
Podcast Payoffs
Podcast Payoffs explores the links between technology and teamwork, and what it means for the new future we're facing. Podcasting is a powerful coaching platform and entrepreneurs will learn how to master this valuable marketing opportunity. With Strategic Coach Founder Dan Sullivan and Podcast Network Manager Gord Vickman.
Latest episodes

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Mar 26, 2024 • 27min
The Pitch Isn’t Perfect
Dan Sullivan and Gord Vickman discuss why pitches often get ignored and how to truly engage with your audience. They emphasize the importance of asking questions rather than giving answers, focusing on building relationships over traditional market approaches. They highlight the crisis in technology and marketing where more effort doesn't yield results, and stress the power of questions to make people think about their future.

Feb 27, 2024 • 29min
Creating Backstage Magic With Teamwork And Technology
Discover the secrets of teamwork and technology for creating backstage magic. Learn how Strategic Coach® handles crises, the role of video conferencing as a transportation tool, and the importance of building a strong team culture. Explore how internal politics can interfere with communication, the benefits of being on the winning or learning team, and the impact of technology on personal development. Dive into the challenges faced by large corporations in adapting to new technologies.

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Jan 16, 2024 • 22min
Start By Asking Who’s Not In The Room
Dan Sullivan and Gord Vickman discuss the importance of deciding who's in the room when it comes to podcasting. They highlight the possibility of niching down and specializing in podcasting. They also mention the significance of always being the buyer and share personal anecdotes about surrounding oneself with the right people for their work. The speakers emphasize the importance of total cash confidence and growth-oriented individuals.

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Dec 6, 2023 • 34min
Going Beyond Overwhelm And Mastering AI Collaboration, with Evan Ryan
Evan Ryan, a technology expert, discusses how to regain control and use AI to enhance human potential. They explore the importance of knowing what you want and making technology work for you. They also discuss the distinction between data, information, knowledge, and wisdom, as well as the impact of AI on entrepreneurship and the shift from manual labor to knowledge work. Evan shares his freedom as a digital nomad but sets technological boundaries. The podcast emphasizes the need to utilize technology effectively while staying grounded in the real world.

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Nov 2, 2023 • 39min
AI As Your Teammate: A Conversation With Evan Ryan
In this episode, special guest Evan Ryan, an expert in artificial intelligence (AI), joins Dan Sullivan and Gord Vickman to discuss the potential of AI in various aspects of life. They emphasize that AI is a tool to enhance human capabilities, not a replacement. They also explore the lack of AI mentions in the podcasting industry and discuss productivity tools, age reversal, and the concept of the 'freed up Olympics'.

Sep 19, 2023 • 25min
Twenty Years Of Compelling Conversations
Discover the early experiences and growth of podcasting over the past two decades. Learn about the importance of building relationships with listeners and providing engaging content. Hear interesting anecdotes, facts, and predictions about podcasting's history. Explore how advancements in technology have made podcasting more accessible for everyone.

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Aug 16, 2023 • 25min
Meet Me In The Middle: Navigating AI And What It Means To Make Things
The podcast explores the concept of 'Geometry For Staying Cool & Calm' in the age of AI, emphasizing the need to constantly create. It discusses how AI can boost productivity for less experienced workers and highlights the irrelevance of academic credentials in a networked world. The podcast touches on the accessibility and benefits of podcasting, the future of productivity with AI, and the resistance to change in the educational system. It also delves into challenges within education and the importance of networks and project-based work.

Jul 20, 2023 • 19min
Your First Show Is Your Worst Show
The hosts discuss the challenges of starting a podcast and the importance of overcoming fears. They emphasize the power of incorporating narratives and teamwork in podcasting. A memorable incident taught the speaker the importance of providing value to the audience. Commitment, confidence, and consistency are key in achieving success in podcasting. Setting deadlines and enjoying the journey are also important factors in podcasting.

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Jun 8, 2023 • 27min
How To Win Big By Doing Less
Gord Vickman and Dan Sullivan discuss Dan's latest book, 10x Is Easier Than 2x, co-authored by Dr. Ben Hardy. They explore the concept of achieving 10x growth by making significant changes and shedding outdated methods. The podcast also highlights the power of decision making in art and comedy, the value of finding the right people to help achieve goals, and the effectiveness of books in generating qualified leads.

May 2, 2023 • 26min
Human Horsepower
Get the latest book by Dan Sullivan and Ben Hardy, 10x Is Easier Than 2x.Dan Sullivan and Gord Vickman discuss the importance of partnership between AI and humans—finding a balance between technology and the human touch. Dan also shares his insights about where ideas come from and the differences between creativity, wisdom, and intelligence. In This Episode: Dan and Gord talk about the importance of AI-human partnership, addressing concerns of AI replacing human creativity.Where does Dan get his ideas? Through conversations with ambitious people and those who faced setbacks, as well as by thinking about his thinking.Intelligence manifests in Unique Ability®, like Larry Bird's situational quickness and unpredictability in basketball.Human creativity links unrelated concepts, while AI focuses on patterns and predictability.What’s the difference between data, information, knowledge, and wisdom?Journalism's decline linked to AI's inability to replicate the classic journalist’s three Ws: waiting, wondering, and wandering.News reporter Barbara Frum interviewing the Shah of Iran's consort, tapping into the listeners’ reactions in a way that AI never could.Dan sees AI as just another tool, not a replacement for human thinking, and emphasizes maintaining agency and partnership with technology. Resources: Larry BirdBarbara Frum, from the CBC archivesHoward Getson – CEO, CapitalogixThe Gulag Archipelago by Aleksandr SolzhenitsynThe Strategic Podcast Network