The Thought Leader Revolution Podcast
Nicky Billou
MAKE THE DIFFERENCE YOU WERE BORN TO MAKE
The Business of Thought Leadership podcast is about building your thought leadership around your expertise, your brand and your name. To become well known and highly regarded in the market place for the results you are able to produce for your clients.
Our guests are top thought leaders who have done it. They've become widely known for their expertise and results they're able to deliver for their clients. They all love what they do and get paid very well for doing it.
You'll meet entrepreneurs that have leveraged thought leadership in driving business revenue, coaches that were unknown and barely making ends who later became celebrities and took their income into the 7 figures, consultants that transformed into best-selling authors and built multi-million dollar firms and senior executives who followed their passion, left their day jobs and are changing the world.
We've had interviews with notables such as New Times Best-Selling Author Seth Godin, success and investment coaching icon, Raymond Aaron, a personal coach to billionaires, Alex Charfen & Tony Robbins' Director of Coaching, Marc Von Musser.
Steve Jobs once said "The people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do."
Are you crazy enough to join us in making the difference you were born to make. We want you to 10x your impact, your income and your influence every 12 months.
Financially successful people with purpose and passion are changing the world and we want to inspire you to be one of them.
The Business of Thought Leadership podcast is about building your thought leadership around your expertise, your brand and your name. To become well known and highly regarded in the market place for the results you are able to produce for your clients.
Our guests are top thought leaders who have done it. They've become widely known for their expertise and results they're able to deliver for their clients. They all love what they do and get paid very well for doing it.
You'll meet entrepreneurs that have leveraged thought leadership in driving business revenue, coaches that were unknown and barely making ends who later became celebrities and took their income into the 7 figures, consultants that transformed into best-selling authors and built multi-million dollar firms and senior executives who followed their passion, left their day jobs and are changing the world.
We've had interviews with notables such as New Times Best-Selling Author Seth Godin, success and investment coaching icon, Raymond Aaron, a personal coach to billionaires, Alex Charfen & Tony Robbins' Director of Coaching, Marc Von Musser.
Steve Jobs once said "The people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do."
Are you crazy enough to join us in making the difference you were born to make. We want you to 10x your impact, your income and your influence every 12 months.
Financially successful people with purpose and passion are changing the world and we want to inspire you to be one of them.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Nov 14, 2017 • 32min
EP73: Victor Menasce - Why You Should Add A Zero To Your Business
What's your big revenue goal? Now, add a zero to it. According to our guest, real estate investing expert and author, Victor Menasce, every time he does that, it gives him an extra kick to strategically think what he needs to do to make that goal a reality. What resources will he require? What people must be in place to help him attack his deficiencies? So, if going to the next level is what you seek, adding a zero to go along with structured thinking and planning can assist you in getting there faster. During this interview, you'll learn... The value of planning for the finish and applying millimetre tweaks along the way The importance of consistency and practice applied towards your core genius Why you shouldn't force your business growth To find out more about Victor, visit https://www.thebusinessofthoughtleadership.com.
Nov 7, 2017 • 34min
EP72: Peter Boolkah - Why Isolating Yourself Is Harmful To Your Business
Loneliness. As an entrepreneur, you probably feel this sometimes especially when your business is going through some bumps. It's easy to go into a negative spiral and fall deeper into a rabbit hole when you don't have a supportive network around you. This is why our guest, Transition coach, Peter Boolkah, says you don't have to do this alone. There are great people and resources out there that can help you on your entrepreneurial journey. During this interview, you'll discover... Why you should ditch your ego and surround yourself with people who are more successful than you Why you shouldn't be afraid of investing in your own education Why having a scarcity mindset isn't helping your business To find out more about Peter, visit https://www.thebusinessofthoughtleadership.com.
Oct 31, 2017 • 35min
EP71: Dr. Jason Selk - Why You MUST Discover Your Competitive Edge
What's your ONE THING? That quality which separates you from your competiton. The superpower you're WORLD CLASS at. For our guest, Dr. Jason Selk, he wanted to be the BEST sports psychologist consultant in the world. Well, it became reality. It happened because he created a groundbreaking Mental Training Program for athletes, coaches and eventually business people. At one point, the word spread so wide that the St. Louis Cardinals baseball team hired him as their Director of Sports Psychology. Under his watch, the club would win two World Series titles. During this interview, you'll discover... The importance of finding your unique competitive edge so you can become a profitable go-to expert Why it's crucial to use your expertise to create products that people actually want Why you must be open to leveraging your knowledge to different audiences to increase your revenue streams and grow your platform To find out more about Jason, visit https://www.thebusinessofthoughtleadership.com.
Oct 24, 2017 • 44min
EP70: Todd Stottlemyre - Success Secrets From A World Series Champion
Major League Baseball. Playing on that elite level is a dream for millions of boys around the world. However, for many of them, it remains a fantasy. Not for former World Series Champion pitcher, Todd Stottlemyre. He lived the dream for 14 seasons including reaching the pinnacle of success by winning two championships with the Toronto Blue Jays. Today, as a motivational speaker and author of his new book, Relentless Success: 9-Point System for Major League Achievement, he's helping people maximize their ultimate potential so they can achieve the goals and life they truly want. During this interview, you'll learn.. How the heartbreaking story of Todd's younger brother fuelled his fire to succeed The 9 things you need to achieve your most desired goals Why the power of NOW is crucial in building momentum for any dream you want to make into reality To find out more about Todd, visit https://www.thebusinessofthoughtleadership.com.
Oct 17, 2017 • 31min
EP69: Chad E. Cooper - Why Reframing Your Language & Mindset Can Benefit Your Business
Think about the language you use daily. Is it encouraging or deflating? For example, there's a big difference in saying, "I have to go work out with my family" versus "It's playtime in the gym with my family." Our guest, Chad E. Cooper, who is a professional speaker & author that retired from Microsoft at age 35, has figured this out. He feels by using empowering language and changing your mindset, it can unlock your potential, help you better identify your purpose and core values which ultimately affect your business decisions. During this interview, you'll also learn.. Why the negative stories in your head are preventing you from achieving greatness How thinking of 3 to 5 of the happiest memories of your life can help you discover your purpose Why saying the words, "One More Step" can be the difference between you quitting and achieving incredible accomplishments To find out more about Chad, visit https://www.thebusinessofthoughtleadership.com.
Oct 10, 2017 • 38min
EP68: Charlie Plumb - Business Problem Solving Tips From A Former Prisoner Of War
Distractions. In our chaotic world today, they are everywhere. Unfortunately, somewhere along the line we lost the importance of having solitude in our lives. For our guest, former Navy fighter pilot and POW, Captain Charlie Plumb, time to himself was all that he had. On his 75th mission over North Vietnam, his plane was shot down then he was captured and tortured. He spent the next 2,103 days as a Prisoner Of War in an 8-by-8 foot cell. Throughout his nearly 6 years of captivity, he learned some powerful lessons that not only saved his life but can help you in your business today. During this fascinating interview, you'll discover... How solitude can help stimulate creative solutions to business problems Why you should look at challenges as puzzles to complete The importance of not battling adversity alone To find out more about Charlie, visit https://www.thebusinessofthoughtleadership.com.
Oct 3, 2017 • 37min
EP67: Nancy Duarte - Powerful & Profitable Presentation Tips For Your Next Talk
You're NOT the hero. Your audience is. Our guest, Nancy Duarte, wants you to keep that in mind the next time you're presenting. She is a communication expert who has been featured in Fortune, Forbes, Fast Company, Wired, Wall Street Journal, New York Times, The Economist, LA Times and on CNN. Her firm, Duarte, Inc., is the global leader behind some of the most influential visual messages in business and culture. She believes storytelling can profoundly impact the lives of your audience and move them to action. During this fascinating interview, you'll learn... Why the structure of I tried, I failed, I tried again and I did it! is a powerful story structure to ignite change in the lives of your audience Why you must focus one big clear idea so those in attendance can full absorb its power How empathy can help you have a deeper connection with your audience To find out more about Nancy, visit https://www.thebusinessofthoughtleadership.com.
Sep 26, 2017 • 28min
EP66: Charles Wilton - Fight For Your Dreams No Matter What
Cerebral Palsy. It's a condition marked by impaired muscle coordination and/or other disabilities, typically caused by damage to the brain before or at birth. For those who have it, life is very hard. But, Charles Wilton doesn't let CP hold him back from chasing his dream. He's Canada's first adapted wheelchair boxer and is looking to become a positive example to others who are physically challenged. He's the epitome of someone who is making the difference he was born to make. His story is truly powerful and will no doubt inspire you. During this interview, in which Charles' manager, Sean Morris is also in attendance, you'll learn... The horrific details of Charles' childhood and how he overcame it to live a purpose-filled life The importance of having maximum commitment and persistence when pursuing your goals It's okay to do the opposite of what others tell you sometimes To find out more about Charles Wilton, visit https://www.thebusinessofthoughtleadership.com.
Sep 19, 2017 • 40min
EP65: Marc Von Musser - Why You Should Follow The Right Mentors
Mistakes. We all make them. According to our return guest, Marc Von Musser, who has made over 500,000 sales calls and delivered 10,000 presentations in his career, you can either learn from your own missteps, which is painful and expensive, or you can learn from the mistakes others make and bypass decades of agony. For the second option, you can do this by hiring a mentor and/or becoming a part of an elite mastermind group of successful like-minded people. Both can help support, guide and challenge you to be the true success you are meant to be. However, there are many pretenders out there, so make sure you follow and learn from the right people. During this interview, you'll learn... To identify authentic mentors because they have lived the results you desire The importance of getting clear on your goal and how others can help you get there quicker The negative consequences if you travel on your business journey alone when you don't have to To find out more about Marc, visit https://www.thebusinessofthoughtleadership.com.
Sep 12, 2017 • 31min
EP64: Sharon Worsley - The Do's & Don'ts of Effective Networking
Is it ONLY about YOU? We've all been at networking events where people will promote themselves constantly without letting others share their stories. Some will also give you their business cards without barely engaging in a conversation. It's a terrible first impression. Our guest, business speaker and coach, Sharon Worsley (also known as The Business Development Ninja), has been on the wrong side of those interactions. But, she's learned a lot and has come up with some tips on how you can make your next networking experience a more useful one. During this interview, you'll learn... Why you should enter networking opportunities with a mindset of helping others How introverts can effectively connect with new business contacts Why following up is crucial after networking with people To find out more about Sharon, visit https://www.thebusinessofthoughtleadership.com.
