Podcast appearances and mentions of bill donius

Bill Donius is the author of the New York Times Bestselling book, Thought Revolution. In this book, Donius explains the science behind non-dominant handwriting and teaches how to incorporate this powerful technique into your personal life. Through the simple process of non-dominant hand writing, you can discover how to connect more fully with your subconscious right brain, unlocking hidden talents, reducing stress, and even healing from trauma. This episode is a bit different, in that we feature a process that Bill goes through with a Voices of Esalen listener, oncology nurse and meditation teacher Nicole Longbine. Bill is also a member of the Esalen Board of Trustees. He spent 30 years in corporate America in a number of industries, including health care, television production, and banking. He rose through the ranks to become chairman and CEO of Pulaski Bank in St Louis, growing it eight-fold to $1.4 billion in assets. He serves on a number of boards including the St. Louis Art Museum, Maryville University, and Venture Cafe, and served a two-year term on the U.S. Federal Reserve Board as a banker appointee.

Bill Donius, the former CEO and chairman of Pulaski Financial Corp. in Missouri, talks about how he used research into the brain to help grow his St. Louis community bank and write a New York Times bestseller, “Thought Revolution: How to Unlock Your Inner Genius.” Bill discusses how he uses that research to help companies think outside the box when they approach challenges and opportunities—and how his fellow bankers can learn to do this too.

There's a scientific method to unlocking your inner genius, and it's something everyone can access instantly. It has to do with tapping into the often underused side of our brain — the ‘right' side of the brain. This powerful experiential episode with our special guest Bill Donius will help you unlock the genius in you. Get Bill's book, Thought Revolution: How to Unlock Your Inner Genius: https://amzn.to/3fQTcmf Join The Kingdom Live: https://www.justinmichaelwilliams.com/thekingdom

In this episode, Miriam and Adam speak with Bill Donius about how to access an intelligence that can take us to a whole new way of understanding and world of creativity. Bill Donius, former banker and CEO, drove his bank's eightfold growth over twelve years. And the surprising secret to his success is something we all have access to, right in our own two hands. The methodology described in his New York Times best selling book, Thought Revolution, is simple and revolutionary—so simple, it begins by moving your pen from one hand to the other. Whether you're right-handed or left-handed, a whole world of change is possible. In Bill's book, you will find thought-provoking, easy-to-do exercises and prompts showing how to connect more fully with your subconscious right brain to help you reduce stress, discover your hidden talents, heal from trauma, and come to a deeper spiritual awareness. For more information, please visit WilliamAlanDonius.com The Beyond Listening Podcast is brought to you by We are Open Circle, a social impact business that helps change-makers, organizations and community groups evolve and thrive with integrity. Our Beyond Listening Program was designed to transform the way organizations work with complexity, rapid change, and the wisdom of diversity, in a world that demands constant collective adaptation. Sign up for our newsletter for more Beyond Listening Podcasts, and view our upcoming trainings.

Reverend Bodhi Be is the Executive Director of "Doorway into Light," a non-profit that seeks to re-invent and revolutionize the funeral home and the funeral industry, transforming the “business of dying” and returning it to “sacred service." Bodhi is an ordained minister in the universal Sufi lineage, an independent funeral director, hospice volunteer, end-of-life bereavement counselor, as well as a grandparent, coffin maker, death doula, educator, artist, and entrepreneur. He lives on Maui, where he is also the founder and president of the Death Store, Hawaii's only community educational resource center and store for those who are living with a life-threatening illness, those grieving the death of a loved one, and those wishing to explore their own approaching death. Here are a few upcoming workshops to check out: - Join us in Big Sur July 23rd to 25th for “Reclaiming Your Authentic Power,” a workshop led  by the award-winning instructor Justin Michael Williams, author of "Stay Woke: A Meditation Guide for the Rest of Us." In this dynamic three-day course, you'll learn how to build habits that help you uncover hidden fears, break toxic habits, and make practical changes to help you overcome personal patterns standing in the way of your goals.  Find out more or enroll now at https://www.esalen.org/workshops/reclaiming-your-authentic-power - Are you a transgender, non-binary, gender-fluid or gender-exploring individual interested in delving more deeply into your gender journey, sharing your experiences, and building community connections? Join Ben Geilhufe and Dr. Jen Hastings in Big Sur July 9th through July 11th for “Gender Journeys: Exploring Identity in Community.”  Geilhufe and Dr. Hastings will create a safe space for participants to explore how gender impacts, influences and informs their  day-to-day experiences with a range of lecture-based sessions and personal explorations including art, movement, and journaling. Find out more or enroll now: https://www.esalen.org/workshops/gender-journeys-exploring-identity-in-community - Discover new ways to harness your intuition and uncover profound insights about yourself with author Bill Donius. His upcoming workshop “Meet Your Better Half: Unlock Your Right Brain,” is based on his best-selling book Thought Revolution. methodology developed for the book, this workshop will teach you how to activate the right side of your brain to unlock the insights necessary to break through self-limiting patterns. You'll develop practical tools you can apply each time you face an important decision in life, and go home with new ways to unlock your own inner genius to  create your best life. The workshop takes place August 11th to 13th in Big Sur. Find out more or enroll now: https://www.esalen.org/workshops/meet-your-better-half-unlock-your-right-brain Thanks and we'll see you in Big Sur!

Bill Donius is the New York Times Best Selling author of Thought Revolution: How to Unlock your Inner Genius. Bill is the creator of a simple but powerful methodology designed to unlock potential in all areas of your life by using your non-dominant hand as a direct pipeline to right-brain wisdom. Bill is an innovator, a facilitator, former CEO of a major bank, and a member of Esalen’s board of trustees. He’s helped major corporations and organizations all over the world tap into their creativity and intuition. And now this ... Are you looking for support in navigating the unique challenges that middle age brings when it comes to navigating relationships, career, finances and health? June sees the launch of Modern Elder Academy’s 8-week online Transitions course on navigating profound life changes in middle age and beyond. You’ll be part of a small, Esalen-only cohort learning from home, doing one-on-one calls with other group members, and tapping into MEA’s pool of thought leaders. Learn more at modernelderacademy.com, and use the coupon code “Esalen” when you enroll to save 10%. And one more cool offering coming up: If you’re interested in finding a renewed sense of connection, meaning and purpose in your life, we invite you to join award-winning filmmaker and trained nature therapy guide Sylvie Rokab for her upcoming workshop, Revitalize Sacred Purpose through Forest Bathing. The course will take place in person on our Big Sur campus Friday, June 11th through Sunday June 13th. During this special weekend, Sylvie Rokab will guide you in a practice to deepen your bond  the surrounding land, waters, and other natural beings – with invitations that help you clarify and connect to your most sacred life purpose. Learn more and sign up today at esalen.org/workshops.

This is the start of Stellar Conversations! I’ve been podcasting for 4 years and it has been quite a journey! I am taking a short break from podcasting, but I’ll be back really soon. In the meantime, tune in to my first ever episode with Bill Donius. He is the author of the bestselling book, Thought Revolution. In this Stellar Life Podcast episode, Bill and I discuss how you can train your brain into having a stronger mindset and better outlook in life. Tune in!

Would you like to learn how to truly unlock the power of your right brain, or to be more technically accurate, the right hemisphere of your brain? If you're a knowledge worker like me, you spent a lot of time in your left hemisphere. But with simple techniques at your disposal, which you're about to learn, you will be able to engage your right hemisphere in problem-solving ideation, developing marketing campaigns, creating your daily to-do list and so much more. By now, you probably know I have another podcast called Get Yourself Optimized. It's all about optimizing your life, career business, intimate relationship, peer group, health, mindset, even your soul. The problem is, statistically speaking, you're probably not listening to it. And you, my friend, are missing out. In fact, I'm about to prove it to you because I'm about to share with you one of my early episodes from that show for this week's Marketing Speak.  My guest for this episode number 204 of Marketing Speak is Bill Donius. Bill is an expert on creativity and unlocking the power of the right side of the brain. In fact, he's a New York Times bestselling author of the book, Thought Revolution, where he interviewed 200 CEOs, managers, and regular people, and it's all about how to think differently. Bill is a former public company CEO and his clients have included Fortune 500 companies such as Walt Disney Studios, Nestle, Wells Fargo, and Kawasaki. Bill also has a TEDx talk, which is a must-watch. And now and now without any further ado, on with the show.

“Instead of staying in that bad zone and staying stuck...you don’t have to, you can figure out why and fix it.”  — Bill Donius   Today’s guest is Bill Donius, Author of the New York Times Best-Seller, "Thought Revolution: How to Unlock Your Inner Genius." Bill is also a regularly contributing writer for Huffington Post. Previously Chairman and CEO of Pulaski Bank in St. Louis, MO, Bill has over 20 years of experience in the corporate world. Bill sits down with the team to discuss his best-selling book, the theory and research behind the right-brain approach, his work with global brands and startups to get “unstuck,” and St. Louis’ ever-growing entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Today's guest, Chris Goward, is here with valuable strategies and tips for optimizing your website’s conversion rate. His advice will help you get more people to sign up for your newsletter, buy your products, make inquiries, and more. Chris is an expert on conversion rate optimization and is the author of the best-selling book You Should Test That. He’s also the founder of WiderFunnel. Find Out More About Chris Here: Chris Goward on WiderFunnel Chris Goward on LinkedIn @chrisgoward on Twitter Widerfunnel.com WiderFunnel Blog   In This Episode: [01:16] - Chris begins by taking a moment to explain his framework, called the LIFT Model. [04:04] - Stephan points out BOB (the “big orange button”) as an example of what Chris has been talking about. [04:56] - What does Chris mean when he says that “context matters”? [06:48] - Chris talks about some things that are more important to test than the color of the button. One example is the copy on the button. [08:44] - What are some things one could do to eliminate or alleviate people’s anxiety on your page? [11:12] - Chris explains why analysis is important both before and after an experiment. [14:01] - Stephan talks about a specific set of seals, from SafeSiteCertified. He and Chris talk about the effectiveness of having this kind of seal on your page. [15:27] - We learn about distractibility and how to reduce people’s distractions. Stephan links this to the paradox of choice. [19:25] - Stephan circles back to the idea of optimizing and testing button copy, specifically addressing the choice of first-person or second-person language on the button. [24:30] - Can the use of urgency and scarcity on your page work against you instead of to your benefit? [26:17] - Chris returns to the topic of curiosity in marketing and conversions. Stephan gives a specific example of a headline that evokes curiosity. [28:23] - People act in ways that are predictable, yet are often counterintuitive and don’t make sense rationally. Chris explains that we make decisions emotionally and then defend them rationally. [31:41] - What would be an example of the experiments that Chris has mentioned running? [34:21] - We move from the LIFT Model to the Infinity Optimization Process. [38:21] - Stephan talks about Bill Donius, an expert on right-brain thinking, and explains some techniques of Bill’s that he has used. [41:25] - We learn more about the structure and format of Chris’s LIFT Zone meetings. [42:27] - What are the values in Chris’ meetings and company? [44:51] - Chris shares some of his favorite tools with listeners. These include, for example, Optimizely and Hotjar. [47:25] - Chris describes the difference between A/B testing and multivariate testing and discusses the uses of each. [52:54] - Where can interested listeners find Chris or get in touch with him?   Links and Resources: Chris Goward on WiderFunnel Chris Goward on LinkedIn @chrisgoward on Twitter widerfunnel.com WiderFunnel Blog You Should Test That by Chris Goward LIFT Model SafeSiteCertified The paradox of choice Predictably Irrational by Dr. Dan Ariely Cognitive dissonance Influence by Robert B. Cialdini Infinity Optimization Process Bill Donius on the Optimized Geek Thought Revolution by Bill Donius Optimizely Visual Website Optimizer Hotjar A/B testing Multivariate testing  

Dame DC Cordova is my guest today on Optimized Geek. I took her excellent seminar Money & You a couple years ago. It was so powerful and had such an impact that I just had to bring her on the show to share her perspective and abundant wisdom with you. As you’ll learn in this powerful episode, you have to let go of your attachment to money in order to become financially wealthy. Money is a manifestation of energy and it needs to be treated and respected accordingly. Find Out More About DC Here: DC Cordova Dame DC Cordova on LinkedIn DC Cordova on Facebook Dame DC Cordova on Facebook @DCCordova on Twitter In This Episode: [01:45] - DC clarifies that she is the CEO of her company, but isn’t the one who created all the content and concepts, which comes from the wisdom of many experts. [02:50] - We hear what about Buckminster Fuller is so incredible from DC’s point of view, as she lists some of his remarkable accomplishments. [04:53] - DC discusses another remarkable man: Huang Ming of Solar Valley China. She then explains how he became a billionaire. [07:47] - DC offers a resource for learning more about Buckminster Fuller, then points out how the things Stephan has been saying reveal that he’s a Money & You graduate. [10:19] - Stephan relates DC’s point to a Kabbalistic teaching from Yehuda Ashkenazi, who was a previous guest on the Optimized Geek. DC then brings that concept back to the topic of money. [13:36] - We hear about DC’s thoughts on Bitcoin. [16:00] - Money is an exchange of energy, Stephan points out, then explains why it’s so important to be respectful of it. [19:06] - If you’re listening to this, part of you is taking you down a path that you really need to listen to. DC then explains her link with Tony Robbins. [21:10] - Stephan agrees that Tony Robbins talks regularly about success leaving clues. [24:32] - DC explains that there are two things to pay attention to: how much time are you spending in income-generating activities on a daily basis, and how are you leveraging yourself? [26:41] - We learn about the gift that DC is going to give to listeners. [29:28] - DC clarifies the difference between a mission and a purpose. Missions can be accomplished, while purposes are ongoing. She then talks about synergy and creating results. [34:11] - What does DC mean by “personal clearing”? [36:05] - Stephan mentions an Optimized Geek episode with Jonathan Fields that was dedicated to meditation. [37:24] - DC discusses emotional mastery as it relates to money. She also touches on some of the losses of her young life, and discusses her dark years. [39:53] - We hear about the powerful and transformative event that occurred when DC was 26 and shifted her perspective. [44:14] - Stephan clarifies a couple things that DC has said, then shares a transformative experience of his own. [45:24] - DC mentions conscious breathing, then explores how the kind of experiences that she and Stephan had leads to doing good for humanity. [47:02] - We learn about how DC’s mother reacts to watching the news on TV, and DC’s realization that her reactions apply to all of us. [49:22] - Stephan emphasizes that it’s a lot easier for money to come when you’re not attached to it. [52:39] - DC shares what she believes Buckminster Fuller would say to Stephan about this podcast. She then offers wisdom about not hurting others. [54:51] - Stephan brings us back to something he was trying to remember earlier in the episode, which are externalities. [56:33] - The whole Money & You program is designed to integrate left- and right-brained techniques, DC explains. [59:04] - Stephan describes a powerful exercise that allows you to access your right brain, as he learned from Bill Donius. [61:21] - DC invites listeners to come to Money & You. Links and Resources: DC Cordova Dame DC Cordova on LinkedIn DC Cordova on Facebook Dame DC Cordova on Facebook @DCCordova on Twitter Excellerated Business Schools Money & You Buckminster Fuller Geodesic dome Spaceship Earth Walt Disney Huang Ming Solar Valley China Yehuda Ashkenazi on the Optimized Geek Bitcoin Tony Robbins Marshall Thurber Bobbi DePorter Supercamp.com Jonathan Fields on the Optimized Geek Est Training Werner Erhard Ephraim Olschewski on the Optimized Geek Oneness University Processional Effect Externality Georgi Lozanov Bill Donius on the Optimized Geek Money & You: Access to Cash Free gift: Money & You Business Success Model

Today we're talking to Jamie Salvatori, an expert in viral videos. He's the founder of Vat19.com, which is an eCommerce store featuring unique and quirky gifts, toys, candy, and curiously awesome oddities. Its YouTube channel currently boasts 3.5 million subscribers and nearly 3 billion video views. We discuss his views on marketing, and how to “try everything” in order to get your video seen. Find Out More About Jamie Here: Jamie Salvatori on LinkedIn In This Episode: [01:02] - Jamie talks about reaching that high level of YouTube success, crediting a lot of it to luck. [02:28] - We hear about Jamie’s background in computer science and engineering. [05:24] - Jamie responds to Stephan’s comment that it seems like they have creating viral videos down to a formula. [07:15] - Jamie walks us through the steps of the ideation process at Vat19.com, and explains how different it used to be from the way it is now. He also explains the benefits of a silent brainstorming session. Stephan responds by talking about how this relates to his conversation with Bill Donius on the Optimized Geek. [12:08] - We hear about Vat19’s party gummy music video. [13:59] - What would be a video that Jamie is particularly proud of, and came up with the idea for? [16:46] - Jamie talks specifically about Vat19’s scripts, describing their format. [18:10] - In the Real Food vs. Gummy Food Challenge, Jamie had to eat a real worm. He and Stephan talk more about the video. [21:23] - Stephan and Jamie talk more about videos, using the metaphor of planning a trip to emphasize the importance of planning your outcome. They then talk about the videos that fell flat instead of going viral. [25:45] - What are some of Jamie’s favorite Vat19 products? He then talks about some of his current favorite products, such as a dual-scented prank candle and prank birthday cards that don’t stop playing until the battery runs out. [30:56] - Jamie talks about the watch time on a four-hour video. He then compares Facebook and YouTube for video content. [34:44] - Stephan talks about some of the primary difference he hears about viewing habits between Facebook and YouTube. Jamie then adds his insight. [37:42] - Jamie’s advice for getting your videos out there is “try everything.” He also talks about the importance of a long-term YouTube strategy. [42:41] - Jamie isn’t convinced that there’s a formula for going viral, and credits much of their success to luck. [44:19] - Stephan returns to the topic of going viral on Facebook rather than YouTube. Jamie then talks about Vat19’s strategy for Facebook, and he and Stephan then talks about techniques (and a couple other Marketing Speak episodes you should listen to: Molly Pittman and Nicholas Kusmich). [49:40] - Jamie talks about his views on marketing, which involve trial and error as well as committing to something long enough to see whether it pays off. [53:06] - Jamie clarifies that he’s speaking from his personal experience with this one business, and isn’t necessarily advocating that these strategies would work for other businesses. Take Your Marketing to the Next Level: Find amazing and interesting products that I love to feature, and then have fun creating the videos for them. Start by deciding how long I think it should take to shoot the video, what the goal of the video should be, and what I want to accomplish with it. Bring my team together for a brainstorming session. Everyone should write in silence for a few minutes, then give what they’ve written to the script writers to use in making a draft. Links and Resources: Jamie Salvatori on LinkedInBill Donius on the Optimized GeekThe 26-Pound Gummy BearReal Food vs. Gummy Food ChallengeOrbeezStank Prank CandleJoker Birthday CardOval Office Cold Open on SNLMolly Pittman on Marketing SpeakNicholas Kusmich on Marketing Speak 6ft inflatable soccer ballPouch CouchBeardo

Innovation + Ideation Facilitator, Speaker + Author, New York Times bestseller, Thought Revolution. Find out how you can access parts of your brain that will bring your most innovative self to the forefront - life changing information!

Mission # 1 On board: Bill Donius Mission: Unlocking Your Brain's Hidden Power The Pilot: Orion Talmay is a transformation and wellness coach, and the host of Stellar Life. She would love to connect with you on twitter & instagram @oriontalmay. To get  the show notes and enhanced transcript of this episode, visit www.stellarlifepodcast.com. If you have any questions about the episode or to book a Laser Coaching session, you can email Orion at orion@orionsmethod.com The  Co-pilot: Bill Donius is the New York Time’s bestselling author of Thought Revolution and works with major companies such as Walt Disney Studios, Nestle and Kawasaki. He provides expertise in the areas of ideation and problem solving, using right brain techniques to upgrade problem solving strategies.

  Bill Donius is revolutionizing the way people think. He's the New York Time's bestselling author of Thought Revolution, and works with major companies such as Wells Fargo and Nestle to revamp their problem solving strategies.   EPISODE  Bill Donius knows your brain has a secret area that you are not fully utilizing - ever have that "aha!" moment in the shower, or laying in your bed, or while running – a seemingly magical idea that is captivating and motivating? What if you could trigger those ideas on demand? Bill says you can - in less than 60 seconds. It's all due to the specific roles of the hemispheres of the brain. Many of us know the idea of left brain/right brain - that the separate hemispheres of the brain are responsible for different types of thought. The left brain for analytical and logical thinking, the right brain for creativity and problem solving. Bill has been interested in accessing the right brain for problem solving for years, and now does seminars for Fortune 500 companies to teach CEOs and managers how to use this elusive part of the brain for high-level problem solving and strategy creation. However, he thinks that everyone can benefit from introducing right brain use into their lives. We discuss just how to do this, plus:   why introducing the creative brain to your to-do list can make you more productive how to use the right brain to get into flow how to ask yourself the right questions - and why it's important how relaxation and stress relief plays into creativity   For complete shownotes and more, please head over to www.optimizedgeek.com/billdonius LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED Williamdonius.com William Donius LinkedIn Will Donius TEDx talk Thought Revolution The Next Level Experience Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain Recovery of Your Inner Child Cultured Code Getting Things Done Change Your Questions, Change Your Life The Sketchnote Handbook The Sketchnote Workbook Of Two Minds Idea Stormers       GET OPTIMIZED! Ideation is exponentially better when you incorporate the right brain. To do it, simply clear your head, do some deep breathing, and be intentional about accessing the right brain while you write with your non-dominant hand. The ideas you have will astonish you. Have a to-do list writing session where you incorporate the right brain to what important tasks you may have missed or what ideas you might have for rearranging your schedule. It can be illuminating to use right-brain thinking to visualize the distant future, for your company or for your own personal journey. To do it, access your right brain and ask "What will my future look like?" and draw a picture with your non-dominant hand.   THANK YOU FOR LISTENING! As always, thank you for tuning in. Please feel free to drop by the website to contact me or leave a comment. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it! -Stephan

Most people agree that for businesses to compete globally in the 21st century, we must be innovative. We must be creative. Yet, most of today’s workers continue to be trapped by left brain thinking, or logical thinking, that fails to get the results they want. Our guest is thought leader, strategist and author Bill Donius. Bill’s first book, Thought Revolution: How to Unlock Your Inner Genius, debuted last year by making all the major best-seller lists, including the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Publisher’s Weekly and Nielsen. Bill has an extensive social media network, writes for the Huffington Post and is also working on a second book. Thought Revolution begins where other books in the field end, offering a proven, easy method for finding your creativity by tapping into your right brain. Still not convinced that you work in an industry where right brain thinking could make a difference? The former CEO and chair of a midwestern bank, Bill was able to engage his creative mind and expand the bank into new geographic markets after devising and implenting this process. And in 2008, he was appointed to a two-year term on the Banker Council that advised the Federal Reserve Board and Ben Bernanke in the midst of the financial crisis. Bill is here today to talk about how following his process can disrupt complacency and conventional thinking in the business world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Author and St. Louis native Bill Donius tells us about a method that can help you get those occasional "Aha moments" to happen much more frequently…a method that's as easy as switching your pen from one hand to the other. He says it's all about learning how to use your whole brain, including your right brain – the side of your brain that's often ignored as left brain logic takes over answering most of our daily questions. Donius says using your whole brain can change your perspectives, actions, habits and moods in revolutionary ways. It was successful for hundreds of volunteers who tried it out before he wrote his book, Thought Revolution: How to Unlock Your Inner Genius; volunteers that included executives from Express Scripts, Enterprise Rent-a-Car and Clear Channel Broadcasting. Business leaders are now taking his findings into the workplace to try to unlock innovative ideas from the right hemisphere of employees' minds.