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How do you go from being labeled "educable mentally retarded" to becoming one of the world's most legendary orators? How can you use humor effectively without telling a single joke? In this powerful session, motivational icon Les Brown, speaking Hall of Famer Joel Weldon, and the late, great Sean Stephenson join Joe Polish to reveal the secrets behind world-class communication.
You’ll discover why "laughter is the lubricant" of life, how to craft stories that penetrate the heart, and why speaking is actually a "private conversation held publicly." Les Brown shares his personal journey through adversity—from academic struggles to stage 4 cancer—and breaks down exactly how to shift an audience’s energy. You'll also learn practical strategies for overcoming stage fright, building relationships with influencers, and finding your authentic voice.
If you want to speak with power, connect deeply with others, and live a life that outlives you, this video is your masterclass.
In This Video, You’ll Learn:
• The Secret to Humor: Why you don't need to tell jokes to be funny, and how to use "strategic humor" to open hearts.
• The Golden Rule of Storytelling: "Never make a point without a story, and never tell a story without a point."
• Les Brown’s Life-Changing Lesson: The three things Mr. Washington taught Les that disrupted his reality and set him on the path to greatness.
• Joel Weldon’s 3 Speaking Truths: Why speaking is a learned skill, the fastest way to position yourself as an expert, and the power of just "being you."
• Overcoming Stage Fright: How to eliminate nervousness by shifting your focus from yourself to serving your audience.
• "Advocate Marketing": Sean Stephenson’s strategy for building a career by bringing massive value to influencers and connectors.
• The "Danger Zone" Story: How Les Brown landed a $640,000 contract by asking one simple, empathetic question.
• Handling "Imposter Syndrome": Why your inner voice is a liar and how to realize you belong in the room.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Les Brown on using humor and the "Walk Away Money" story
02:35 – The teacher who changed Les Brown’s life ("Someone's opinion of you does not have to become your reality")
05:15 – The power of asking questions: How Les landed a major pharmaceutical contract
08:20 – Learning from the greats: Paul Harvey, Billy Graham, and Zig Ziglar
11:00 – The vulnerability of addiction and the importance of non-judgmental friends
15:45 – "It's Possible": A framework for shifting an audience's mindset
18:30 – Michael Bernoff and Les Brown: "Average Sucks" vs. "You Can Be Anything"
23:45 – The power of relationships: Andre Norman and prison reform
30:15 – Joel Weldon: The 3 most valuable speaking lessons
34:30 – Overcoming the fear of public speaking (False Evidence Appearing Real)
37:40 – Sean Stephenson: How to get $10k+ speaking gigs through "Advocate Marketing"
46:30 – Les Brown’s "80,000 People" story and overcoming terror
50:45 – Final thoughts: You were chosen for this work
Ready for more Genius Network training and inspiration? 🚩SUBSCRIBE 🚩 to the YouTube Channel here: goo.gl/0mX9id
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👉🏽 Follow Joe Polish:
Facebook: goo.gl/opG8L7
Twitter: goo.gl/CkUzNa
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Joe's Free Book: joesfreebook.com
If you’d like to join world-renowned Entrepreneurs at the next Genius Network® Event – then apply today for your invitation to attend at geniusnetwork.com/event/.
How do you go from being labeled "educable mentally retarded" to becoming one of the world's most legendary orators? How can you use humor effectively without telling a single joke? In this powerful session, motivational icon Les Brown, speaking Hall of Famer Joel Weldon, and the late, great Sean Stephenson join Joe Polish to reveal the secrets behind world-class communication.
You’ll discover why "laughter is the lubricant" of life, how to craft stories that penetrate the heart, and why speaking is actually a "private conversation held publicly." Les Brown shares his personal journey through adversity—from academic struggles to stage 4 cancer—and breaks down exactly how to shift an audience’s energy. You'll also learn practical strategies for overcoming stage fright, building relationships with influencers, and finding your authentic voice.
If you want to speak with power, connect deeply with others, and live a life that outlives you, this video is your masterclass.
In This Video, You’ll Learn:
• The Secret to Humor: Why you don't need to tell jokes to be funny, and how to use "strategic humor" to open hearts.
• The Golden Rule of Storytelling: "Never make a point without a story, and never tell a story without a point."
• Les Brown’s Life-Changing Lesson: The three things Mr. Washington taught Les that disrupted his reality and set him on the path to greatness.
• Joel Weldon’s 3 Speaking Truths: Why speaking is a learned skill, the fastest way to position yourself as an expert, and the power of just "being you."
• Overcoming Stage Fright: How to eliminate nervousness by shifting your focus from yourself to serving your audience.
• "Advocate Marketing": Sean Stephenson’s strategy for building a career by bringing massive value to influencers and connectors.
• The "Danger Zone" Story: How Les Brown landed a $640,000 contract by asking one simple, empathetic question.
• Handling "Imposter Syndrome": Why your inner voice is a liar and how to realize you belong in the room.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Les Brown on using humor and the "Walk Away Money" story
02:35 – The teacher who changed Les Brown’s life ("Someone's opinion of you does not have to become your reality")
05:15 – The power of asking questions: How Les landed a major pharmaceutical contract
08:20 – Learning from the greats: Paul Harvey, Billy Graham, and Zig Ziglar
11:00 – The vulnerability of addiction and the importance of non-judgmental friends
15:45 – "It's Possible": A framework for shifting an audience's mindset
18:30 – Michael Bernoff and Les Brown: "Average Sucks" vs. "You Can Be Anything"
23:45 – The power of relationships: Andre Norman and prison reform
30:15 – Joel Weldon: The 3 most valuable speaking lessons
34:30 – Overcoming the fear of public speaking (False Evidence Appearing Real)
37:40 – Sean Stephenson: How to get $10k+ speaking gigs through "Advocate Marketing"
46:30 – Les Brown’s "80,000 People" story and overcoming terror
50:45 – Final thoughts: You were chosen for this work
Ready for more Genius Network training and inspiration? 🚩SUBSCRIBE 🚩 to the YouTube Channel here: goo.gl/0mX9id
==============================================
Connect with me:
👉🏽 Follow Joe Polish:
Facebook: goo.gl/opG8L7
Twitter: goo.gl/CkUzNa
Instagram: goo.gl/1BZj32
