Episodes
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In this episode, I will give you an update about some exciting new developments… First and foremost, I am rebranding the podcast, it will have a brand-new look and feel. Season 4 will launch in early May with all the new updates, many fresh and exciting elements, and all of the best things you've loved about the original three seasons.
AND the other part of the news is the live EVENT happening in Dublin, Ireland, in April 2023 (check out owenfitzpatrick.com/seminar)
I'll guide you through new amazing modules starting with the “Brain Module” and continuing with others to help you Believe Better, Feel Better, Learn Better, Behave Better, Sway Better, and Live Better!
I also recommend signing up for my newsletter, where you will find a wide range of fascinating psychological and neurological topics and how they can help you to change your mind and believe better.
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In this episode, I tell you what is to come in 2023... including the brand new look and feel of the podcast AND the live EVENT happening in Dublin, Ireland in April 2023 (check out owenfitzpatrick.com/seminar)
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In this interview, I speak with a legend of marketing Mark Levy. Mark has really helped me with my own message and we had a very enjoyable and useful chat about how to find what he calls your big sexy idea. Lots of gold in this one!! Mark is a marketing genius.
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In this episode, I talk with two fantastic Psychologists who collaborated on an excellent book called 'Solving Modern Problems with a Stone Age Brain'. Had a really fun chat where we discussed Maslow, the challenges of the modern world, how we evolved to think and much much more... worth a listen!!!
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In this episode, we explore how to build your own personal brand and why it matters.
Your personal brand is crucial.
It establishes how people perceive you and get to know you.
Personal and Professional.
How do you want to be known?
What order are the qualities you want to be perceived as having?
How do you want to make people feel?
How can you add value to others?
What is unique about you?
What are you best at?
What stories reveal who you are?
How can you communicate who you are with your words?
How can you communicate who you are with your body language?
How can you communicate who you are with your voice?
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In this episode, we explore the inner critics and some strategies you can use to handle them!
It is not just an inner critic. There are many voices.
We just tend to position our critic in an elevated position.
The relationship with our inner critic.
Feelings can trigger it. Habitual thought patterns trigger it.
Potential vs Performance
Whenever you are evaluating yourself.
What is your goal?
What information is the critic suggesting?
How accurate is it?
What is the nuance?
How is it helpful?
How is it not helpful?
What are you going to do moving forward?
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In this episode, we talk with Carol Malakasis, the Start-Up Girl, about founder sales, rejection, imposter syndrome, and much, much more!
Carol is a New York City startup veteran.
She has ten years of experience in selling. She’s part of the founding sales teams for two startups that were acquired. and is quintilingual in nature. Working with early-stage founders has been her passion. Carol believes that everyone can sell if taught the right way.
Carol’s story and how she's able to do what she’s doing today What stands out as the most important lessons that she got about sales and persuasion? It’s not a matter of talent, it’s a matter of putting in the work Carol talks about changing perspectives and facing rejection How does she deal with insecurities and impostor syndrome? Rejection is never pleasant, even after you have years of experience Differentiating between external feedback and the way she speaks to herself One thing she believes is critical for founders, or any business owner, is the ability to sell Carol explains what a sales playbook is
Here are some key takeaways from this interview:To find out more about Carol check out
https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolmalakasis/Ramped Solutions
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In this episode, we explore what we need to do to put a plan in action and achieve what we want.
What is your goal?
How will you know when you’ve achieved it?
What stops you?
What can you do to overcome those challenges?
What do you need to succeed?
What milestones can you set along the way?
How can you reward yourself for the progress you’re making?
What will you do once you have succeeded?
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In this episode, I explore the power of goal setting. We explore different models of goal setting and the many benefits of what they allow us to do.
Types of goals:
Objectives and Key Results
Objectives
Key ResultsSMART Goals
Specific
Measurable
Achievable
Results-Oriented
Time-BasedWell-formed outcome:
Positive
Specific
Sensory Based
Ecological
ControlThe benefits of goals
Clarity
Focus
Calm
Confidence
Resilient
Motivated
Excited
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In this episode, we look at how you can be ready for the future by asking a number of key questions.
We grew up learning the infamous "when life gives you lemons" metaphor, which we use as a lesson to deal with when fate throws anything in our way. But that is not necessarily true because, most of the time, we're taken aback by how unpredictable the future is. Whether you’re currently weathering storms, just got fired from your dream job, or waiting for an acceptance call, here’s a simple guide to being ready for anything life throws your way, because living is a bit more tricky than lemons and oranges.
In today's episode, we'll be learning how to get prepared for the unknown. Here are some of the tips that you should follow in order to be prepared for the future:
1.Create a vision for the future that you want in sections.
2.Instead of preparing for the worst-case scenario, prepare for the most likely scenario.
3.What are the upcoming challenges that you foresee and potential challenges that might occur?
4.Weight the opportunities that are there for you?
5.Identify all of the different skills, mindsets, and behaviors you need in order for you to be ready for the future.
6.What do you need to do in order to make that vision a reality?
7.What are you going to do to be able to change things if something unexpected happens?
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In this episode, on this important week in climbing, I talk to Vivian Rigney, a top executive coach here in New York that has climbed the seven summits of the world including Mount Everest. He has also released a new book called ‘Naked at the Knife Edge’ about his incredible Everest adventure. An amazing book, it brings us on the journey as Vivian shares some wonderful wisdom on leadership and high performance along the way. Vivian also happens to be a good friend of mine and, in this episode, we discuss the book, his work with executives and some great wisdom he has learned along the way.
Here are some key takeaways from this interview:
Vivian’s background and how he found himself doing what he’s doing today Admitting that we need help and asking for help is another level of vulnerability that we all need in our business “Beliefs are often feelings rather than facts.” The motivation and drive that made him climb Mt. Everest What was the toughest part of the climb for him? What were the most important lessons in terms of great leadership that Vivian learned along the way? Managing your inner dialogue, thinking efficiently, understanding that vulnerability is a strength, and authenticity will lead to followership.To find out more about Vivian check out Vivianjamesrigney.com
TO GET HIS AMAZING BOOK:
HARDBACK VERSION OF NAKED AT THE KNIFE-EDGE
https://www.amazon.com/Naked-Knife-Edge-Everest-Leadership-Vulnerability/dp/1637630778/ref=sr_1_1?crid=16RXY6V036AQP&keywords=naked+at+the+knife+edge&qid=1649985725&sprefix=naked+at+the+knife+edg%2Caps%2C1136&sr=8-1AUDIOBOOK VERSION OF NAKED AT THE KNIFE-EDGE
https://www.amazon.com/Naked-Knife-Edge-Everest-Leadership-Vulnerability/dp/B09VCTGK11/ref=sr_1_2?crid=16RXY6V036AQP&keywords=naked+at+the+knife+edge&qid=1649985762&sprefix=naked+at+the+knife+edg%2Caps%2C1136&sr=8-2 -
In this episode, we explore the phenomena I first mentioned in my TEDx talk… Inner Propaganda… and explain how it works and how we influence ourselves internally.
Propaganda - Information of a misleading nature designed to influence people
Attention - we focus on whatever maintains the narrative
Confirmation Bias - we convince ourselves we are correct
Beliefs - Ideas with the feeling of certainty attached
Mindset - A collection of beliefs that we have about a specific topic
Emotions - Affect that we interpret in a particular way
Moods - Emotions that last more than a few minutes
Thoughts - Ideas we generate inside our mind consciously or unconsciously
Internal multilogue - the conversations that happen inside our head between different voices
Core Beliefs - what we believe no matter what we feel
Emotional Beliefs - what we believe when we feel a particular emotion
Our Inner narrative - the story we tell ourselves about a situation
An Emotion leads to emotional beliefs and an inner narrative that interprets the experience we are having.
From the internal multilogue, the negative voices gain power and use negative thoughts and emotional beliefs and an inner narrative. try and convince us of a negative reality.
This reality can keep the emotion alive and lead to a mood and even a mood disorder.
To overcome the challenge posed by inner propaganda, we need to take back power in our own minds.
This means understanding the difference between core beliefs and emotional beliefs.
It means changing our inner narratives and choosing where we put our attention.
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In this episode, we look at handling trauma and changing how we can react and respond to it effectively to move forward in our lives.
Healing from Trauma
When we experience trauma, it can be easy to forever suffer from the horrible emotions and memories. In this episode, we explore strategies we can use to help us to heal from it.
Disclaimer: Please make sure you seek help from a professional for any trauma that you find overwhelming.
2 Types of Patterning
Emotional
HabitualStrong emotional reaction makes memory solidify
Change emotional association
Change the narrative
Mindfulness - Get Distance
Run the Movie Backwards
Be gentle with yourself
Self Closure
Forgive yourself and them
Be okay with feeling bad
Talk about itHandling regrets
At least vs If only (Dan Pink The Power of Regret)
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In this episode, we explore the key questions you need to ask to start being the very best you can be.
It is about what you put your attention on and what action you take.
Attention:
Your focus follows your questions. Start with these 12 questions.
What would the very best you look like?
What would the very best you sound like?
How would the very best you act?
How would the very best you feel?
How would the very best you take care of yourself?
What would the very best you do to feel happy?
What would the morning routine of the very best you be like?
What would the evening routine of the very best you be like?
What would the very best you spend time learning?
How would the very best you switch off?
What strengths would the very best you leverage?
What weaknesses would the very best you work on?Action:
What are you going to do to make this happen?
When are you going to do it?
How are you going to do it?
Why are you going to do it?
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In this episode, I talk to my friend and top leadership coach, Mike Goldman, about the work he does in creating breakthrough leadership teams. Mike is a nationally recognized author for his best-selling books revolving around building leadership teams. He walks us through the importance of mastering self-leadership and establishing vulnerability-based trust. If you want to become the leader of a profitable, and growing company that positively impacts the lives of your clients and team members, then listen to today's talk. Some great insights here.
About Mike Goldman
Mike Goldman is an award-winning leadership team coach and the #1 Amazon bestselling author of two books, Breakthrough Leadership Team and Performance Breakthrough. He speaks internationally to groups of business leaders, such as the Young Presidents Organization (YPO) and the Entrepreneur’s Organization (EO). During his 30+ year coaching and consulting career he has worked with clients including Disney, Verizon, CHANEL and Polo Ralph Lauren. His insights have been featured in Forbes, Fast Company and Chief Executive Magazine and he is widely regarded by CEO’s as the expert on building great leadership teams.
Resources:
Mike Goldman’s website - https://www.mike-goldman.com/
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In this episode, we explore how emotions work. We examine how they are created and why they matter so much. We also discuss when emotions don’t matter and when we should ignore them.
HOW THEY WORK
Lisa Feldman Barrett ‘How Emotions are Made’
Our brains make predictions
We experience affect
Valence & ArousalInterroception: What we feel inside
Sensory Input: What we sense outside
Concepts: What this is likeOur brain regulates our body budget
Use concept to decide on emotionWHY THEY MATTER
Release of chemicals and hormones inside of us
Allocate resources to balance body budget
Influence us in terms of what we can doSource of information and even wisdom in terms of ‘gut feelings’
Guide us in terms of what we like and what we don’t
When we are taken advantage of we can get angry
When our status is in danger, we can get scared
WhenThey make us human.
Love. Compassion. Ecstasy.
Birth of a Baby. Laughing with a friend.
WHEN THEY DON’T MATTER
Our brains aren’t optimized for happiness
They are optimized for survival in the jungle.
Nowadays, huge adrenaline surge isn’t as useful as it was.
As such, they focus on danger, drama and desire.
We become addicted to extreme emotions
Our feelings often mask the truth. Feelings vs Facts.
Drug Addiction, Anger, Falling in Love - Craziness
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In this interview, I talk with one of the top experts in the field of self development Dr John Demartini. We discuss being yourself, breaking through limitations and the different sides to good and bad experiences. Some gems in here.
ABOUT DR JOHN DEMARTINI
Dr. John Demartini is a world-leading human behavior specialist, researcher, polymath, philosopher, international speaker, best-selling author, educator, and the founder of The Demartini Method. The Demartini Method is a revolutionary tool in modern psychology. He has authored 40 books that have been translated into 39 different languages and presented his insights alongside some of the world’s most influential people, including Sir Richard Branson and Deepak Chopra. He has been awarded the IAOTP Top Human Behavior Specialist of the Year as well as the IAOTP Lifetime Achievement Award.
His work is a summation of over 299 different disciplines synthesized from the greatest minds in most fields of study today. His extensive curriculum focuses on helping purpose driven individuals master their lives so that they are able to more extensively serve humanity with their inspired vision and mission.
Harnessing almost five decades of research across multiple disciplines, Dr Demartini shares his life, business, financial, relationship and leadership empowerment strategies with people all over the globe - enabling them to transform their lives according to their highest values. To find out more visit, www.drdemartini.com -
Last week we talked about getting people’s attention by using helpful hacks. To continue the motions, in this episode, we will be talking about how you can grab people’s attention from the gecko. To change minds, you have to be able to present your ideas powerfully, in a way that people can remember them. If you ever stumbled into psychology, you will know that different factors play a role in determining what people can remember. To clear things further, we will be presenting 10 ideas that could help people remember you easily.
Context-figure specific examples whenever you are teaching a certain idea, try and use particular instances where you can tie and connect your ideas. Cues- a cue is something that immediately triggers a particular item Contrast- the importance of grabbing people’s attention by telling them what they’re not expecting Emotion- when you experience “state-dependent learning.” Quantity- getting a certain number Relevancy- find ways to connect to something that’s already important to your audience Repetition- repeating the same ideas over and over Self-creative- get people to apply your theories, ideas, or techniques in their way Senses- get them to see, feel and experience something Social- make it something that people want to share with othersBe sure to tune in for more interesting topics!
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In this episode, we identify the 6 keys you can use to make your content compelling to consume and engage with.
The keys are:
Wow
Exclusive
Emotional
Practical
Clever
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In this episode, we explore the art and science of getting people’s attention. Let’s explore the depths and analyze how you can get people’s attention by exploring 15 different hacks that could be of use in your business, social media platforms, and the like.
Here’s the list of the 15 HACKERS that you should use to grab everyone’s attention:
1. Novelty- the ability to show something that’s never been seen before
2. Sexual Desire- one of the in-built impulses that we have as humans
3. Food- showing delicious looking food to attract people
4. Danger- pointing out the potential hazards to grab their attention
5. Relevance- figure out what’s important to your audience
6. Drama- exaggerate things by using dramatic effect
7. Hope- provide people something that they can look forward to
8. Memorable- make things easy for you to remember
9. Curiosity- grab attention by asking questions
10. Motivation- motivation towards pain or pleasure
11. Unfinished-starting a story, then finishing it later on
12. Mysterious- need to want to figure things out
13. Surprise-transcending people’s expectations
14. Beauty- cute things
15. Polarization-what strong beliefs that we have that people will disagree with?Be sure to tune in for more interesting topics!
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