The Results Show, With Dr David Shephard

The Prestige | Influencing Magically Ep9 – The Art of Expectation Management - Results Show S02E09


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In the final episode of Influencing Magically, David and Pete reveal the elusive, powerful force that amplifies everything elseThe Prestige. Borrowed from the world of stage magic and explored in the movie of the same name, The Prestige is about expectation management—creating a moment before anything has happened where your audience already believes: "This is going to work." Learn how to build this magnetic energy into everything you do, from therapy to coaching to presenting.


00:00 - 01:26 – What Is The Prestige?

Why it's not just a prestige, but THE Prestige—and how it creates anticipation and belief before you even begin.

01:27 - 05:21 – Magic, Hypnosis, and Belief

How magicians, hypnotists, and stage performers use The Prestige—and why it's essential in influence-based professions.

05:22 - 09:44 – Expectation Engineering in Therapy and Training

Practical stories from NLP training and private therapy: creating belief before the first word is spoken.

09:45 - 13:33 – Virtual Prestige: Creating Presence Online

How to build The Prestige remotely—covering sound, lighting, background, and more.

13:34 - 18:32 – It's Not What You Do, It's How You Do It

From camera setup to sensory ambience, everything counts. Restaurants, offices, therapy rooms, and speaker stages—prestige is built by design.

18:33 - 21:30 – Final Thoughts & Your Challenge

How will you create The Prestige in your work? Leave a comment—and carry the magic forward.


Influence isn't just about techniques—it’s about energy. When people believe something amazing is about to happen, they make it happen. This episode helps you understand and master the invisible amplifier behind all successful communication. Whether you're coaching, teaching, selling, or healing, The Prestige is the key to starting strong—and finishing with impact.


Keywords: The Prestige, expectation management, NLP influence, stage presence, influence energy, persuasion psychology, creating belief, professional charisma

Hashtags: #InfluencingMagically #ThePrestige #ExpectationManagement #NLP #Persuasion #PresentationSkills #TheResultShow #Influence

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The Results Show, With Dr David ShephardBy David Shephard