The Stacking Benjamins Show Zoe Chance Shows You How Influence Is Your Superpower (SB1622)
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Dec 26, 2024 Zoe Chance, a Yale professor and author of "Influence Is Your Superpower," shares her expertise on the art of influence. She reveals techniques like the ‘Kindly Brontosaurus’ approach and discusses the importance of saying ‘no’ to foster clarity and boundaries. Zoe reflects on how childhood traits of negotiation can diminish with age, urging listeners to regain that empowering influence. The conversation also highlights key strategies for retirement planning amidst longer life expectancies, wrapping up with practical advice for managing Health Savings Accounts.
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Longevity's Impact on Retirement
- Longevity is a game-changer for retirement planning.
- People are living longer, requiring larger savings and longer-term investments.
Lost Childhood Influence
- Children are naturally influential but lose this ability as they grow older.
- We are taught to 'play small' and prioritize obedience over self-advocacy.
Kindly Brontosaurus
- Use the Kindly Brontosaurus technique in conflicts.
- Express your desires while remaining optimistic and warm, like a gentle giant.
