Today’s guest is Lou Diamond, the founder and CEO of Thrive LOUD. Lou is passionate about helping businesses and performers thrive through all kinds of power of connecting. Lou shares with John Livesay how each person has their own world. So when you connect people, you’re bringing worlds together! Why is this important? In the world of sales and entrepreneurship, connection is at the heart of relationships. But not everyone clicks and connects with each other. How then do you increase the chances of connecting with your client? Join in to find out! 
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Thrive Loud With Lou Diamond

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It's always inspiring how individuals can find motivation and guidance through literature. Matt Karamazov, a fitness model, shares his perspective on reading books as a personal journey and its influence on his life. The books "How to Fail at Almost Everything and Still Win Big" and "Purple Cow" resonated with Matt, helping him develop a resilient mindset and approach life with a growth-oriented attitude in creating a unique identity for himself as a fitness model. He integrated his love for reading books and dedication to staying fit, and he developed a distinctive personal brand that sets him apart from others in the fitness industry. This combination of intellectual and physical pursuits can provide a compelling story and potentially open doors to new opportunities for him. His story serves as a reminder of the transformative impact that books can have on individuals and their ability to shape their paths. Tune in and see how Matt used the power of reading and his journey to design a fulfilling life. 
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The Power Of Reading Books: Read More And Move More With Matt Karamazov

Loneliness and isolation have become significant challenges for workers in recent years. Isolation contributes to the growing mental health problem affecting everyone. In this episode, we have a special guest, Steven Van Cohen, author of "Connectable," who will shed light on the alarming issue of loneliness among workers worldwide. He also shows how inclusion plays a role in solving today's loneliness. Steven also provides value in increasing belonging, engagement, and performance with employees. Tune in to this episode and be a connectable leader today! 
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Connectable With Steven Van Cohen

You will bring people around when you make them feel happy. Brad Montgomery, a motivational keynote speaker, dives into getting more of yourself and the people around you through Laugh-O-Nomics. Although humor is a tool to create a connection with others in your business, a simple smile, laugh, or being open is the easiest way to connect. It affects the business when we lose our human touch and enclose ourselves in the cage of sales techniques. Find value in your soft skills in this episode with Brad Montgomery now. 
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The People Side Of Performance With Brad Montgomery

Creating a successful business is more than just financial gain; it's about achieving a satisfying lifestyle by doing what you love and living life on your own terms. In this episode, we have Captain Jim Palmer, the Founder and Creator of the Dream Business Mastermind and Coaching Program. Jim shares his fascinating background and journey to becoming a successful entrepreneur and business coach. He shares his unique approach to creating dream businesses and how he has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs achieve their goals. He discusses his "big adventure" lifestyle, working only three days a week and spending the rest of his time renewing and doing what he loves. He also shares the challenges of living on a 50-foot boat during the pandemic, and how he and his wife overcame them. Jim shares his expertise in helping entrepreneurs get lucrative, high-ticket clients and his unique approach to handling objections. He also discusses the importance of empathy and understanding your audience when creating marketing materials. Tune in now and learn how to start creating your dream business. 
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Dream Business Mastermind With Jim Palmer

We deserve a life of enthusiasm and passion. However, because the human condition is so fragile, it is easy for everyone to find discouragement and lose focus. In this episode, Joshua Evans, the #1 best-selling author of Enthusiastic You!, shares his thoughts on how you can provide meaning in what you do and succeed in your life. Bringing it to your organizational culture, he talks about how the team becomes passionate when your purpose is connected and identified. Joshua also dives into combating workplace traps and avoiding spreading toxicity, emphasizing that complacency leads to mediocrity, obscurity, and nothing. Tune in to this conversation to rediscover and reclaim your purpose! 
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Thrive Loud With Lou Diamond

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