Your Intended Message

From Rock Bottom to Millionaire: David Price

Communication, Recovery, and Massive Action Massive Success Requires Massive Action Episode 285 (David spends his time between Floirda and Puerto Rico) In this conversation with David Price we explore: * how a destructive inner narrative keeps people stuck and how to rewrite it * why massive change requires massive action * how relocating or disrupting routine can break old patterns * how listening to successful people accelerates learning and results * how emotional truth drives better communication and better sales * how to uncover the client’s real fears and desires through deeper questions * why vulnerability and honesty strengthen client trust * how to succeed in selling the most intangible product—life insurance * why heart and resilience matter more than experience in entrepreneurship * how refusing to quit transforms long-term outcomes and personal identity ----- About our guest, David Price: David spent nearly 20 years battling addiction and has been clean and sober for 12 years. He entered the insurance industry in 2018 and became one of the fastest to reach millionaire status. In 2004 he walked away from a $2 million annual income to rebuild on his own term after challenging how agents were being treated. Learn more about David and working with him in the life insurance business at: https://tpglife.com/ [https://tpglife.com/] ----- Key lessons from this conversation with David Price: * change demands massive action, not minor adjustments * listen to people who demonstrate results, not those who speak the loudest * emotional self-talk shapes choices, progress, and setbacks * drastic change in environment can break destructive patterns * selling begins with uncovering the client’s emotional reason for buying * effective communication requires truth, clarity, and genuine listening * emotional sales outperform logical sales, especially for intangible products * success in entrepreneurship depends on showing up consistently * heart, resilience, and coachability matter more than experience * momentum grows when you refuse to quit and commit daily to action ----- ----more---- Your Intended Message is the podcast about how you can boost your career and business success by honing your communication skills. We’ll examine the aspects of how we communicate one-to-one, one to few and one to many – plus that important conversation, one to self. In these interviews we will explore presentation skills, public speaking, conversation, persuasion, negotiation, sales conversations, marketing, team meetings, social media, branding, self talk and more.   Your host is George Torok George is a specialist in communication skills. Especially presentation. He’s fascinated by the links between communication and influencing behaviors. He delivers training and coaching programs to help leaders and promising professionals deliver the intended message for greater success.   Connect with George www.SpeechCoachforExecutives.com [http://www.speechcoachforexecutives.com/] https://superiorpresentations.net/ [https://superiorpresentations.net/] https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgetorokpresentations/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgetorokpresentations/] https://www.youtube.com/user/presentationskills [https://www.youtube.com/user/presentationskills1]

Why Servant Leaders Win: Gary Ridge

The Donkey Leadership Mindset Every Leader Needs From "I Don't Know: to Great Leadership Episode 284 (Gary is based in California) In this conversation with Gary Ridge we explore: * how humility accelerates learning and strengthens leadership * why saying “I don’t know” unlocks collective intelligence * what servant leadership looks like in practice inside WD-40 * how leaders shift from managing to coaching * why culture requires consistency, not charisma * what it means to lead from the “stinky locker room” * how clarity about “what an A looks like” transforms performance * why purpose matters more than product * how to protect culture by removing toxins early * how great leaders help people step into the best version of themselves ----- About Our Guest, Gary Ridge: Garry has 25 years of experience as Chairman and CEO of WD-40 Company. He is also an adjunct professor at the University of San Diego, where he teaches the principles and practices of corporate culture in the Master of Science in Executive Leadership program. He’s the USA Today Bestselling Author of Any Dumb Ass Can Do It and co-author of Helping People Win at Work with Ken Blanchard. Learn more about Gary Ridge and his services at https://thelearningmoment.net/ [https://thelearningmoment.net/] Follow Gary on Linkedin    https://www.linkedin.com/in/garryridge/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/garryridge/] ----- Key Points from this Conversation with Gary Ridge: 1. Leadership begins with humility and the willingness to say “I don’t know.” 2. Great leaders embrace the role of forever learner and forever teacher. 3. Coaching, not managing, is the true work of effective leadership. 4. Trust is built in the “stinky locker room,” not the corner office. 5. Culture requires values, behavior, and consistency — not quick fixes. 6. Purpose gives meaning beyond the product and unites people around impact. 7. Clarity about “what an A looks like” prevents conflict and accelerates performance. 8. Leaders must remove cultural toxins early, even when performance is high. 9. Ego destroys leadership; empathy and awareness enable it. 10. Leadership is not about the leader — it is about helping people step into the best version of themselves. ----- ----more---- Your Intended Message is the podcast about how you can boost your career and business success by honing your communication skills. We’ll examine the aspects of how we communicate one-to-one, one to few and one to many – plus that important conversation, one to self. In these interviews we will explore presentation skills, public speaking, conversation, persuasion, negotiation, sales conversations, marketing, team meetings, social media, branding, self talk and more.   Your host is George Torok George is a specialist in communication skills. Especially presentation. He’s fascinated by the links between communication and influencing behaviors. He delivers training and coaching programs to help leaders and promising professionals deliver the intended message for greater success.   Connect with George www.SpeechCoachforExecutives.com [http://www.speechcoachforexecutives.com/] https://superiorpresentations.net/ [https://superiorpresentations.net/] https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgetorokpresentations/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgetorokpresentations/] https://www.youtube.com/user/presentationskills [https://www.youtube.com/user/presentationskills1]

The Dirty Dozen Words That Destroy Your Message

12 Words and Phrases That Sabotage Your Communication Communication Tips from George Torok Episode 283 In this episode we explore: * why vague words prevent listeners from seeing what you mean * how double negatives create confusion and weaken your intent * where emotional trigger words derail your message * how insulting phrases show unintended arrogance * why self-diminishing language lowers your authority * how dishonest openers destroy trust * why clichés signal lazy thinking * when jargon works and when it alienates people * how slang phrases degrade the message * why absolutes distort meaning * how weak adverbs dilute clarity * how filler words clutter your message and add noise ----- George Torok is known as The Speech Coach for Executives. He helps business leaders speak with more confidence, clarity and consiness. Learn more about communication coaching with George at https://speechcoachforexecutives.com/ [https://speechcoachforexecutives.com/] Arrange for weekly presentations tips at https://toroktips.com/ [https://toroktips.com/] ----- Key Learning Points from George * eliminate vague words like “stuff” and “things” because they communicate nothing * avoid double negatives which confuse listeners and weaken your intent * beware emotional trigger words that create unintended reactions * drop insulting phrases that imply superiority over your audience * stop using self-diminishing phrases that reduce your credibility * remove dishonest or insincere qualifiers that signal lack of authenticity * avoid clichés that show lazy thinking and add no value * use technical jargon only with those who understand it * remove slang terms that degrade your message and your audience * limit absolutes, which are usually inaccurate exaggerations * avoid weak adverbs like “very,” “really,” and “pretty” * eliminate filler words that clutter your message and reduce clarity ----- ----more---- Your Intended Message is the podcast about how you can boost your career and business success by honing your communication skills. We’ll examine the aspects of how we communicate one-to-one, one to few and one to many – plus that important conversation, one to self. In these interviews we will explore presentation skills, public speaking, conversation, persuasion, negotiation, sales conversations, marketing, team meetings, social media, branding, self talk and more.   Your host is George Torok George is a specialist in communication skills. Especially presentation. He’s fascinated by the links between communication and influencing behaviors. He delivers training and coaching programs to help leaders and promising professionals deliver the intended message for greater success.   Connect with George www.SpeechCoachforExecutives.com [http://www.speechcoachforexecutives.com/] https://superiorpresentations.net/ [https://superiorpresentations.net/] https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgetorokpresentations/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgetorokpresentations/] https://www.youtube.com/user/presentationskills [https://www.youtube.com/user/presentationskills1]

Charisma, Connection & Credibility: Roz Usheroff

Fear, AI & Leadership: How to Stay Human in a Digital World The Truth About Executive Presence Episode 282 (Roz is based in Florida) In this coversation with Roz Usheroff we explore: * how authenticity shapes executive presence * why emotional intelligence matters more than polish * how leaders can support people through AI-driven uncertainty * the rise of “quiet cracking” and what it signals * why psychological safety fuels innovation * where charisma comes from and how it works * the power of host behavior in building trust * how leaders can read the room and adjust * why embracing imperfections increases credibility * how to seek useful feedback without creating defensiveness ----- About our guest Roz Usheroff: Roz is the founder of the Usherfoll Institute whose core mission is to help people discover and understand their unique talens and embrace their leadership capabilities that lead to both personal and corporate profitability. She is host of The Roz Usheroff Podcast that is designed for professionals who want to enhace their leadership presence, personal brand and career trajectory by developing executive presence. Learn more about Roz and her services at https://usheroff.com/ [https://usheroff.com/] ----- Key Lessons from this conversation with Roz Usheroff: * authenticity is the foundation of executive presence and differentiation * emotional intelligence is more important than polish or perfection * leaders must help people navigate fear, uncertainty and AI disruption * psychological safety drives innovation and engagement * charisma is not extroversion; it is the ability to connect and make people feel seen * host behavior builds trust, approachability and stronger leadership presence * leaders must read the room, adapt and adjust based on emotional cues * perfection erodes connection; humanity strengthens credibility * feedback must be sought strategically through third-party questions * avoid being an “advice monster”; ask deeper questions before offering solutions ----- ----more---- Your Intended Message is the podcast about how you can boost your career and business success by honing your communication skills. We’ll examine the aspects of how we communicate one-to-one, one to few and one to many – plus that important conversation, one to self. In these interviews we will explore presentation skills, public speaking, conversation, persuasion, negotiation, sales conversations, marketing, team meetings, social media, branding, self talk and more.   Your host is George Torok George is a specialist in communication skills. Especially presentation. He’s fascinated by the links between communication and influencing behaviors. He delivers training and coaching programs to help leaders and promising professionals deliver the intended message for greater success.   Connect with George www.SpeechCoachforExecutives.com [http://www.speechcoachforexecutives.com/] https://superiorpresentations.net/ [https://superiorpresentations.net/] https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgetorokpresentations/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgetorokpresentations/] https://www.youtube.com/user/presentationskills [https://www.youtube.com/user/presentationskills1]

A Better Way to Drive Change: Jeff Wetherhold

Why Top-Down Change Fails and how leaders can fix it How to lead change without burning out or losing your team Episode 281 (Jeff is based in Maine) In this conversation with Jeff Wetherhold we explore: * why 88% of change initiatives fail and what leaders consistently overlook * how treating change as a communication challenge shifts results * how ambivalence, not resistance, explains employee behaviour * how motivational interviewing helps leaders reduce resistance * why reflections help people reveal their own motivations * why benefits must be discovered rather than declared * how top-down directives undermine trust and buy-in * how leaders can engage skeptics without burning out * why individual conversations drive organizational change * how leaders can begin using these tools immediately ----- About our guest, Jeff Wetherfold: Jeff has 20+ years understanding what helps or hinders change for people and organizations. He is a former behvioral science researcher who has learned and worked extensively in the fields of change management, process improvement, motivational interviewing and leadership communication. Learn more about Jeff and hisspeaking, training and coaching services at https://www.jeffwetherhold.com/ [https://www.jeffwetherhold.com/] ----- Key lessons from this conversation with Jeff: * in this conversation we explore why 88% of organizational change fails and what leaders overlook * in this conversation we explore why change is primarily a communication challenge, not a technical one * in this conversation we explore how leaders mistakenly assume employees hold fixed attitudes toward change * in this conversation we explore the concept of ambivalence and why every person has reasons both for and against change * in this conversation we explore why top-down change efforts almost always fail * in this conversation we explore how motivational interviewing helps leaders move people toward change * in this conversation we explore why leaders need more reflections and fewer questions * in this conversation we explore how to identify and amplify employees’ intrinsic motivations * in this conversation we explore why benefits must be defined by employees, not assumed by leaders * in this conversation we explore why organizational change succeeds only when individuals choose to change ----- ----more---- Your Intended Message is the podcast about how you can boost your career and business success by honing your communication skills. We’ll examine the aspects of how we communicate one-to-one, one to few and one to many – plus that important conversation, one to self. In these interviews we will explore presentation skills, public speaking, conversation, persuasion, negotiation, sales conversations, marketing, team meetings, social media, branding, self talk and more.   Your host is George Torok George is a specialist in communication skills. Especially presentation. He’s fascinated by the links between communication and influencing behaviors. He delivers training and coaching programs to help leaders and promising professionals deliver the intended message for greater success.   Connect with George www.SpeechCoachforExecutives.com [http://www.speechcoachforexecutives.com/] https://superiorpresentations.net/ [https://superiorpresentations.net/] https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgetorokpresentations/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgetorokpresentations/] https://www.youtube.com/user/presentationskills [https://www.youtube.com/user/presentationskills1]