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Memory Hacks For Entrepreneurs w/ Tansel Ali (LST #150)

Learn Speak Teach Episode #150 with Tansel Ali.Being an entrepreneur demands focus, sharp thinking, and the ability to remember what matters most. However, our brains prioritize certain information and can become overloaded, causing us to forget important things.So how can we train our memory to effortlessly recall even the smallest but most important details, like names and numbers? Find out in this episode featuring Tansel Ali, a four-time Australian Memory Champion, international bestselling author, and memory mentor.In this episode, Tansel dives into how our brains really work and why we forget things. Moreover, he shares practical tips for improving memory, including the techniques he uses when training his clients.Tansel explores whether memory champions are born or made, showing that anyone can train their brain to achieve remarkable focus and recall. You’ll also discover simple ways to boost your memory, including a quick 5-minute daily brain workout, and learn why consistency is king in memory training.During this episode, you will learn about:[00:00] Trailer [03:03] Why We Forget[05:38] Improve Your Memory[15:22] Becoming a Memory Champion[19:27] Brain Training[21:47] Website: https://tanselali.com/[24:36] 5-Minute Brain Workout[38:50] Consistency is king[41:30] Memory League• Website: https://memoryleague.com/[47:10] Connect with Tansel Ali• Website: https://tanselali.com/ Key Takeaways: • The reason why we forget is that our brain prioritizes certain information and sometimes becomes overloaded. ~Tansel Ali [03:03]• You can train your brain to increase its encoding speed, allowing you to memorize and retain more information. ~Tansel Ali [13:42]• Our brain cannot distinguish between what’s real and what isn’t. ~Tansel Ali [25:18]• “If you do something consistently, you will naturally improve.” ~Tansel Ali [38:56]People Mentioned and Other Resources:1. Memory League: https://memoryleague.com/Keep In Touch with Tansel Ali:Website: https://tanselali.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanselali/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tansel.a.l.i/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TanselAliMemory—Follow Balbert…Facebook: www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnectionsInstagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/–LST is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/

The Intersection of Music and Creative Thinking w/ Dr. Indre Viskontas (LST #149)

Learn Speak Teach Episode #149 with Dr. Indre Viskontas.We are all musical creatures, and musical elements exist in everything we participate in. Just as music shapes our experiences, it also influences creativity, guiding how we think, problem-solve, and bring ideas to life.Joining us on the show is Dr. Indre Viskontas, a cognitive neuroscientist, creativity expert, Opera Singer, and science communicator. She’s also the host of Inquiring Minds podcast and author of How Music Can Make You Better.In this episode, Dr. Indre Viskontas explores whether creating music is instinctive or something we learn. Moreover, she discusses the impact of AI and digital tools on music-making and the reasons why people are drawn to create music.Dr. Indre Viskontas also discusses the importance of embracing the struggle, showing how it applies not just to music but to entrepreneurship and life in general. Listeners will also discover the common traits of creative people and the factors that influence creativity.Finally, Dr. Indre Viskontas shares details about her LinkedIn Learning course, Building Creative Thinking from the Brain Up, which provides practical strategies to strengthen your own creative potential.During this episode, you will learn about:[00:00] Trailer [06:35] Creating Music[13:39] AI & Digital Tools[18:35] Why Make Music[29:51] Embrace the Struggle[34:49] Creativity[42:24] LinkedIn Learning Course: https://www.linkedin.com/learning/building-creative-thinking-from-the-brain-up [47:12] Website: https://www.tsfnc.org/[56:28] Connect with Dr. Indre Viskontas• Website: https://www.indreviskontas.com/ • Podcast: https://inquiring.show/ Key Takeaways: • Children born in resource-poor environments tend to have higher cortisol levels for the rest of their lives because they are conditioned to see life as stressful and to react constantly. ~Dr. Indre Viskontas [07:40]• “Music is our first language.” ~Dr. Indre Viskontas [12:39]• The difference between amateur creatives and executors is the ability to stay comfortable in the struggle. ~Dr. Indre Viskontas [29:51]• Creative people are open to new experiences. ~Dr. Indre Viskontas [35:00]• External motivators kill creativity. ~Dr. Indre Viskontas [40:03]People Mentioned and Other Resources:1. Peter Gabriel2. LinkedIn Learning Course: https://www.linkedin.com/learning/building-creative-thinking-from-the-brain-up3. How Music Can Make You Better: https://www.amazon.com/How-Music-Can-Make-Better/dp/1452171920Keep In Touch with Dr. Indre Viskontas:Website: https://www.indreviskontas.com/Podcast: https://inquiring.show/Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/DrIndreViskontas/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/indre-viskontas/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drindredirects—Follow Balbert…Facebook: www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnectionsInstagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/–LST is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/

Ask Me Anything w/ Robin Waite at GrowGetters ONLY (GG #31)

Real Talk with GrowGetters Episode #31 with Robin Waite.Joining us in this exclusive “Ask Me Anything” episode from GrowGetters ONLY is Robin Waite, better known as The Fearless Business Coach. Robin is a straight-talking expert in pricing, packaging, and positioning your services. Additionally, he is a regular keynote speaker at business events and the bestselling author of several books, including Fearless Business Blueprint, Marketing Machine, and Take Your Shot.In this episode, Robin dives into how to structure your offers, set prices that reflect your value, and stop undercharging out of fear so you can attract better-fit clients. Moreover, he outlines three practical steps to doubling your income and shares a practical pricing case study.Robin wraps up by exploring the three types of niches and guiding listeners on how to identify their own. He also explains how to scale a coaching business.During this episode, you will learn about:[00:00] Introduction[00:55] Free community: weallgrowtogether.com[01:47] Fearless business coach[07:32] Double your income[20:23] Setting your pricing[36:01] Finding your niche[48:30] Connect with Robin• Get a FREE book!: https://www.fearless.biz/books• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/RobinMWaite[01:12:24] Scale your coaching businessKey Takeaways: • If your business is unprofitable and you try to scale it by adding more clients, you’re only scaling the lack of profitability. ~Robin Waite [12:16]• In coaching, clients don’t pay for the work you do; they pay for the results and outcomes you help them achieve. ~Robin Waite [22:32]• When we don’t place value on a tool, our subconscious believes we’re undeserving and pushes us away from it. ~Robin Waite [23:43]• For most service-based client businesses, the optimal conversion rate is about 20–30%. ~Robin Waite [24:38]• “If you find it hard to attract clients, it could be because you’re in the wrong market.” ~Robin Waite [43:32]People Mentioned and Other Resources:1. The Prosperous Coach: https://bit.ly/3NIRuXz2. Robin Waite’s FREE books: https://www.fearless.biz/booksGet a free book!• If you have a service/client business, Take Your Shot - https://www.robinwaite.com/tys • If you’re going through a reset for your business, then The Fearless Business Blueprint is the right book for you: https://www.robinwaite.com/fbbKeep In Touch with Robin Waite:Website: https://www.robinwaite.com/Books: https://www.fearless.biz/booksYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/RobinMWaiteInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinmwaite/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinmwaite/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RobinMWaite/—Follow Balbert…Facebook: www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnectionsInstagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/–GrowGetters ONLY is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/

How To Read Body Language For Business w/ Scott Rouse of The Behavior Panel (LST #148)

Learn Speak Teach Episode #148 with Scott Rouse. Watch the full episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/YdNN7JzeP3UUnderstanding how to read body language can give you a powerful edge in business, especially when pitching ideas or negotiating deals. By reading nonverbal cues and conveying confidence through your own gestures, you can build trust, influence decisions, and communicate more effectively.In this insightful episode, Ben Albert sits down with Scott Rouse, a behavior analyst, body language expert, and one of the four members of The Behavior Panel, a YouTube platform with over 1.1 million subscribers and more than 212 million views.Scott discusses how body movements influence the tone and delivery of your voice and offers practical tips for public speaking. Moreover, he takes listeners behind the scenes of interrogation rooms, revealing the real tactics and techniques used.The conversation goes further into intuition, exploring whether it’s innate or a skill you can develop. Scott also shares a simple tip on how to use eye contact to spot when someone is lying.During this episode, you will learn about:[00:00] Trailer[05:09] Pitching[12:30] Watch the full episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/YdNN7JzeP3U [12:40] Body Movement & Tone[13:48] Public Speaking Secrets[22:01] Interrogation room[24:15] Interrogation Techniques[36:15] Intuition[42:34] Connect with Scott Rouse• Behavior X: https://www.youtube.com/c/scottrouse• The Behavior Panel: https://www.youtube.com/c/thebehaviorpanel• Body Language Tactics Course: https://body-language-tactics.mykajabi.com/body-language-tactics-landing[43:48] Integration tip Key Takeaways: • When you feel better, you sound better and stay more on point because your mind is focused. ~Scott Rouse [13:12]• When speaking to a large audience, treat the entire group as if it were one person. This makes your talk feel conversational. ~Scott Rouse [13:56]• People like people who are like them and who are genuine, not putting on an act. ~Scott Rouse [20:38]• When someone is lying to you, they often maintain eye contact. Their brain wonders, ‘Do they believe me?’ If not, they add qualifiers to convince you. ~Scott Rouse [44:02]People Mentioned and Other Resources:1. 48 Hours: https://www.youtube.com/user/48hours2. The Female Brain: https://bit.ly/49PeBshKeep In Touch with Scott Rouse:Website: https://www.scottrouse.com/Twitter: https://x.com/ScottRouse3Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottrouse3/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ScottRouse4YouTube (Behavior X): https://www.youtube.com/c/scottrouseYouTube (The Behavior Panel): https://www.youtube.com/c/thebehaviorpanel

Joy Through the Journey w/ Amberly Lago (LST #147)

Learn Speak Teach Episode #147 with Amberly Lago.Even during life’s most challenging moments, you can find joy by focusing on the good in your life and appreciating what you’ve already overcome. Finding joy in these moments strengthens your spirit and gives you the resilience to move forward.Today, we are joined by Amberly Lago, a Top Influential Speaker, Global Top 1% Podcast Host, and the author of multiple best-selling books, including Joy Through the Journey.Amberly shares her inspiring journey and the insights behind her latest book, Joy Through the Journey. Moreover, she dives into the power of choosing positivity and practicing gratitude, showing how these simple yet powerful shifts can create more joy in everyday life.In addition, Amberly provides practical strategies for finding happiness, even amidst life’s challenges, making the pursuit of joy accessible to everyone. She also highlights her upcoming Unstoppable Success Summit 2026 and offers tactical practices for living a joyful life.During this episode, you will learn about:[00:00] Trailer [01:03] Joy Through the Journey[07:16] LST #17: https://realbusinessconnections.com/podcast/amberly/[09:02] Positivity & Gratitude[17:17] Finding joy[26:59] Unstoppable Success Summit 2026 [32:36] Website: https://amberlylago.com/[40:53] Podcast: https://amberlylago.com/podcast/[42:03] Joy tacticsKey Takeaways: • “Pain demands to be heard.” ~Amberly Lago [03:13]• “Joy is a choice, not a constant.” ~Amberly Lago [03:37]• If you’re going through a hard time, focus on the good in your life, even when it feels difficult. ~Amberly Lago [05:32]• Gratitude is a form of alchemy: it shifts your mindset, helping you focus on what you have instead of what you don’t have, and on what you can do instead of what you can’t do.” ~Amberly Lago [10:50]• Pain and joy can coexist; it’s up to us to build on the joy. ~Amberly Lago [16:22]• When you’re going through a tough struggle, the easiest and quickest way to shift your mindset is through gratitude. ~Amberly Lago [42:34]People Mentioned and Other Resources:1. Joy Through the Journey: https://amberlylago.com/book/2. My Spiritual Toolkit app: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.myspiritualtoolkit.mytoolkit&hl=enKeep In Touch with Amberly Lago:Website: https://amberlylago.com/X: https://x.com/amberlylagoLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amberlylago/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amberlylagomotivation/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1PfuUb5fgT90e29aDKB6nQ—Follow Balbert…Facebook: www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnectionsInstagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/–LST is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/