Unfiltered Sessions

We are excited to have Scott Fichter in our show today. Scott is the head of the No Slack Just Hustle brand, an Entrepreneur, a #1 Best Selling Author, a Motivational Speaker, a Certified Life Coach, and a Consultant. 

He became a best-selling author with his first published book, 'The Weekly Game Plan.’ His goal is to help you develop your game plan to achieve your ultimate success through his coaching sessions, speaking events, books, programs, and online courses!

Scott Fichter helps entrepreneurs, businesses, and sports programs create a game plan for their personal life, business, or team by developing innovative strategies to achieve their goals. He implements hands-on activities during coaching sessions and training programs to help others achieve optimal results.  Reach out to Scott today to schedule an appointment to help make your goals a reality! https://linktr.ee/noslackjusthustle.

Key Highlights

[01:01] Scott’s background & his personal story

[02:54] His transition from the athletic world and the experiences he has had

[07:59] Scott’s catalyst to step out in confidence and impact the world

[10:46] His public speaking journey and how the pandemic has had an impact

[13:47] Changing gears in the message he delivers

[21:11] Understand your audience to know how deep you will tell your story

[24:02] A bit about Scott’s brand; No slack, just hustle Brand

[29:07] The plans in place for 2023 to take his brand to the world

[32:45] Scott’s one message that he would share for the rest of his life

[34:41] How to reach out, connect or learn more about Scott Fichter

Notable Quotes

●        Failures don’t always have to break you. They can make you become a better version of yourself. – Scott Fichter

●        Someone’s story that deeply connects with your emotions can change your life. – Scott Fichter

●        Emotions drive us so much in how we act or do things– Scott Fichter

●        Emotion and motion build energy on a public speaking stage. – Scott Fichter

●        If you allow yourself to ride with your WHY, you will go far and wide in horizons you never imagined. – Scott Fichter

●        Starting is always the hardest in public speaking. – Phillip Sessions.

●     By becoming true to yourself, you may lose some people, but soon, you will have many others who respect you for your work.- Scott Fichter

Resources

Scott Fichter
Website: https://noslackjusthustlesupps.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-fichter/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachfic/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/294570542524652
Book:The Weekly Game Plan: The Ultimate Guide for Creating YOUR Best Year by Scott Fichter: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09ML2N4SP/

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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In this episode I share the 3 ways you can connect with your audience when it comes to getting on stage!

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Join today’s conversation with Alundas Havens as we talk about how podcasting is an essential part of growing your brand awareness. Alundas is the CEO and Founder of Alpha Influence Media, host & Founder of The Winners Paradigm & Alpha Influence Media Podcasts (Top 2.5% In The World), a USMC Veteran, and a Keynote Speaker.

After getting kicked out of his home during high school, Alundas decided to join the United States Marine Corps to get some discipline back into his life. He got to a prestigious Enlisted Rank 6 position when he tore his cartilage and had to rethink his life.  At 23, he used his Veterans Affairs (VA) loan to become the first in his family to get a house. While going through a tough transition from the military, he listened to an Underdog Empowerment podcast with Zachary Babock that changed his life. He decided to start a podcast and work for himself – another first in his family to become an entrepreneur!  

His Alpha Influence Media now helps people recalibrate their mindset when they want to make a change but don’t know where. Now, he’s back in college, getting ready to graduate using his GI bill and thinking about getting a doctorate!

Key Highlights

[00:54] Meet Alunda Havens and get to know him at a personal level

[06:18] How Alundas overcame the fear of public speaking

[11:21] Secrets to building his confidence in public speaking

[15:45] The need to understand your audience and Alundas’ strategy

[20:27] Alundas’ podcasting background and how it has helped him 

[23:24] How can a podcast help you be strategic in building your influence 

[26:19] Tips to get better at doing interviews on a podcast

[29:14] How you can make a guest who’s hard to open up do so

[32:02] How do you interject a guest & keep the conversation in the direction you want

[35:50] Alundas’ one message that he would share for the rest of his life

[37:44] How to reach out, connect or learn more about Alundas Havens

Notable Quotes

●        If you don't stop stressing about what other people think about you, you will never go past the fear of public speaking. – Alundas Havens

●        If you can emotionally connect to what you are talking about, it makes it easier to influence people. – Alundas Havens

●        The first step to building confidence in public speaking is to realize that an audience is not there to judge you but to listen to your message. Deliver with enthusiasm–  Alundas Havens

●        Every time you give value to people, the rewards will always come back in the form of business, even if that was not in your plan. – Phillip Sessions

●        Core values are the catalysts to all of our successes. – Alundas Havens

Resources

Alundas Havens

Website: https://www.thewinnersparadigm.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alundas-havens/
Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/alundas.havens/
Podcast: https://anchor.fm/alundashavens

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

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In this episode I share the power of public speaking and how it will increase your impact and income.

I also share how you can get your message out to become more known in the public for yourself and your business!

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In this episode, we’re joined by Jacob Noland, one of the comics in the Greenville scene, and he is a complete savage. He is a vicious roaster and joke writer and has performed stand-up comedy in Greenville, Atlanta, Asheville, and recently New York City.

Jacob is also an outside sales rep for a packaging company. He has a background in public speaking, speaking at high schools and churches. 

What is more intriguing is that Jacob is just turned 25 years old, is in his first year in standup comedy, and is cracking it. He’s going to share about comedy and imprompt to speaking and how you can leverage imprompt classes to get better at speaking. 

Key Highlights

[00:50] Jacob’s background and personal info

[01:39] How Jacob got over the fear of public speaking 

[04:13] How to create good jokes and an engaging performance 

[07:41] Jacob’s experience sitting down in a standup comedy 

[12:32] How to prepare an impromptu standup comedy speech 

[15:23] Working with crowds and making your comedy memorable 

[19:26] Responding to the extreme mistakes on stage memorably

[21:15] How Jacob would react if his pants fell on stage

[25:54] Impromptus speaking and how it helps in life

[27:16] Jacob’s one message that he would share for the rest of his life

[32:03] Finding your channel and getting the message out

[35:16] How to reach out, connect or learn more about Jacob

[35:52] Greenville local comedy zones coming up 

Notable Quotes

●       Don’t worry about it, just get on stage and do it, it doesn’t matter if you are bad. Most people that do it are bad. – Jacob Noland

●       Audiences love impromptu stuff and things happening at the moment. – Jacob Noland

●       Silence is a very powerful tool, and flubbing it is also very powerful. – Jacob Noland

●       Extreme things on stage are memorable, but what is even more memorable is how you respond to the extreme happenings– Jacob Noland

●       Just one little joke can have a way of re-erasing what is happening. – Jacob Noland

●       Impromptu speaking forces you to become comfortable in silence, which will eventually make you more articulate and concise. – Jacob Noland

●       If you are honest and open, you can have thriving and long-lasting friendships. – Jacob Noland

●       Every person has a message; every person has something to say, and that is why whenever you’re speaking on stage, people are drawn to you because they think of the same thing but don’t know how to communicate it, and they love hearing someone who can do it. – Jacob Noland

●       Not everyone is meant to be a pastor; not everyone is meant to be a podcast; not everyone is meant to be a comedian but finding a channel to get the message out of you is beautiful and powerful. – Jacob Noland

Resources

Jacob Noland
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacobnoland97/
Facebook:https://web.facebook.com/jacob.noland.71?_rdc=1&_rdr

Philip
 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-sessions-b2986563/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealphilipsessions

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Sorry for all the echo in this episode, but I wanted to make sure I got this message out!

In today's episode, I speak about what I do to prepare for a speaking gig

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You can do and be whatever you want, but it all starts with taking personal accountability. No one is coming to save you, and no one will do it for you. It starts with a decision, a plan, a commitment, and an action. Let's explore how this can work in your life by listening to Michael’s story of how he became a public speaker, how he has used his fears to move forward, and what he has learned along the way.

Michael Burns is a Real Estate Investor, Broker, Lender, and host of the Freedom Lifestyle Experience Podcast. Being a self-made millionaire Michael Burns shows you how to build the lifestyle you want to live. From building businesses and making money, wearing a Rolex & flying first class to having a sexy marriage & being spiritually connected… the only limits in your lifestyle are the ones you give yourself.

Key Highlights

[00:43] Meet Michael Burns and know his backstory at a personal level

[03:20] How Michael got over the fear of public speaking

[05:32] The spiritual journey that gave him the momentum to start speaking 

[09:57] How it all began with creating an event at his residence

[12:07] Meet-ups he had before being asked to be on someone’s stage

[16:28] Michael’s modes of reaching his clients

[18:33] What he posts online & how they affect his chances of being on stage

[26:52] The six pillars to a life of freedom that you should cultivate  

[33:00] What works best between a small mastermind vs. a huge conference 

[40:55] The one message Michael would share for the rest of his life 

[47:56] Golden key takeaway from the guest 

[42:23] The best places to reach out and connect with Michael Burns

Notable Quotes

●       The only best way to get over the fear of something is to go through it. –  Michael Burns.

●       Despite your success ladder, you can still have a fear of public speaking. However, knowing your WHY will keep you stronger to overcome it. – Phillip Sessions.

●       Spirituality is about getting in touch with yourself and your purpose. – Michael Burns.

●       You are best suited to speak and teach the person you are. – Michael Burns.

●       If you don’t start incorporating social media in your business and life, you will literally ‘die.’ People no longer get time for TV – Michael Burns.

●       Whether you are aware or not, people are closely watching you. Do your best and be the best role model. – Michael Burns.

●       Until you get sick of your ‘shits’ and limiting beliefs, it will be challenging to make a difference in your life. – Michael Burns. 

●       No matter where you are in life, there’s always an opportunity to reach the next level. You are the only one that is standing in the way. – Michael Burns.

Resources

Michael Burns
Website: https://lslending.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michael.burnz/
Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/MrMichaelBurns/

Philip
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-sessions-b2986563/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealphilipsessions 

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No one wants to listen to someone who isn't being themselves.

In today's episode, I share a story of why it's important to be yourself and what can happen when you aren't yourself.

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In this episode, we’re joined by Jerry Gerken, a 6-figure salesperson and sales trainer who has been on a couple of stages on how speaking impacts our sales. He started his career in sports as a wrestler, which took him to many different places nationally and internationally. He wrestled in 6 championships throughout his career in the 80 and 90s. 

Jerry also got into the marine corps for a short time and later entered the sales industry. He had an education degree but couldn’t find a full-time teaching job, so he got into the car business out of necessity. It was worldly successful, and a few years ago, he decided to jump into the coaching space,   

What is intriguing about what Jerry does is his target to help young salespeople identify and establish a simple and seamless process where they can be worldly successful without going to the old school mentality of transactional selling but focusing on relationship selling. 

Key Highlights

[00:40] Jerry’s background and personal info

[03:13] How Jerry got over the fear of public speaking

[05:58] Memorizing and personalizing your message 

[08:18] Selling your message with emotions and logic on stage

[10:37] Creating emotions when you’re engaging with your audience

[17:01] Getting on the local university stage and how Jerry got there

[22:18] Things Jerry did that got him on stage in front of students

[25:12] How to refine your speech and your message  

[29:48] Overcoming fear by investing in yourself 

[32:02] What Jerry focuses on speaking about in stages 

[36:29] The one message Jerry would share for the rest of his life 

[37:32] The best places to reach out and connect with Jerry

Notable Quotes

●       Your audience doesn’t have the script memorized, so when you make a mistake, you must continue rolling forward because the message has to continue to go. –  Jerry Gerken.

●       You are going to make mistakes; you are going to mess up, but as long as you continue to practice, rehearse, memorize, and personalize whatever the message will be, you can infuse that message however you want in different states – Jerry Gerken.

●       We are all salespeople, whether we know it or not. – Jerry Gerken.

●       Memorizing and personalizing are huge because we live in a time when authenticity and transparency are the new range. – Jerry Gerken.

●       If you’re authentic and transparent in your message, some people will resonate with you, and those are the people you want to connect with. – Jerry Gerken.

●       The same information on different stages will be different because you’re in a different state of mind and world. – Jerry Gerken. 

Resources

Jerry Gerken

Website: https://jerrygerken.com/

 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerry-gerken-b7784a37

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerrygerken/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JERRYKIAFINDLAY/

Philip
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamphilipsessions/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealphilipsessions

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No one is going to be there to bring you on stage without you doing something first. Even then, you still have to do the work!

In today's episode I tell a story of why you have to learn to "save" yourself in order to become a public speaker and get on stage.

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