In this episode of The Rainmaking Podcast, host Scott Love interviews Lou Diamond, a master connector, podcast host, and author of Speakeasy: Connect with Every Conversation. Lou shares his insights on creating meaningful connections through authentic conversations that prioritize curiosity, empathy, and generosity. By focusing on how to "speak easy," he offers practical advice for fostering impactful dialogue that leads to deeper relationships and business growth.

Key topics include overcoming selfishness in communication, shifting from talking and telling to asking and listening, and embracing curiosity as the foundation of great conversations. Lou introduces actionable frameworks, such as the VOICE model (Visualize, Opportunity, Identity, Charisma, Energy) and B5G (Be Brief, Be Bright, Be Gone), to help professionals elevate their interactions. Whether you're leading a team, engaging clients, or seeking personal growth, this episode provides valuable tools to transform how you connect with others.

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Lou Diamond is a dynamic speaker and master connector who will energize and motivate your organization to explode your sales, retain your clients and build a thriving culture.

He has consulted and mentored top performers at hundreds of companies the world over. Lou inspires audiences to feel they can conquer the world.... and make tons of great new connections doing it.

Lou has over 25 years of experience in sales, relationship management, business development, and executive mentoring.

He is an international keynote speaker, consultant, leadership & performance mentor, best-selling author, podcast & TV host, and CEO of Thrive, a company focused on making the most amazing people, businesses, and brands become even more amazing through the power of connecting.

Thrive pushes today's true disruptors to tap their ability to connect in ways that inspire them toward unprecedented levels of success. Through consulting and strategic workshops, Lou and his team at Thrive will propel you and your team to new heights -- Turning top producers into amazing leaders by escalating their own success and helping them inspire others to succeed, too.

This show is sponsored by Leopard Solutions Legal Intelligence Suite of products, Firmscape, and Leopard BI. Push ahead of the pack with the power of Leopard. For a free demo, visit this link:

https://www.leopardsolutions.com/index.php/request-a-demo/

Links:

www.thriveloud.com

www.speakeasybook.com

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thrive-loud-with-lou-diamond/id1232947138

https://www.linkedin.com/in/thriveloud/

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