Innovation, Business Strategies, Creative Thinking, Ideas, Connection Summary Not focusing on your competition is NOT the same as ignoring them. We'll look at that in our Thought of the Day. And in our interview segment, Bob Sager shows us how to be creative and innovative as a way of distinguishing our businesses FROM the competition… in a very crowded and noisy marketplace. That and more on today's show. Bob's Thought of the Day We'll explore: The difference between FOCUSING on your competitors and ACKNOWLEDGING them. Why it's important to learn about your competitors but to focus on your customer. That successful people live in the world that IS, not the world they WISH it is. That your role is to create value for those in your target market—those you serve and wish to serve. Interview with Bob Sager You'll discover: The importance of presenting yourself in an innovative way, so people will pay attention. The top three problem areas for businesses. The principle of "magnification" in order to engage prospective customers. How Bob Sager's game, What's the BIG Idea? elevates your creative thinking skills. That coming up with good ideas means coming up with a lot of ideas. An overview of Bob Sager's subscription service for business strategies. Click to Tweet People only pay attention until they THINK they know what you're saying. Then they quickly move on. @sagerbob #communication You have 5 seconds or less to capture people's attention. @sagerbob #attention If you want to come up with good ideas, you have to come up with a lot of ideas. @sagrebob #ideas Interview Links Find Bob Sager on LinkedIn. Follow Bob Sager on Twitter. Chat with Bob Sager on Clubhouse: @bobsager. 101 Freaking Brilliant Business Ideas: And Ten Ways YOU Can Create Your Own by Bob Sager Discovering Your Greatness: A Higher Level Thinking and Action Guide by Bob Sager Living a Wealthy Life: Stories of Gaining an Abundance in All Five Forms of Wealth by Bob Sager Visit Spear Point Solutions' website. Connect with Spear Point Solutions on LinkedIn. Follow Speak Point Solutions on Facebook. Explore Spear Point Solutions' Resources. Learn More About the What's the BIG Idea Game Show. Check Out What's the BIG Idea Show's Facebook Page. Watch What's the BIG Idea Show on Youtube. Resources The Go-Giver Success Alliance look Bob's Ten Feel-Good Questions Endless Referrals: The Go-Giver Way The Go-Giver The Go-Giver Leader The Go-Giver Influencer GoGiverSalesAcademy.com Endless Referrals: The Go-Giver Way 2-Day Workshop TheGoGiver.com GoGiverSpeaker.com Burg.com How to Post a Review

Happiness, Success, Integrity, Accountability, Intentionality   Summary   What does it really take … to be happy? We'll look at that in our Thought of the Day. And in our interview segment, international franchisor Sarah Nuse will share wisdom from her fantastic book, Destined for Greatness. That and more on today's show.   Bob's Thought of the Day   We'll explore:   The idea that the pursuit of happiness is part of our human nature. That acting incongruently with your values makes it nearly impossible to be happy.  A converse truth: when you're willing to stand on principle—even turning down a business opportunity others think you're crazy to refuse—you WILL be happier. Knowing that much more often than not, staying true to your principles will not be self-sacrificial but rather the best business AND financial move you could make.   Interview with Sarah Nuse   You'll discover:   The fascinating story of how needing to earn some extra cash in college would lead to an international business career. And how desperation can catapult you to greatness. The power (and necessity) of doing the uncomfortable when building a business.  Sarah and her sister, Megan's Shark Tank appearance...and the intrigue that transpired. The importance of aligning your business with who you are and who you want to be. Details about Sarah's Destined for Greatness Accountability Program. How accountability and intentionality can help you accomplish your dreams, expand your goals, and deepen your relationships.   Click to Tweet   Soil responds to seeds, not wishes. ~ Sarah Nuse #fuelyourfire If you want to be great, you just have to be good every single day. ~ Sarah Nuse #greatness Being held accountable helps me to grow, change, and dream bigger, because I'm not alone. ~ Sarah Nuse #accountability   Thought of The Day Link: Episode 16 Alignment, Success, & Happiness https://thegogiver.com/2016/05/016-alignment-success-happiness/  Interview Links SarahNuse.com TippiToesDance.com Destined for Greatness: Living an inspired life, from head to Tippi Toes by Sarah Nuse Listen to Sarah's Podcast Hire Sarah to Speak Take Sarah's Course Follow Sarah on Facebook Follow Sarah on Instagram   Resources   The Go-Giver Success Alliance Bob's Ten Feel-Good Questions Endless Referrals: The Go-Giver Way  The Go-Giver  The Go-Giver Leader The Go-Giver Influencer GoGiverSalesAcademy.com Endless Referrals: The Go-Giver Way 2-Day Workshop TheGoGiver.com GoGiverSpeaker.com Burg.com  How to Post a Review

Twitter, Social Media, Quotes, Excellence, Listening   Summary   The challenge of communicating effectively on Twitter can actually help us to be better communicators. We'll look at that in our Thought of the Day. Then in the second segment, we'll look at a few powerful tweets and then expound on them a bit in order to attain an even deeper understanding. That and more on today's show.   Bob's Thought of the Day   We'll explore:   Why Twitter can be a hotbed for misunderstanding, hurt feelings, and an insult or two. The importance of caring enough to ask ourselves how what we are about to say (and how we are about to say it) will likely be interpreted by the other person. Why we must train ourselves to communicate in a way that works for everyone involved.    Segment 2   You'll discover several timeless, wisdom-filled quotes and why they are so powerful:   "Fight for the things that you care about, but do it in a way that will lead others to join you." –Ruth Bader Ginsburg, former United States Supreme Court Justice "Excellence is not an 'aspiration.' Excellence is not a 'hill to climb.' Excellence is the next five minutes. Or it is nothing at all." –Tom Peters, author of The Excellence Dividend "The older I grow the more apt I am to doubt my own judgment." –Benjamin Franklin, inventor, printer, and United States diplomat Click to Tweet   The challenge of communicating effectively on Twitter can actually help us to become better communicators. "Fight for the things that you care about, but do it in a way that will lead others to join you." – RBG #change "The older I grow the more apt I am to doubt my own judgment." ~Benjamin Franklin #judgment "Excellence is not an 'aspiration.' Excellence is not a 'hill to climb.' Excellence is the next five minutes. Or it is nothing at all." @tom_peters, author of "The Excellence Dividend" #excellence   Links from Today's Episode   Cascades: How to Create a Movement that Drives Transformational Change by Greg Satell  The Excellence Dividend: Meeting the Tech Tide with Work That Wows and Jobs That Last by Tom Peters  THINK AGAIN: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know by Adam Grant Originals: How Non-Conformists Move the World by Adam Grant Principles: Life and Work by Ray Dalio   Resources   The Go-Giver Success Alliance Bob's Ten Feel-Good Questions Endless Referrals: The Go-Giver Way  The Go-Giver  The Go-Giver Leader The Go-Giver Influencer GoGiverSalesAcademy.com Endless Referrals: The Go-Giver Way 2-Day Workshop TheGoGiver.com GoGiverSpeaker.com Burg.com  How to Post a Review  

Beliefs, Visualization, Brain, Mind, Success Summary   One is never too successful to retrain their brain. We'll look at that in our Thought of the Day. And in our interview segment, Frederique Murphy shows leaders all over the world how to do that very thing. And that's what we'll discuss. That and more on today's show.   Bob's Thought of the Day   We'll explore:   A surprising experience from a number of years ago: while speaking at the Million Dollar Round Table of Insurance's international convention, I discovered that many of the very top producers had major issues with actually asking for referrals. The importance of developing an abundance mindset in order to overcome an unconscious belief system that keeps us from attaining success and abundance.   Interview with Frederique Murphy   You'll discover:   How Frederique came to devote herself to the topic of neuroscience. The moment she knew she was going to help others discover what she learned herself. The difference between the mind and the brain. What neuroplasticity is, and how you can make it work for your success. Why you must lead beyond the edge of your comfort zone. Three elements you must have in order to change: beliefs, attitude, and behavior. The power of using imagery to help your brain visualize reaching your goal. Click to Tweet   Awareness leads to change. The more aware you are, the better equipped you are to lead your life where you want to be. @IrishSmiley #awareness Use the power of your mind to rewire your brain. @IrishSmiley #brain What is neuroplasticity, and how you can make it work for your success? @IrishSmiley #knowledge   Interview Links   FrederiqueMurphy.com Lead Beyond The Edge: The Bold Path to Extraordinary Results by Frederique Murphy Frederique's Blog, Podcast & Speaking Page  Connect with Frederique on Facebook Connect with Frederique on LinkedIn Follow Frederique on Twitter Follow Frederique on Instagram Follow Frederique on Pinterest Frederique's YouTube channel   Resources   The Go-Giver Success Alliance Bob's Ten Feel-Good Questions Endless Referrals: The Go-Giver Way  The Go-Giver  The Go-Giver Leader The Go-Giver Influencer GoGiverSalesAcademy.com Endless Referrals: The Go-Giver Way 2-Day Workshop TheGoGiver.com GoGiverSpeaker.com Burg.com  How to Post a Review

Peace, Organization, Prosperity, Finances, Mindset Summary   What we decide to believe about ourselves is so often what we become. We'll look at that in our Thought of the Day. And in our interview segment, Kenya Nelson Stevens will share her thoughts and wisdom on what she calls "Peaceful Prosperity." That and more on today's show.   Bob's Thought of the Day   We'll explore:   Why financial prosperity has little to do with numbers and everything to do with our thoughts, feelings, and emotions around them. How telling myself as a kid that I was horrible at math eventually hurt me in business.   Why you should make a proactive study of financial prosperity and begin reprogramming those less-than-helpful beliefs about yourself.   Interview with Kenya Nelson Stevens    You'll discover:   Why Kenya is called an "accountant with the heart of a teacher." The importance of understanding accounting principles and practices such as balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and more. Kenya's Positive Prosperity Cycle. Why organization and a clear vision is such a vital part of prosperity. The importance of health and wellness to your prosperity. Why everyone has the capacity and power to prosper in every aspect of their life, regardless of their situation or background. Click to Tweet   "When we have peace, it leads to clarity, and clarity leads to prosperity." ~Kenya Nelson Stevens #peacefulprosperity "The abundance of the universe is truly available for everyone." ~Kenya Nelson Stevens #abundance #peacefulprosperity "Everyone has the capacity and power to prosper in every aspect of their life, regardless of their situation or background." ~Kenya Nelson Stevens #peacefulprosperity   Interview Links   KNS.Solutions Kenya's wellness website SmallTownGirlBoss.com Kenya's Quickbooks page Hire Kenya to speak Connect with Kenya on Facebook Connect with Kenya on LinkedIn Follow Kenya on Instagram   Resources   The Go-Giver Success Alliance Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know by Adam Grant Bob's Ten Feel-Good Questions Endless Referrals: The Go-Giver Way  The Go-Giver  The Go-Giver Leader The Go-Giver Influencer GoGiverSalesAcademy.com Endless Referrals: The Go-Giver Way 2-Day Workshop TheGoGiver.com GoGiverSpeaker.com Burg.com  How to Post a Review

Mindset, Success, Attitude, Vision, Alignment Summary   Are our lives really that similar to a certain classic science fiction movie? We'll look at that in our Thought of the Day. And in our interview segment, Lisa Jimenez joins us with a powerful formula for resetting our minds and releasing our self-imposed limitations. That and more on today's show.   Bob's Thought of the Day   We'll explore:   The similarities between "The Matrix" (the movie) and the matrix controlling our minds. Why many beliefs we unconsciously accepted limit our potential success and happiness.    Interview with Lisa Jimenez   You'll discover:   Why harnessing the power of the mind is the most important tool you have. How to shift the hierarchy of who you are by embracing the Mindset Reset Formula. Why, at your core, you are pure potential energy.  How one client radically shifted a very special relationship and recreated her life.  How radically transforming yourself serves both you... and the world you impact. How embracing your spiritual nature can manifest into desired physical results.  The importance of meditation, breath work, and journaling. Information regarding Lisa's next retreat.   The Mindset Reset Formula   Embrace Your Duality Let Go Adopt Spiritual Truth Craft Your Victory Vision Leverage Alignment     Click to Tweet   In this episode of The Go-Giver Podcast, @RichLifeLisa shows us how to reset our minds and release that which holds us back from our ultimate potential. #prosperity Life with a prosperity mindset is inevitably prosperous. Life with an ease mindset is inevitably easy. Life with a fulfillment mindset is INEVITABLY fulfilling." @RichLifeLisa #prosperity "You become who you practice to be." @RichLifeLisa #practice   Interview Links   LisaJCoaching.com Mindset Reset: How to Retrain Your Brain and Transform Your Life! by Lisa Jimenez (Click here to order an autographed copy.) Conquer Fear! A Unique Blend of Psychology and Theology To Change Your Beliefs and Thus Your Results by Lisa Jimenez Slay the Dragon: How to Get Out of Your Own Way and Get What You Want by Lisa Jimenez Catalina Mindset Reset Retreat Lisa's Blog & Podcast Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn Connect with Lisa on Facebook Follow Lisa on Twitter Follow Lisa on Instagram   Resources   The Go-Giver Success Alliance Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know by Adam Grant Bob's Ten Feel-Good Questions Endless Referrals: The Go-Giver Way  The Go-Giver  The Go-Giver Leader The Go-Giver Influencer GoGiverSalesAcademy.com Endless Referrals: The Go-Giver Way 2-Day Workshop TheGoGiver.com GoGiverSpeaker.com Burg.com  How to Post a Review

Attitude, Magic, Relationships, Success, Motivation   Summary   So often the difference between victimhood and victory is a personal decision. We'll look at that in our Thought of the Day. And in our interview segment, you'll meet a man I greatly admire, and who will absolutely take anyone's excuses away, and who does it with more than a touch of magic. That and more on today's show.   Bob's Thought of the Day   We'll explore:   An important truth: you cannot live in victimhood AND become a victor. What it takes to be victorious and overcome tragic events or situations of victimhood: you must make a decision that you will not allow yourself to be defined by those events.   Interview with Mahdi Gilbert   You'll discover:   Why Madhi became involved in magic as a youngster. The magic of Madhi's can-do attitude. The inside story of Madhi's appearance on Penn & Teller's "Fool Us." How Madhi helps people feel like heroes whenever they see his magic. His next project: walking across America performing magic for people.   Click to Tweet   I want people to feel like heroes whenever they see my magic. ~Mahdi Gilbert, Magician #attitude Even if you don't think you have the gas to make it down the road, just go. ~Mahdi Gilbert, Magician #motivation On this episode of The Go-Giver, magician Mahdi Gilbert reveals the secret to overcoming obstacles...through a truly magical attitude. #success   Interview Links   MahdiTheMagician.com Mahdi's appearance on Penn & Teller's "Fool Us"  Madhi's Speaking page Connect with Mahdi on Facebook Mahdi's YouTube channel Follow Mahdi on TikTok   Resources   The Go-Giver Success Alliance Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know by Adam Grant Bob's Ten Feel-Good Questions Endless Referrals: The Go-Giver Way  The Go-Giver  The Go-Giver Leader The Go-Giver Influencer GoGiverSalesAcademy.com Endless Referrals: The Go-Giver Way 2-Day Workshop TheGoGiver.com GoGiverSpeaker.com Burg.com  How to Post a Review

Charisma, Relationships, Success, Business, Questions   Summary   The key to "having charisma" might just be exactly the opposite of what we think it is. We'll look at that in our Thought of the Day. Then in the second segment, I'll share a suggestion on how to accomplish it. That and more on today's show.   Bob's Thought of the Day   We'll explore:   Two traditional definitions of "charisma," along with another...that I like best. Why it's not sustainable to base your success on natural charisma alone. An example from 19th-century England about the power of the right type of charisma. Why listening is a critical element of charisma. A powerful quote from Adam Grant's new book, Think Again.  The big lesson: Your level of charisma is not about you but about how you make others feel about themselves.   Segment #2   You'll discover:   The value of Feel-Good Questions in making others feel genuinely good about themselves and, as a result, about you. The One Key Question that'll set you apart from practically everyone they've ever met. F-O-R-M Questions that will always be welcomed by those you're speaking with.  Click to Tweet   What is TRULY the essence of Charisma? There's a good chance it's the opposite of what most people think it is. Find out on this episode of The Go-Giver Podcast. #charisma Is "Charisma" something that you either have or you don't? The answer, as we learn in this episode of The Go-Giver Podcast, is not at all. Actually, far from it. #charisma Want to learn some surprising questions that will result in your being seen as Charismatic? Listen to this week's episode of The Go-Giver Podcast. #charisma   Resources   The Go-Giver Success Alliance Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know by Adam Grant Bob's Ten Feel-Good Questions Endless Referrals: The Go-Giver Way  Order The Go-Giver  Order The Go-Giver Leader Order The Go-Giver Influencer TheGoGiver.com GoGiverSpeaker.com Burg.com  How to Post a Review

Change, Values, Purpose, Leadership, Movements   Summary   What does it take to create and sustain transformational change? We'll look at that in our Thought of the Day. And in our interview segment, we'll have a discussion with the author of a magnificent book on that very topic. That and more on today's show.   Bob's Thought of the Day   We'll explore:   Why we must never stop looking for ways to better the world. What it takes to do so: creating a plan, executing that plan, and implementing the correct strategies and tactics.   Interview with Greg Satell   You'll discover:   Lessons about creating transformational change from two movements: one that failed (Occupy Wall St.), and one that succeeded (Otpor). The importance of using humor to dispel tension. Why you must reach out to those outside your movement, and welcome those who wish to join you. A key for creating impact: small groups loosely connected, united by a shared purpose. That violence doesn't work in terms of winning over the masses.. What we can learn from two of the most notable transformational changes in modern history, Mahatma Gandhi's leading of the Indian independence movement, and the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s leading of the civil rights movement.  The immense, game-changing importance of communicating shared values.    10 Principles for Transformational Change    Revolutions don't begin with a slogan. They begin with a cause. The vision always needs to be rooted in solving problems people genuinely care about. That's why you can't bribe or coerce change. Once you start trying to engineer change through incentives, you are signaling that this is a change that people don't really want to make.    Transformation fails because people oppose it, not because people don't understand it. For any significant change, there are going to be some people who aren't going to like it and they are going to undermine it in ways that are dishonest, underhanded, and deceptive. That is your primary design constraint. Change of any kind threatens the status quo, which never yields its power gracefully.    Be explicit about your values. Values represent constraints and constraints bring meaning and credibility. A movement without values is nothing more than a mob.    Resist the urge to engage those who attack and undermine you. In fact, as a general rule, you should avoid them until you have gained significant momentum. It will only frustrate you and slow you down.    Focus on building local majorities. You want to be continually expanding your majorities within communities and clusters. When you go outside your majority, however, you get pushback. Stay on the inside pushing out.    Shift from differentiating values to shared values. Differentiating values are what make people passionate about an idea, but shared values create entry points for people to join your cause. You overcome your opposition by listening and identifying shared values in what they say that can be leveraged to attract others to your cause.    Mobilize people to influence institutions. Every action has a purpose. You are always mobilizing someone to influence something. For everything you do, you ask who are we mobilizing and to influence what?    Scale change through empowerment. Instead of trying to get people to do what you want, find people who want what you want and give them resources to help them take action. It is through taking action, not taking orders, that people take ownership of the movement and make it their own.    Survive victory. The victory phase is the most dangerous phase. You need to think about how to "survive victory" from the start. It's not enough to make a point, you have to want to make a difference.    Transformation is always a journey, never a particular destination. The most important thing you can do to bring change about is simply to get started. If not now, when? If not you, who?  Click to Tweet   "The first step to building a platform for change is making people feel comfortable." Greg Satell @Digitaltonto #change On this episode, discover a key element for creating change and impact: "Small groups, loosely connected, but united by a shared purpose." @Digitaltonto #purpose "You get to the shared values by listening to your most ardent opponents." Greg Satell @Digitaltonto #values   Interview Links   GregSatell.com Cascades: How to Create a Movement that Drives Transformational Change by Greg Satell Mapping Innovation: A Playbook for Navigating a Disruptive Age by Greg Satell DigitalTonto.com Greg's Speaking page Greg's Resources Connect with Greg on LinkedIn Connect with Greg on Facebook Follow Greg on Twitter Greg's YouTube channel   Resources   Endless Referrals: The Go-Giver Way  Order The Go-Giver Order The Go-Giver Leader Order The Go-Giver Influencer GoGiverSalesAcademy.com Endless Referrals: The Go-Giver Way 2-Day Workshop TheGoGiver.com GoGiverSpeaker.com Burg.com  How to Post a Review

Small Business, Value, Women-Owned Business, Girl Boss   Summary   How important is it to your self-image, and to your business's bottom line, to walk in your value? We'll look at that in our Thought of the Day. And in our interview segment, Amanda Buse joins us with some excellent insights and strategies on how to communicate your value to your prospects, customers, and clients … and have a business that's both very enjoyable and very profitable. That and more on today's show.   Bob's Thought of the Day   We'll explore:   An answer to a blog reader's question regarding the statement, "Money is an echo of value; the thunder to value's lightning." Why a lack of money is absolutely not a commentary on one's intrinsic value; only the value they've brought and communicated to the marketplace.  Insights about the term, "walk in your value® based on the experience of Amy Wells.   Interview with Amanda Buse   You'll discover:   Why women tend to undervalue what they have to offer. A fascinating study: women-owned businesses only make 30% of the revenue that male-owned businesses do (and the reasons behind this). Two keys to earning at the highest levels: a system, and belief in yourself. How fear and imposter syndrome hold us back. A simple way to stay in touch with your network and earn more referrals. What's included in Amanda's free Girl Boss Virtual Goody Bag   Click to Tweet "90% of our success is mindset. The other 10% is strategy and execution." ~Amanda Buse "If you are not able to understand your own value and see it for yourself, no one else will see it." ~Amanda Buse "You need a system and you need belief to earn at the highest levels." ~Amanda Buse     Interview Links   SmallTownGirlBoss.com FREE Resource: Girl Boss Virtual Goody Bag Connect with Amanda on Facebook Connect with Amanda on LinkedIn   Resources   Endless Referrals: The Go-Giver Way  Order The Go-Giver Order The Go-Giver Leader Order The Go-Giver Influencer GoGiverSalesAcademy.com Endless Referrals: The Go-Giver Way 2-Day Workshop TheGoGiver.com GoGiverSpeaker.com Burg.com  How to Post a Review