Influence Ecology

In this episode, we'll introduce you to the Transactional Personality know as the Judge. The Judge excels in skepticism, guided by high standards, competence, and a thirst for evidence before taking action.Don't shy away from The Judge - embrace their wisdom as they can be your ultimate savior in times of peril. Learn to heed their suggestions, and you'll discover a guardian angel within this personality. However, be mindful of their Kryptonite – a tendency to pause transactions prematurely due to stringent standards and an inclination to overlook vision and repetition. Join us as we explore the dynamic nuances of The Judge and unlock the keys to harnessing their formidable strengths!To help us better understand the Judge personality, we have a special guest who has been on the podcast before and is a Judge personality himself, Jeff Miller. Jeff is a partner, financial advisor, and the CFO of Sound Financial Group. He helps his clients design, build, and live a good life by creating a pathway to financial und

In this episode, we are joined by Ellza Malok, the Founder and Chair of the Blue Monarch Group. She has been celebrated as an executive and global marketing innovator, and she brings a unique lens to brands from her own experiences in entrepreneurship, data science, and psychology-based marketing.Before studying with Influential U, Ellza found that it was a struggle to balance personal needs with professional commitments. These challenges were significant enough for her to realize the need for a structured approach to achieving her goals and managing these aspects of her life effectively. She found that at Influential U, her personal evolution, despite its challenges, has been essential. Now, Ellza feels she's achieving the transformation that she was originally looking for.To learn more about Ellza, her story, and the Blue Monarch Group, please visit the links in the show notes below.Join us for our weekly live streams at 2pm pst every Wednesday.The Influential U Podcast is streamed live on our website, Face

The personality we at Influential U refer to as the Producer is skilled with alliances and requests. Their superpowers are the ability to be short-term and objective in their thinking and they are highly work-oriented doers. They're who you want on your team because they are action oriented and ready to get to work. Their kryptonite, however, is that they may tend to halt things with premature or unnecessary actions and may avoid or dismiss completion and flexibility.To learn more about this personality we invited a past guest of the podcast and student with Influential U, Tiran Jackson, who also happens to be a Producer Personality. Tiran is a professional speaker, author, engineer, life-coach, and a subject matter expert on resilience and helps his clients overcome their greatest adversities. You can learn more about him and the great things he’s doing by visiting RebornResilient.com. In this episode, Tiran will tell you about his worldview as a Producer Personality and share a deeper understanding of where

This episode, we're exploring a topic that is crucial for every business owner: How to Hire the Right Person and Avoid Hiring the Wrong Person. As we teach it at Influential U - If you’re going to do big things, you’re going to need help. And when it comes to your company’s Human Resources; building and expanding your team is one of the most essential and important choices you can make.Hire the right person and your company can go to the moon! But hire the wrong person, and your business may not live long enough to regret your decision. Let's explore some proven approaches that can be applied to all industries and positions.The Influential U podcast is brought to you each week by Influential U's Self-guided program, "Thrive."The Thrive program allows ambitious adults to develop competitive professional skills to advance their personal goals and business objectives. When you join Thrive, you gain access to our proprietary tools and resources that are only available to our Thrive subscribers. Get a better ROI t

In this episode, we'll explore the Transactional Personality known as the Performer and they're skilled with mood and influence. Their superpowers are the ability to be present-based, relationship-oriented people who are inclined to be highly flexible in their thinking. Their Kryptonite, however, is that they may tend to halt transactions with relationship concerns or mood campaigns and may avoid or dismiss commitments and facts.We will have someone you know well on this podcast, our host and faculty member, Josh Damigo, who will tell you more about his worldview as a performer and share a deeper understanding of where his transactional personality is an asset and where it may be a liability.The Influential U podcast is brought to you each week by Influential U's Self-guided program, "Thrive."If you want to be in the Olympics, you need to train in the same environments as other Olympic athletes. The Thrive Program by Influential U is the place to train with other ambitious adults who are working to achieve bi

In this episode, Brian shares his wisdom on how coaching can elevate your superpower, especially during the challenging transition to leadership. He identifies key signs of struggle, such as finding it difficult to recruit good people, preferring to do tasks yourself rather than delegating, and enjoying technical problem-solving over managing people issues.Discover how Influential U's programs have provided Brian with a profound understanding of human behavior, the ability to guide others through the natural cycles of transactions, and empower others to leverage the levers of influence themselves.As the founder of Donovan Leadership, he has been actively shaping the landscape of management theory and practice since 2007. Through his guidance, technical specialists evolve into leaders who not only succeed but thrive.Whether you're a seasoned professional or an aspiring leader, this episode will empower you to unlock the wealth of possibilities within your own leadership journey.Join us for our weekly live stre

This episode we'll explore the Inventor Transactional Personality. This particular personality is skilled in vision and inventing big futures. Their Superpowers are the ability to be idea-oriented people who are self-reliant and highly subjective in their thinking. Their Kryptonite, however, is that they may tend to halt transactions with new ideas or a need to control everything, and they may do so to the detriment of their relationships and judgments.To truly get inside the mind of an inventor we have a special guest, Influential U Consultant, Cesar Idrovo, who happens to identify as an Inventor Personality. He'll share his worldview as an inventor and share a deeper understanding of where his transactional personality is an asset and where it may be a liability.The Influential U podcast is brought to you each week by Influential U's Self-guided program, "Thrive."If you want to be in the Olympics, you need to train in the same environments as other Olympic athletes. The Thrive Program by Influential U is th

This week's guest, Shoshanna French, shares her profound insights on intuitive decision-making—an art she has mastered and now teaches to executives, founders, and entrepreneurs.Join us for our weekly live streams at 2pm pst every Wednesday.The Influential U Podcast is streamed live on our website, Facebook, Linkedin, and Youtube. If you enjoy this podcast, please share it with others. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or any place you get your podcasts.Check out our show notes for links to connect with our guests - plus links to websites, books, or special downloads we talked about. If you haven't yet offered a rating or review, we ask that you take a moment go to Apple Podcasts or your podcast app of choice and let us know what you think. This helps us more than you knowPodcast BonusesSimple Spirit [https://simplespirit.com/]Connect with Shoshanna on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shoshannafrench/]Download tools and resources mention in this episode [https://influentialu.global/tools/]Download d

Here at Influential U, we’ve studied well over two hundred different personality based models and many of them are quite complex, unintuitive, and ultimately not very useful. Today, we’re going to tackle the question of “why study personalities”, and give a brief description of the four “personalities in transaction” that we study here at Influential U. We're biased, but we're confident that after listening to this, you'll agreed that our version is much more valuable.The Influential U podcast is brought to you each week by Influential U's Self-guided program, "Thrive."The Thrive program allows ambitious adults to develop competitive professional skills to advance their personal goals and business objectives. When you join Thrive, you gain access to our proprietary tools and resources that are only available to our Thrive subscribers. Get a better ROI than your MBA and join us for the Influential U Thrive.Use coupon code "30DAYS" for a free month to try out Thrive for yourself. The link is in the show notes a

Whether you're negotiating a business deal, interacting with your loved ones around a holiday table, or just trying to survive the inter-office drama in your business, "You Are Always Transacting".Every one of us is involved in several exchanges with others on a daily basis. How can you navigate these situations and have them turn out in your favor? We teach people to create and maintain transactions using a Transaction Cycle.In this episode, we will break down all the moves and phases of a Transaction Cycle and give examples. We'll discuss examples like attending lunch with a friend, starting a business, and even running the Influential U Podcast through the Transaction Cycle.The Influential U podcast is brought to you each week by Influential U's Self-guided program, "Thrive."The Thrive program allows ambitious adults to develop competitive professional skills to advance their personal goals and business objectives. When you join Thrive, you gain access to our proprietary tools and resources that are only

Join us as we sit down with Codie Wright, a renowned author, speaker, and trainer, who helps people launch, or relaunch, their careers.Before embarking on her educational journey with Influential U, Codie candidly admits to a degree of naivety and struggling with tracking her progress and managing her commitments effectively. Today, Codie navigates life's challenges with ease, drawing on Influential U's teachings to find balance and enhance her overall life satisfaction. Tune in to this episode and learn more about Codie's journey, and how Influential U can empower you to achieve similar success.Join us for our weekly live streams at 2pm pst every Wednesday.The Influential U Podcast is streamed live on our website, Facebook, Linkedin, and Youtube. If you enjoy this podcast, please share it with others. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or any place you get your podcasts.Check out our show notes for links to connect with our guests - plus links to websites, books, or special downloads we talked about. If

It’s our mantra here at Influential U and you hear it a lot when you work with us, "You Are Always Transacting." But what does that mean exactly?When people think of the word transaction, they often think of a transaction as a simple tit for tat exchange. To be “transactional” can mean cold-hearted, calculated- and can be meant as an insult. However, a transaction is not merely a point of sale.Whether you're negotiating a business deal, interacting with your loved ones around a holiday table, or just trying to survive the inter-office drama in your business, "You Are Always Transacting". This entails recognizing that there are always a constant stream of exchanges that are continuously shaping our day-to-day lives. Having an awareness of the existence of these constance exchanges and knowing how you can influence them can give you a leg up in the marketplace, and really everywhere in life.Just like the American Psychologist Jerome Bruner said, "If you engage for long in the study of how human beings relate to

Today we'll discuss "Stage Five: Celebrated” of the Five Stages of Professional Influence. This is the stage when your influence, authority, and identity are embodied and represented in the culture. You've made it and accomplished what you set out to do. If you're in this stage, you've likely decided that the end is in site, and you may be looking at planning an ambitious exit strategy.Perhaps your a successful entrepreneur that’s ready to give the business over to a family member, or a C-Suite Executive at the end of your illustrious career. If that sounds like you, you’re in the right place and our Thrive Program can help you reach your aims.Where are you in the stages of influence? Find out [https://influentialu.global/influencequiz/]If you are seeking more autonomy, authority, a bigger paycheck, or respect, this is a problem that you need to work on, today.The Influential U podcast is brought to you each week by Influential U's Self-guided program, "Thrive."The Thrive program allows ambitious adults to de

In this episode of the Influential U Podcast, we're diving into the world of culinary entrepreneurship as we sit down with Jose Lamas Gonzalez, the General Manager of El Sombrero Mexican Food. Join us as we uncover the inspiring journey of how Jose transformed his career and restaurant business, thanks to the insights and guidance he gained from Influential U's programs.Before embarking on his transformative journey, Jose felt stuck and lacked the confidence to accelerate his career and was settling with his money aspirations. Through his engagement with Influential U's programs, Jose's perspective underwent a remarkable shift. He now embraces a simple guiding principle: every interaction is a transaction, and every transaction is an opportunity.Not only has Jose revolutionized his approach to business, but he also excels in the culinary world. If you're in the South Bay area, particularly Manhattan Beach, don't miss the chance to savor authentic Mexican cuisine at El Sombrero Downtown Manhattan Beach. And, t

Where are you in the stages of influence? Find out [https://influentialu.global/influencequiz/]If you are seeking more autonomy, authority, a bigger paycheck, or respect, this is a problem that you need to work on, today.The Influential U podcast is brought to you each week by Influential U's Self-guided program, "Thrive."The Thrive program allows ambitious adults to develop competitive professional skills to advance their personal goals and business objectives. When you join Thrive, you gain access to our proprietary tools and resources that are only available to our Thrive subscribers. Get a better ROI than your MBA and join us for the Influential U Thrive.Use coupon code "30DAYS" for a free month to try out Thrive for yourself. The link is in the show notes and you may cancel at any time.Try Our Thrive Course for FREE. Limited Time Only [https://influentialu.global/thrive/]Now, let’s get down to business!Find new Influential U content weekly on our website, Facebook, Linkedin, and Youtube channel. If you e

In this episode of the Influential U Podcast, we're thrilled to have Jade Baranski and Jerry Ramey, the dynamic Co-Founders of Mobilize, join us to unravel the secrets of scaling while learning how to scale a business at the same time.Mobilize utilizes the power of data and Artificial Intelligence to transform creativity into tangible results. At its core, Mobilize champions the idea that well-informed decisions are rooted in data-driven insights. By constructing software based on the bedrock of centralized, harmonious data structures, they empower organizations with a singular source of truth.In this episode, Jade and Jerry share their inspiring journey through the realms of entrepreneurship and how they’ve integrated what they’ve learned from Influential U programs into their lives and business. They've been able to achieve some incredible results on a short timeline and have some incredible insights to share.Whether you're a budding entrepreneur, a seasoned business professional, or simply curious about sc

This episode we’ll dive into Stage Three, Known, in the Five Stages of Professional Influence. When you've reached this stage you may have gained some traction in your professional life and are feeling pretty good about your career trajectory and earning potential, however you know that you have not maxed out your potential.Complacency and comfort are the enemy of folks in this stage as they've had some success and oftentimes think they know it all. Don't let that be you. People who've elevated beyond this stage are aware of the fact that life-long learning is essential to maximizing your potential. Oftentimes it's not about what you know, but more importantly what you don't know. And that's where Influential U comes into play. Are you ready to level up?Where are you in the stages of influence? Find out [https://influentialu.global/influencequiz/]If you are seeking more autonomy, authority, a bigger paycheck, or respect, this is a problem that you need to work on, today.The Influential U podcast is brought to

In this week's episode, we are thrilled to have Michael Thomas, a renowned Business Transformation Leader, join us from Seattle, Washington.Step into the world of organizational metamorphosis as Michael shares his expertise in driving substantial savings through end-to-end improvements. With an impressive repertoire of methodologies including Lean, Six Sigma, Agility, and Change Management, Michael's strategic mindset has led to the delivery of multi-million dollar savings.Prepare to be intrigued as Michael delves into the elusive realm of "Personal Magnetism." From the moment he speaks, you'll find yourself irresistibly drawn in, and in this episode, he reveals the secrets behind this captivating quality. Discover how harnessing the power of personal magnetism can positively influence both professional and personal spheres.Join us for an insightful and dynamic conversation that will challenge your perspectives and leave you inspired to unleash your own magnetic potential. Don't miss out on this incredible op

Today we'll discuss "Stage Two - Somewhat Known” of the Five Stages of Professional Influence. This stage is geared towards people who may have begun to get traction in their careers. People within this stage work well with others and within group dynamics. They are starting to get noticed for the value of their specialized help, however they are struggling to stay consistent and find themselves putting out fires more often than they should. Perhaps it's their first management role, or they've gotten noticed by management and been given more day to day responsibilities. This could be someone up for a promotion and wanting to improve their chances.Where are you in the stages of influence? Find out [https://influentialu.global/influencequiz/]If you are seeking more autonomy, authority, a bigger paycheck, or respect, this is a problem that you need to work on, today. The Influential U podcast is brought to you each week by Influential U's Self-guided program, "Thrive."The Thrive program allows ambitious adults t

In this inspiring episode of the Influential U Podcast, we sit down with Gerardo "J.R." Luna, a former mechanic shop owner turned CEO, as he shares his transformative journey and the power of influence. Join us as we explore J.R.'s personal growth and the realization of his untapped potential.J.R. is the CEO of Concourse Motors and Asian AutoTech, in Ventura, California and his specialty shops give him a competitive advantage due to his expertise and customer intimate approach. In this interview he reflects on his pre-Influential U days when he underestimated his own potential impact and considered himself just a worker bee, limiting his opportunities and undervaluing his specialized knowledge. J.R. also discusses his guiding philosophy of "Everyone wins in every transaction I'm involved," and how it shapes his aims and decisions. Join us and discover how he eventually recognizes his specialized value and transcends the role of a mere mechanic.Join us for our weekly live streams at 2pm pst every Wednesday.The