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Learn Speak Teach
Hosted by Ben Albert of Real Business Connections · EN
Real conversations with internationally known mentors. If you love to LEARN, be inspired, and achieve, we’re here to SPEAK and TEACH!
Join host Ben Albert for authentic and impactful discussions with world-renowned mentors on the Learn Speak Teach Podcast by Real Business Connections. From executives and entrepreneurs to behavior scientists and wellness experts, we explore diverse voices, compressing decades of wisdom into insightful minutes.
This isn't just about actionable insights. We delve deeper, navigating through struggle and resilience towards success. Discover the importance of networking, the journey to entrepreneurial success, the dynamics of human behavior in business, the art of public speaking, and more.
Embark on this learning expedition to inspire achievement. With Learn Speak Teach, engage in conversations that matter. Let's learn, speak, and teach together!
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How To Master Anything No Matter The Circumstance w/ Peter Sage (LST #156)
1w ago00:55:33Tap to summarizeLearn Speak Teach Episode #156 with Peter Sage.What does it take to master your mind when life gets brutal? In this episode, Peter Sage shares lessons from rowing the Atlantic, spending 6 months in prison for something he says he didn’t do, losing everything, and building his life back from the ground up.Today, we are thrilled to have Peter Sage on the show, a serial entrepreneur, speaker, author, mentor, and 7x TEDx speaker who has taught more than 76,000 students across 100+ countries.In this episode, Peter breaks down what self-mastery really looks like under pressure, how to take complete responsibility for your life, why adversity can become your greatest teacher, and why fulfillment matters more than chasing success alone. He also shares deep perspective shifts on fear, freedom, growth, identity, and what it means to stop swimming upstream.The episode also explores prison, ocean rowing, emotional resilience, false goals, and how to become the kind of person who can handle anything life throws at you.Timestamps:[00:00] Trailer and Intro[01:02] Rowing the Atlantic vs. Prison[08:19] Mastering Your Mind Under Pressure[10:46] Fear of Death and Fear of Living[13:50] Losing Everything and Going to Prison[18:13] Becoming a Secret Agent of Change[25:51] How to Become an Agent of Change[33:34] Take Complete Responsibility[37:11] Is It Too Late to Change?[43:26] Time, Money, and Fulfillment[50:57] How to Connect with Peter SageKey Takeaways: • “Life is a growth centric experience, not a comfort centric experience.” ~Peter Sage• “Who shows up to answer the voice? Is it the coward, the criticizer or the champion?” ~Peter Sage• “If you do not make peace with understanding death, you will end up being afraid to live.” ~Peter Sage• “I went in there not with the identity of a prisoner. I went in as a secret agent of change.” ~Peter Sage• Becoming the example and the invitation is how you truly impact other people. ~Peter Sage• “You taking complete responsibility for everything that happens in your life, case closed.” ~Peter Sage• “I can’t get it wrong and I can’t run out of time.” ~Peter Sage• True wealth is what is left when all your money is gone. ~Peter SageKeep In Touch with Peter Sage:Website: https://petersage.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealpetersage/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealPeterSage/videosFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Peter-Sage/100044204765430/—Follow Balbert…Facebook: www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnectionsInstagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/–LST is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/-This feed is JUST LEARN SPEAK TEACH EPISODES. To listen to all of our episodes from "Real Business Connections," search 'Real Business Connections' on your podcast player, or head to www.RealBusinessConnections.com
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How to Build Confidence and Wealth: From Skinny and Broke to Ripped and Rich w/ Markus Kaulius (LST #155)
2w ago00:56:28Tap to summarizeLearn Speak Teach Episode #155 with Markus Kaulius.What does it take to build confidence, wealth, and a bigger life without losing yourself? In this episode, Markus Kaulius shares how he went from a broken home, low self-worth, and getting bullied for being skinny to becoming a confident entrepreneur, investor, and leader. He also breaks down how discipline, consistency, and the right environment can change everything.Today, we are thrilled to have Markus Kaulius on the show, a serial entrepreneur, impact-driven investor, bestselling author, and founder of Five Talent Capital. Markus has built multiple 8 and 9 figure companies, helped scale one business to $170M in global sales, and now helps others think differently about growth, money, and fulfillment.In this episode, Markus shares practical lessons on confidence, health, investing, compounding, diversification, and why you should only invest in things you fully understand. He also opens up about faith, impact, and why success without fulfillment is never enough.Timestamps:[00:00] Trailer + Intro[01:40] From Broken Home to Confidence[04:09] What If Your Past Was a Gift?[06:28] The Turning Point[09:29] Stop Getting Comfortable[11:12] Grow 1% Every Day[13:14] Excuses or Results[13:59] 31,000 Steps and Finding Time[17:15] You Already Know Who You Are[18:43] Try More Things[20:33] Become a Magnet for the Right People[22:55] Don’t Copy Someone Else’s Path[24:28] Five Talent Capital[25:25] Why Diversification Matters[27:43] A Kindergartener’s Education on Money[29:50] Only Invest in What You Understand[32:00] Understanding Fees and Risk[35:22] Find Someone You Trust[37:38] How to Start Building Wealth[38:50] The Compounding Effect[39:30] The Looksmaxing Trap[41:43] The Cost of Shortcuts[45:10] Focus on Just Two Things[47:16] Why Health Impacts Everything[48:44] Stop Chasing Motivation[49:07] Invest in Help and Accountability[50:47] Your Health Is Cheaper Today[51:59] How to Support Markus[52:38] Tell Someone Your Decision[54:21] Where to Connect with MarkusKey Takeaways: • What if all the garbage in your past was actually a gift? ~Markus Kaulius• You already know who you’re supposed to be. ~Markus Kaulius• If you feel called to play a bigger game, lean into that calling. Do not get complacent. ~Markus Kaulius• You can have excuses or you can have results, but you cannot have both. ~Markus Kaulius• Spend time with people who look like they’re further on the path than you. ~Markus Kaulius• Become the person you’re supposed to be and you will attract the people you’re supposed to attract. ~Markus Kaulius• Only invest in things that you fully understand. ~Markus Kaulius• If you have 15 to 20 uncorrelated investments, you reduce your risk dramatically. ~Markus Kaulius• Have money come out of your account every month. Just have it pulled. ~Markus Kaulius• Pick something you can do consistently. ~Markus Kaulius• How much motivation do you need to brush your teeth? ~Markus Kaulius• You can’t improve all seven things at once. Pick two and go all in. ~Markus Kaulius• Health is cheapest today. ~Ben Albert• You can still relax without losing the whole night. ~Ben AlbertKeep In Touch with Markus Kaulius :Website: https://www.fivetalentcapital.co/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markuskaulius/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markuskaulius/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markus.kaulius/—Follow Balbert…Facebook: www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnectionsInstagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/–LST is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/-This feed is JUST LEARN SPEAK TEACH EPISODES. To listen to all of our episodes from "Real Business Connections," search 'Real Business Connections' on your podcast player, or head to www.RealBusinessConnections.com
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The Bravery Effect w/ Jill Schulman (LST #154)
3w ago00:52:18Tap to summarizeLearn Speak Teach Episode #154 with Jill Schulman.Bravery isn’t being fearless. Bravery is taking a step forward in the presence of fear. When you do the hard thing scared, you build confidence, resilience, and a deeper sense of pride in who you are becoming.Today, we are thrilled to have Jill Schulman on the show, a former United States Marine, positive psychology expert, speaker, and author of The Bravery Effect.In this episode, Jill shares the science behind bravery, stress, confidence, failure, and resilience. She explains why action comes before confidence, why avoiding fear can shrink your life, and how doing hard things can actually make you happier.The episode also explores brave communication, asking for help, building a brave tribe, and why leaders, parents, and teams should support people in meeting high standards instead of removing every challenge.During this episode, you will learn about:[00:00] Trailer + Intro[01:25] Why Jill Intimidates Ben[02:56] Becoming a Marine[03:31] The Navy SEAL Confidence Course[05:46] Bravery Is Not Fearlessness[06:47] What Failure Really Teaches You[09:03] After Action Reports[10:26] Is Stress Actually Bad for You?[14:45] Building Your Bravery Muscle[18:41] Bravery and Happiness[19:04] Experiential Avoidance[21:26] Feeding the Brave Wolf[22:34] You Have the Power to Change Your Life[24:53] Manifesting Requires Action[26:39] Attack the Hill[28:44] Action Precedes Confidence[30:18] Curating a Brave Tribe[33:19] Today’s Soft World[37:49] Redefining a Me Day[40:06] Helping People Meet the Standard[43:15] Brave Communication[45:26] Nice vs. Kind[46:26] The Bravery Effect[48:20] Bravery Workouts[49:37] Do Things ScaredKey Takeaways: • Bravery is not being fearless. Bravery is taking a step forward in the presence of fear. ~Jill Schulman• When you are scared and do it anyway, you become more confident. ~Jill Schulman• Failures are stepping stones to success. ~Jill Schulman• Your mindset on stress is predictive of how you respond to stress. ~Jill Schulman• Anyone can build their bravery muscle. ~Jill Schulman• Each time you avoid something you fear, you give the fear more power. ~Jill Schulman• You have the power to change your life, but it will require bravery. ~Jill Schulman• Action precedes confidence. ~Jill Schulman• Bravery is contagious. ~Jill Schulman• A me day means keeping promises to yourself. ~Jill Schulman• Asking for help is a source of strength and it will make you stronger. ~Jill Schulman• Nice guys may finish last, but kind guys finish first. ~Ben Albert• Courageous is kind. ~Jill SchulmanKeep In Touch with Jill Schulman:Website: https://www.jillschulman.com/Book: The Bravery Effect: https://www.amazon.com/Bravery-Effect-Teaching-Conquering-Achieving/dp/B0F2BBPR35 Additional Resources:Free Bravery Assessment: https://www.jillschulman.com/Free Brave Action Guide: https://www.jillschulman.com/—Follow Balbert…Facebook: www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnectionsInstagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/–LST is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/-This feed is JUST LEARN SPEAK TEACH EPISODES. To listen to all of our episodes from "Real Business Connections," search 'Real Business Connections' on your podcast player, or head to www.RealBusinessConnections.com
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How to Create What You Can, Not What You Should w/ Vinnie Potestivo (LST #153)
Apr 2701:01:27Tap to summarizeWatch the full episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/8QwCwGjDn-ILearn Speak Teach Episode #153 with Vinnie Potestivo.What does it really take to get discovered, build a personal brand, and create content that lasts? In this episode, Vinnie Potestivo shares why creators, entrepreneurs, and leaders need to stop waiting for perfect conditions and start making what they can with what they already have.Today, we are thrilled to have Vinnie Potestivo on the show, an Emmy Award-winning media advisor, talent development and media strategist, and the host of I Have A Podcast. Vinnie is widely known for helping executives, founders, and creatives grow and monetize their personal brands, and for launching talent, shows, and media properties that have shaped modern pop culture.As a network executive at MTV from 1998 to 2007, Vinnie helped discover talent and develop original programming behind shows and franchises including Punk’d, The Osbournes, TRL, 8th & Ocean, Wild ’N Out, and The Challenge. Through his work at VPE and beyond, he has continued helping clients develop, launch, distribute, and amplify original content across platforms, especially in podcasting.In this episode, Vinnie shares stories from his early days editing with two VCRs, building his career at MTV, and learning what really makes content timeless. The conversation also explores podcast guesting, audience-building, creative resilience, and why documenting your life can often be more powerful than trying to manufacture perfect content.During this episode, you will learn about:[00:00] Trailer + Intro[01:25] Creativity as a Survival Skill[02:28] Editing with Two VCRs[05:14] Create First, Edit Later[06:18] Why Documenting Works[10:17] What Makes Content Timeless[13:46] The Osbournes and Building Hit Shows[18:11] Punk’d, Jersey Shore, and Media Evolution[26:37] How to Start Building a Brand[30:40] Why Podcast Guesting Matters[34:44] Using a Podcast to Declare Who You Are[36:39] Finding Your Voice in Public[41:18] Why Human Beats Perfect[51:10] The Why Ladder[53:28] Create What You Can, Not What You Should[58:28] What Vinnie Gets to Do Next[59:14] Launching Networks, Not Just ShowsKey Takeaways: • Being a creative is a survival skill. ~Vinnie Potestivo• The audience makes content timeless. The content doesn’t make it a great series. ~Vinnie Potestivo• Any podcast that has me is my podcast. ~Vinnie Potestivo• I use my podcast as a way to declare who I am. ~Vinnie Potestivo• The hardest thing about being a guest is listening. It’s not speaking actually. ~Vinnie Potestivo• I’ll niche down and refine the message, but I will never niche down and refine the person. ~Vinnie Potestivo• Just don’t let there not being an audience prevent you from creating the thing that you’re capable of creating right now. ~Vinnie Potestivo• Create what you can, not what you should. ~Vinnie Potestivo• Different questions will get you different answers. ~Vinnie Potestivo• It’s the person that might be stumbling, bumbling over the question that the listener trusts more than the sweet-talking guy with the gel in their hair. ~Ben AlbertKeep In Touch with Vinnie Potestivo:Website: https://www.vpe.tv/Podcast: https://www.ihaveapodcast.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinniepotestivoEmail: vinnie@vpetalent.comPodmatch: https://www.podmatch.com/member/vinniepotestivo Additional Resources:I Have A Podcast: https://www.ihaveapodcast.com/Vinnie’s Creator Hub: https://vpe.tv/hubPodcast Amplification Tool: https://vpe.tv/quuu How To Stand Out: https://vpe.tv/fascinate —Follow Balbert…Facebook: www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnectionsInstagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/–LST is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/-This feed is JUST LEARN SPEAK TEACH EPISODES<span style="font-size: 1rem; background-color: rgba(255...
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How to Master Your Energy and Step Into Visible Leadership w/ Anniston Riekstins (LST #152)
Apr 2001:01:51Tap to summarizeLearn Speak Teach Episode #152 with Anniston Riekstins.Mastering your energy is the bridge to greater peace, calm, presence, creativity, and success. As you become more intentional with your energy, you gain clarity, move with purpose, and attract opportunities and clients that truly align with who you are.Today, we are thrilled to have Anniston Riekstins on the show, a transformational mentor for women, master numerologist, best-selling author of The Universe Is Hiring, and founder and host of The Anniston Riekstins Show.In this episode, Anniston shares the warning signs that indicate you need to master your energy. Moreover, she highlights the benefits of regulating your energy and provides practical tips to get started.The episode also explores the fascinating world of numerology and its role in understanding your life path.During this episode, you will learn about:[00:00] Trailer [01:55] Mastering Your Energy[07:54] Warning Signs[10:00] Benefits[19:27] Attracting Ideal Clients[29:31] Numerology[46:49] Learn moreLife Path Workshop: Your Prosperity Code - https://youtu.be/AEGXPuMLSpI2026 Energetic Forecast: https://youtu.be/P63YC8OkiwgLife Path Quiz: Uncover the Hidden Patterns Shaping Your Life - https://www.annistonriekstins.com/discover-whats-keeping-you-hidden-quiz[49:00] Current Focus[59:55] Connect with Anniston • Website: https://www.annistonriekstins.com/• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annistonblairriekstins/• Podcast: https://www.annistonriekstins.com/podcasts/the-anniston-riekstins-showKey Takeaways: • Stress scatters our thoughts, reduces our efficiency, and causes us to waste time, making it harder to complete tasks quickly and effectively. ~Anniston Riekstins [03:46]• You can never fully master your energy because it is constantly evolving. ~Anniston Riekstins [05:23]• Mastering your energy is the bridge to greater peace, calm, presence, and success. ~Anniston Riekstins [10:02]• Everything is a reflection. When you make internal shifts, you begin to see those changes reflected externally. ~Anniston Riekstins [29:03]• Success rewards speed. ~Ben Albert [41:06]• We cannot create change or solve problems with the same energy that created them. ~Anniston Riekstins [52:05]• The most powerful person in the room is the one who is most regulated.” ~Anniston Riekstins [55:54]Keep In Touch with Anniston Riekstins:Website: https://www.annistonriekstins.com/Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/anniston.blair.9#Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annistonblairriekstins/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anniston-blair-riekstins-a33766349/Additional Resources:Life Path Workshop: Your Prosperity Code - https://youtu.be/AEGXPuMLSpI2026 Energetic Forecast: https://youtu.be/P63YC8OkiwgLife Path Quiz: Uncover the Hidden Patterns Shaping Your Life - https://www.annistonriekstins.com/discover-whats-keeping-you-hidden-quiz—Follow Balbert…Facebook: www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnectionsInstagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/–LST is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/-This feed is JUST LEARN SPEAK TEACH EPISODES. To listen to all of our episodes from "Real Business Connections," search 'Real Business Connections' on your podcast player, or head to www.RealBusinessConnections.com
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The Presence-Centered Path for Business Leaders w/ Christian F Johnson (LST #151)
Apr 1300:50:35Tap to summarizeLearn Speak Teach Episode #151 with Christian F Johnson. In a world full of distractions and pressure, staying aligned with purpose can feel impossible. However, embracing the Presence-Centered Path helps you regain clarity, sharpen your focus, and perform at your best every day.In this episode, Ben Albert speaks with Christian F Johnson, a Presence-Centered Leadership Coach, Speaker, and Author who helps high-achieving leaders lead from divine alignment rather than performance. Through his signature framework, The Presence-Centered Path™, he guides leaders to destroy distractions, align with God, and fortify their focus to lead with peace, purpose, and power.Christian shares the secrets behind his powerful MC performances and offers practical tips on mastering public speaking. He explains how leaders and speakers can show up authentically and connect deeply with their audience.Christian also introduces the R.I.N.S.E. Method, a 5-step spiritual recalibration system that helps high-achieving leaders realign when stress and distractions take over. Additionally, he discusses how to live authentically and cultivate a net positive life that balances success with purpose.Lastly, Christian shares his personal journey to finding God and offers practical guidance on choosing the right mentor or coach.During this episode, you will learn about:[00:00] Trailer [01:58] Secrets of MCing[07:19] Public Speaking[09:16] R.I.N.S.E[13:55] Being Your Authentic Self[17:18] Connect with Christian• Website: https://iamchristianfjohnson.com/• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamchristianfjohnson/[18:30] Net Positive Life[28:00] Finding God[37:37] Choosing a Coach[44:14] Support Christian• Website: https://iamchristianfjohnson.com/• Book: https://www.amazon.com/When-Youre-Speaking-Still-Silent/dp/B0F6YQ8NSWKey Takeaways: • In public speaking, we must embody what we are speaking from. ~Christian F. Johnson [12:57]• “You have to be you; everybody else is taken.” ~Christian F Johnson [15:07]• You already have everything you need to succeed; we just sometimes need external things to remind us of what we already have. ~Christian F Johnson [16:29]• “Spend time loving over hating.” ~Christian F Johnson [35:08]• Healing is just applying love to the places that are hurting. ~Ben Albert [35:27]• “You don’t need a new voice; you just need to return to your authentic voice.” ~Christian F Johnson [48:29]• “What you feed will live, and what you starve will die.” ~Christian F Johnson [48:58]People Mentioned and Other Resources:1. When You’re Speaking, But Still Silent: https://amzn.to/4rfJ7kI2. Kingdom Legacy House Church: https://klh.lifeKeep In Touch with Christian F Johnson:Website: https://iamchristianfjohnson.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamchristianfjohnson/Email: info@iamchristianfjohnson.com—Follow Balbert…Facebook: www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnectionsInstagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/–LST is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/
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Memory Hacks For Entrepreneurs w/ Tansel Ali (LST #150)
Mar 3000:53:58Tap to summarizeLearn Speak Teach Episode #150 with Tansel Ali.Being an entrepreneur demands focus, sharp thinking, and the ability to remember what matters most. However, our brains prioritize certain information and can become overloaded, causing us to forget important things.So how can we train our memory to effortlessly recall even the smallest but most important details, like names and numbers? Find out in this episode featuring Tansel Ali, a four-time Australian Memory Champion, international bestselling author, and memory mentor.In this episode, Tansel dives into how our brains really work and why we forget things. Moreover, he shares practical tips for improving memory, including the techniques he uses when training his clients.Tansel explores whether memory champions are born or made, showing that anyone can train their brain to achieve remarkable focus and recall. You’ll also discover simple ways to boost your memory, including a quick 5-minute daily brain workout, and learn why consistency is king in memory training.During this episode, you will learn about:[00:00] Trailer [03:03] Why We Forget[05:38] Improve Your Memory[15:22] Becoming a Memory Champion[19:27] Brain Training[21:47] Website: https://tanselali.com/[24:36] 5-Minute Brain Workout[38:50] Consistency is king[41:30] Memory League• Website: https://memoryleague.com/[47:10] Connect with Tansel Ali• Website: https://tanselali.com/ Key Takeaways: • The reason why we forget is that our brain prioritizes certain information and sometimes becomes overloaded. ~Tansel Ali [03:03]• You can train your brain to increase its encoding speed, allowing you to memorize and retain more information. ~Tansel Ali [13:42]• Our brain cannot distinguish between what’s real and what isn’t. ~Tansel Ali [25:18]• “If you do something consistently, you will naturally improve.” ~Tansel Ali [38:56]People Mentioned and Other Resources:1. Memory League: https://memoryleague.com/Keep In Touch with Tansel Ali:Website: https://tanselali.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanselali/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tansel.a.l.i/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TanselAliMemory—Follow Balbert…Facebook: www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnectionsInstagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/–LST is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/
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The Intersection of Music and Creative Thinking w/ Dr. Indre Viskontas (LST #149)
Mar 2300:58:55Tap to summarizeLearn Speak Teach Episode #149 with Dr. Indre Viskontas.We are all musical creatures, and musical elements exist in everything we participate in. Just as music shapes our experiences, it also influences creativity, guiding how we think, problem-solve, and bring ideas to life.Joining us on the show is Dr. Indre Viskontas, a cognitive neuroscientist, creativity expert, Opera Singer, and science communicator. She’s also the host of Inquiring Minds podcast and author of How Music Can Make You Better.In this episode, Dr. Indre Viskontas explores whether creating music is instinctive or something we learn. Moreover, she discusses the impact of AI and digital tools on music-making and the reasons why people are drawn to create music.Dr. Indre Viskontas also discusses the importance of embracing the struggle, showing how it applies not just to music but to entrepreneurship and life in general. Listeners will also discover the common traits of creative people and the factors that influence creativity.Finally, Dr. Indre Viskontas shares details about her LinkedIn Learning course, Building Creative Thinking from the Brain Up, which provides practical strategies to strengthen your own creative potential.During this episode, you will learn about:[00:00] Trailer [06:35] Creating Music[13:39] AI & Digital Tools[18:35] Why Make Music[29:51] Embrace the Struggle[34:49] Creativity[42:24] LinkedIn Learning Course: https://www.linkedin.com/learning/building-creative-thinking-from-the-brain-up [47:12] Website: https://www.tsfnc.org/[56:28] Connect with Dr. Indre Viskontas• Website: https://www.indreviskontas.com/ • Podcast: https://inquiring.show/ Key Takeaways: • Children born in resource-poor environments tend to have higher cortisol levels for the rest of their lives because they are conditioned to see life as stressful and to react constantly. ~Dr. Indre Viskontas [07:40]• “Music is our first language.” ~Dr. Indre Viskontas [12:39]• The difference between amateur creatives and executors is the ability to stay comfortable in the struggle. ~Dr. Indre Viskontas [29:51]• Creative people are open to new experiences. ~Dr. Indre Viskontas [35:00]• External motivators kill creativity. ~Dr. Indre Viskontas [40:03]People Mentioned and Other Resources:1. Peter Gabriel2. LinkedIn Learning Course: https://www.linkedin.com/learning/building-creative-thinking-from-the-brain-up3. How Music Can Make You Better: https://www.amazon.com/How-Music-Can-Make-Better/dp/1452171920Keep In Touch with Dr. Indre Viskontas:Website: https://www.indreviskontas.com/Podcast: https://inquiring.show/Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/DrIndreViskontas/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/indre-viskontas/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drindredirects—Follow Balbert…Facebook: www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnectionsInstagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/–LST is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/<span style="font-size: 1rem; background-color: rgba(255,255,255,var(--bg-opacity));...
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How To Read Body Language For Business w/ Scott Rouse of The Behavior Panel (LST #148)
Mar 900:46:49Tap to summarizeLearn Speak Teach Episode #148 with Scott Rouse. Watch the full episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/YdNN7JzeP3UUnderstanding how to read body language can give you a powerful edge in business, especially when pitching ideas or negotiating deals. By reading nonverbal cues and conveying confidence through your own gestures, you can build trust, influence decisions, and communicate more effectively.In this insightful episode, Ben Albert sits down with Scott Rouse, a behavior analyst, body language expert, and one of the four members of The Behavior Panel, a YouTube platform with over 1.1 million subscribers and more than 212 million views.Scott discusses how body movements influence the tone and delivery of your voice and offers practical tips for public speaking. Moreover, he takes listeners behind the scenes of interrogation rooms, revealing the real tactics and techniques used.The conversation goes further into intuition, exploring whether it’s innate or a skill you can develop. Scott also shares a simple tip on how to use eye contact to spot when someone is lying.During this episode, you will learn about:[00:00] Trailer[05:09] Pitching[12:30] Watch the full episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/YdNN7JzeP3U[12:40] Body Movement & Tone[13:48] Public Speaking Secrets[22:01] Interrogation room[24:15] Interrogation Techniques[36:15] Intuition[42:34] Connect with Scott Rouse• Behavior X: https://www.youtube.com/c/scottrouse• The Behavior Panel: https://www.youtube.com/c/thebehaviorpanel• Body Language Tactics Course: https://body-language-tactics.mykajabi.com/body-language-tactics-landing[43:48] Integration tip Key Takeaways: • When you feel better, you sound better and stay more on point because your mind is focused. ~Scott Rouse [13:12]• When speaking to a large audience, treat the entire group as if it were one person. This makes your talk feel conversational. ~Scott Rouse [13:56]• People like people who are like them and who are genuine, not putting on an act. ~Scott Rouse [20:38]• When someone is lying to you, they often maintain eye contact. Their brain wonders, ‘Do they believe me?’ If not, they add qualifiers to convince you. ~Scott Rouse [44:02]People Mentioned and Other Resources:1. 48 Hours: https://www.youtube.com/user/48hours2. The Female Brain: https://bit.ly/49PeBshKeep In Touch with Scott Rouse:Website: https://www.scottrouse.com/Twitter: https://x.com/ScottRouse3Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottrouse3/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ScottRouse4YouTube (Behavior X): https://www.youtube.com/c/scottrouseYouTube (The Behavior Panel): https://www.youtube.com/c/thebehaviorpanel-This feed is JUST LEARN SPEAK TEACH EPISODES. To listen to all of our episodes from "Real Business Connections," search 'Real Business Connections' on your podcast player, or head to www.RealBusinessConnections.com
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Joy Through the Journey w/ Amberly Lago (LST #147)
Mar 200:46:56Tap to summarizeLearn Speak Teach Episode #147 with Amberly Lago.Even during life’s most challenging moments, you can find joy by focusing on the good in your life and appreciating what you’ve already overcome. Finding joy in these moments strengthens your spirit and gives you the resilience to move forward.Today, we are joined by Amberly Lago, a Top Influential Speaker, Global Top 1% Podcast Host, and the author of multiple best-selling books, including Joy Through the Journey.Amberly shares her inspiring journey and the insights behind her latest book, Joy Through the Journey. Moreover, she dives into the power of choosing positivity and practicing gratitude, showing how these simple yet powerful shifts can create more joy in everyday life.In addition, Amberly provides practical strategies for finding happiness, even amidst life’s challenges, making the pursuit of joy accessible to everyone. She also highlights her upcoming Unstoppable Success Summit 2026 and offers tactical practices for living a joyful life.During this episode, you will learn about:[00:00] Trailer [01:03] Joy Through the Journey[07:16] LST #17: https://realbusinessconnections.com/podcast/amberly/[09:02] Positivity & Gratitude[17:17] Finding joy[26:59] Unstoppable Success Summit 2026 [32:36] Website: https://amberlylago.com/[40:53] Podcast: https://amberlylago.com/podcast/[42:03] Joy tacticsKey Takeaways: • “Pain demands to be heard.” ~Amberly Lago [03:13]• “Joy is a choice, not a constant.” ~Amberly Lago [03:37]• If you’re going through a hard time, focus on the good in your life, even when it feels difficult. ~Amberly Lago [05:32]• Gratitude is a form of alchemy: it shifts your mindset, helping you focus on what you have instead of what you don’t have, and on what you can do instead of what you can’t do.” ~Amberly Lago [10:50]• Pain and joy can coexist; it’s up to us to build on the joy. ~Amberly Lago [16:22]• When you’re going through a tough struggle, the easiest and quickest way to shift your mindset is through gratitude. ~Amberly Lago [42:34]People Mentioned and Other Resources:1. Joy Through the Journey: https://amberlylago.com/book/2. My Spiritual Toolkit app: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.myspiritualtoolkit.mytoolkit&hl=enKeep In Touch with Amberly Lago:Website: https://amberlylago.com/X: https://x.com/amberlylagoLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amberlylago/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amberlylagomotivation/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1PfuUb5fgT90e29aDKB6nQ—Follow Balbert…Facebook: www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnectionsInstagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/–LST is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/-This feed is JUST LEARN SPEAK TEACH EPISODES. To listen to all of our episodes from "Real Business Connections," search 'Real Business Connections' on your podcast player, or head to www.RealBusinessConnections.com
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