June 26, 2021

637: Riaz Meghji | Every Conversation Counts

42 minutes

“If we broke out of autopilot mode, and got intentional with our listening, with our curiosity and with our empathy, how could our relationships be different?”

Riaz Meghji is a human connection expert and the author of the book Every Conversation Counts. He is also an accomplished broadcaster having interviewed experts on current affairs, sports, entertainment, politics, and business. His experience taught him the power of authentic conversations, as well as how to put them to use.

Riaz is a natural storyteller which allows him to conduct engaging, in-depth conversations across various disciplines. Let’s dive in and learn how to make every conversation count!

Things you will learn in this episode:

[00:01 - 05:06] Opening Segment

I introduce today’s guest, Riaz Meghji

Bio

Riaz gives us a bit of his background

Socially anxious as a kid

Inspired by his brother to break out

A choice not to live for anyone else

[05:07 - 21:30] Dared to Believe Because of a Conversation

Making the decision to pivot away from the norm to pursue a dream

Riaz’s college experience

It took someone believe in me

Riaz’s advice to people questioning their pathway

Riaz’s journey getting into broadcasting

When all you have to offer is passion

Testing your authenticity

First time in front of the camera

Advice for people who do any kind of hosting

Prioritizing the people in front of you

“What’s on your mind”

Lean in, listen, and ask for stories

Simplicity

A word from our Sponsor

[21:31 - 33:50] Every Conversation Counts

Who you know, or what you know?

Strong combination of both

Competency and trust within a relationship

When to take advice seriously and when to put your guard up

Discover before you dismiss

Balancing with someone’s expertise

The impact of mentorship and masterminds on Riaz’s life

Championing and propping each other up

The example of YouTube

A big takeaway from ‘Every Conversation Counts’

Breaking out of autopilot

Approaching each other with meaningful connection

[33:51 - 41:20] Closing Segment

ThE RaNdOm RoUnD

How to engage with Riaz

Links below

Final words

Tweetable Quotes:

“Just remember you never know when you're going to cross paths with someone again.” - Riaz Meghji

“Emotion is what connects us, it polarizes us, but above all, it is what motivates us to act. And the greatest way to connect to emotion is to tell someone or ask someone about a story.” - Riaz Meghji

“If we broke out of autopilot mode, and got intentional with our listening, with our curiosity and with our empathy, how could our relationships be different?” - Riaz Meghji

Resources Mentioned:

Every Conversation Counts

Connect and engage with Riaz on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Check out https://riazmeghji.com/ to start making every conversation count.

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