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Send Leanne a messageLeanne Hughes and Alan Weiss explore what it really takes to design premium client experiences — from large-scale thought leadership conferences to intimate high-touch group gatherings in penthouse suites around the world. Alan shares the frameworks, courage, and lifestyle philosophy behind his most successful events, and Leanne reflects on her own recent red carpet camp-out experience.Topics CoveredDefining high-end experiences — Alan's two models: large group conferences (125–150 people) vs. intimate groups (7–10 people in premium locations)The large format event — Outside speakers (Dan Pink, Jonah Berger), a $30–35K AV crew, volunteer wranglers, concurrent sessions, and how to turn a cost-neutral event into $150K in spinoff businessThe intimate group format — Penthouses in London, Paris, and LA; Michelin-starred dinners; provoking IP over socialisingThe role of location — Why venue matters more for small groups, and how Alan used his Kauai suite to transform a stuffy sessionProgram design — Overwhelming with value, reframing problems rather than solving them, and the story of Mike Robert's legendary Pebble Beach strategy programCourage and filling seats — Becoming an "object of interest," the chain reaction of attraction, and why you should never lead with priceAccessibility as a brand strategy — Being the most accessible expert in a niche, and where to draw the lineCurating the right room — Why sophistication and maturity matter more than income, and the one time someone didn't belongLifestyle as the real brand — Why people follow Alan for the life he lives, not just his consulting expertiseWhat people get wrong — The experience should showcase you, not the venue; using Broadway plays, tours, and dinners as vehicles for IPVirtual high-end experiences — Why Alan believes in-person is essential for high-touch, community-building workPlanning and promotion — Shameless promotion, letting your wife veto the destination, and the 24-hour sign-up experimentKey Quotes"You don't solve problems. You recast and reframe them, so people say, 'I never looked at it like this before.'" — Alan Weiss"The higher high-tech goes with AI, the higher touch is required." — Alan Weiss"I prove that you can do it — and more importantly, that you can do it unashamedly." — Alan Weiss"If we're not pissing somebody off every day, we're not doing our job." — Alan WeissResources & People MentionedDan Pink — Author and speakerJonah Berger — Wharton School professor, author of ContagiousMichael Bungay Stanier — Author of The Coaching HabitRandy Gage — Author, prosperity mindset expertThe Innovation Formula — Alan Weiss & Mike Robert (1985)ConnectAlan Weiss: alanweiss.comLeanne Hughes: First Time FacilitatorTalk the Walk — next episode: first week of JuneGet Work Fame, my Substack newsletter, sharing the best ideas direct to your inbox!Support the show
Mike talks to Robert Englund who is best known for playing Freddy Kruger in A Nightmare on Elm Street. He reveals his secret to getting into character, what music he listened to while sitting in 4 hour of makeup prep and how his athletic background prepared him for the role. Mike also talks to two directors from the franchise: A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge director Jack Sholder and Freddy’s Dead: The Final Nightmare director Rachel Talalay about the behind the scenes of each film! In the Movie Review, Mike talks about The Smashing Machine starring Dwayne Johnson. He plays MMA fighter Mark Kerr as he reaches the peak of his career but faces personal hardships along the way with addiction. Mike talks about why the movie failed, why he hopes it doesn’t stop the Rock from taking risks and what shot it has at Oscar nominations. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about Disney’s Zootopia 2. Detectives Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde are back and find themselves on the twisting trail of a mysterious reptile who turns the mammal metropolis of Zootopia upside down. Mike shares how Zootopia 1 changed him and how the message of the sequel might be something we all need right now. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: MovieMikeD@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike talks to Robert Schwartzman (director, actor, musician) about his new documentary Hung Up On A Dream: The Zombies Documentary in theaters now. Robert talks about growing up in a musical household, his band Rooney getting featured on The O.C., auditioning for The Princess Diaries with Anne Hathaway, his brother Jason Schwartzman and what he learned from his uncle, legendary director Francis Ford Coppola. Robert also talks about his new documentary Hung Up on a Dream about The Zombies, the ups and downs of their career, the parallels between their story and his band, and why it’s important to support independent movies. In the Movie Review, Mike talks about Thunderbolts* aka The New Avengers. He shares why it reminded him of Phase 1, why Florence Pugh is the best actor in Marvel, and his theory as to why Marvel spoiled their own movie so quickly! He also shares where it ranks in Phase 5 of the MCU and he predicts what will be the best movie of Phase 6. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about “The Smashing Machine” Starring The Rock. It’s a gritty A24 biopic about UFC champ Mark Kerr. Will The Rock have a chance to be nominated or even win an Oscar for the role? Hung Up on a Dream: The Zombies Documentary is in theaters NOW! Get tickets HERE New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: MovieMikeD@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What's good everyone!Our second guest for this season, a familiar face too! Mr Michael Robert. We had a very deep chat with him around a year ago, check that out via our Spotify link below.In today's episode, we brought him on to talk about his year thus far, musically, spiritually, and also his life after graduating from university. A gifted young man, being a messenger with his gift and using it to bless and help others in one way or another. A man that's under the radar, but with the consistent heat he's been dropping will hopefully see more and more big opportunities to come! We hope you enjoy this one.Mike's music & socials:SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Z6gB...IG | https://www.instagram.com/m1kerobert7/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/visions-podcast/donations
in tonight's episode, we brought on super-talented artist Mike Robert on to discuss the importance of finding the right community, the struggles of being stuck in sin, the pressures of being a pastor's kid, and sacrificing passions and certain people to find peace and purpose...this and a whole lot more!make sure to check out Mike's two singles (link below):https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Z6gBraSBYAe5DyuQmcTW3?si=heVnzP3XSJKhlyiormafXASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/visions-podcast/donations
Student development occurs as a result of reciprocal give-and-take actions between the teacher and the pupil. This means that the well rounded teacher needs to support his or her students outside of the classroom. Consequently, this simple task of expressed interest in a child reaps benefits within the classroom. Today's episode summaries Mike Robert's 3rd Hack in his book, " Hacking Classroom Management: 10 Ideas To Help You Become the Type of Teacher They Make Movies About." Want to ADVERTISE your SERVICE or PRODUCT to a highly focused Music Education audience. Then ADVERTISE HERE! https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=MUSICED Promo Code = MUSICED Do You Get Value From The Show? Consider Supporting the Show with a $3 Donation. https://glow.fm/themusiceducatorpodcast/
Nswll radio episode 182 is OUT NOW! Check 1001tracklists ➜ 1001.tl/7gy84nu Have a look at the website ➜ www.noisewall.net/ Become a SpecialFan ➜ bit.ly/afterpresentsignup Noisewall Merchandise ➜ bit.ly/noisewallstore Subscribe the NSWLL RADIO podcast ➜ bit.ly/nswllpodcast 1. Henri Purnell - In My Feelings (Wankelmut Extended Remix) [00:00] 2. IGNITION x Diegx - Kafkaesque [03:37] 3. Kryder & Mark Roma - Pleasure Or Pain [06:37] 4. Mantrastic & Rechler - Groove On [10:22] 5. Mark Ursa, Alterboy - Sunshine [14:37] 6. Monamour - All My Life [17:22] 7. Ray Rhodes & Christian B - Burning The Night Out (Guz Remix) [20:37] 8. Retrika & Alex Mueller - Another Day [24:22] 9. Teamworx x Paul Aiden - Actions [27:45] 10. Teo Mandrelli, Jordan Grace, Fredrik - Yesterday [32:15] 11. Tom East - In The End Feat. Mike Robert [35:19] 12. Tom Westy - Remember Me [38:41] [Nosiewall] • Instagram | bit.ly/noisewalldjinstagram • Facebook | bit.ly/noisewallfacebook • Twitter | twitter.com/noisewallreal • Spotify | bit.ly/nosiewallspotify My Spotify Playlist ➜ bit.ly/nswllspotify *OUT OF MUSIC* Playlists ➜ bit.ly/noisewalloutofmusic Promo/Contact Box ➜ www.noisewall.net/contact/
Mike Robert tells his personal story of three separate instances where medical professionals let their homophobia get in the way of proper care.
This week on Work Comp Matters, Steve, Mike & Robert discuss LA School Board Strike (LAUSD), Nancy Pelosi, Donald Trump, Work Comp Central Update and much more. An update from John Scalia from Munich, Germany. Subscribe & listen to the weekly show on your favorite social media or podcast platform at workcompmatters.org.
This week on Work Comp Matters, Steve, Mike & Robert discuss Donald Trump, Gavin Newsom, the LA School Board Strike, Strippers in the Bay Area and much more. An update from John Scalia from Munich. Subscribe & listen to the weekly show on your favorite social media or podcast platform at workcompmatters.org.
Our special guest this week Mike Robert understands search marketing from different angles. Having founded SpyFu (http://www.spyfu.com/) in 2006 and Recon Files in 2010, he has led the charge in transforming the way search marketers craft their strategies in PPC and SEO. Exclusive offer to search Talk Live Listeners: get 25% off the first 3 months of a SpyFu monthly plan & 30-day money back guarantee. https://www.spyfu.com/mainpurchase/?couponcode=searchtalklive
Our special guest this week Mike Robert understands search marketing from different angles. Having founded SpyFu (http://www.spyfu.com/) in 2006 and Recon Files in 2010, he has led the charge in transforming the way search marketers craft their strategies in PPC and SEO.Exclusive offer to search Talk Live Listeners: get 25% off the first 3 months of a SpyFu monthly plan & 30-day money back guarantee.https://www.spyfu.com/mainpurchase/?couponcode=searchtalklive
Join Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation (www.endurancenation.us) for another installment of our weekly triathlon podcast. This week Coach P waxes poetic about gender equity, Ironman Texas Race Camp, Mike Robert's incredible swim thread and even dishes on how to handle training with zones as a newbie. Kori Martini drops in to turn the tables and interview Coach P instead...there's nowhere to hide!! Learn more about Endurance Nation, our Team Coaching model and how we can help you achieve your triathlon goals without sacrificing life as you know it! It's why we are two-time Ironman® TriClub Division One world champions! www.endurancenation.us