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In this episode, we are joined by Joel Fortner, President of Chris LoCurto: Business Coaching, public speaker, and a devoted husband and father of four.  Joel's journey to leadership began with personal growth and inspiration from motivational speaker Joe Martin. He highlights the key role of communication in uniting teams and nurturing a shared vision and mission.

Joel emphasizes the importance of prioritizing people over tasks, stressing that true leadership involves guiding individuals toward success rather than simply managing them. He also delves into the significance of the human touch and customer service focus, reminding us that certain aspects cannot be replaced by automation.

Listen in as Joel provides practical advice on influencing challenging leaders, building relationships, and understanding different communication styles using the DISC framework. Establishing a clear vision and mission is crucial for decision-making and alignment. Joel's ultimate message encourages leaders to pursue selflessness and a connection with God, paving the way to becoming exceptional leaders and individuals. Don't miss this episode packed with valuable insights for personal and professional growth.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS
[00:42] Joel's background and personal info
[02:02] Journey to becoming the president of Chris LoCurto: Business Coaching
[04:41] The crucial role of effective communication in leadership
[08:13] Navigating communication in a structured manner
[10:53] Key aspects of communication for successful leaders
[13:56] Embracing automation within the context of your mission
[20:43] Dealing with a self-focused manager or leader
[24:51] Influencing a bad leader as a good leader
[30:22] The impact of a clear mission on making quality decisions
[33:24] Determining the right time to establish your mission
[41:24] Joel's message for the rest of his life
[43:23] How to connect with Joel

NOTABLE QUOTES
"Becoming a master at communication is key to leadership." – Joel

"The more people-focused you are as a leader and the less task-focus you are, that's the beginning place." – Joel

"Read books about leading up. Try to build relationship, try to build rapport with that manager that you don't like." – Joel

"If you know what their personality is, that way you can engage with them in their way. Communicate with their language." – Philip

"Blaming this external party (core principle)...makes your job as a leader and the way you communicate easier." – Philip

RESOURCES
Joel
Website: https://chrislocurto.com/ 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joel.fortner/ 
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JoelFortner 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joelfortner/ 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joel-fortner-0aa67a14  

Philip
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamphilipsessions/?hl=en
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@philipsessions
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-sessions-b2986563/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealphilipsessions

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This is the second of a 5 part series on how to structure a speech for speaking on stage

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In this episode, Arel shares his journey as a professional speaker and the importance of finding joy in one's work. Starting with his interest in college, Arel ran his own business before becoming a full-time speaker. With 17 years of experience, he emphasizes leveraging personal strengths and delivering revenue-generating tasks. Listeners will be inspired by his TEDx talk and his role as the host of the Disney Plus show "Family Reboot."

Arel and Philip discuss the significance of feedback for growth and improvement. Arel shares his Kobe Bryant story, highlighting the value of consistent feedback from the best in the industry. They explore the challenges of TV show appearances and provide practical ways to gather feedback, such as using Talkadot and gauging audience engagement. The episode emphasizes the power of effort and the importance of expanding upon answers to connect with the audience.

Concluding the episode, Arel leaves listeners with a powerful message on the transformative power of effort and feedback. He highlights the importance of actively seeking feedback, building surveys, and asking specific questions to drive personal and professional growth. Arel's insights, engaging storytelling, and valuable experiences make this episode a must-listen for anyone looking to enhance their speaking skills and connect deeply with their audience. Don't miss out on the inspiration and practical advice shared in this episode—tune in and unlock your full speaking potential!

KEY HIGHLIGHTS
[00:35] Arel shares hilarious dad jokes
[02:01] Arel's background and personal info
[03:31] Perpetual leverage of public speaking skills
[06:05] How Arel got on Disney+
[11:50] Power of feedback for personal improvement
[17:01] Talkadot: Platform for testimonials and feedback
[20:47] Building effective surveys for measuring improvement
[23:30] Obtaining valuable input and engaging the audience
[32:13] How to ask people for feedback
[37:25] Arel's message for the rest of his life
[39:50] How to connect with Arel

NOTABLE QUOTES
"The great thing about when you have public speaking skills...and by helping people get better with the skill of speaking, it becomes something you can leverage literally in perpetuity and in so many different places." – Arel
"Even if you're not getting millions of views, opportunities still are possible." – Arel
"If you think you have a great message, you can impact somebody. You never know what you putting your message out there—putting a video of yourself out—will do." – Philip
"The only way to get better at anything is through consistent feedback." – Arel
"They look at these little things and think that's what's gonna make them a great speaker. No! Your message is what makes you a great speaker." – Philip
"What gets measured, gets improved." – Arel
"The more specificity you give in your question-asking to what you're trying to improve on, the better" – Arel
"There are so many meetings that could just be an email. Talk about time and money waster right there." – Philip
"Effort is everything." – Arel

RESOURCES
Arel Moodie
Give Arel feedback: https://talk.ac/moodie?code=SESSIONS
Website:  https://www.talkadot.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arelmoodie/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/arelmoodie
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arelmoodie
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arelmoodie

Philip
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamphilipsessions/?hl=en
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@philipsessions
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-sessions-b2986563/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealphilipsessions

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Have you ever wondered how much of our communication is actually spoken? In this captivating episode, Jacob Jones and Philip explore the power of non-verbal communication. Jacob's upbringing in a chaotic environment and his eye-opening sales training experience set the stage for understanding the impact of body language and human psychology.
 
Jacob and Philip discuss delegation and time management for business owners. They explore the importance of revenue-generating tasks, leveraging personal strengths, finding joy in work, and delegating non-revenue activities. They offer actionable advice on building teams, training entry-level employees, and nurturing future leaders. Jacob ends the episode with an inspiring message about empowering people to achieve greatness by recognizing their potential and meeting them where they are.
 
Join Philip and Jacob in this insightful episode as they uncover the secrets of effective communication, delegation, and leadership. Learn how to read between the lines, harness non-verbal cues, and tailor your approach to connect with others. Discover strategies for delegating tasks, focusing on revenue-generating activities, and cultivating a thriving team. Don't miss Jacob's inspiring message about meeting people where they are and helping them unleash their true potential. Tune in to this episode for valuable insights that will transform your communication skills and propel your business forward. Listen now and unlock the keys to success!

KEY HIGHLIGHTS 
[00:57] Jacobs' background and personal info
[02:39] Eye-opening sales training experience
[06:50] The power of non-verbal communication and body language
[11:39] Impact of body language and human psychology
[16:46] Challenges faced by business owners in delegation and time management
[19:42] Identifying revenue-generating tasks aligned with personal strengths
[23:38] Finding joy in one's work and offloading non-revenue activities
[25:17] Practical insights on team-building and training entry-level hires
[31:15] Cultivating leaders within the organization
[33:12] Jacob's message for the rest of his life
[35:19] How to connect with Benny

NOTABLE QUOTES
“If you just listen well enough and ask good questions, that prospect will tell you exactly how they buy. They will tell you their buying style, listening to your communication style so that you can understand and you can tailor that.” – Jacob
“It is very interesting how human psychology works on the mind and the body. It is very cohesive because we are made from God. It is always fascinating to continue to learn.” – Philip
“Does it create revenue or does it cause revenue? If it creates revenue, I'm involved…But if it's not something that revenue-producing, I don't spend my time on it.” – Jacob
“There are so many things that we can just do and get distracted with, and feel like we've done so much and they do need to get done, but they're not the things that can move forward.” – Philip
“I only hire people with zero experience. That sounds crazy to a lot of people because they want to find anybody that has the experience.” – Jacob
"Meet people, write where they’re at in life. Love one enough, not to leave them from there." – Jacob

RESOURCES
Jacob Jones
Website:  https://greenlighttheory.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088364497213 
Twitter: https://twitter.com/greenlighttheory
Instagram: https://instagram.com/greenlighttheory
LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/greenlighttheory

Philip
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamphilipsessions/?hl=en
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@philipsessions
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-sessions-b2986563/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealphilipsessions

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We finally reached episode 100!!!

This is an exciting time in any podcasters history and I'm glad you're here to celebrate with me!!

In today's episode I decided to cover why I start coaching on public speaking and communication skills!

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Looking to gain inspiration and insights about success from real-life stories? Tune in to our latest episode featuring Benny Fisher, founder of Fisher Marketing LLC and The Big Fish Contractor Company. In this episode, Benny shares his journey of overcoming obstacles and building a thriving business.

Benny's story is both inspiring and relatable, as he talks about working in car sales, struggling with addiction, and ultimately finding his way to entrepreneurship. Along the way, he learned valuable lessons about hiring and managing people, creating a positive customer experience, and investing in sales training. Benny also shares tips on how to visualize your goals and create a plan to achieve them, as well as advice on how to improve communication and resolve conflicts within your team.

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a business owner, or simply looking for some motivation to overcome your own challenges, this episode is a must-listen. So grab a cup of coffee and tune in to learn from Benny's incredible journey of perseverance, growth, and success.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS
[01:23] Benny's background and personal info
[04:15] The story behind The Big Fish Contractor Company
[05:45] From working in the business to working on the business
[08:25] The importance of being a visionary with a process
[10:30] The power of the past, present, and future
[16:15] Benny's process of visualizing success
[18:45] How to get people to buy into your vision
[23:27] The value of sharing knowledge with and helping others
[24:48] Improving communication with emotional intelligence and leadership training
[30:15] Allowing people to grow by testing the business
[34:30] Benny's message for the rest of his life
[35:25] How to connect with Benny

NOTABLE QUOTES
"I really wanted to sell like the way that we sell nowadays with a little bit more empathy and with a little more problem-solving." – Benny
"Dreams without actions are just hallucinations." – Benny
"I'm gonna be that person by starting being that person now, instead of the future." – Philip
"Because you're doing more than just delegation, you're leading the team and everything, you're able to make more things happen, you're actually getting paid more." – Philip
"I'm not a true leader until I've created a leader who's created a leader." – Benny
"Lead and get other people and let them fail, and help build them back up as they do fail. And let them know that it's okay." – Philip
"Forgive people. Love people. That's the key to letting go of the past. In that way, you have a clear mind in the present so can create a compelling vision for the future. And act like that future self back in the present." – Benny

RESOURCES
Books
Rocket Fuel: The One Essential Combination That Will Get You More of What You Want from Your Business by Gino Wickman and Mark Winters: Rocket Fuel: The One Essential Combination That Will Get You More of What You Want from Your Business
The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable by Patrick Lencioni: The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable
Be Your Future Self Now: The Science of Intentional Transformation by Dr. Benjamin Hardy: Be Your Future Self Now: The Science of Intentional Transformation

Benny Fisher
Website: https://bennyfisher.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fisherbenny
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigfish.benny/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fisherbenny/
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bennyfisher1

Philip
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamphilipsessions/?hl=en
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@philipsessions
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-sessions-b2986563/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealphilipsessions

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Join us in exploring the inspiring journey of Kyle Slaymaker, an entrepreneur, and speaker, as he shares valuable insights on authenticity and vulnerability. Learn about his background, including his service in the Navy, and how he founded Slaymaker Method, a company focused on ethical selling strategies.

Kyle reveals how he conquered public speaking fears, embraced authenticity on social media, and built a local brand for his ethical business. He shares his catalyst for vulnerability, stressing the power of honesty in building community connections, and reflects on entrepreneurship's highs and lows.

Don't miss Kyle Slaymaker's inspiring story on how he changed his perspective on sales and life. Learn his guidelines on pricing, which prioritizes helping people rather than just making money. Kyle also shares valuable advice on being true to yourself, accepting your faults, and celebrating your strengths. Tune in for an authentic and insightful conversation.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS
[01:04] Kyle's background and personal info
[01:40] The Slaymaker Method: ethical sales approach in businesses
[02:20] Overcoming fear of public speaking by realizing his purpose
[08:34] Building a local brand and network for community impact
[11:50] Vulnerability on social media for human connection
[18:52] Catalyst to openness and vulnerability
[20:45] Honesty in entrepreneurship and being true to oneself
[25:18] Going above and beyond for a widow while selling a car
[34:12] Strict pricing guidelines to help people
[40:49] Kyle's one message to share for the rest of his life
[44:05] How to connect with Kyle

NOTABLE QUOTES

• “If something scares me and something’s really big, I just automatically go for it.” – Kyle
• “There is no true failure. You either win or you learn.” – Kyle
• “I’ll take 5,000 haters on one post if I get one comment or one message that says, ‘Hey, thank you for posting that. I need that.’” – Kyle
• “That’s why I’m an open book. Because I wanna impact people. Because if one person is impacted by my struggle, then I’m fine talking about it.” – Kyle
• “Entrepreneurs are some of the most popular, lonely people you’ll meet.” – Kyle
• “Being honest, especially in social media… that is how we connect. Because that what makes you humans.” – Philip
• “No matter what’s their purchasing, it doesn’t matter. Everybody’s buying for an emotional need, an emotional connection.” – Kyle
• “Don’t let one bad situation make you think differently of somebody, or even yourself.” – Philip
• "Accept your faults and celebrate your strengths." – Kyle

RESOURCES

Kyle Slaymaker
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slaymakermethod
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theslaymakermethod
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kyle.slaymaker.54
Website: https://www.theslaymakermethod.com
Call/Text: (717) 823-9029

Philip Sessions

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamphilipsessions/?hl=en
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@philipsessions
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-sessions-b2986563/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealphilipsessions

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