video What are your video choices? Episode 209 (Mark is based in Austin, Texas) In this conversation with Mark Wonderlin we explore: Where to start with simple phone videos What are the different types of videos you can publish for your business Why value in the video content is more important than quality The best uses of selfie videos vs professional videos Unde...

If you had to choose between feeling confident or appearing confident what would you choose? Listen in to discover the answer and why it is important to you. In this solo show George offers you a whole body. mind and soul experience to enhance your confidence.   Insights from this episode about feeling and appearing confidence when you speak in public.   These quotes from your episode were generat...

Everything begins with a conversation A solid conversation starts with trust Episode 207 ( Mary is based in Minnesota) In this conversation with Mary Schmid we explore: Why do 9 out of 10 conversations fail? How are the chemical releases in the brain shaping your feelings? Why we don't trust when we are stressed or threatened Why we don't make pure logical decisions The three levels of conversatio...

How to Turn Words into Wealth How to meet the needs of your three brain barriers Episode 206 (Aurora is based in Vancouver) In this conversation with Aurora Winter we explore: How does the brain understand words The wrong way to communicate The three levels of brain activity The critical role of the croc brain The connection between the mid brain and cerebral cortex The 27x effect of adding a stor...

Why did Forbes call Geoff Ramm a Game Changer? Why the extra mile and exceeding expectations is not enough Episode 205 (Geoff is based in north east England) In this this conversation with Geoff Ramm we explore: What is the key question you need to ask to surpass the competition? How would you treat the A list celebrity differently? How would you serve George Clooney or Angelina Jolie? How big or...

Write email that gets you the results you want. Avoid sending email that shows up in the news, or in court Episode 204 (repeat of #134, Liz is based in L.A.) Listen to this conversation with Liz Danziger before you send that toxic email and save yourself grief.   About Liz Danziger: Liz is the author of four books published by major publishers including business writing guide, Get to the Point! Sh...

Do you have copycat competitors? Does your message sound and look like everyone else? Episode 203 (Daniel is based in Florida) In this conversation with Daniel Den we explore: How to be so different that they can even begin to copy you What is the danger of looking like your competition? How can you position yourself in your niche? How to layer on more than one differentiating factor How to turn y...

Make PowerPoint Enhance Your Presentation Don't be a PowerPoint Fool Episode 202 (Ellen is based in Iowa) In this conversation with Ellen Finkelstein we explore: Common mistakes to avoid when presenting with PowerPoint How to take a more productive approach to your presentation How your words, slides and delivery contribute to your success Why text on your slides stop people from listening How non...

How to use Three-Box Storytelling to build Relationships A simple method to frame and tell your stories Episode 201 (Repeat of #68) At the time of this interview, Graham Brown was based in Singapore   Highlights from this conversation about storytelling   The Heart as an Analogy (00:00:00) An analogy for the heart as a symbol of music, love, and relationships. Introduction of Graham Brown (00:01:2...

Why is listening a life saving skill in nature Let's learn communication skills from the elephants  In this enlightening episode, host George Torok chats with leadership consultant and coach, Hugh Coppen. Episode #200 (Repeat of #57) When he's not on safari in Zimbabwe, Hugh lives in California.  Coming from a Zimbabwean farm, Coppen has a deep-seated love for wildlife. Now, as a leadership consul...

You can calm that angry person in 90 seconds or less Treat anger as a normal emotional response that you can control Episode 199 (Doug is based in California and this is a repeat of episode 117) Why you need to listen to this episode now. If you ever need to face angry people and want a better way to manage the situation, listen to this conversation to save the situation and relationship. If you e...

The Magic Words to Motivate, Engage & Influence Seven simple words to boost the power of your message Episode 198 (Tim is based in Boston) In this conversation with Tim David we explore: What we can learn from magicians about recognizing other's perspective Magic techniques to grab the attention of your audience What is it about magic that capture our imagination? How to connect with people Ho...

Face to Face Networking is back and more important How to get out and meet people in person Episode 197 (Will is based in the UK) In this conversation with Will Kintish, we explore: The three fears that people face when networking The myths and realities of face-to-face networking How to boost your self-confidence when attending an event How to go to an event with a friend for support Recognizing...

Use the pause to emphasize your message when speaking Solo show featuring George Torok  Episode 196 In this show you will hear 10 reasons to make tactical use of the pause in your speaking George Torok is known as the Speech Coach for Executives. He coaches executives to deliver more powerful and confidence presentations. https://www.speechcoachforexecutives.com/ He trains professionals to deliver...

How can you apply Design Thinking to your presentation? What is the total experience of your audience? Episode 195 (Ben is based in the UK) In this conversation with Ben Sauer, we explore: How might design thinking apply to presentation design and delivery? How to think from the audience perspective? Why the details mater How to design your presentation on the wall with post-it notes Why design is...

What does your Linkedin profile say about you and your organization? Using Linkedin to project your personal brand Episode 194 (Donna is based in Pennsylvania) In this conversation with Donna Serdula we explore: What can executive leader gain from enhancing their Linkedin Profile Why Linkedin is more than a job board Why leaders should help their employees enhance their profiles How to clarify the...

How to write smarter emails Writing is a learned skill Episode 193 (Grace is based in Washington DC) In this conversation with Grace Foster we explore: Why we need to learn how to write smarter emails The danger of emotional writing Checking your writing for tone Consider the New York Times test Recognizing our negative bias Why you don't want to "bury the lead" How to kick start the writing proce...

Help the toxic star and save your team "Does not play well with others" Episode 192 (Dotty is based in Milwaukee) In this conversation with Dotty Posto we explore: Why do some leaders get mean, and degrading? How to address this challenge with promising leaders Identifying the anger and frustration and how to redirect it Can we save this toxic person to become a true team supporter The process of...

Is your business ready for AI? Are you? Frankenstein technology or loyal servant? Episode 191 (Manuj is based in Vancouver BC) In this conversation with Manuj Aggarwal we explore: The promise and threat of Artificial Intelligence The possible impact of AI on your business success How AI can improve healthcare How to teach music to millions of students How you are already using AI almost every day...

Enter the mind of your prospects Create and convey a stronger Brand message Episode 190 (Chaya is based in New Jersey) In this conversation with Chaya Glatt we explore: How to charge more for your services Why do we need to discover our brand DNA? What makes up our brand DNA? Convince with words or the images for impact Your thought process in creating an effective message How to target the right...

Align your team, strategy and actions How to get your team on the same page Episode 189 (Anthony is based in Vancouver, BC) In this conversation with Anthony Taylor we explore: The challenge and process of aligning the elements of the strategic plan The importance of focusing on one destination How to think of the organization first and your department second Why culture is central to strategy How...