Former U.S. Secret Service Agent, Evy Poumpouras, shares insights on detecting lies, gaining control over others, and building confidence. She discusses her experiences working for 4 U.S. Presidents, ways to tell if someone is lying, and the importance of boundaries and respect in leadership roles.

When you walk into a new situation, a new job , or family function, how you show up matters more than most would rather admit. How you dress, the way you speak, and your facial expressions are all communicating and telling a story on your behalf. Evy Poumpuras, former secret service agent has been a guest on Women of Impact multiple times, and each time she’s brought so much knowledge and hard hitting truths with her that can level you up and change your life. Whether it’s being more confident, taking control of your emotional responses, or commanding respect in the workplace, Evy is unpacking everything you need to know to be super badass.SHOW NOTES:Master Body Language & Be Warm [0:28]How to Handle Disrespect [20:39]Master Confidence [37:33]Master Your Emotions [48:56]This Commands Respect [1:14:23]Think & Speak With Conviction [1:23:48]How to Handle Confrontation [1:36:30]Follow Evy Poumpouras:Website: https://www.evypoumpouras.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/evypoumpourasLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evypoumpouras/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/evypoumpouras/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evypoumpouras/Are You Ready for EXTRA Impact?Calling all Badasses!! If you really want to level up your confidence game, check out the WOMEN OF IMPACT SUBSCRIPTION, specially designed to turn you into the badass you were born to be! Women of EXTRA Impact Subscription Benefits: New episodes delivered ad-free Exclusive access to listen to Women of Impact round table discussions, weekly motivation, previously unreleased episodes, and more!  Subscriber-only access to an additional 4 podcasts with hundreds of archived Women of Impact episodes, meticulously curated into themed playlists, and updated weekly. Looking to boost your confidence? Check out the Get Confident playlist.  Want to repair and heal your relationships? Start with Love Lab.  Curious about your health? We’ve got you covered in Health Hub.  And of course, weekly boosts of mini-motivation from Lisa herself that'll have you strutting through life with your head held high on the Badass Boosts playlist  Don't settle for mediocrity when you can be extraordinary!Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/457ebrPSubscribe on all other platforms (Google Podcasts, Spotify, Castro, Downcast, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Podcast Addict, Podcast Republic, Podkicker, and more) : https://impacttheorynetwork.supercast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Todays guest is Evy Poumpouras. Evy is a multimedia journalist who regularly appears on the Today Show, NBC, MSNBC, and GMA covering topics on national security, law enforcement, and crime. Evy’s actions as a first responder during the 9/11 terror attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City bestowed her the United States Secret Service Valor Award. As a member of the most prestigious protection force in the world for over 12 years, Evy served on the Secret Service’s Presidential Protective Division for President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama. When not safeguarding the world’s most high value assets, Evy worked complex criminal investigations, operated undercover, and was an interrogator for the agency’s elite polygraph unit specially trained in the art of lie detection, human behavior, and cognitive influence. Check out Evy's book, Becoming Bulletproof: Protect Yourself, Read People, Influence Situations, Live Fearlessly. In this episode, you will learn:The difference between a disagreement and being competitive.How to feel more comfortable addressing a conflict.How to master your relationships.Why you should trust people conditionally. For more, go to lewishowes.com/1270Check out Evy's prior episode here - https://link.chtbl.com/1092-podDaymond John on How to Close any Deal and Achieve Any Outcome: https://link.chtbl.com/928-podSara Blakely on Writing Your Billion Dollar Story: https://link.chtbl.com/893-pod Get more from Lewis! Pre-order my new book Make Money EasyGet The Greatness Mindset audiobook on SpotifyText Lewis AIYouTubeInstagramWebsiteTiktokFacebookX

Evy Poumpouras, a former U.S. Secret Service Special Agent, shares her strategies for earning and maintaining respect in the workplace. She emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, suggesting that even subtle changes in tone can impact how you're perceived. Engaging meaningfully rather than frequently in discussions boosts your 'contribution score' and respect. Addressing disrespect immediately, though uncomfortable, can strengthen relationships and elevate future interactions—fostering a healthier and more productive work environment.

“Stop doing things that you are only comfortable with.”Today's guest is Evy Poumpouras. As a member of the most prestigious protection force in the world for over 12 years, Evy served on the Secret Service’s Presidential Protective Division for President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama. She has also protected presidents George W. Bush, William J. Clinton, and George H.W. Bush. When not safeguarding the world’s most high value assets, Evy worked complex criminal investigations, operated undercover, and was an interrogator for the agency’s elite polygraph unit specially trained in the art of lie detection, human behavior, and cognitive influence.Evy’s actions as a first responder during the 9/11 terror attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City bestowed her the United States Secret Service Valor Award.In this episode Lewis and Evy discuss the three questions to ask someone in order to get the truth, the best way to build command, authority and credibility, how to stop worrying about other people’s opinions, and so much more!For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1092Check out her book: Becoming Bulletproof: Protect Yourself, Read People, Influence Situations, and Live FearlesslyDaymond John on How to Close any Deal and Achieve Any Outcome: https://link.chtbl.com/928-podSara Blakely on Writing Your Billion Dollar Story: https://link.chtbl.com/893-pod Get more from Lewis! Pre-order my new book Make Money EasyGet The Greatness Mindset audiobook on SpotifyText Lewis AIYouTubeInstagramWebsiteTiktokFacebookX

There's a way to always get what you want and it starts with being able to accurately read people. Human beings are social creatures which means understanding how we communicate is one of the most important parts of our lives and that’s why this week I wanted to bring together two extraordinary interviews I’ve had with former Secret Service Agent, Evy Poumpouras, and former FBI Negotiator, Chris Voss.In this episode we discuss how to build rapport and trust with someone, knowing the difference between someone who is lying or telling the truth, the formula to get people to do things for you because they feel like it, the hostage negotiation tactics you should be using on a daily basis, and so much more!For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1203Get Chris' book: Never Split the DifferenceGet Evy's book: Becoming BulletproofCheck out the full episodes:Chris Voss EP 902 - www.lewishowes.com/902Evy Poumpouras EP 1092 - www.lewishowes.com/1092  Get more from Lewis! Pre-order my new book Make Money EasyGet The Greatness Mindset audiobook on SpotifyText Lewis AIYouTubeInstagramWebsiteTiktokFacebookX

Former US Secret Service agent, Evy Poumpouras, shares insights on mastering emotions, the power of problem-solving, and the role of ego. She challenges the idea of blaming childhood trauma, discusses the drawbacks of being an empath, and the correlation between people-pleasing and boundaries.

Former Secret Service agent Evy Poumpouras shares psychological tricks for reading body language and spotting liars. She delves into decoding body language, detecting deception, and enhancing communication through paralinguistics. Evy emphasizes the importance of observing nonverbal cues, projecting confidence, and setting boundaries in personal and professional relationships.

In a world filled with overwhelm and burnout, it’s crucial to set mental boundaries and create space for yourself so you can focus on reaching your full potential. One of the ways I do this is by priming my brain for productivity and happiness throughout the day. Believe me, it’s easier said than done, and some days are harder than others. So, for this episode I’m bringing back guests who provide key insights on avoiding mental burnout, and perfecting the art of priming the brain for success. In this episode we discuss:How to develop a routine for peak performance with Neuroscientist Andrew HubermanHow to refocus on living the life you deserve with Tony RobbinsSteps to repairing brain function with Psychiatrist Dr. Daniel AmenThe best techniques for using language to build confidence and gain respect with Former Secret Agent Evy Poumpouras For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1263Andrew Huberman's Episode: www.lewishowes.com/1204Tony Robbins' Episode: www.lewishowes.com/1107Dr. Daniel Amen's Episode: www.lewishowes.com/1120 & www.lewishowes.com/1121Evy Poumpouras' Episode: www.lewishowes.com/1092 Get more from Lewis! Pre-order my new book Make Money EasyGet The Greatness Mindset audiobook on SpotifyText Lewis AIYouTubeInstagramWebsiteTiktokFacebookX

Evy Poumpouras is a former Special Agent with the U.S. Secret Service, co-host of Bravo TV’s competition series Spy Games, and author of the best-selling book Becoming Bulletproof: Protect Yourself, Read People, Influence Situations, Live Fearlessly. During her time as a United States Secret Service Special Agent, Evy was considered one of the agency’s elite interview and interrogation experts. Evy holds a Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology as well as a Master of Science in Journalism from Columbia University. She teaches Criminal Justice and Criminology as an Adjunct Professor at the City University of New York and Leadership and Negotiation at the Athens University of Economics and Business. In this episode we discuss:How to build courage and make tough choices.Why it’s important to serve humanity and leave behind a legacy.How to read people and question them.What real power and strength in difficult situations looks like.This episode is brought to you by House of Macademias, Apollo Neuro, 1stPhorm, Inside TrackerBe Taught by EvyGet Evy's BookMentioned in this episode:$40 off the Apollo Wearablehttp://apolloneuro.com/drlyonGet 20% off your first orderhttps://houseofmacadamias.com/drlyonVisit 1st Phorm Website for Free Shippinghttp://www.1stphorm.com/drlyonInside Tracker 20% Off the Entire Storehttps://info.insidetracker.com/drlyon