Daily Influence

What if your voice could open doors, build trust, and inspire lasting change?

On today’s Daily Influence, host Gregg-Brooke Koleno sits down with Leisa Reid, Founder of Get Speaking Gigs Now and CEO of the International Speaker Network. With over 600 talks delivered and nine books authored, Leisa has helped countless business owners transform their message into meaningful influence and measurable results.

In this episode, Leisa shares:

• How speaking can move you from “one-to-one” to “one-to-many” influence.

• Why authenticity—not perfection—is the secret to connecting with your audience.

• The real reason “someday” isn’t on the calendar (and why now is the time to speak up).

• How to create a strategy that keeps you booked, builds relationships, and amplifies impact.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, leader, or changemaker ready to share your story, this episode will inspire you to step up, speak out, and use your influence responsibly.

Tune in and discover how to get your talk ready to rock—and make every word count.

Connect with Leisa:

https://GetSpeakingGigsNow.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/leisareid/

In this revisit to episode 284 of the Daily Influence podcast, Brian Smith delves into the transformative power of positive thinking. Drawing from the core principles of The "I" in Team Series and the SMART Management System, Brian explores how a positive mindset can not only change your perspective but also act as a strategic tool for achieving success. Learn how to cultivate a culture of optimism, resilience, and high performance in your personal and professional life. Whether you're leading a team or guiding yourself through challenges, this episode provides actionable insights on harnessing the power of positivity to drive responsible and effective influence.

In this Revisit to episode 263 of the Daily Influence, Brian Smith explores strategies for effective transition management, which he refers to as improvement management. Learn how to engage your team and stakeholders in the process of change by adopting a SMART management approach.

Brian discusses the importance of clear vision, effective communication, continuous training, and the allocation of proper resources. He also highlights the need for flexibility, emotional intelligence, and performance metrics to ensure successful transitions. Tune in to discover how these strategies can help you navigate change smoothly and achieve lasting improvements.

What does it take to shift from fear and scarcity into abundance and fulfillment? On today’s Daily Influence, host Gregg-Brooke Koleno welcomes Joel Salomon, TEDx speaker, best-selling author, and Master Prosperity Coach.

Joel shares his incredible journey from hedge fund manager on Wall Street to purpose-driven coach helping people worldwide manifest prosperity and freedom. Through his books Mindful Money Management, The 9 Money Rules Millionaires Use, and Infinite Love and Money, Joel has guided clients to rewire their beliefs, embrace personal responsibility, and manifest millions.

In this episode:

• How Joel walked away from Wall Street to live his true purpose.

• The mindset shifts that move people from scarcity to abundance.

• Why personal responsibility is the foundation of prosperity.

• The connection between love, vibration, and financial freedom.

• Practical ways to overcome fear, doubt, and limiting beliefs.

• How AI is helping Joel coach and create more impact.

Joel’s message is simple yet powerful: “Doubt the doubt. Have faith in the dream.”

Tune in now and start building your path to prosperity with love, purpose, and responsible influence.

Connect with Joel:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/joel-salomon/

https://www.salaurmor.com/

In this Revisit to Episode 376 of Daily Influence Brian Smith as he dives into actionable strategies for measuring the impact of leadership on organizational success.

Using SMART goals and the principles from The I in Team Series, this episode explores how to define success, use data effectively, foster accountability, and build a culture of resilience and sustainable growth.

Listen in to transform challenges into opportunities and create a lasting legacy of success.In this revisit to Episode 376

On this episode of Daily Influence, host Gregg-Brooke Koleno sits down with Anusha Kalyanasundaram, Senior Manager of Business Development at Blue Ops Partners and founder of Veda for Education, a nonprofit providing education to underprivileged children around the globe.

From growing up with parents who instilled the value of service, to mentoring women in male-dominated industries, to launching initiatives that give underserved communities a voice, Anusha embodies what it means to lead with both responsibility and privilege.

In this conversation:

• How curiosity and lifelong learning shaped Anusha’s path from consulting to business development.

• The story of a small high-five that sparked a nonprofit movement.

• Her perspective on balancing influence with responsibility in both business and philanthropy.

• Why empowering women, especially women of color, remains central to her mission.

• The power and caution of using AI as a tool for positive impact.

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Anusha’s journey is a reminder that influence doesn’t always come from grand gestures, it often starts with one small act of kindness that ripples outward.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation on building a life of purpose, service, and responsible influence.

Connect with Anusha:

[email protected]

https://www.linkedin.com/in/anusha4veda/

In Episode 583 of The Daily Influence, Brian Smith sits down with Cindy Capistran, Group Fitness and Small Group Training Coach and Events Coordinator at Life Time Fitness Algonquin.

Cindy shares how her journey from the back row of a fitness class to the front of the stage became a lesson in confidence, authenticity, and service. She discusses the mental and emotional benefits of movement, the power of community inside the gym, and the contagious energy that comes from choosing positivity each day.

Together, Brian and Cindy explore how true influence in fitness isn’t about followers or spotlight—it’s about connection, empathy, and helping others take one step forward at a time.

🎙️ Listen wherever you get your podcasts and join the conversation at The I in Team Series.

It’s easy to see the faults in others—but real growth begins when we have the courage to look inward and ask, “Am I the problem?”

In this episode, Brian Smith explores how self-awareness can transform negative influence into positive impact. Drawing from The I in Team Series and S.M.A.R.T. Management principles, Brian helps you identify repeating patterns, manage emotional reactions, and practice accountability without shame.

Listen in to learn how reflection, emotional intelligence, and intentional resets can help you own your influence and use it for good.

What does it take to rise in a profession historically dominated by men and then create space for others to do the same?

On today’s Daily Influence, host Gregg-Brooke Koleno sits down with Vanessa Seiler, attorney, partner, and co-founder of MAS Law, an all-female boutique firm reshaping the future of law. Practicing since 1999, Vanessa shares her journey from navigating courtrooms where women were rare, to building a practice rooted in collaboration, mentorship, and integrity.

In this powerful conversation, Vanessa opens up about:

• Leading with honesty and respect in and out of the courtroom.

• Why mentorship is more than teaching—it’s modeling, collaborating, and opening doors.

• The balance between career and family in a shifting legal landscape.

• How listening to other perspectives creates stronger leadership and lasting influence.

Vanessa’s story is a reminder that influence isn’t always about volume—it’s about resilience, responsibility, and lifting others as you climb.

Connect with Vanessa: [email protected]

In this episode of Daily Influence, Brian Smith explores the power of writing as a tool to slow down, reflect, and lead with intention. Drawing from The I in Team Series and the S.M.A.R.T. Communication Discipline, Brian shares how writing helps transform emotion into clarity, reaction into reflection, and thought into responsible influence. Discover how just a few minutes of writing each day can calm the mind, strengthen communication, and reconnect you with your true purpose.