Tag: Personal Growth

Mastering the Art of Listening with Matt Halloran (Ep. 40)

Mastering the Art of Listening with Matt Halloran (Ep. 40)

What if you could transform your conversations by simply listening more?

In this episode, Greg DuPont flips the script and welcomes his usual host, Matt Halloran, as the guest of honor. Matt has dedicated years to mastering the art of listening and shares insights from his new book on how we can better connect with others.

In this rich discussion, Matt delves into the epidemic of loneliness exacerbated by digital living, revealing how engaged listening can help bridge gaps in human connection. Discover practical techniques like the “dramatic pause” that you can apply today to improve your communication skills and make others feel truly heard.

Matt and Greg discuss: 

  • (02:01) The epidemic of loneliness and its origins
  • (05:21) Techniques for engaged listening and their impact on relationships
  • (07:50) The power of “holding space” during conversations
  • (10:00) How listening can transform sales and professional interactions
  • (16:00) The science behind why humans need connection
  • And more

Tune in for a conversation that might just change the way you communicate, both personally and professionally.

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About Our Guest:

Matt Halloran is a co-founder and chief relationship officer at ProudMouth, the world’s leading influence accelerator for financial advisors. Matt is an in-demand speaker who has appeared on over 1,000 podcasts and given hundreds of speeches. He hosts ProudMouth’s Top Advisor Marketing Podcast, where he and industry leaders empower advisors to become trusted, recognized authorities. Matt is the author of The Social Media Handbook for Financial Advisors, the first social media book for financial services. His latest book, “Shut the F Up and Listen,” is available now!

How Taking Time Off Can Make All the Difference (Ep. 31)

How Taking Time Off Can Make All the Difference (Ep. 31)

Taking time off is crucial for personal and professional growth, but many entrepreneurs struggle to unplug.

How can you prepare your business to thrive without you? What benefits can you gain from truly disconnecting?

This week, Greg DuPont chats about the importance of taking time off and how doing so can lead not only to personal rejuvenation but also to professional growth. Greg shares his insights from a two-week vacation, discussing the steps he took to ensure his businesses thrived in his absence, emphasizing the role of strategic planning and team empowerment.

You’ll be surprised by what a good rest can do for yourself, your career, and for those around you. 

Greg discusses: 

  • The benefits of taking time off for hard-charging entrepreneurs
  • Detailed preparation he took to make himself “worthless” for a month
  • Insights from Dan Sullivan’s approach to free days, focus days, and buffer days
  • The surprising impact of Greg’s absence on his law practice’s revenue
  • And more!

 

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Transformative Personal Growth in Entrepreneurship (Ep. 19)

Transformative Personal Growth in Entrepreneurship (Ep. 19)

Don’t rest on your laurels! Personal growth is a crucial factor for attorneys and entrepreneurs who want to achieve success and fulfillment in their businesses and lives. 

In this episode, Greg DuPont explores the power of personal growth and development for attorneys and entrepreneurs drawing on lessons from Tony Robbins’ “Date with Destiny.” Greg also dives into historical wisdom from figures like Napoleon Hill and Dan Sullivan, emphasizing mindfulness and seizing opportunities for development. 

Listen in as Greg also highlights the coaching culture at Wealth Solutions Network and the importance of community support.

Greg discusses: 

  • His decision to focus on personal growth and development, influenced by his increasing role as a coach
  • The reliance on research in the systems of Tony Robbins and Dan Sullivan
  • Napoleon Hill’s influence and the impact of his work on success principles
  • His plan to maintain balance, leadership, and focus as the March to a Million initiative grows
  • The power of setting intentions and designing your future to attract opportunities and tools
  • A story illustrating the power of the subconscious, healing, and the cosmic elements of life
  • The coaching-centric culture at Wealth Solutions Network and its impact on client relationships and professional growth
  • And more!

 

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