Super U Podcast

Today, Equalman sits down with Bo Seo, a two-time world champion debater, former coach of the Australian national debating team and the Harvard College Debating Union. One of the most recognized figures in the global debate community, he has won both the World Schools Debating Championship and the World Universities Debating Championship. Bo has written for The New York Times, The Atlantic, CNN, and many other publications. He has worked as a national reporter for the Australian Financial Review and has been a regular panelist on the prime-time Australian debate program, The Drum.

Bo and Erik discuss the difference between debate and argument, the risks of conflict avoidance, how to have more productive arguments, the problems that accompany online bickering, the most common mistakes made by amateur debaters, and the argument checklist.

More from Bo Seo:

Good Arguments by Bo Seo

Twitter: @helloboseo

5x #1 Bestselling Author and Motivational Speaker Erik Qualman has performed in over 55 countries and reached over 50 million people this past decade. He was voted the 2nd Most Likable Author in the World behind Harry Potter's J.K. Rowling.

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Motivational Speaker | Erik Qualman has inspired audiences at FedEx, Chase, ADP, Huawei, Starbucks, Godiva, FBI, Google, and many more on Focus and Digital Leadership.

Learn more at https://equalman.com

On today's episode, Equalman sits down with Swedish entrepreneur Nellie Wartoftwho launched the social learning platform Tigerhall in 2019, revolutionizing how professionals learn from one another in the real world. Under her leadership, Tigerhall has quickly gained traction with users across 32 countries, and employees in 12 markets. Tigerhall’s customers include global Fortune500 firms in technology, FMCG, professional services, and financial services.

Erik and Nellie discuss Nellie's journey to becoming a thinkfluencer and the CEO of a social learning platform. Nellie explains how social media gives people quick access to a diverse range of sources and the visual and interactive nature of social media aids in memory retention. Nellie offers practical advice to entrepreneurs and much much more on today's Super U Podcast.

Nellie has been named on the 2021 Tatler Gen T list of Future Leaders and was recognized as one of the Top Entrepreneurs to Watch in 2023 by the International Business Times.

Learn more about Nellie:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nelliewartoft/en/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/tigerhall/

https://tigerhall.com/

5x #1 Bestselling Author and Motivational Speaker Erik Qualman has performed in over 55 countries and reached over 50 million people this past decade. He was voted the 2nd Most Likable Author in the World behind Harry Potter's J.K. Rowling.

Have Erik speak at your conference: [email protected]

Motivational Speaker | Erik Qualman has inspired audiences at FedEx, Chase, ADP, Huawei, Starbucks, Godiva, FBI, Google, and many more on Focus and Digital Leadership.

Learn more at https://equalman.com

Equalman sits down with Dr. Ben Michaelis, Ph.D to discuss the hidden motivations and psychology of the human mind.

Ben Michaelis, Ph.D., is an executive coach, clinical psychologist and author with an expertise in evolutionary psychology and the hidden motivations of human beings. His academic training, clinical experience, and natural ability to rapidly identify the primary drivers of behavior allows him to provide clients with direct, meaningful insights that can transform individuals and organizations.

Ben has worked with high-performing individuals and teams in entertainment, technology, finance, law, and politics. He believes that becoming a true, impactful leader is earned through service to others.

Currently, Ben is C.E.O. and Co-Managing Partner at the thegroup.io. He works intimately with clients to create and cultivate healthy corporate culture and positive change. Outside of the thegroup.io, Ben works with select individual clients and supports other organizations in the mental health space.

Ben graduated summa cum laude from Columbia University (Columbia College) with a B.A. in Psychology He holds a Ph.D. from New York University in Clinical Psychology. Ben is based in New York City and enjoys spending his time with his family. He is passionate about nature and his dog, Obi.

5x #1 Bestselling Author and Motivational Speaker Erik Qualman has performed in over 55 countries and reached over 50 million people this past decade. He was voted the 2nd Most Likable Author in the World behind Harry Potter's J.K. Rowling.

Have Erik speak at your conference: [email protected]

Motivational Speaker | Erik Qualman has inspired audiences at FedEx, Chase, ADP, Huawei, Starbucks, Godiva, FBI, Google, and many more on Focus and Digital Leadership.

Learn more at https://equalman.com

We have a great episode for you today. Erik sits down with Milan Kordestani. Milan is the author of the #2 Wall Street Journal Best Seller "I'm Just Saying: A Guide to Maintaining Civil Discourse in an Increasingly Divided World," which provides practical advice and strategies for respectful communication. He is a recognized expert on “Gen Next” (millennials, Gen Z, and Gen Alpha) and a three-time founder with a passion for building sustainable businesses that foster positive social change. These companies include Nota (formerly known as The Doe), a narrative publication promoting civil discourse anonymously; Audo, a personalized career-building destination; and Guin Records, an artist-friendly record label empowering purpose-driven lyricists. Erik and Milan discuss Gen Next and how they consume content, the loneliness epidemic, and all things artificial intelligence. Social Media Links:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milan-kordestani-b029a68a/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milankordestani/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@milankordestani

Twitter: https://twitter.com/milankordestani

5x #1 Bestselling Author and Motivational Speaker Erik Qualman has performed in over 55 countries and reached over 50 million people this past decade. He was voted the 2nd Most Likable Author in the World behind Harry Potter's J.K. Rowling.

Have Erik speak at your conference: [email protected]

Motivational Speaker | Erik Qualman has inspired audiences at FedEx, Chase, ADP, Huawei, Starbucks, Godiva, FBI, Google, and many more on Focus and Digital Leadership.

Learn more at https://equalman.com

Did you know you can now receive a Master's Degree in Happiness Studies? All thanks to today's guest. We've been very much looking forward to sharing this episode with you all. Equalman sat with with Dr. Tal Ben Shahar to talk about happiness, being selful, and the three R's of change. Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar is an author and lecturer. He taught two of the largest classes in Harvard University’s history, "Positive Psychology" and "The Psychology of Leadership." His books have been translated into more than thirty languages, and have appeared on best-seller lists around the world. He is the co-founder and chief learning officer of The Happiness Studies Academy and Potentialife. In 2022 Tal designed and launched a Master’s Degree in Happiness Studies in collaboration with Centenary University.

Learn more about Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar:

www.talbenshahar.com

www.happinessstudies.academy

5x #1 Bestselling Author and Motivational Speaker Erik Qualman has performed in over 55 countries and reached over 50 million people this past decade. He was voted the 2nd Most Likable Author in the World behind Harry Potter's J.K. Rowling.

Have Erik speak at your conference: [email protected]

Motivational Speaker | Erik Qualman has inspired audiences at FedEx, Chase, ADP, Huawei, Starbucks, Godiva, FBI, Google, and many more on Focus and Digital Leadership.

Learn more at https://equalman.com

Today, Erik sits down with Myles Sherman. Myles has been a force in the entrepreneurial realm since he began his first venture at twenty-three years old with five-thousand dollars and his truck. He started his journey with custom home building, then moved to land development and then began his own company M. Sherman & Associates Land Development LLC. After selling his real estate holdings between 2006 and May of 2008, Myles moved to a more entrepreneurial standpoint and began investing his earnings in start-ups, mature companies, banks, and real estate worldwide, while sitting on boards for most of the ventures he started or became a part of. Erik and Myles discuss the importance of integrating your work life with your personal life rather than attempting to separate the two, what it was like for Myles to raise three entrepreneurs, how that led to family breakfast and taking one-on-one vacations with each of his kids, he offers advice to young entrepreneurs on raising money and growing your business, and Myles shares life-altering advice given to him by his father that has served him greatly in both his personal and professional relationships.

Learn more about Myles:

https://www.fusefv.com

https://theastrid.com

5x #1 Bestselling Author and Motivational Speaker Erik Qualman has performed in over 55 countries and reached over 50 million people this past decade. He was voted the 2nd Most Likable Author in the World behind Harry Potter's J.K. Rowling.

Have Erik speak at your conference: [email protected]

Motivational Speaker | Erik Qualman has inspired audiences at FedEx, Chase, ADP, Huawei, Starbucks, Godiva, FBI, Google, and many more on Focus and Digital Leadership.

Learn more at https://equalman.com

Today we're reposting an episode of the Unlocking Moves Podcast where Erik sat down with host Kurt Wilkin to discuss Erik's journey to becoming the bestselling author and sought after motivational speaker that he is today. Erik tells the stories behind his famous green glasses, how he came up with the name Equalman, what led to Erik giving the commencement speech at Michigan State University this year, and he breaks down the term flawsome.

The Unlocking Moves show dives into the pivotal moments in an entrepreneur's journey that unlocked their true potential. Many business leaders only like to talk about their success stories - but Kurt Wilkin is a firm believer that we learn more from the stumbles and mistakes.

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5x #1 Bestselling Author and Motivational Speaker Erik Qualman has performed in over 55 countries and reached over 50 million people this past decade. He was voted the 2nd Most Likable Author in the World behind Harry Potter's J.K. Rowling.

Have Erik speak at your conference: [email protected]

Motivational Speaker | Erik Qualman has inspired audiences at FedEx, Chase, ADP, Huawei, Starbucks, Godiva, FBI, Google, and many more on Focus and Digital Leadership.

Learn more at https://equalman.com

Today, Equalman sits down with Heroic Productions’ VP of Client Brand Experience, Kitty Hart. Heroic Productions is an experiential marketing agency that creates momentous and immersive experiences for their clients. Hart has spent the past 25 years helping clients design and execute their brand experiences upon the stages that are most important to them and their audiences. In this episode, Equalman and Hart discuss the benefits of utilizing LinkedIn to it's full potential, Hart shares a crucial piece of advice given to her by Martha Stewart, new technologies that could potentially change live events forever, and she offers tips on how to better connect with your clients.

5x #1 Bestselling Author and Motivational Speaker Erik Qualman has performed in over 55 countries and reached over 50 million people this past decade. He was voted the 2nd Most Likable Author in the World behind Harry Potter's J.K. Rowling.

Have Erik speak at your conference: [email protected]

Motivational Speaker | Erik Qualman has inspired audiences at FedEx, Chase, ADP, Huawei, Starbucks, Godiva, FBI, Google, and many more on Focus and Digital Leadership.

Learn more at https://equalman.com

Today, we hear from legendary record producer Rick Rubin.Rubin is a co-founder of Def Jam Recordings, founder of American Recordings, and former co-president of Columbia Records. Rubin helped popularize hip hop by producing records for acts such as the Beastie Boys, Geto Boys, Run-DMC, Public Enemy, and LL Cool J. He has also produced hit records for acts from a variety of other genres, predominantly heavy metal (Metallica and Slayer), alternative rock (Red Hot Chili Peppers and the Strokes), hard rock (Audioslave and Aerosmith), nu-metal (Linkin Park and Rage Against the Machine), and country (Johnny Cash and the Chicks). In 2007, Rubin was called "the most important producer of the last 20 years" by MTV and was named on Time's list of the "100 Most Influential People in the World". His first book, The Creative Act: A Way of Being, was recently published in January 2023.

5x #1 Bestselling Author and Motivational Speaker Erik Qualman has performed in over 55 countries and reached over 50 million people this past decade. He was voted the 2nd Most Likable Author in the World behind Harry Potter's J.K. Rowling.

Have Erik speak at your conference: [email protected]

Motivational Speaker | Erik Qualman has inspired audiences at FedEx, Chase, ADP, Huawei, Starbucks, Godiva, FBI, Google, and many more on Focus and Digital Leadership.

Learn more at https://equalman.com

Buckle up! Today, Equalman sits down with Hollywood Legend Larry Kasanoff. Kasanoff makes movies (Platoon, Terminator 2, True Lies, Mortal Kombat), animated movies (Lego Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Out), and theme park rides (Marvel Superheroes 4D, The Amazing Adventures of Spiderman). In terms of innovation, he has worked on films and rides that include the first hit movie made from a video game, first movie to extensively use morphing, first 3D steadicam (moving camera) shot, first EDM (electronic dance music) platinum album, and many more. He has a BA from Cornell University and an MBA from The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. Learn more about Larry Kasanoff here: www.atouchofthemadness.com

In this episode, Erik and Larry discuss Larry's new book, A Touch of the Madness: How to Be More Innovative in Work and Life . . . by Being a Little Crazy. Larry shares his journey to becoming the legendary movie producer he is today, why he risked his job to green-light the movie Platoon, why you should sometimes listen less, three questions you should ask yourself to discover your passion, and much more.

Pre-order the book:

Amazon

Barnes & Noble

Books-A-Million

Bookshop.org

Indigo

5x #1 Bestselling Author and Motivational Speaker Erik Qualman has performed in over 55 countries and reached over 50 million people this past decade. He was voted the 2nd Most Likable Author in the World behind Harry Potter's J.K. Rowling.

Have Erik speak at your conference: [email protected]

Motivational Speaker | Erik Qualman has inspired audiences at FedEx, Chase, ADP, Huawei, Starbucks, Godiva, FBI, Google, and many more on Focus and Digital Leadership.

Learn more at https://equalman.com