Today we sit down with Brett McDermott for a powerful episode of Persistence Playbook on what it really takes to supercharge your influence. If you’re a regular listener, you know Brett doesn’t just share ideas—he gives you communication techniques you can practice today.

This time, he reveals three deceptively simple skills that shift how people respond to you and open the door to deeper connection.

If you’re new here, get ready to learn why influence isn’t about talking more—it’s about listening better, speaking with conviction, and connecting through presence.

Key Takeaways

• Listen fully without interrupting—interest earns influence
• Speak with downward inflection to project confidence
• Use eye contact ratios that connect, not intimidate