There are two types of people in the world – those who see what they want and those who can only see what stands in their way. Which type of person are you?
Editorial director Ana Yoerg interviews bestselling author and inspirational speaker, Simon Sinek.
As the author of five successful books, Sinek knows a thing or two about success. His first book, Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action, was published in 2009 and quickly became a New York Times bestseller. He went on to sell four more bestselling books, including Leaders Eat Last, Together Is Better, Find Your Why and, his most recent book, The Infinite Game.
He is also an accomplished motivational speaker; Sinek is the second most-watched speaker of all time on TED.com, second only to Brené Brown. His TED Talks have been viewed over 68 million times. His clients include military members, international business professionals and members of Congress.
During this episode, Sinek sits down with Yoerg to discuss his 10 rules for success. These rules are how he has achieved so much success by focusing on inspiring people to want to do business with him and always being the last to speak. Through his philosophical teachings, both during this podcast and in his books, you will start to think, act and communicate like a leader.
Sinek’s best advice is practical and brief: just be honest. He has built a lot of his business by being authentically himself. One of his key teachings is to always start a conversation and a relationship with the truth.
When you focus on making decisions based on what really matters to you, you’ll start thinking and acting like a leader. The more you act and think this way, the more likely you are to know when to break the rules, stack the deck in your favor and learn how to be the last to speak. When you are always striving to embody the values that you stand for, the more likely others will be to follow you.
According to Sinek, true leaders inspire rather than force. They lead by being humble, listening to others, and staying true to themselves. When they operate from their purpose and show their human side, they empower others to take control of their own lives and work harder.
A true leader who inspires others is one who builds an extraordinary life.
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