Introductions

I was put in a situation today that could be perceived as frustrating or stressful. Here are some tips on how to think about those dumb little situations that might come up in your own life.

I'm looking to discuss topics you want to hear about! Someone mentioned how to gain confidence and how to build confidence into others.

Personally, I think the most confident people view the world with amusement, or humor. Humor and comedy are two different things, but are often mistaken as the same. By interrupting our pattern of fear and uncertainty with amusement, it's much easier to try new things.

The more we can train ourselves to develop confidence through a humorous worldview instead of from the approval of others, we will live a much happier and more adventurous lives.

Alex and Alex met while being EMTs and found they both had a knack for talking with people in all different situations, from networking events to delivering the solemn news to families about the passing of a loved one.

In this episode, we discuss:

-The best and worst times to network with a wingman

-Building your business through altruism

-Networking momentum

-Who you can talk to with the highest likelihood of success

-The safest places to build confidence by getting outside your comfort zone

These guys would love to chat with you about pretty much anything, and can also help your business or personal brand gain traction online.

You can find their work and contact info at www.alexissocial.com

In this episode you will learn:

-How to navigate small talk (and lead into big talk)

-The formula that Michael uses to creates genuine rapport

-The secret to guiding people through the conversation experience

-How talking about yourself is actually less selfish than you think

-An easy way to always have something to say

Michael has an impressive track record in sales, networking, and building companies, and exposes all his secrets on this episode.

If you don't teach yourself to look for things you want to see, you will find yourself at the mercy of your environment. Period.

I started this new thing in the morning where as SOON as I shut my alarm off, I turn on Facebook live and talk for 90 seconds about what's on my mind. It's probably the most vulnerable state I can be in. Sometimes I remember my dreams and can talk about them, but today, I didn't remember anything. Went a little deeper into the meanings of that here on the podcast today.

I was also checking out my new mic that I got on Cyber Monday! Wanted to reward myself for not doing anything on Black Friday other than hosting a webinar on how to talk to strangers... maybe I should've hosted it on Grey Thursday (Thanksgiving or whatever) to prepare people for the incivility of the holiday the day after.

I graduated high school in 2010. I’ve honestly forgotten how 16-18 year olds think on a daily basis. Asking them straight up seems to help bring me back.

I explain he difference in meditation experience between me and my baby sister over Christmas break.

This is fundamental for taking the next steps in your life

I share one simple exercise from Tommy Newberry that I revisited and has propelled my 2018 and aligned my strategy for the next 6 months