Podcast appearances and mentions of brad harker

On this episode of The Purpose Driven Podcast, Alex sits down with Brad Harker. Brad shares his experience growing up in Canada & what led him to helping business owners find out their purpose and passion. Find Brad Harker's book here https://www.bradharker.com/the-laws-of-influence-book

Have you ever felt stuck in life, parenthood, business, a relationship, etc.? We brought Brad Harker on the show to give some advice on getting "unstuck" and aligned with our authentic purpose - and let's just say Brad comes in hot in this episode with GOLDEN advice. Brad is an author, entrepreneur, and growth coach who helps driven entrepreneurs and experts navigate the personal and professional roadblocks of growth the become FREE & FEARLESS in the pursuit of their highest potential. Jump into the episode and let us know what you think! You can find us living our hypest lives on Insta @hype.your.life. You can find Brad at www.BradHarker.com

Brad Harker is joining us today to talk about the power of influence, purpose, and authenticity. He is a loving husband, a proud father, a published author, speaker, podcast host, and entrepreneur. Brad specializes in entrepreneurship, business development, sales strategies, and coaching; he is a relentless problem solver and passionate about helping people live in alignment with their core values. His book, "The laws of influence," has been recognized by Forbes and other outlets as an essential resource for entrepreneurs, sales leaders, and influencers.In this episode, we have a fantastic conversation about Brad's journey in entrepreneurship, his first steps as a businessman, and how he balances the demands of running multiple companies with his obligations as a father and husband. We talk about the importance of authenticity, setting a framework for our goals that matches our values, and the courage to stop playing small. Brad also shared details of what he looks for when hiring someone to work with him, how to create a victorious mindset, and three action steps to turn our aspirations and wishes into clear and attainable goals. Some Questions I Ask:You've had an unconventional career path. Could you share a bit about your story? (2:32)As you've transitioned into different careers and different focuses, how have you been able to manage that from a family perspective? (7:11)Through your work with companies, what things do you see come up the most where people struggle? (14:19)In This Episode, You Will Learn:About Brad's first steps in the sales world (3:12)You can't hide from your passions (6:05)How Brad deals with being busy and spending time with his family (10:21)What are the traits Brad looks for in people before hiring them and why (14:45)Why is it so terrifying to stop playing small (24:56)The importance of avoiding comparing our lives with others' highlights reels (28:57)Resources:Brad Harker websiteBook: Brad Harker - The Laws of Influence: Proven Strategies For Launching Your Life & Career.Book: Dan Sullivan, Dr. Benjamin Hardy - The Gap and the Gain: The High Achievers' Guide to Happiness, Confidence, and SuccessInfluence with Brad Harker podcastConnect with Brad:LinkedInLet's Connect!WebsiteLinkedInInstagram FacebookEmail: clint@flavorofleadership.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We've all heard the phrase "living well is the best revenge," but one of the most important and encouraging things I've learned over the past few years is that living well makes the most compelling case for change. If changing hearts and minds is your goal, you've got to show the other side how green the grass is where you're standing!   Brad Harker grew up in a tightknit Mormon community in Australia. After decades of repression, he came out as a gay man, and was determined to serve the community that he felt he had betrayed for so long. Over the years, Brad has become an influential voice in the LGBTQ+ community, and especially among previous Latter Day Saints members. He organized a group called "the Peacock Mormons," which advocates for broader acceptance of minority communities within the LDS church. Brad's optimistic message of love, tolerance, and hope for a better future is a breath of fresh air, and we had a great time talking to him!   Big thanks to our buddy Luke “Slam Dunk” Wilson for joining us for the intro! Check out Ep. 12 - Conversion Therapy Speed Dating to hear his story.

"More than 90% of startups fail, due primarily to self-destruction rather than competition." The Sales Gap is perhaps the most daunting stage of entrepreneurship. Most founders will agree that their primary objective is to leverage product market fit into scalable sales growth as efficiently as possible. However, the majority of startups self-destruct during this transition as a result of premature scaling. In this keynote excerpt from Founders Weekend, Brad Harker explores the concept of "sales validation," and the roadmap he has developed to help organizations preempt the dangers of premature scaling, and generate sustainable sales growth. ON THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: Navigating the Sales Gap Premature Scaling vs. Market Bubbles Sales Validation - the capstone to Product Market Fit 4 Prerequisites to sales validation Business Validation Value Proposition Sales Alignment Launch Strategy Defining 4 Stages of the Sales Process Lead Development Sales Mapping Marketing Automation Metrics 7 Components of Sales Validation Sales validation is confirmed when the following 7 criteria are achieved with the majority of those transactions: Are you consistent in where you source new leads? Is the sales process similar? When customers purchase, is the product stable? Are customers buying the product for the same features? Do you need to customize the product to make the sale Are your customers endorsing and evangelizing your product? Is it profitable?

When it comes to startup sales consulting, Brad Harker offers a powerful blend of proven industry experience and creativity. Brad is a consultant, author, and entrepreneur whose creativity and passion for problem solving has fueled a robust entrepreneurial background that includes more than a quarter-billion dollars in sales. After publishing The Laws of Influence, Brad launched SalesFounders, a consulting firm dedicated to helping entrepreneurs implement strategies to bridge the startup sales gap and successfully transition into scalable sales revenue. Having trained and recruited thousands of sales professionals, Brad is an industry leader when it comes to challenging the organizational hurdles of recruiting, developing, and motivating high-performance sales talent. We discuss with Brad his inspiring story and how his approach to a life, business and influence makes a difference for those he works with. Tidbits from the show: Influence is the mindset, the strategies and approach that success people take to leverage their potential and HOW they facilitate that exchange of value . His book Laws of Influence helps the reader to tap into their own leverage. Everything we read today is expanded upon existing truths. What does this matter? The process of writing a book changes a person, and the evidence of that change is the book itself. Thoughts are things. You believe of their power is the next shift. What you think is what you see, and what you see is what you experience. Creative people commonly struggle with consistency. Lack of clarity / alignment is the ROOT of all frustration. The deeper you get into understanding the law of attraction, the more you have to work on your inner issues. “Knowing thyself is the beginning of all wisdom.” Ask yourself, “Do those I are serving understand what they need?” By speaking to their needs it removes the any sales or closing tactic and allows connection. Look up and apply Napoleon Hill’s “Mastermind Panel” principle. POWERFUL. GIVE AWAY VALUE. FORGET ABOUT WHAT YOU GET IN RETURN. ANY MANY MORE! Resources Mentioned in this episode: Think and Grow Rich: Napoleon Hill Science of Getting Rich: Wallace D. Wattles Science of Being Great: Wallace D. Wattles Laws of Success: Napoleon Hill “We are predisposed to grow along certain lines.” “The process of writing a book changes a person, and the evidence of that change is the book itself.” Visit BradHarker.com for a FREE copy of his book “Laws of Influence” and SalesFounders.com to hear his podcast and work with Brad!   SPONSORS: XR Nutrition is my newest sponsor and the answer I had been seeking in my health. They provide whole food vitamins that support the body on a cellular level. All plant based supplements that help you digest the necessary things to ensure your best health. Go to bp.xrnutrition.com and use rulesofsucccess20 a checkout for 20% your order. Gnarly Nutrition is where you find all that great, non-GMO nutrition based supplements that you hear about on this show. At GoGnarly.com the Coupon Code RulesofSuccess for 25% at check out. RulesofSuccess.com is where you can access the three pillars of any successful project: The right info. The right guidance. The right community. It all starts with my 12 Week Expansion Blueprint that you can access for FREE. You’ll also be given a chance to join our Private Facebook Community The Annex: Rules of Success starting at just $1. Join us!  

"Challenge your fears." - Brad Harker Brad Harker - Author, Speaker, and Creator of SalesFounders Brad Harker is a published author, speaker, and startup sales consultant. His creativity and passion for problem solving has fueled an entrepreneurial background that includes more than a quarter-billion dollars in sales. Brad is the author of The Laws of Influence and his work has been recognized by a number of outlets, including Forbes and Entrepreneur.com. Through SalesFounders - a podcast and consulting firm, Brad advises entrepreneurs with proven systems to bridge the "sales gap" and generate scalable revenue. Brad lives in St. George, Utah, with his wife and four children. Check out www.salesfounders.com for more information. Connect with Brad: Website | Facebook | Instagram | Podcast | LinkedIn | Youtube Subscribe to the Outlier Newsletter: Click Here Brought to you by: If you enjoy Outlier On Air, please Subscribe & Review on iTunes or Stitcher

Brad Harker is a published author, speaker, performance coach, and host of the top-rated Influence podcast. His creativity and passion for problem solving has fueled a robust entrepreneurial background that includes the creation of several companies and more than a quarter-billion dollars in sales. Brad’s published book, “The Laws of Influence – Mastering the Art of Sales, Leadership, and Change” has been recognized by a number of outlets, including Forbes. In this episode, Brad and Stacy discuss the challenges of entrepreneurship and why it’s so important to create something of value. Some highlights include: “I went after so many things that were hollow.” At minute 1:00, Brad talks about making the mistakes of chasing money early in his career and the changes he made to become the happy, successful person he is today. Don’t get so caught up in money. At minute 10:00, Brad talks about why he’s not a big fan of investing and why he would rather enjoy the fruits of his labor. There are different stages of work-life balance. At minute 13:00, Brad talks about these stages and which one he’s currently in. “My greatest vice in my life is my patience.” At minute 22:00, Brad talks about the challenges of being an entrepreneur. It’s amazing how much clearer your decisions become in context of your audience. At minute 26:00, Brad talks about how to figure out how to create value in your business. Ways to contact Brad: Book: “The Laws of Influence – Mastering the Art of Sales” Website: bradharker.com *Business Rescue Road Map may be an affiliate or receive compensation from some of the business listed for referrals, as their “thank you” for sending you their way. However, we would never recommend any product or service unless we personally love the product and have great things to say about it. Our reputation is at stake and we would not jeopardize that!

If you knew you couldn't fail, what would you do? Have you ever struggled to stay motivated doing something you once loved? Do you find that factors that used to motivate you no longer have that effect?  Motivation is generally defined as the force that compels us to action. It drives us to work hard and pushes us to succeed. Motivation influences our behavior and our ability to accomplish goals. There are many different forms of motivation. Each one influences behavior in its own unique way, and no single type of motivation works for everyone. People’s personalities vary and so does the type of motivation that is most effective at inspiring someone at any given time.  True motivation comes from within and is the topic of this weeks episode of influence.   In this episode we talk about: Why the majority of people struggle with motivation. What does it mean to be in alignment? The 4 components of Motivation Aligning with purpose - the foundation of motivation. Knowing your Value - reaching new levels of performance. Initiative - 3 ingredients to conquer the challenge of staying motivated. Perspective - Confidence, Assumptiveness, and Adversity - Mindsets that can make or break motivation.  Influence - Salesmanship and the models that guide our interactions. Thank you for listening to our show. Take a minute to join the discussion on our Influencers Facebook group and if there is someone you know that should be featured on our show, please reach out to me for details and a free signed copy of the Laws of Influence. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show and please come back next week for more Influence with Brad Harker.

Brad is an author, speaker, influence expert, professor, and consultant with a robust entrepreneurial background that includes the creation of several companies and more than a quarter-billion dollars in sales. His book, The Laws of Influence, has become recognized as a powerful tool for entrepreneurs, sales leaders and influencers.

"Find something meaningful that is good to do . . .you can do big things that make a big difference"  -Devin Thorpe  Have you ever wanted to do something but felt like there was no way to earn a living doing it? Have you ever been convinced by friends or family not to do something that you knew in your heart you should? This week on Influence, I visit with Social Champion, Devin Thorpe. Devin is making a profound mark on the world everyday as a Forbes Contributor, journalist, speaker, and world-traveling volunteer. Beyond these major initiatives, Devin is focused on something else . . .something big. He is closing in on the common strategies behind histories biggest social initiatives and he is ready to share his discoveries with the world. These strategies explain why social entrepreneurship is taking businesses to new levels of profitability and how the cure for blindness, or polio might be just around the corner. Devin is one who broke free of the corporate handcuffs and set his sights on bringing change through service. His story will definitelyinspire you to find your calling and make your own mark on the world.  In this episode, we talk about: Finding success by following your passion, even if you don't know how to pay for it.  The global impact of Social Entrepreneurship. Social responsibility and how it can transform your business culture and boost your profitability.  How entrepreneurs are essential to our hope to irradiate poverty, and create a better global future.  What Devin is researching that will lead to our ability to cure polio, and eventually, cancer, blindness, and poverty. The importance of social media to champion initiatives and global objectives.  "When we add purpose, we get profit." -Devin Thorpe MEET DEVIN THORPE Champion of Social Good | Journalist | Speaker Devin was a finance guy until he realized life wasn’t all about money. Now a new media journalist, he calls himself a champion of social good. He travels the world as a volunteer doing service, as a journalist finding heroes and as a speaker sharing what he’s learned. As a Forbes Contributor he covers social entrepreneurship and impact investing, reaching an audience of over 1 million people. He’s produced over 600 episodes of his Your Mark on the World show featuring luminary change agents. His books—read almost 1 million times—draw on his entrepreneurial finance experience as an investment banker and CFO, helping people use money for good. STAY IN TOUCH WITH DEVIN Website: www.devinthorpe.comTwitter: @devinthorpeDownload free copies of Devin's books here: Amazon Thank you for listening to our show. Take a minute to join the discussion on our Influencers Facebook group and if there is someone you know that should be featured on our show, please reach out to me for details and a free signed copy of the Laws of Influence. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show and please come back next week for more Influence with Brad Harker.

"I've sold myself from the penitentiary to the penthouse"  -Ryan Stewman This episode of Influence is a first. Two sales guru's with very different backgrounds get together to talk about the strategies of the pro's. Ryan's converted a lifetime of sales experience into a blog and a few tech wizards, helped him convert his blog into an online presence that is garnering millions of views each month. Ryan teaches "outside the box" lead generation strategies as well as "out of the box" funnel programs to start building a customer base within hours. Most importantly, Ryan teaches his clients how to close those leads. His focus isn't just high pressure in-your-face selling. His approach is methodical, surgical and most importantly, captivating. Ryan's method teaches you how to create so much value that your customers will look forward to paying you a commission. In this episode, we talk about: Everyone, regardless of role or responsibility, is actively involved in the process of selling, EVERYDAY. How Ryan leveraged his job selling car washes to become a mortgage companies highest producing salesman. How Ryan converted a simple blog into a lead magnet that has fueled a multi-million dollar business. The importance of "process" in salesmanship, and how to become a top closer even if your sales skills are green. Why you need a sales funnel and 3 strategies to ensure your funnel is catching the right customers. A sales process that works - comparing the funnel to the Influence Model The psychology of selling - why your customers buy and how to market to their buying interests. Doesn’t matter if you are selling cars, homes, financial services or consulting, I can help you generate more leads with higher quality, increase your closing ratios and show you how to charge premium fees for the items you sell. -Ryan Stewman MEET RYAN STEWMAN Who is Ryan Stewman? First and foremost he’s a salesman. Followed by Best Selling Author, Speaker, Consultant, Entrepreneur, and Podcaster. Ryan has not had a salaried job his entire life. By mastering the art of being a super effective communicator, Ryan has closed more transactions than he has time to add up. Besides, no one likes looking at super inflated numbers that are just a guess. With his no BS approach to making things happen, Ryan has been able to help high income, and high net worth performers make adjustments in their businesses that have led to windfalls of profits for them. Ryan’s background is in the mortgage industry. He was a loan officer in Dallas, Texas for almost 10 years. During his time as a LO, Ryan closed 1000s of loans for people across the country. Ryan has been the top producing salesman at every sales job he’s had. Lastly, Ryan would like me to tell you to hire him. You can check his LONG track record of helping top producers hit a level in business they never before imagined. You won’t find any negative reviews from any of his paying clients, past and present, anywhere. He ALWAYS delivers what he says, and his track record proves it. Buy from Ryan and win. End of story. STAY IN TOUCH WITH RYAN Website: http://www.hardcorecloser.comSocial Media: https://clyxo.com/hardcorecloser Thank you for listening to our show. Take a minute to join the discussion on our Influencers Facebook group and if there is someone you know that should be featured on our show, please reach out to me for details and a free signed copy of the Laws of Influence. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show and please come back next week for more Influence with Brad Harker.

My guest this week is Travis Dillard - wellness coach, entrepreneur, and super-ripped dude. Fitness and health weren't always part of Travis' life. In fact, for most of his youth, he took his health for granted. A life-changing realization launched Travis into a quest to find his health, and a consequent passion to build a business helping other entrepreneurs do the same. Today, entrepreneurs looking for an edge depend on Travis to help them increase their focus and energy quickly so they can maximize their money making capacity, day-to-day performance, and transform not just their bodies, but also the way they live, feel, and see themselves when they look in the mirror. "Focus on your health, so you CAN enjoy you wealth."  -Travis Dillard In this episode, we talk about: The importance of balance and why your health is a critical part of that balance. The impact your health has on your performance, creativity, and career success. Understanding the effect of controlling your hormone profile: cortisol, testosterone, and adrenal fatigue. Building a sustainable health plan based on doing what you enjoy and how not to burn out! Why most people are doing it all wrong - a Harvard study that might inspire you to change your routine. Building a Foundation - How to change the story that you are telling yourself everyday to build a positive mindset. The importance of staying hydrated and understanding the importance of your diet. Why traditional diets and "gym bursts" don't work. Discover how to build a long-term health plan. MEET TRAVIS DILLARD No, I haven’t lived out of my car, begged for money or eaten garbage scraps, In fact, I was very blessed with a supportive family and a great education. That being said… It made it very easy to just let life pass me by. After all, everything was “okay”. Right? Well, this road to mediocrity eventually led me to a dark place. I was skinny, yet fat in all the wrong places. You know, the type with frail looking legs but a soft, pudgy upper body. The guy who was too embarrassed to take his shirt off at the pool. Yep, that was me. Given the way I looked and felt about myself, I was lost, insecure and anxious about my future. Even worse, I was tired, out of shape, and lacked any real focus. The Turning Point A long story short, I made a drastic change to force myself in the right direction…I got in shape and started a business. Mission: I want to see other entrepreneurs follow what worked for me. Where I am now: 5 years success in coaching entrepreneurs and busy guys to better bodies, more energy, more focus without the pressure and noise in life. Competitive Bodybuilder Spoke at Events in NYC Thousands of pounds shed and hundreds of life changing coaching calls. Spent 10s of thousands of $’s in coaching and mentoring from many well-known weight loss, mindset and business experts. Your business depends on your mental clarity, your energy and your ability to make clear and logical decisions on the fly. We all have a superpower to deliver to the world and your body is the only channel you have to deliver your offering. Isn’t it time you start treating it as such? Quite frankly, If you are not treating your body and mind with the respect it deserves, you are being selfish. Imagine what your partner would say, what your kids would think, what your business would look like? You have the ability to help more people, and to finally start enjoying your wealth. …To stop leaving money on the table. …To finally look good, feel good & perform at your highest levels. Begin to treat your body like a professional athlete, and bring out your best physical self. Travis DillardYour Body, Your Business STAY IN TOUCH WITH TRAVIS Website:www.travisdillard.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/tdupfitness Download The Travelers Cheat Sheet Thank you for listening to our show. Take a minute to join the discussion on our Influencers Facebook group and if there is someone you know that should be featured on our show, please reach out to me for details and a free signed copy of the Laws of Influence. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show and please come back next week for more Influence with Brad Harker.

This episode of Influence takes you right into the action with Dan Klein - millionaire marketer and co-founder of jobkilling.com. Dan has perfected a system that leverages the power of online marketing to help thousands ditch their job and embrace financial freedom. Understanding that many of our listeners are not necessarily looking to kill their job's, I convinced Dan to share some of his most prized online strategies to drive more leads through the proverbial front door. In this episode, we discuss: Why salesmanship is a necessary skill, regardless of profession. Why so many people get stuck in mundane jobs and end up working for someone elses dream. What is Virtual Real Estate and how can you create income developing virtual properties. Why most businesses are constructed backwards and a theory as to why most businesses fail. The importance of leads to sustainable business growth. Step-by-step process to start capturing leads today. How to "kill your job" and make a fortune working for yourself. "Leads are the game . . .there is nothing more important or nothing that drives revenue more than leads. That’s the only reason people advertise, is to generate leads. So if you want to fast forward your results, you need to learn how to be your own lead generator."  -Dan Klein MEET DAN KLEIN As a former Division 1 Athlete, Dan left school to sell luxury motorhomes and automobiles. Dan was the youngest sales manager of a Fortune 500 Company, and perfected his sales techniques swiftly and with ease. After leaving the car industry in 2008, Dan spearheaded two highly profitable online sales businesses peaking over seven figures in sales during the worst financial crisis of our time. After the sale of his internet companies, Dan acquired three local businesses and entered the consulting realm. In mid-2014 Dan and a partner launched one of the largest world-wide local lead generation training companies to date; generating over $6 million in sales in less than 18 months. The company is jobkilling.com. and their mantra is "kill your 9-5". STAY IN TOUCH WITH DAN Website:www.jobkilling.comFacebook: Facebook.com/danjklein LINKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: Weebly website builder - http://www.weebly.comGoogle tracking number - google.com/voiceGoogle Adwords Express - https://www.google.com/adwords/express/Adwords Coupons from Fiverr - www.fiverr.com Thank you for listening to our show. Take a minute to join the discussion on our Influencers Facebook group and if there is someone you know that should be featured on our show, please reach out to me for details and a free signed copy of the Laws of Influence. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show and please come back next week for more Influence with Brad Harker.

"The biggest tragedy in my life wasn't that I lost my sight. The biggest tragedy is that I didn't live my life, before I lost my sight, like I do today. Today I see my blindness as a gift . . ."  -Tanner Gers This episode of Influence introduces the incredible story of Tanner Gers. At age 21, Tanner was in a horrible car accident that left him blind in both eyes. Instead of giving up, Tanner took flight, finishing his degree and eventually representing the United States as a Paralympic athlete. Today, Tanner is a power-house entrepreneur with a variety of businesses centered around coaching, health, and fitness. Just listening to Tanner will inspire you to stand up, get over yourself, and do something fantastic with your life. In this episode we are going to talk about: The accident that cost Tanner his vision and how he was able to overcome such adversity. How Tanner was able to "get back up", finish his degree, and become paralympic gold medalist. The power of belief and how Tanner was able to save his own life. How to take control of your life and find greatness within you. How to view obstacles as "gifts" that can propel your life to new heights. "Everyday is a lot easier when you know it could always be worse"  -Tanner Gers MEET TANNER GERS Tanner Gers (pronounced Gears) is a published author, professional speaker, US Paralympian, founder of ABSolutely Lean, and host of The Athlete Summit. Tanner’s big mission in life is to help people across the world achieve their potential with his gift for cultivating confidence, determination, and the will to achieve greatness in life, regardless of circumstance. Oh yeah. He’s also totally blind. In 2004, Tanner experienced a horrible auto accident that left him in a coma and destroyed his ability to see. Tanner was determined to not be defined by his disability or let that prevent him from living his dreams. Tanner is an individual that embodies the idea that anyone can do anything they set their mind to and does this every day by helping others achieve their full potential. In 2010, Tanner started training and coaching developmental athletes in various sports, including volleyball, baseball, football and cross country. After having the honor and the privilege to represent the United States at the 2012 Games in London, Tanner’s focus on optimal athletic performance began to shift toward optimal health. While having tremendous success with his 1-on-1 clients, Tanner felt he could do more with his story and began his public speaking career. Quickly becoming an accomplished speaker, Tanner delivers keynotes for schools, colleges, non-profits, and corporate events across the country in addition to presentations on exercise, nutrition, and health. Motivated to help individuals worldwide, Tanner launched www.ABSolutelyLean.com and published two books, “Becoming ABSolutely Lean: The First Steps to Optimal Health, Hormones and Achieving a Lean Body,” and “ABSolutely Lean Fast Food: The Fat Loss Guide in a Fast Food Life” and released his bodyweight fitness program, ABSolutely Lean System Fitness. Today, Tanner still consults, trains and designs customized programs for women, men and youth in health, body composition, fitness and athletic performance through www.ABSolutelyLean.com. "I decided that I wanted to be the fastest blind dude"  -Tanner Gers STAY IN TOUCH WITH TANNER Websites:www.ABSolutelyLean.comTwitter: @tannergersFacebook: Tanner Gers Thank you for listening to our show. Take a minute to join the discussion on our Influencers Facebook group and if there is someone you know that should be featured on our show, please reach out to me for details and a free signed copy of the Laws of Influence. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show and please come back next week for more Influence with Brad Harker.

“Your life does not get better by chance, it gets better by change”  -Jim Rohn This episode of Influence reveals a power example of how a mentor can transform your life. Michael Unks is wise beyond his years, and has some incredible insights into the foundational aspects of finding happiness and achieving success. I think we have all faced a time our life when we’ve questioned ourselves. Michael is one who did something about it. In this episode we discuss: Finding Acceptance with yourself How to create change in your life that lasts How to challenge the limiting beliefs that limit your progress Leveraging the importance of gratitude in your life And stay tuned for a strategy from Tony Robbins MEET MICHAEL UNKS Michael Unks is a pharmacist, public speaker, entrepreneur, habitual bow-tie wearer and a best-selling author on Amazon Michael graduated from the South Carolina College of Pharmacy in May 2015 at the age of 24. He dramatically changed his outlook in his last year of pharmacy school with help from his teacher, Will. A majority of his life he has struggled with his weight, social anxiety and the feeling of never being good enough. However, he’s made radical changes and wants to share what he learns with others so they can improve their lives, too. His writing style has been described as “Raw” because of his willingness to be vulnerable to help readers learn from his mistakes. Michael hoped his first book, One-Month Willpower: A Simple System For Life-Changing Transformation showed others how they can live incredible, fulfilling lives and reach their potential. He also wanted to give back to his country; All proceeds went towards the Wounded Warrior Project. His second book: “One-Week Willpower: A Simple Foundation to Become More Successful, Likable and Achieve Your Dreams” came out November 2015 and provides readers a one-week guide to improve their lives using the SIMPLE acronym. He is extremely excited about his third book: “Awesome in Hours: 7 Easily Obtainable Qualities, 35 Practical Take-Aways to Becoming an Awesome Individual.” A book that teaches the AWESOME acronym in less than 2 hours. STAY IN TOUCH WITH MICHAEL Website:www.michaelunks.com  Email: unksmichael@gmail.com Thank you for listening to our show. Take a minute to join the discussion on our Influencers Facebook group and if there is someone you know that should be featured on our show, please reach out to me for details and a free signed copy of the Laws of Influence. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show and please come back next week for more Influence with Brad Harker. Brad Harker is an author, speaker, influence expert, podcast host, professor, and consultant with a robust entrepreneurial background that includes the creation of several companies and more than a quarter-billion dollars in sales. His book, The Laws of Influence, has been recognized by a number of resources, including Forbes, as an essential resource for entrepreneurs, sales leaders and influencers. www.bradharker.com

Cody Erickson is not your typical salesman . . .or maybe he is. This is the transformational story of a young man who challenged the debilitating effects of Aspergers Syndrome, and became one of the top performing salesman in a door-to-door pest control company.  "Cody is a different person than the guy I met two years ago. Through the mastery of sales techniques, Cody has overcome the challenges of Aspergers Syndrome and transformed his life socially." - Justin Harwood THE STORY BEHIND CODY ERICKSON "If you ask everybody in our family that watched Cody grow up they would tell you that he is a walking miracle. Growing up was very difficult for him. He was persecuted for his disability and often came home crying his eyes out daily for years."   "Our God-sends were a few choice medical providers who helped us to keep Cody at home with the family. Without their expertise to get Cody's mood and severe impulse control issues under control he would have had to go to a residential treatment center. The incredible thing about Cody growing up was his intelligence. He could read like nobody I have ever seen and absorb every bit of it. He could also memorize things very well and really didn't have to study for tests. The only reason we didn't push college was because extensive testing showed that despite his intelligence, he had other learning disabilities that would make college something that would not instill a sense of success due to the difficulty he had with busy work involved with most schooling. When the opportunity came up for Cody to work with Justin Harwood we all had concerns if the grueling hard work of door to door sales would break him but with the skills taught to him by Justin and other salesmen, Cody learned to be the master of himself. After his first sales season ended he brought several of his coworkers to our house to meet them. At first we thought that these would be a few who just tolerated Cody, but what we found is an amazing brotherhood. These other salesmen grew to love Cody. They commented to me "Nobody gets mad at Cody no matter what he says. Look at him." They were referring to his big smile and dimples which seemed to win people's hearts even with his Aspie blunders. My boy gained confidence. He came back a changed person. Somebody believed in him and gave him a chance to find his talent. We could never repay Justin, nor the other influential salesmen who mentored Cody into the person he is today. As a mother, I often feel like I can't possibly be worthy to have been given such an incredible person as my son. He teaches me daily so much about life, people, compassion, and love. He could have many reasons to not smile because life has thrown him some difficult challenges but he wakes up with a smile on his face and is usually the first to make someone laugh with his fresh conclusions about life situations." Statistics More than 3.5 million Americans live with an autism spectrum disorder. (Buescher et al., 2014) Prevalence of autism in U.S. children increased by 119.4 percent from 2000 (1 in 150) to 2010 (1 in 68). (CDC, 2014) Autism is the fastest-growing developmental disability. (CDC, 2008) 35 percent of young adults (ages 19-23) with autism have not had a job or received postgraduate education after leaving high school. (Shattuck et al., 2012) What Is Asperger Syndrome? Asperger syndrome is an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) considered to be on the “high functioning” end of the spectrum. Affected children and adults have difficulty with social interactions and exhibit a restricted range of interests and/or repetitive behaviors. Motor development may be delayed, leading to clumsiness or uncoordinated motor movements. Compared with those affected by other forms of ASD, however, those with Asperger syndrome do not have significant delays or difficulties in language or cognitive development. Some even demonstrate precocious vocabulary – often in a highly specialized field of interest. The following behaviors are often associated with Asperger syndrome. However, they are seldom all present in any one individual and vary widely in degree: • limited or inappropriate social interactions• "robotic" or repetitive speech• challenges with nonverbal communication (gestures, facial expression, etc.) coupled with average to above average verbal skills• tendency to discuss self rather than others• inability to understand social/emotional issues or nonliteral phrases• lack of eye contact or reciprocal conversation• obsession with specific, often unusual, topics• one-sided conversations• awkward movements and/or mannerisms Source: www.autismspeaks.org Thank you for listening to our show. Take a minute to join the discussion on our Influencers Facebook group and if there is someone you know that should be featured on our show, please reach out to me for details and a free signed copy of the Laws of Influence. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show and please come back next week for more Influence with Brad Harker.

"Think it, ink it, believe it,and  achieve it"  -Patrick Snow One of the most powerful tools to capture and build market share is a published book. Successful speakers, authors, entrepreneurs and professionals are tapping into this $28 billion industry to build their brands, bolster their reputations, and create value for their audiences.  Enter Patrick Snow. Patrick became an international speaker and best-selling author the hard way. His first book, Create your Own Destiny, took five years and $20,000 to create. Having sold nearly 1 million copies of his book to date, Patrick has built a comprehensive program to help you develop, write, edit, and publish your book, and leverage that book into a powerful career as an author, speaker, and/or consultant. Having coached more than 1000 publishing clients and entertained more than 3000 audiences, trust me when I say that Patrick is a power-house in the publishing and speaking arena.  MEET PATRICK SNOW International Best-Selling Author | Professional Keynote Speaker | Publishing, Speaking & Book Marketing Coach  PATRICK SNOW is an international best-selling author, professional keynote speaker, publishing, speaking and book marketing coach. As a speaker, Patrick has electrified more than 3000 audiences on three continents and as a publishing coach, he has mentored more than 1000 clients throughout the world to successfully publish their fiction, non-fiction, memoir, legacy, and children’s books. Patrick has been recognized on TV, in magazines, and in major newspapers such as The New York Times. His book and family photo was also featured as a cover story in the December 5th, 2002, issue of USA TODAY. Patrick is author of the international bestseller, Creating Your Own Destiny, which has sold almost one million copies in five language and 108 countries worldwide since its first printing in 2001. As a result, this book and his second book, The Affluent Entrepreneur, have both been purchased by John Wiley & Sons in NY and have been republished under the Wiley imprint. He is also a contributing author to numerous other books including Chicken Soup for the Soul: Life Lessons for Mastering the Law of Attraction. Patrick's newest book, Boy Entrepreneur was published in September. Originally from Michigan, Patrick graduated from the University of Montana in 1991. He lived in the Seattle area for more than 20 years until April 2013, when he and his fiancé, Nicole, have moved to Maui, Hawaii (where he continues to build his speaking, coaching and consulting business). BONUS: Join our Influencers Community and Patrick will send you all 3 of his ebooks for free.  To schedule your no-obligation, complimentary, 30-minute publishing consultation direct with Publishing Coach, Patrick Snow, call or text 206.310.1200 or email patrick@patricksnow.com STAY IN TOUCH WITH PATRICK Websites:www.PatrickSnow.comwww.ThePublishingDoctor.comText: (206) 310-1200 Thank you for listening to our show. Take a minute to join the discussion on our Influencers Facebook group and if there is someone you know that should be featured on our show, please reach out to me for details and a free signed copy of the Laws of Influence. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show and please come back next week for more Influence with Brad Harker.

Brad is an author, speaker, influence expert, professor, and consultant with a robust entrepreneurial background that includes the creation of several companies and more than a quarter-billion dollars in sales. His book, The Laws of Influence, has become recognized as a powerful tool for entrepreneurs, sales leaders and influencers.

"Getting people to get a higher quality start is ultimately going to determine the finish they have." Meet Joe Jacobi   Olympic Gold Medalist | Performance Strategist | Professional Speaker | Author | Network Television Commentator   As America’s first ever Olympic Gold Medalist in Whitewater Canoe Slalom, Joe promotes and shares a framework that he’s created for performing at your best, doing the work that matters, and engaging with purpose. His platform includes 5 With Joe Performance Coaching and Strategy Workshops, Professional Speaking, the Sunday Morning Joe weekly newsletter, & Network Broadcasting. “With no goals or big aspirations, I made one small, positive change in my life. The change wasn’t so important. The implementation of the change was everything. A small step that can be repeated every day.” SMALL-STEPS DAILY PRACTICE Wake Up Yoga Stretches - 10 minutes Mindfullness meditation  - 20 minutes Journal - ask myself a set of questions each morning and evening - 10 minutes Idea Listing - 10 new idea's every day - usually based on a theme (chapters of a book, new products, etc) "This is the process that changed everything for me. Not overnight. But gently. And slowly. A small, healthy change here and there. Repeated. Every day. Positive change happened. I tested, learned, applied, and grew."   5 WITH JOE 5 With Joe is a five-week intensive program to build positive choices, lasting habits, and increased vitality based on the following five themes: Create time Declutter Create cultures of excellence Themes over goals Approach the start line STAY IN TOUCH WITH JOE Website: www.joejacobi.com Twitter: @JoeJacobi Sunday Morning Joe: http://jacobimedia.com/joejacobi/category/sunday-morning-joe/ Thank you for listening to our show. Take a minute to join the discussion on our Influencers Facebook group and if there is someone you know that should be featured on our show, please reach out to me for details and a free signed copy of the Laws of Influence. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show and please come back next week for more Influence with Brad Harker.  

Annie Vandermyde is the CEO of #Fly, an organization that helps women who have suffered abuse to connect with themselves and feel beautiful again and have a lasting image from the experience. More About Annie Following the end of a difficult marriage, Annie Vandermyde, a mother of three, found herself devastated, picking-up the pieces of a traumatic nine years. One day, at a very low point in her journey, Annie drew upon her passion for photography and cosmetology and organized a makeover and a photo shoot for herself. She wasn’t used to being behind the lens and knew it would challenge her. The experience awakened something in Annie. She saw a strong, beautiful woman in the photos –one who looked distantly familiar yet attainable to her. On the heels of this experience, Annie’s brother, wanting to “get Annie back”, gave her $500 to use ONLY to resurface the strong, beautiful woman Annie once was.  Pondering what to do with this new gift, one of her brothers suggested that her own makeover and photo shoot worked so well for her, why not do that for others? And so it began!  Annie began her new mission by partnering with a couple of local shelters that help women who are recovering from abuse.  She bought them a new outfit, completed a cosmetic session and did a photo shoot for these women –#FLY was born. In this episode we discuss – How adversity can prepare you for your greatest opportunity.– Steps to overcome depression and take control of your life.– How can you personally “do more than exist?”– The power of confidence and the importance of healthy relationships. Stay in touch with #FLY  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Hashtag-Fly-1616482921905371/?ref=hlInstagram: _hashtagfly.org_Website: www.hashtagfly.orgGo Fund Me: https://www.gofundme.com/hashtagfly Connect with Us Thank you for listening to our show. Take a minute to join the discussion on our Influencers Facebook group and if there is someone you know that should be featured on our show, please reach out to me for details and a free signed copy of the Laws of Influence. Don’t forget to subscribe to our show and please come back next week for more Influence with Brad Harker.

Welcome to Influence with Brad Harker, where we bring together great minds, and game changing concepts to help YOU, embrace your purpose, amplify your potential, and leverage the power of your Influence.

Brad Harker is an author, speaker, influence expert, adjunct professor, and consultant. His creativity and passion for problem solving has fueled a robust entrepreneurial background that includes the creation of several companies and more than a quarter-billion dollars in sales.  Brad’s published book, The Laws of Influence - Mastering the Art of Sales, Leadership, and Change has become the platform of his consulting company, FoundersInc.com. Brad actively consults with professionals and organizations in the disciplines of sales, leadership, and influence.  Brad will be speaking about the power of influence in dating and relationships.

After Steve gives the full report on his recent trip to Puerto Rico (including a priceless blunder by the Ritz Carlton resort), Kurt discusses this week's "geeky article moment."  A recent article on Psych Central reveals the advantages of both active and passive communication styles. The rest of the show centers around a recent interview Steve conducted with Brad Harker.  Brad is the author of The Laws of Influence - Mastering the Art of Sales, Leadership, and Change.  He operates a sales company, FoundersInc.com and actively consults with professionals and organizations in the disciplines of sales, leadership, and influence.

We all know that if we expect to achieve our goals, we’ll need some help along the way. Influence is the ability to enlist those around you to help make those goals a reality. My guest today is Brad Harker, an author, professional speaker, and leadership coach. He’ll share withThe post OoM 006: Increasing Your Level of Influence with Brad Harker appeared first on Order of Man.

"It's not weakness, it's just not the best leverage of my gifts" Is this guy really lucky or is he on to something? Take a listen and get to know Brad and how he went from being broke to flying on a private plane and bringing in 4 million dollars worth of deals, all within 30 days. Seriously, how does that happen?! Brad says, "I was crazy, almost reckless...It probably was reckless, but worth it." Brad has created his own ideology centered around understanding yourself and creating value. Oftentimes we all get caught up in our business, but do we step back to genuinely understand ourselves? Brad Harker is writing the book on this topic, literally. Look out for his book to come out soon because I would wager to say that a guy with $400 million in career sales knows a thing or two about finding a successful niche, and that's worth reading. Highlights: Sales Mentors Real Estate Expectations Mastermind Group When to completely dive in Dream/Vision Boards Finding your niche Core Attributes Motivation -Find your niche and what drives you Social Aptitude - People skills, empathy Initiative - Steps of action Emotional Fortitude - Dealing with feedback, learning from mistakes Take Away  "If we are truly passionate and we are aligned with our natural dispositions, our odds of success are immeasurably greater." -Brad Harker Connect With Brad: EmailLinkedinPersonal WebsiteStar West WebsiteFounders Inc Website   If you enjoy Outlier On Air, please Subscribe & Review on iTunes or Stitcher ARE YOU WANTING TO START YOUR OWN PODCAST? DO WHAT WE DID. JOIN THE COMMUNITY THAT WILL TEACH YOU ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW TO START, GROW AND MONITIZE FROM TOP PERFORMING PODCASTER JOHN LEE DUMAS. CLICK HERE FOR 10% OFF YOUR ONE-TIME ENROLLMENT.