Invincible Success: Amplify Your Career, Communications, and Life!

Are you a leader, executive, salesperson, or entrepreneur looking to generate more sales? In this new virtual economy, are you looking to still engage and move your customer to act? Lynne Franklin has been a thought-leader in persuasive communication for over 20 years. She is a professional speaker, author, and coach who works with organizations to improve their communication effectiveness.

Last week, I was thrilled to release "Invincible Success: Sell with Confidence, Lead with Purpose, & Speak with Impact!" In this episode, I share key lessons I learned from the writing and launch process. If you are considering authoring a book, this episode will help you understand what's involved. What went well, what didn't, etc. The goal is to save you time and frustration, so you can focus on having an impact on others.

When you are Invincible in your career, you will double your sales, inspire your team, and engage every audience you speak to. All of this is waiting for you in the new book, launching today. Hear how this book shares the sales and leadership secrets developed during a 14-year career at Microsoft that led to over $1 billion in sales. Plus, it contains valuable insights from over 90 leaders in top organizations and Fortune 100 companies. Plus, hear a special launch offer.

Are you living an extraordinary life? Or are you living a life trapped within your fears and insecurities? My guest this week, Terry Tucker, shares with us how we can find our purpose and live with passion. Though most of us deal with adversity in our lives, my guest this week has dealt with more than most. Terry Tucker has faced injury, loss, and multiple bouts of cancer. Through it all, he has remained a champion for living your most extraordinary life.

Have you ever found yourself having difficulty paying attention? Do you find yourself getting distracted easily? What if that same tendency for distraction is exactly what you need to turbocharge your productivity and success? As the author of 5 best-selling books on focus, productivity, and success, Peter now shares with others the lessons he learned from his ADHD. Lessons we can all use to increase our focus, productivity, and turbocharge our success.

Would you consider yourself a master at networking? Are you effectively using your network to meet the people that will help you be successful? George Kahife understands the value of connection. Not just as a way to ensure even greater success in his career (which networking does just that), but to also give George the chance to have incredible, thought-provoking, enriching conversations with very cool people. Be sure to subscribe for more episodes.

Are you looking to be more decisive? To you want to become more agile and proactive in today's fast-changing environment? In today's episode, my guest will help you feel more confident as you learn to trust your gut in business. All of us have had a feeling deep in our gut telling us to act or to not go in a certain direction. By learning to seek out those feelings, we can become much more mindful and purposeful in our choices.

As a leader, do you find yourself overly tired, stretched too thin, or feeling overworked? In many cases, learning to develop your intuition can give you the winning edge. Move the needle towards elevating your health, wealth and relationships with calm, ease, and flow. Imagine creating a harmonious and healthy business or workplace where co-workers, employees, and teams trust and respect for one another leading to workplace harmony.

Are you an avid podcast listener? Or perhaps you're thinking of starting your own podcast? With over 750,000 podcasts available today and that number quickly increasing, podcasts are becoming more and more pervasive in our lives. In this episode, Jeremy Ryan Slate helps you discover the future of podcasting and how you can prepare for that future today. Jeremy Ryan Slate has hosted a leading podcast for over 4 years. On his podcast, he has interviewed amazing guests such as Seth Godin, Grant Cardone, Danica Patrick, Russell Brunson, Noah Cagan, and many more. Anyone thinking of starting their own podcast or want to discover the future of podcasting will get a great deal of value in today's episode.

Have you ever found yourself in a difficult situation at work or home? Maybe you've had a personal crisis such as losing someone close to you or perhaps you didn't get the job you worked so hard to land. Arash Toussi has dealt with challenges from a very young age when he lost his father. In this episode, Arash shares how he came to develop tools to help him take back control by focusing on simplicity.

Are you using social media today to grow your business?  Chances are that you are.  If you're in sales, leadership, or you're an entrepreneur or business owner, do you use social media to increase sales?  If not, you're likely leaving a lot of money on the table. This episode will give you insights on how Dennis Brown developed a social media strategy that has led to over $20M in new business.

Looking to improve employee loyalty? Heather Younger is an employee engagement expert which has earned her the reputation of “The Employee Whisperer." Heather has faced adversity, both in her former workplace and in her early years.  This adversity pushed Heather to develop a talent for understanding when employees are feeling disconnected and unhappy.  Listen as she shares some of the key signs for leadership and what they can do to address this employee loyalty challenge.

Would anybody in his right mind jump on a sled and hurl himself down an icy mountain at over 80 miles per hour? At the age of 21, Ruben Gonzalez took up the sport of luge and did just that. Since then, he's broken Olympic records (and a few bones).  In this episode, four-time Olympian Ruben shares how mental toughness and focus ensure you achieve your goals.  Anyone looking to level up your success in sales and leadership will be sure to enjoy it.

Today, we have search at our fingertips.  Reviews, results, and recommendations are always just a few swipes away.  As the online world becomes more interconnected, it is essential that you be even more aware of what search results are saying about you and your organization. Benjamin Warsinske helps businesses manage their online world to ensure your brand is working on your behalf.  Regardless of whether you own a business or not, Ben shares insights that can help us all.  He also discusses how playing with Legos can be serious business, success habits, and much more.

We all face challenges in our lives. We may face financial issues, career setbacks, relationship hurdles, and struggles to navigate our way forward. Michael David Chapman has faced all of these challenges due to what he now sees as negative agreements with himself. These agreements followed him into his marriages and work relationships, causing conflict and unhappiness. Learn how he now helps others. Make sure you listen to this weeks episode and subscribe to the show for even more value!

Have you ever had someone tell you that you would fail? That you aren't good enough?  Perhaps the one saying those things to you was you?  If you've ever heard you didn't have what it takes, it's time for you to learn to "Screw the Naysayers."   Tim Alison is a thought-leadership advisor, author, and podcast host.  In this episode, Tim shares his thoughts on happiness, motivation, and how we've been lying to younger generations.

Win Charles redefines the word 'inspiration.'  Born with Cerebral Palsy, she never allowed herself to be defined by her medical challenges.  Instead, she has pushed herself to accomplish more than most able-bodied individuals ever dream. She shares her story of empowerment through the multiple books she's published and the multiple podcasts she hosts.  You'll find her story powerful and moving.

Are you in sales?  The answer will surprise you.  If you have ever lead a team, tried to communicate, or shared an idea, you're in sales. Pat Helmers can help.  He specializes in teaching "Selling secrets for non-sellers." This episode discusses how each of us can benefit from learning "non-sales" selling techniques, which include storytelling, communication tips, social media, and responding to the listener's needs.

Are you ready to have it ALL? First, have you defined what "ALL" means to you? For Matthew Bivens, having it all means you are living an "Abundant, Loving Life." In other words, you have defined what happiness means to you and you're celebrating your journey toward that happiness. Learn the importance of your own personal mission statement and discovering Magical Moments.  There is so much value in this fantastic conversation, you'll be sure to enjoy it.

Do you feel you have power and presence that others feel even when you're not there?  Back in college, Catherine Johns was told, "There is no place for women in broadcasting."  Instead of walking away, she went on to become a broadcast radio pioneer, working her way up to host alongside Chicago radio legends.  Catherine Johns helps you find your presence and build confidence. Catherine helps others discover their own power and use their innate presence to feel more confident and to go after goals.

Do you want to live a great day every day?  You can.  With a few simple changes to your daily routine, you can literally reprogram your mindset and transform your happiness. My guest, Steve Beck shares how to take conscious steps each day to focus on positivity. Learn to quickly shake off any negative thoughts and your life will transform more than you ever thought possible. 

Invincible Thinking Thursday - Do you have a mentor in your life? Mentors can help your career, your growing business, or your personal life. Every one of us should have at least one mentor, if not more. Their experiences and insights can help you avoid or overcome obstacles, discover new growth areas, and push you to succeed even faster. This episode is dedicated to the passing of a mentor of mine, Ret. Army Colonel Jill Morgenthaler.

Do you "own your label?" In other words, are you being intentional in your career choices or following a path set out for you by others? Michael Henson spent years in the corporate world and pursuing advanced degrees based on what he had been told would make him happy. He wasn't. It wasn't until he decided to pursue the creative passions that he discovered how to make an impact in the lives of others.

Are you using the power of video to add influence and impact?  My guest this week discovered the power of video as she worked through a big change in her life 5 years ago.  Now Judi Fox uses video to connect with her network in ways that text alone just can't compare. Judi shares how she now helps others use the power of video to grow their own brand.

What can you learn by studying the traits of many successful CEOs? By understanding what success qualities CEOs have in common, you could transform your business, your career, and your life. Gary Frey has studied CEOs for more than a decade. This episode reveals what many CEOs have in common and how you can start to model those traits in your own career.

Regardless of your career, we all are well-served to think like a seller. You may not be in a sales role, but each of us must encourage others to act on our ideas at one time or another. It is essential that your idea and your message be clear and compelling. My guest this week specializes in just that. Be sure to listen to this episode for helpful strategies to make sure your communications are always effective.

My guest this week has been in a situation in which many of us can relate. He bounced from job to job to job, feeling lost and unfulfilled. Repeatedly, he ignored signals that he needed to go in a completely different direction. Finally, after his body literally got sick and broke down, he felt it was time to listen to his gut and his friends.  Only then did he put himself on a path to discover the power of connection.

Invincible Thinking Thursday - Do you have a morning ritual? Something you try to do most every day? Something that gets your day started off heading in the right direction?  Your morning ritual can start your day right and set you up for success.

Looking to expand your reach online?  Joe Crenshaw doesn't claim to have everything all figured out.  But his willingness to move forward as he learns has helped him create a career and life that he's passionate about.  His 'Ready.Fire.Aim' mindset helps him always be looking for opportunities to push beyond his comfort zone. It'll help you too!

Invincible Thinking Thursday:  You've heard the expression. But are you living it? Are you being truly mindful of those people in your life with whom you're spending the most time? In this episode, I discuss 4 traits your personal and professional network should embody to ensure you are set for success.

Have your core values been defined by others?  We all have a set of core values by which we live.  Refusing to let others create your values is essential to get the most out of your life.  Define your core values yourself.  Only then can you learn to live with a courageous heart. Matt Gagnon is my guest on today's episode of the podcast.  My conversation with Matt is real and raw, gripping and candid.  Matt shares how he changed his mental state from following to leading.  In addition, Matt also shares a very private revelation that reminds us that our journey to growth is never over.

Do you see adversity as a gift?  Do you feel adversity is important to success?  Marcus Aurelius Anderson has overcome extreme adversity, including paralyzation and death.  Learning to turn into success has reshaped his entire life. Too often, we let setbacks be our stopping point.  In reality, most of the adversities we face are not life-altering.  That is not the case for my guest this week. While preparing to deploy with the U.S. Army, Marcus Aurelius Anderson suffered a severe spinal injury that left him paralyzed from the neck down. His life turned upside down.  After dying twice on the operating table, he was told he would never be able to walk or use his hands again. Days quickly turned into months, and he was forced into life-changing soul searching. He had two choices.  Either be a victim or change his mindset.  Having no other option, he looked for any lessons to be learned from his injury.  Marcus soon discovered that his Adversity was a gift. Today, Marcus now speaks, writes, inspires and coaches others to overcome their own Adversities to actualize their personal definition of success in every area of life.

Most companies have a mission statement and a core set of values they strive to embody.  More importantly, as an employee, are your own set of values in alignment with the career you have chosen? Ed specializes in helping businesses understand and align better with their employees.  In other words, his focus is to bring humanity back to business. Be sure to subscribe to never miss an episode.

Are you performing at your highest level? Today's guest is a high-performance consultant and identity coach. Anton Andryakov specializes in helping individuals to understand how to tap into their highest potential in order to live a life of impact.

Looking to transform your sales and leadership career?  You have everything you need already available to you. Mareo McCracken shares how he used his love of reading to learn from experts around the world, then leverage that learning to amplify his career. As Mareo expanded the success in his career, he knew determined writing would become a helpful outlet for all of the reading he was doing.  At first, he started blogging.  Blogging went on to become Mareo being published in many of today's leading online magazines.  Having grown comfortable in the online space, Mareo is currently writing his own book as another platform to share and help others.

I haven't always known that gratitude matters in my life.  For many years, I thought being successful was more about how hard I worked.  Then I discovered the importance of being grateful for today in order to open myself up for more tomorrow.

We all have stories that can add value to the lives of others.  Our stories help others not just get to know us, but also connect with us and build trust.  That's why learning to be able to recognize and retell the events in your life in a compelling way is an important skill that everyone needs.  Sarah Elkins specializes in helping others be better communicators through the use of story. Compelled to create space for people eager for personal and professional growth, Sarah launched the No Longer Virtual (NLV) events; limited participation, two-day conferences with the theme "connecting beyond the keyboard." NLV was included twice in the list of "hidden gems" of "can't miss conferences for entrepreneurs" in Forbes online. Sarah is a speaker, workshop facilitator, coach, musician, and storyteller. She works with leadership and sales teams to improve communication by creating environments that encourage authentic connection and curiosity, using storytelling techniques to help people find personal stories to share and ways to share them. Her podcast, Your Stories Don’t Define You. How You Tell Them Will, can be found on iTunes, Spotify, and more. She’s an active blogger on LinkedIn and on her website. Sarah lives in Montana, and enjoys hiking, fishing, and traveling. She loves to cook and host guests in her 1890 Victorian home, nourishing and nurturing all who visit.

Is your life too cluttered to focus on the things that matter? Would more clarity help you move forward? Jake Melton teaches us all how minimalism can simplify our careers and personal lives.

Every one of us is a "seller" at some point, regardless of our careers. We all need to convince others to hear and engage in our ideas. Larry Levine, International best-seller, shares his secret to living and selling from the heart.

Cory Warfield identified a huge gap in his industry. Instead of relying on others to fix the issue, he teamed up with a developer to create his own solution. Now his business, Shedwool.com is skyrocketing. Please listen to our fascinating conversation.

Do you want to build a business based on your expertise?  Do you want to connect with people and build trust very quickly?  If so, Anthony English can help you.  Anthony excels at helping service-based businesses know their value.  Knowing that, you can confidently reach out to your ideal client.  Have you gotten stuck along the way? Anthony has helped many seasoned professionals to articulate value better. He believes this is a skill you can learn.  Don’t wait around for confidence to come to you.

Jaime Cohen helps you tell a truly authentic story by communicating with your audience in the language they understand. The way we communicate determines our level of success and when we achieve it. Our ability to provide CONTEXT determines whether or we are understood.  She'll help you gain confidence and understand your identity in this insightful episode.

Today, Mark Metry interviews billionaires, New York Times Bestselling Authors, and Legendary World-Class humans on his Top 100 podcast. He is on a quest to learn all he can from others while sharing the journey on his podcast.  Learn how he went from hiding from his life to evolving into version 2.0.

Have felt peers and coworkers had it all figured out, but you struggle? Do you routinely downplay your accomplishments and successes? Do you drive yourself crazy trying to be perfect?  Then you may have something known as Imposter Syndrome.  In this episode, we'll uncover what steps you can take to overcome Imposter Syndrome and lead a more fulfilling life. Part 2 of 2.

Have felt peers and coworkers had it all figured out, but you struggle? Do you routinely downplay your accomplishments and successes? Do you drive yourself crazy trying to be perfect?  Then you may have something known as Imposter Syndrome.  In this episode, we'll uncover what Imposter Syndrome is and what you should look for in your life. Part 1 of 2.

Welcome to the first episode of the Invincible Success Podcast.  This podcast is dedicated to helping you Amplify your Career, Your Communications, and your Confidence. In this episode, learn why the host, Mark Steel, came to start the Invincible Success podcast and how you will learn from each episode.  This podcast will include many valuable insights and engaging guests, so be sure to subscribe to the show. Visit https://marksteel.com/climbeveryday for further show notes and transcription.