Phil M. Jones, expert in creativity, expertise, community, and personal growth, shares his journey from teenage business ventures to self-publishing and building the life he wants. The podcast explores effective communication in relationships, the value of expertise, and challenges of raising twins. They also discuss a sales training program focused on enhancing persuasive abilities.
Valuing expertise and delivering exceptional work leads to achieving more.
True value lies in choosing to value and apply advice, not the advice itself.
Creating a sense of comfort and community fosters the desire to share ideas and connect.
Deep dives
The power of distilled work and expertise
The speaker emphasizes the importance of producing highly distilled work that showcases expertise. They highlight that people often give up on ideas before they have a chance to fully develop. By valuing expertise and focusing on delivering exceptional work, one can achieve more.
Empowering others through valuable advice
The podcast episode discusses the significance of valuing advice and how it is important for individuals to make their own decisions based on personal significance. The speaker emphasizes that true value lies not in the advice itself, but in someone choosing to value and apply that advice.
Building a comfortable and connected community
Creating a sense of comfort and community is crucial, whether it's in a local gathering like EPIC in Toronto or in the corporate space. The speaker shares personal experiences of being part of a community where speakers find comfort and connection, which ultimately leads to a desire to return and share ideas.
Adaptation and evolution as keys to success
The episode explores the importance of adaptation and evolution, using TED, PopTech, and Renaissance as examples of conferences that lost their edge over time due to changes in focus. The speaker highlights the need to constantly evolve and reinvent oneself, shedding what no longer serves and embracing new ideas and opportunities.
The Power of Strategic Curiosity
Phil demonstrates the importance of strategic curiosity in conversations and decision-making. He emphasizes the need to ask insightful questions before jumping to conclusions or giving advice. By slowing down the process and understanding the true problem, one can have a better chance of finding effective solutions and achieving meaningful outcomes. Phil believes that true leaders help others see what's right for them, rather than projecting their own opinions. He encourages individuals to understand that people do things for their reasons and not yours, and that empowering others through better questioning can lead to a better world.
The Importance of Sales Skills
Phil highlights the significance of sales skills in various aspects of life, including business, personal influence, and relationships. He challenges the notion that sales skills are only about closing deals or marketing strategies. Instead, he emphasizes the need to identify and create opportunities within relationships, as well as the ability to influence and persuade effectively. According to Phil, sales skills, such as understanding opportunity, mastering relationships, and identifying customer needs, can have a significant impact on personal growth and success. He recommends his audiobook, 'How to Persuade and Get Paid,' as a resource for developing these essential sales skills.
In this exciting episode 020 of "Mind Shift" we're diving deep into the world of creativity, expertise, community, and personal growth with the incredible Phil M. Jones.
Phil M. Jones then shares his amazing journey from teenage business ventures to facing the 2008 financial crisis head-on and even stepping into self-publishing and building the business and life he wants to live.
We also dive into the art of leadership, effective communication, and the secrets behind persuasion.
Discover how to align with your values, nurture empathy in your relationships, and grow as an individual.
So, get ready to join us on this incredible journey of growth and transformation.
Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts
Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
