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Influential people have excellent communication skills that captive, inspire and rivet the audience. They can articulate their vision and make that vision come alive in the audience's mind. It is like listening to a movie, they have created a mental picture so strong that it feels real. Why some people lie to appear more honest Do you want to know how to use Edutainment (Education + Entertainment) in your presentations? Do you understand how to implement Gamification during a persuasive encounter? How to do you keep your prospect engaged and listening while you are influencing? If you want to know these key elements of a great presentation then listen to this week's podcast on How Edutainment and Gamification Are Used to Deliver Influential and Engaging Presentations.

How do great persuaders prepare their minds for success? The mental aspect of the game is one of the most important (and usually most neglected) traits of success. This mind training or self-persuasion is what gives great persuaders the psychological edge. It's true that "you'll only achieve it once the mind believes it." By "programming" our minds, we dictate our future. It's just that simple. Why Cognitive Load is Hurting Your Conversions I take a deeper dive into mental training and mindset on this week's podcast. I also explore if the Law of Attraction is real and if the movie "The Secret" really works. If you are wondering why success and wealth are taking so long – this is your missing link. Click here for this week's podcast – Using Law of Attraction to Motivate and Persuade Yourself And Others

One of the very best ways to establish and maintain rapport is to be a good listener. Most of us hear—but don't know how to listen. Listening is one of those skills that gets a lot of lip service, but we still stink at it. We think we know all about it and therefore are already good at it. Unfortunately, nothing could be further from the truth. Studies show that poor listening skills still account for 60 percent of all misunderstandings. Is being generous the next beauty trend? Get to understand how to influence below the radar and directly into the brain on this week's podcast – Why 95% of Persuasion and Influence Involves a Subconscious Trigger.

Closing skills were the big thing when the internet did not exist. Back when a persuader had to explain your product/service from A to Z. We were taught that closing skills were all you needed. If you did not persuade enough people, you had to learn more closing skills. Being a selfish jerk doesn't get you ahead, research finds Listener Email Link: Want a list of closes that still work? How to deal with people that are jerks? Get up to speed how opening and closing the sale has changed. Then join me on this week's podcast – Closing vs Opening the Sale: Proven and Old School Closing Techniques

"Think twice before you speak, because your words and influence will plant the seed of either success or failure in the mind of another." -Napoleon Hill Learn more public speaking and critical business skills. Find out what Bill Gates and Warren Buffet claim to be the most important skills you need to master to be successful in life and business. Join me this week's podcast - What Bill Gates and Warren Buffet Say Is The Most Critical Business Skill.

Find people who are experts in their field, ask questions, attend seminars and workshops and take college classes. Success is an open book test; the answers are all there right in front of you when you're willing to look for them. Learn more about mentors and success. Join me this week's podcast with the mentor of all mentors. I Interviewed Shark Tank's Kevin Harrington. We focused on Keys to Business, tips to Success, and how to find mentors. Shark Tank's Kevin Harrington - Keys to Business and Success To find out more about Kevin and his new book visit www.GetMTM.com and you will and receive 30 days of free mentorship from Kevin and Mark.

Want to know more about the traits and mistakes of power persuaders? Join me for this week's podcast on The Forgotten Trait Of Influence - And Covid Makes It Worse. I take a deep dive into common persuasion blunders of most people and traits of influencers. Article from the podcast: Increases in physical activity tend to be followed by increases in mood

Your voice is your calling card. Your voice must exude confidence, courage, and conviction. We judge others by their voice: arrogant, nervous, weak or strong. If you sound uncertain and timid, your ability be accepted as an expert will deteriorate. Your voice will either connect you with your audience or disconnect with them on a subconscious level. What does your voice trigger in people? What words do you use that are repelling people? Your voice must be interesting and easy to listen to in order to help, rather than hinder, your ability to gain charisma and influence others. Lemon Scent May Bolster Body Image Discover the keys to the right way to get someone interested in you or your business. Join me for this week's podcast on The Death Of The Elevator Pitch.

The right negotiation techniques will make a difference in your success and income. Many of the negotiation techniques you have learned in the past - no longer work. Top persuaders have mastered the art and science of communication and negotiation. Let's talk about negotiation blunders. 14 habits of the most likable people Want to know more about making the first offer? How likability affects persuasion? Want to know the best way to justify your high/low offer? Then join me for this week's webinar where I will take a deeper diver, offer additional tools on negotiation. Join me for Should You Make The First Offer In Negotiation?

When you are not disciplined in all aspects of your life, it will pull you down. Let's say you are disciplined in 4 areas of your life and in 2 areas you are not so disciplined. Each weak area of your life affects the strong areas of your life. Self-discipline is critical in every aspect of your life. Ask yourself where are your habits taking you? Then ponder about what are the long-term consequences of this habit? The key is coming up with a game plan on how you are going to replace this habit and what are you going to do when your self-discipline is feeling weak. Choose your weakest habit today and find your solution, and create a game plan. If you want to understand self-discipline and success – listen to this week's podcast for success expert James Malinchak. We take a deep dive into what it takes to be more successful and how to make your business grow. To learn more about James visit his website here.