Episode 50! The final episode of Season 1. After a year together, we made it to the end of this season!

What do you need to do to create success? What story are you telling?

Before we get cracking on Season 2, let me share to you the highlights of this Season 1.

• [03:00] Before we reminisce about the highlights of Season 1, let me share a shortlist of who you can expect in Season 2!
• [03:36] I share my favorite part about Episode 1 where our guest, Pegine, came out singing her song.
• [04:12] From the clearly energetic and extroverted Pegine, I talked about a couple of reasons why introverts make great speakers in Episode 10.
• [05:49] Jamie Swindell's interview on Contract Training was so great, we had to split it into two parts! Check out the full episodes in Episodes 28 and 29!
• [08:05] When all you have is a dream and $40 in your pocket, can you live the American dream? Our guest in Episode 24, World Championships of Public Speaking Champion Mark Brown, shares how he made success happen.
• [11:40] What is the essence of every story that I shared in Season 1 which is echoed in Angela Duckworth's book?
• [12:32] While we are sad at Kobe's passing, what inspiration can we take away from his life and success?
• [13:26] What does EPISODE 50 of The RK3 Show represent?

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RESOURCES

1. Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth;
2. Speak Write Now Community;
3. podcast(at)robertkennedy3.com - send your questions and comments;
4. Voice message - hear your voice on-air!
5. Guide on how to leave a review for The RK3 Show;
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We have another episode focused on Marketing and Branding - but this time, we focus on the power of storytelling to effectively market yourself and your business.

Our guest this week believes in "Marketing that Matters". Helping entrepreneurs use marketing to build their business is her passion. She refers to herself as a Marketing Maven and she believes "nothing is more satisfying than helping them frame their story, connect with customers and grow their business."

Aurora Gregory has a story to share, let's listen to it!

What's In Store For You

• [03:10] How are stories essential to Aurora Gregory's business as a Marketing Maven?
• [04:02] Aurora shares how some brands get their stories wrong.
• [05:29] Is there a difference between story marketing and regular marketing?
• [07:30] What is the first thing one has to do to be customer-centric?
• [08:44] What is one of the fastest ways for entrepreneurs to grow their business?
• [09:40] How does Aurora's marketing team differ from a sales team?
• [11:50] Why is speaking on a stage so powerful for entrepreneurs?
• [14:23] What are some of the opportunities that speakers, entrepreneurs, small business owners are missing with regard to speaking?
• [16:53] Based on Aurora's recent book, Creating a Narrative is critical to creating effective pitches/proposals. What are five (5) things that a speaker can do to connect and create meaning for your audience?

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RESOURCES

1. 5 Simple Strategies to Get Paid For Public Speaking webinar by Robert Kennedy III (with an additional freebie to be shared during the webinar!);
2. Trailblazers.fm hosted by Stephen A. Hart;
3. Aurora Gregory's website;
4. Get Picked: Tips, Tricks and Tools for Creating Irresistible Speaker Proposals by Aurora Gregory;
5. Jab, Jab, Jab, Right Hook: How to Tell Your Story in a Noisy Social World by Gary Vaynerchuk;
6. Speak Write Now Community;
7. podcast(at)robertkennedy3.com - send your questions and comments;
8. Voice message - hear your voice on-air!
9. Guide on how to leave a review for The RK3 Show;
10. The RK3 Show Patreon page (Help us keep this show going and get perks. Be a patron of this show!)

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What happens when you go from being a millionaire to being flat broke? What happens when you end up owing hundreds of thousands of dollars? What do you do then? Would you wallow in grief and give up? Or will you fight and bounce back? Our inspiring guest this week chose the latter and succeeded in reinventing his brand.

Reinventing himself as a marketer, podcaster, and brand alignment strategist, he helps busy, heart-centered entrepreneurs, professionals, and leaders build amazing personal brands so they can grow their career or business save time - not having figure out on their own and finally deliver their message to the world with confidence.

Stephen A. Hart has an inspiring story to share, let's listen to it!

What's In Store For You

• [03:47] How did Stephen A. Hart make his first million… and lose it?
• [06:15] Stephen shares how he and his wife suddenly went from newly wedded bliss to financial crisis mode.
• [09:00] How did Stephen and his wife successfully navigate this difficult situation together?
• [11:24] What steps did he take to rebuild the business?
• [12:20] How did Stephen know what path to choose when he reinvented himself?
• [14:24] How would a person move forward if they know they need to reinvent but they do not have a market?
• [16:20] Stephen's tip for entrepreneurs and having their Big Hairy Audacious Goal (BHAG)?
• [16:56] If one finds oneself in the middle of their transition and realized it is the wrong track, how does one handle that?
• [18:45] Stephen shares what a "brand" truly is especially for a speaker, coach, consultant, entrepreneur?
• [19:58] How does one set out to be intentional in effectively branding themselves?
• [20:52] What are the important things that someone should be looking at as it relates to their brand?
• [24:22] What are some of the tools or platforms that we should be considering to build our brand now.

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RESOURCES

1. 5 Simple Strategies to Get Paid For Public Speaking webinar by Robert Kennedy III (with an additional freebie to be shared during the webinar!);
2. Trailblazers.fm hosted by Stephen A. Hart;
3. Stephen A. Hart's website;
4. Brand You Academy;
5. Canva (recommended tool);
6. eClincher (recommended Social Media Management tool);
7. Speak Write Now Community;
8. podcast(at)robertkennedy3.com - send your questions and comments;
9. Voice message - hear your voice on-air!
10. Guide on how to leave a review for The RK3 Show;
11. The RK3 Show Patreon page (Help us keep this show going and get perks. Be a patron of this show!)

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"We can all live an exceptional life but we have to choose it."

Our guest today is a speaker, author, and certified coach. Overcoming difficult circumstances as a child and as a teen, she defied the odds and after leaving Corporate America, she built gyms.

Since then she's written four books and was once in Oprah as an EXCEPTIONAL teen. Nowadays, her talks leave audiences inspired, motivated, and raring to go because she challenges them to be the exception.

Annie Meehan has a story to share, let's listen to it!

What's In Store For You

• [02:42] Annie shares why she guested on Oprah and why initially, it was not the best of experiences - but how it became EXCEPTIONAL afterward.
• [04:55] "The Pineapple Principle" - what is it and what can a silly pineapple poem teach us about how to live our lives and be better leaders?
• [06:22] What comes out of our mouth impacts the world - the Pineapple Lady shares how she lives with positivity
• [07:25] "If you don't contribute to online conversations and you're silent, you're complicit." How can one navigate those types of conversations without succumbing to negativity?
• [09:27] How did "Be The Exception" book come about and what led Annie to lock onto that phrase?
• [12:02] If you have multiple tracks to speak about, how would you still be able to create a niche and make a mark?
• [13:26] What advice do you have for people looking to really get in and make their mark with regards to branding?
• [15:10] How can Annie help us make a choice towards being unique?
• [16:27] What does it mean to be intentional, live by choice, and how can it empower us?

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RESOURCES

1. 5 Simple Strategies to Get Paid For Public Speaking webinar by Robert Kennedy III (with an additional freebie to be shared during the webinar!);
2. The Pineapple Principle by Annie Meehan;
3. Be the Exception: Your 7 Steps to Transformation by Annie Meehan;
4. Annie Meehan's website;
5. Annie Meehan's YouTube channel;
6. Speak Write Now Community;
7. podcast(at)robertkennedy3.com - send your questions and comments;
8. Voice message - hear your voice on-air!
9. Guide on how to leave a review for The RK3 Show;
10. The RK3 Show Patreon page (Help us keep this show going and get perks. Be a patron of this show!)

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When do you know if it's time for a big change to take place? When should change happen and from where should it start? Our guest this week is a 25-year entrepreneur, speaker, and globally-recognized growth strategist. Her lifetime legacy mission is to educate, equip, and empower 100 million entrepreneurs and leaders with the skillset and mindset they need to reach their full potential.

Marissa Levin has a story to share, let's listen to it!

What's In Store For You

• [04:27] Marissa shares the merge between two awesome companies - Successful Culture and People Tactics - and how trust is critical in a merger.
• [06:58] How would one know if and when you need to merge with another business or another partner?
• [08:13] A well-oiled business that can function and generate wealth without the entrepreneur - how important is this?
• [09:27] What are the top things that business owners should be looking for if they are considering a partnership.
• [12:02] Marissa provides a couple of tips that are essential to help communication work between business partners.
• [13:17] "People don't get out of alignment on purpose". How then can one get back on track if misalignment occurs?
• [15:43] What are some of the challenges that Marissa has seen with leaders in organizations regarding communication?
• [18:45] What makes it challenging for communication to continue being effective as organizations grow?
• [21:29] From a public speaking communication/presentation standpoint, what can leaders do to enhance their credibility and listenership?

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RESOURCES

1. Karma Chameleon by Culture Club;
2. 5 Simple Strategies to Get Paid For Public Speaking webinar by Robert Kennedy III (with an additional freebie to be shared during the webinar!);
3. “My Company ROCKS!” Eight Secrets to a Growth-Driven Culture That Keeps Employees Happy & Engaged by Marissa Levin;
4. You@Work: Unlocking Human Potential in the Workplace (The @Work Series) - chapter written by Marissa Levin;
5. The 6 Most Important Times Your Employees Are Watching You by Marissa Levin;
6. Successful Culture International website;
7. Successful Culture International Facebook page;
8. Successful Culture International LinkedIn page;
9. Speak Write Now Community;
10. podcast(at)robertkennedy3.com - send your questions and comments;
11. Voice message - hear your voice on-air!
12. Guide on how to leave a review for The RK3 Show;
13. The RK3 Show Patreon page (Help us keep this show going and get perks. Be a patron of this show!)

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Do you feel like your life is one long series of disappointments? Like nothing ever changes or nothing ever works out in your favor? That the light moments are far and few in between but the majority are tough mountains to climb?

Today's show is about the moments we miss that make a difference - crossover moments!

I have a story to share, let's listen to it!

What's In Store For You

• [05:11] What does the movie "Baby Geniuses" and crossover moments have in common?
• [05:35] I share a major make-it-or-break-it moment in my business life.
• [07:28] What is my definition of a Crossover Moment?
• [08:35] Navigating Crossover Moments Tip #1: Recognize that everyone has these moments.
• [09:56] Tip #2: Recognize that your speed of exit from this moment won't be the same as anyone else's.
• [10:46] Remember: Your moment can become a template for someone else.
• [14:05] Tip #3: Celebrate the Crossovers!

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RESOURCES

1. The Artist's Journey: The Wake of the Hero's Journey and the Lifelong Pursuit of Meaning by Steven Pressfield;
2. Baby Geniuses movie;
3. Speak Write Now Community;
4. podcast(at)robertkennedy3.com - send your questions and comments;
5. Voice message - hear your voice on-air!
6. The RK3 Show Patreon page (Help us keep this show going and get perks. Be a patron of this show!)

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When you fail or keep hitting roadblocks, what do you do? How many times are you supposed to get back up again and keep going? What's the number?

Our guest, Richard Citrin, has a background in Psychology and has an alphabet soup of letters associated with his name - Ph.D., MBA, L-M-N-O-P. He's got it all, he's ready to share what he knows on leadership on resilience; on just being tough as nails and how you can make it to success.

What's In Store For You

• [05:27] How does stress affect us and why is it important to manage it?
• [06:30] Richard shares what motivated him to write The Resilience Advantage.
• [07:38] Why does Richard frame stress as "neutral" when most individuals view it negatively?
• [08:33] How does our defense mechanism, borne from our ancestors, affect us and our stress negatively?
• [10:55] Richard discloses how "navigation" helps alleviate negative stress from an unexpected incident.
• [11:35] "Mindfulness" is an important positive psychology process that helps people bring their stress from negative to neutral.
• [14:29] What can Richard advice to people who are so "busy" that they can't find time to prepare?
• [16:52] What is the next generation of leaders looking for?
• [18:50] As an emerging or aspiring leader, what can I do to prepare myself for that role?

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RESOURCES

1. Richard Citrin's website;
2. The Resilience Advantage: Stop Managing Stress and Find Your Resilience by Richard Citrin, Ph.D. and Alan Weiss, Ph.D.;
3. Strategy-Driven Leadership: The Playbook for Developing Your Next Generation of Leaders by Richard Citrin, Ph.D. and Michael A. Couch;
4. Your 2020 Roadmap workshop by Robert Kennedy III;
5. 5 Simple Strategies to Get Paid For Public Speaking webinar by Robert Kennedy III (with an additional freebie to be shared during the webinar!);
6. Speak Write Now Community;
7. podcast(at)robertkennedy3.com - send your questions and comments;
8. Voice message - hear your voice on-air!
9. The RK3 Show Patreon page (Help us keep this show going and get perks. Be a patron of this show!)

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What do you do when you feel stuck, going nowhere, on the verge of extinction? That’s easy: Reinvent Your Life!

Our guest this week reinvented his life and garnered such amazing results. He was called “The Number 1 Sales Executive In The World” and had a 14-year career as an award-winning sales executive. He spent more than nine years at Wyndham Vacation Ownership, witnessing the historic restructure of Wyndham Worldwide from March 2009 to 2012. In 2013, Dixon won both the Gold Stevie Award and American Resort Development Association Award (ARDA) for Top In-House Salesperson, making him one of the most accomplished salespeople alive today. He is the only person to win both international awards in the same year. It was at this point in life, when he realized he needed to change, decided to make a shift and transform his life for the better.

Kinja Dixon has a story, let’s tell it!

What’s In Store For You

• [05:10] Kinja speaks with groups covering multiple generations; he shares the preferred generation to work with.
• [06:46] What does Kinja appreciate the most about the human connection?
• [08:32] He shares how his “moment of truth” came about; the moment he recognized that he needed to make a shift.
• [12:04] How can one reinvent oneself without the resources that were available to Kinja?
• [13:59] What are the 4 Pillars of Re-creationism?
• [16:16] Kinja shares about a few important pointers from his book, “Universal Talk Laws“.
• [20:12] What are a couple of key things Kinja would recommend a new speaker or leader do to upgrade their influence potential?
• [22:55] Good health and hunger for wisdom – how do these two items work to develop a great leader?
• [24:27] Kinja shares what valuable information you can gain from his new book, “Re-creationism: The Art of Shaping Reality“.

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RESOURCES

1. Kinja Dixon‘s website;
2. Dixon on Demand for your personal and professional development;
3. Universal Talk Laws by Kinja Dixon;
4. Re-Creationism: The Art of Shaping Reality by Kinja Dixon;
5. The SELF Journal – Planner 2019-2020 – Monthly, Weekly, Daily Planner – Increase Productivity and Happiness by BestSelf Co.
6. Your 2020 Roadmap workshop by Robert Kennedy III;
7. 5 Simple Strategies to Get Paid For Public Speaking webinar by Robert Kennedy III (with an additional freebie to be shared during the webinar!);
8. Speak Write Now Community;
9. podcast(at)robertkennedy3.com – send your questions and comments;
10. Voice message – hear your voice on-air!
11. The RK3 Show Patreon page (Help us keep this show going and get perks. Be a patron of this show!)

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"If you want healthy, vibrant relationships where trust is built and fostered, I believe you've got to start with the person first and then you begin to enter into the profession." - Robb Holman

My guest this week is as fired up about life as I am! He is an internationally-recognized leadership expert, executive coach, keynote speaker, podcast co-host, and bestselling author. Robb has a heart for authentic relationships and a talent for equipping professionals with the skills and knowledge needed for true success.

Robb Holman has a story, let's tell it!

What's In Store For You

• [04:37] "When there's energy, there's life." Robb shares why our listeners are in for a treat in this episode.
• [05:19] Where is Robb currently in on his leadership journey? Why is leadership important for him?
• [06:15] Why is stewardship important in leadership?
• [07:58] What is an authentic relationship versus one that is not?
• [11:03] Robb answers how a leader can navigate authentic relationships in a "professional environment".
• [11:58] He shares an example on what he does when he first speaks with someone to establish an authentic relationship.
• [12:42] How did introspection and Robb's experience with "Lead The Way" bring out the idea for his new project, "All In"?
• [14:00] "Nearly 80% of leaders disengage from their work, day in and day out." - How do you engage people if you, as a leader, are not engaged?
• [16:00] Is Robb's energy when talking and engaging with people intentional or natural?
• [17:09] "Double Dare" - what is the significance of this 80's show to Robb's road to leadership?
• [20:12] I share what this episode reminds me of regarding "passion" and the people you should surround yourself with.

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RESOURCES

1. Robb Holman's website;
2. Lead the Way: Inside Out Leadership™ Principles for Business Owners & Leaders by Robb Holman;
3. All In: How Impactful Teams Build Trust from the Inside Out by Robb Holman;
4. Inside Out Leadership website;
5. 5 Simple Strategies to Get Paid For Public Speaking webinar by Robert Kennedy III (with an additional freebie to be shared during the webinar!);
6. Speak Write Now Community;
7. podcast(at)robertkennedy3.com - send your questions and comments;
8. Voice message - hear your voice on-air!
9. The RK3 Show Patreon page (Help us keep this show going and get perks. Be a patron of this show!)

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We have a Renaissance Man this episode! He's a rapper, a singer, a marketer, a fitness guru, a youth empowerment speaker, and a kind-of-psychedelic-genius - all wrapped into one package.

Rob Howze has an amazing story, let's listen to it!

What's In Store For You

• [04:39] Rob starts the podcast by stating his intention as to why he puts out great energy into his videos/presentations.
• [05:00] Rob shares the motivation behind his two businesses focusing on wellness - Camp Fit (kids) and Fit World Wide (adults).
• [06:23] What role does genetics and epigenetics play in Rob's path towards entrepreneurship instead of working a regular job?
• [07:51] Why does Rob consider including his family in his LinkedIn/Business Videos important?
• [09:31] How does he get his family to take part in his idea?
• [10:55] We learn more about Rob's public speaking past and how it drives his career now.
• [12:26] What are some positive results that Rob has been seeing from his LinkedIn activity?
• [15:21] Rob shares his thoughts on naysayers nixing LinkedIn becoming Facebook with more social posts.
• [16:43] If you are a speaker who wants to build influence in, what are two essential things that I should be doing on LinkedIn today?
• [18:01] How does a speaker get closer to getting a cohesive message across to his audience?
• [19:31] How can I produce good video content without having creative talent innately?
• [21:06] What is Napoleon Hill's "Definite Chief Aim" and why is it important advice that Rob believes every speaker/business owner should know?

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RESOURCES

1. Rob Howze's website;
2. Men Impact Change 5th Anniversary and Honor Ceremony - this year, I host this event which celebrates how men are making a positive difference to the community; join us!
3. 5 Simple Strategies to Get Paid For Public Speaking webinar by Robert Kennedy III (with an additional freebie to be shared during the webinar!);
4. Fiverr - produce quality video content through freelancers;
5. Think and Grow Rich (Official Publication of the Napoleon Hill Foundation) by Napoleon Hill;
6. Speak Write Now Community;
7. podcast(at)robertkennedy3.com - send your questions and comments;
8. Voice message - hear your voice on-air!
9. The RK3 Show Patreon page (Help us keep this show going and get perks. Be a patron of this show!)

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