The Psychology of Power, Presence & Persuasion

We’re told great leaders should be humble, empathetic, good listeners. But then along comes Trump—loud, brash, unapologetically dominant—and dominates the world stage.

What if the world doesn’t reward the nicest voice in the room, but the loudest?

In this episode of AMI: Augmenting My Intelligence, Dr. J and Ami dive into the psychology of dominance, confidence, and charisma—unpacking what makes leaders like Trump, Musk, and Jobs so magnetic, even when they break every rule in the leadership playbook.

We’re not here to praise or shame—we’re here to learn. From dominance theory and evolutionary psychology to confidence and leadership BS, we explore why boldness often beats brilliance… and how you can own your space without selling your soul.

💥 Why we trust confidence over competence

💥 How dominant signals shape politics, pitches, and attraction

💥 The surprising science behind why presence > performance

💥 And how to project certainty authentically

Whether you’re a quiet high-performer or a visionary in progress, this conversation will help you tap into your power, without burning out or becoming someone you’re not.

Thanks for listening to AMI: Augmenting My Intelligence. Where we explore what it means to grow in the age of AI—and how to stay deeply, beautifully human.

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