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Joe Polish’s journey from overcoming personal challenges to founding Genius Network®, one of the world’s most influential groups for entrepreneurs, is nothing short of inspiring. His expertise has empowered thousands of businesses, generating hundreds of millions in revenue for his clients.

Beyond his entrepreneurial endeavors, Joe is a passionate philanthropist. Through initiatives like Genius Recovery, he strives to change the global conversation around addiction, promoting compassion and effective treatment.

As the host of top-ranked podcasts such as I Love Marketing, 10xTalk, and Genius Network, Joe continues to share invaluable wisdom with audiences worldwide.

These are the most important conversations Joe has ever had.
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Randi Zuckerberg reveals the story of creating Facebook Live and the lessons she learned navigating Silicon Valley, entrepreneurship, and opportunity overload. Here’s a glance at what you’ll discover in this episode: Randi Zuckerberg tells the REAL story of how she created Facebook Live Randi's simple "Pick 3" time management secret that can 10x your productivity The technology that makes Randi's life easier (PLUS: Randi's biggest passion...) 3 emerging industries every entrepreneur should be looking into and following closely How (and why) Randi is helping encourage and catalyze more female founded companies The mission and ethos behind Randi's DOT Complicated brand Opportunity Indigestion: How to know what to say YES and what to say NO to Smarter ways to introduce our kids to technology (PLUS – Your Digital Footprint: How to positively shape your online identity) Randi reveals her criteria of what she will (and won't) say online Randi’s straight forward advice for any entrepreneur who is starting a company or trying to raise money (AND – the surprising reason why raising start-up capital should be the LAST thing you do…) The easiest and fastest way to know if you have a good product-to-market fit Secrets to creating a great culture and building a great company Joe and Randi discuss the ways technology is helping us make smarter decisions The myth of work-life balance and what you should focus on instead Randi shares a profound ritual for growing and getting out of your comfort zone How to build your tolerance and turn your failures into bigger, better results Randi candidly discusses her complicated relationship with Silicon Valley The best business (and personal) advice Randi has ever gotten If you’d like to join world-renowned Entrepreneurs at the next Genius Network® Event – then apply today for your invitation to attend at https://geniusnetwork.com.
Jason Fladlien reveals how to sell ethically, scale globally, and create transformations that last long after the transaction. Here’s a glance at what you’ll discover in this episode: The Real Reason People Don’t Buy (Even When They Should): Jason’s insight into why your most qualified prospects hesitate—and how to ethically help them say yes without pressure or manipulation Why the Best Sales Happen After Someone Says No: How Jason leveraged follow-ups in his own business that others neglect—and why staying with a customer longer than anyone else wins the sale The Fear Beneath Every Objection: Jason breaks down every “I can’t” into one universal truth—and how to reframe fear of failure, embarrassment, and loss into decisive action How to Sell Without a Script (and Still Outsell the Scripted Pros): Jason’s technique for closing 15 hours of sales without remembering what he said...and why people begged to see his pitch again after the sale Why Buyers Felt Robbed When Jason’s Closes Were Edited Out of the Replay (And the surprising lesson it reveals about turning your pitch into pure value) The Offer That Requires the Least Selling Wins: Jason’s mantra for stacking the deck in your favor before a pitch even begins Delay the Pitch, Double the Profits: Why Jason front-loads every offer with education, transformation, and trust—and how a 1.5% conversion once earned over $11 million in his own launch Why the Best Sales Calls Don’t Sound Like Sales Calls: The surprising power of staying on the line longer than anyone else—because most breakthroughs don’t happen in minute 20, they happen in hour 3 Your Audience Has Never Heard Your “I Have a Dream” Speech: The tragic reason your best prospects keep buying from second-rate competitors—and the one soft skill Jason says you must master to finally earn their trust Selling to Save Lives (Literally): What a brain cancer diagnosis taught Jason about the most powerful way to sell to those who need hope more than hype Young, Broke, and Unstoppable: Jason’s advice to young people and new entrepreneurs on how to trade creature comforts for world-class skills, and why attitude (not experience) gets you hired How Jason Went from $12 an Hour to $400 an Hour: His personal story of painting houses in Iowa to becoming a “market whisperer” on webinars How to Sell to the Affluent: The behind-the-scenes story of how Jason and Joe closed nearly every call by NOT trying to close If you’d like to join world-renowned Entrepreneurs at the next Genius Network® Event – then apply today for your invitation to attend at https://geniusnetwork.com.
Dr. Nasha Winters, an integrative oncology expert and cancer survivor, shares her groundbreaking approach to cancer care, focusing on the importance of metabolic health and environmental factors. Here’s a glance at what you’ll discover in this episode: Why Dr. Nasha Winters says the real cure for cancer has been buried since the 1920s—and the ancient cellular truth modern medicine refuses to face 26,500 people die from cancer every day—and that number is projected to double by 2030. What’s causing the explosion? It’s not your genes... "I wasn’t fighting to live. I just wanted to understand." What Dr. Nasha did after being sent home to die at 19—and how it led to a global revolution in healing If you’ve ever heard someone say, “I was healthy until I got cancer”—Dr. Nasha says that statement is biologically impossible The 10 “Drops in the Bucket” That Create Cancer Terrain: From nutrient overload and toxic exposure to emotional repression and mitochondrial breakdown What every cancer patient—and doctor—must understand about glucose, glutamine, and the body’s metabolic fuel sources (and why carb restriction isn’t optional) Why glyphosate—the pesticide sprayed on nearly everything—is also a patented antibiotic disrupting your microbiome, immune system, and cellular function What Happens When Your Mitochondria—Your Cellular Power Plants—Get Jammed With Noise: The root cause of cancer, chronic disease, and disconnection Why most hospitals feed cancer patients sugar—and the one thing nearly every major cancer center ignores that fuels tumor growth The Emotional Blind Spot: Why cancer won't stay gone if you don’t deal with unprocessed trauma—and how emotional terrain might be more powerful than any treatment What Mistletoe Has to Do With Immune Healing: And why 80% of cancer patients in Germany use it as a therapy while most Americans have never heard of it "Dogma will kill you, not cancer." How belief systems around food and health create deadly blind spots—even in the most educated patients Why you should never rush into treatment after a cancer diagnosis—and what to do instead (step-by-step) How COVID and the spike protein may be triggering “turbo cancers”—and what Dr. Nasha is doing to protect herself and her patients The Most Overlooked Test That Reveals How Your Body Responds to Stress, Supplements, and Food: And the genetics that tell you if a steak is basically a candy bar Dr. Nasha’s Private Protocol: Why she cold plunges, saunas, drinks structured water, and avoids screens before sunrise The Unexpected Gift of Cancer: How reframing it as a teacher—not a monster—can transform your mindset, your biology, and your life A 10-Year-Old With a Terminal Brain Tumor Defied Every Expectation: Because she said, “We’ll figure it out.” What happens when kids are given agency over their own healing Why the war on cancer failed—and what it would look like to actually win, not just survive If you’d like to join world-renowned Entrepreneurs at the next Genius Network® Event – then apply today for your invitation to attend at https://geniusnetwork.com.
Dr. Benjamin Hardy reveals how setting “seemingly impossible” goals can transform the way Entrepreneurs think, scale, and operate. Here’s a glance at what you’ll discover in this episode: Why most goals are lies—and how false timelines are secretly sabotaging your business (PLUS: What Elon Musk does differently that makes his goals inevitable..) The single biggest mistake smart entrepreneurs make when scaling (Hint: It’s not about working harder—it’s about questioning THIS) The surprising reason most companies never scale—and how to 10X faster by raising your ‘psychological floor’ From 10 Clients to 8,000 In One Week: The case study that proves impossible goals create exponential outcomes (without more hustle) Why accountability—not intelligence—separates third-world economies from thriving ones... and what that means for your team Letting Go of “Clear Paths” to Lesser Goals: The internal war every high-achiever must face to scale a business and a life worth having You’re Not Burned Out. You’re Just Aiming Too Low: How a properly set impossible goal creates more energy than any time-management system ever could When Your Team Doesn’t Share Your Ambition: How to deal with misaligned leaders, silent saboteurs, and the cost of keeping people who can’t grow with you What Your Goals Reveal About Your Filters: The neuroscience behind how your future self reshapes your current opportunities (and what you're missing right now) The story of how a solopreneur scaled his $13M product business to a $300M vision—by changing one thing... Why saying “no” isn’t enough—and how success traps are even more dangerous than failure traps The Uncomfortable Truth: Every minute spent below your “________” is a betrayal of your future self (and it’s costing you more than you think) If you’d like to join world-renowned Entrepreneurs at the next Genius Network® Event – then apply today for your invitation to attend at https://geniusnetwork.com.
Jonathan “J Cron” Cronstedt reveals how he scaled Kajabi to $2B—and the failures that shaped him. A fast-paced dive into strategy, leadership, and staying human in a high-tech world. Here’s a glance at what you’ll discover in this episode: How to Manufacture Luck, Avoid Bad Advice, and Build a Business That Lasts: Billion-Dollar Lessons from a Serial Entrepreneur with Jonathan Cronstedt and Joe Polish The Billion-Dollar Bullseye Formula: How Jonathan Cronstedt cracked the code on scaling businesses at warp speed—and why most entrepreneurs never make it past the first hurdle. Bankruptcy, Arrogance, and Bad Advice: The three fatal mistakes that cost Jonathan everything in 2007—and how he turned rock bottom into a multi-billion-dollar comeback. The Most Expensive Information in the World: Why taking the wrong advice—even for free—can cost you millions, and how to filter out the noise to find game-changing insights. The Secret to Attracting Billion-Dollar Opportunities: How Jonathan’s decision to take a 50% pay cut at Kajabi led to a $2 billion valuation—and why most people would have missed the opportunity. The Leadership Mistake That Almost Sank Kajabi: The painful lesson in over-promoting employees, breaking them in the process, and the hidden cost of putting culture over strategy. How to Manufacture Luck on Demand: The one mindset shift that increases your surface area for luck—and how Jonathan used it to go from struggling to running a billion-dollar empire. AI Is Coming for Your Business—Here’s How to Survive: The under-the-radar AI revolution Jonathan predicts will "rip a hole in society"—and why most entrepreneurs are completely unprepared for it. The $670 Million Marketing Playbook: How one simple idea—giving customers a _________ —became the most profitable customer acquisition strategy in Kajabi’s history. The Hidden Trap of Success: Why selling your company, retiring early, or exiting your business can be the most dangerous thing you ever do—and the existential crisis no one warns you about. The Future of Business in an AI-Driven World: The industries that will be decimated, the rise of micro-enterprises, and why Jonathan believes craftsmanship and human connection will be more valuable than ever. If you’d like to join world-renowned Entrepreneurs at the next Genius Network® Event – then apply today for your invitation to attend at https://geniusnetwork.com.
Cameron Herold shares how to find, hire, and empower a world-class second-in-command to scale your business. From Vivid Vision to the real reason meetings suck, Cameron reveals the systems and mindset shifts that create unstoppable operational teams. Here’s a glance at what you’ll discover in this episode:  How Cameron hired 800 franchisees—and trained them to recruit 8,000 people—in just 4 months, year after year. (Including the obscure system that made it possible.) The Hidden Hiring Mistake That Fools Even Seasoned Entrepreneurs: Why "knowing how" isn’t enough—and how one candidate ran for his car mid-interview when Cameron called his bluff. The ‘Detail-Oriented’ Test You’ve Never Heard Of: One question that reveals who actually lives what they preach. Why most HR departments are wired to reject your best sales candidates—and what to do instead if you want to build a high-performing team. Why vivid vision isn’t a ‘nice to have’—it’s the missing piece in every operational system on the planet. (And how it transformed 1-800-GOT-JUNK into a world-class culture machine.) The 12 soft skills every leader must master—and why almost none of them can be outsourced to AI. How to spot, coach, and scale your second-in-command...even if you're not ready to give up control. (PLUS: Cameron’s blueprint for the COO–CEO relationship that drives results.) What almost bankrupted 1-800-GOT-JUNK at $100M—and how ego, not economics, nearly tanked the company. Profit Sharing Gone Wrong: How Cameron’s team accidentally created entitlement—and why true performance alignment requires more than incentives. The Truth About Golden Handcuffs: Why the best retention strategy isn’t equity, perks, or bonuses—it’s understanding what each A-player truly wants. How to stop being a ‘Seagull CEO’—swooping in, crapping on the plan, and flying away. Here's Cameron’s elegant system to keep founders focused without killing momentum... The One Agreement Cameron Had With Brian Scudamore: How he gained decision-making power—without needing constant permission. (And how you can use it to scale leadership without losing control.) Why the best COOs will drive you crazy—and why that’s a feature, not a bug. (Plus: how to decide when it’s time to upgrade your #2.) The Tattoo That Reframes It All: “None of this sh*t matters.” Why Cameron believes your job, your company, and your to-do list aren’t what’s important—and how to build a business that honors life, not escapes it. If you’d like to join world-renowned Entrepreneurs at the next Genius Network® Event – then apply today for your invitation to attend at https://geniusnetwork.com.
Michael Erath reveals the five obsessions that drive elite business performance and sustainable growth. From recovering after a $45M business collapse to building a customizable operating system, Michael shares powerful lessons every Entrepreneur should hear. Here’s a glance at what you’ll discover in this episode:  How Michael Erath lost a $45 million company—but walked away with a better business model, a better marriage, and a blueprint for building elite organizations. (Here's the system that turned a betrayal and bank fraud into one of the most valuable leadership toolkits you’ve never heard of.) Why most “people problems” in your business come down to this one overlooked cause—and how Michael’s Mission/MCO/Obsessions framework eliminates it before it infects your team. Why your people don’t need more perks or ping pong tables—they need THIS principled, plug-and-play system that unlocks performance, purpose, and profits. The $100 Bill Exercise: How a pair of scissors, a blown-up banknote, and one bold demonstration taught an entire factory team financial literacy—and why your team’s ignorance of margin may be killing your business. The Hidden Cost Of Onboarding By Firehose: If you haven’t documented a 90-day onboarding journey with check-ins and calibrations, you’re not onboarding—you’re waterboarding. How to stop saying “we’re too busy to systemize” and finally build the playbooks that make fires go away for good. (Plus: How Michael uses Loom, AI, and ChatGPT to turn chaos into clarity—without adding headcount.) Stop Hoping For “Ownership” And Define It Instead: Why saying “I’ll own that” is meaningless without a clear outcome, guardrails, and accountability. (And how Michael trains leaders to own outcomes, not just tasks.) The 7 People Solutions framework for retaining (or releasing) underperformers—without drama, excuses, or endless “coaching” loops. (Use this to fix your culture without wrecking your calendar.) Why Most Entrepreneurs Sabotage Their Own Teams: Michael’s blunt answer to the “arsonist-leader” dilemma—and how to build a business operating system that puts the user before the tool. If you’d like to join world-renowned Entrepreneurs at the next Genius Network® Event – then apply today for your invitation to attend at https://geniusnetwork.com.
Garnet Morris shares his powerful journey from millionaire hotel tycoon to bankruptcy at 40—and how he rebuilt his life by embracing humility, self-awareness, and strategic partnerships. With lessons on legacy, health, generosity, and business mastery, this conversation explores the inspiration behind Garnet’s upcoming book 17 Runs and the values that guide his extraordinary success. Here’s a glance at what you’ll discover in this episode:  How going bankrupt at 40 forced Garnet to rethink everything—and sparked the most profitable chapter of his life... Why “bricks” are the invisible mental blocks we all carry—and how identifying and removing just one can change everything. The story behind Garnet’s dramatic physical transformation, from 320 pounds and daily smoking to elite health and clarity—thanks to a chance encounter with a trainer named Olivia. Why generosity is one of the most underrated success multipliers—and how Garnet built a family (and fortune) by giving more, not less. The surprising secret behind building a $200M insurance business with just 1 salesperson and 12 support staff. How Garnet visualized wealth, health, and purpose long before it became his reality—and how you can do this too... Strategic Coach, Genius Network, and the values that created momentum (Why aligning with the right people was the real catalyst behind Garnet's success.) If you’d like to join world-renowned Entrepreneurs at the next Genius Network® Event – then apply today for your invitation to attend at https://geniusnetwork.com.
Ron Lynch reveals the strategy behind his “$1,000 cup of coffee” and how he vets ideas, people, and businesses for success. Discover the principles that have helped him generate billions in sales through ethical marketing and high-impact storytelling. Here’s a glance at what you’ll discover in this episode:  The Six Box Character Exercise: A simple tool to uncover what drives you—and how it can guide your decisions in business, relationships, parenting, and life How Ron went from grocery stores to movie sets to shaping some of the most iconic direct response campaigns of the last two decades Why many of the most capable people often carry the deepest character gaps—and how to spot them before you get burned Ron’s rule for charging for advice—and why it’s about RESPECT, not money The three things every successful business must have: In______, Ma______, and St_______. Secrets to effective positioning, infomercials, marketing offers, and what separates what sells from what sits The difference between ethics and image—and why Ron walked away from the “successful” life that didn’t fit him Why narcissists are dangerous collaborators—and how to spot the red (and yellow) flags before it’s too late How Ron repositioned a water bottle by uncovering what people are ACTUALLY thirsty for (this applies to everything you sell) One character exercise that reveals who someone really is—often better than they know themselves How to quickly identify someone’s value system and what truly drives them P _ _ _ _ _ _ : One of the most important things to get right—in business and in life If you’d like to join world-renowned Entrepreneurs at the next Genius Network® Event – then apply today for your invitation to attend at https://geniusnetwork.com.
Natalie Jill shares how she defied age and circumstance to become a leading voice in midlife health and business transformation. From uncovering hidden health challenges to building a 7-figure brand, she offers powerful, practical insights for anyone ready to take control of their body, mindset, and message. Here’s a glance at what you’ll discover in this episode:  From Broke, Overweight, and Depressed to a 7-Figure Health Empire: Natalie Jill shares the raw truth behind her reinvention—from rock bottom at age 35 with a newborn and 60 extra pounds… to global midlife health icon and marketing machine. Her first step? Acting as if the future version of herself already existed. “It’s Not Your Genetics. It’s Your Detective Work”: What really caused Natalie’s weight gain in her 50s wasn’t aging—it was parasites, mold exposure, a ruptured breast implant, and blood sugar swings. She reveals how to uncover your hidden health saboteurs and why becoming your own health detective could save your life. Why Most Women Fail at Fat Loss After 40 (and How to Stop the Spiral): Forget “eat less and exercise more.” Natalie exposes the outdated advice midlife women are still following—and lays out the new science of fat loss, muscle-building, and mindset that actually works once hormones shift. The Vision Board She Calls a Decision Board—and Why It Worked: In her darkest moment, Natalie created a vision for the woman she wanted to become—and started eating, moving, and thinking like her. The result? A total life transformation built on identity-based habits—not willpower. The Marketing Shift That Beat All the Agencies She Ever Hired: Natalie spent a fortune on marketing teams that couldn’t beat her iPhone. What finally worked? Speaking directly to “Lori”—her ideal client—and thinking like a one-to-one salesperson at scale. (No tripod, no script, just truth.) Your Gut Might Be Lying to You (Literally): Sugar cravings, fatigue, and blood sugar crashes might not be about discipline at all. They could be the result of parasites, leaky gut, or environmental toxins hijacking your biology. Natalie breaks it all down—and shares what worked when even keto failed her. Why “Cheat Days” Are a Trap—and What to Do Instead: Natalie doesn’t label food good or bad, and she doesn’t deprive herself. Her secret? Crowd out the junk by flooding your system with the good—and never use food as a reward for restriction again. Stop Calling Yourself Lazy—Start Asking Better Questions: Natalie teaches why bingeing, burnout, and broken habits aren't moral failings—they're symptoms of misaligned motivators. Discover her “DCM” method to uncover the real reason you’ve been stuck—and how to break free. The Most Important Muscle to Build After 40 Isn’t Just Physical: Natalie reveals how building actual muscle is your best defense against aging, fractures, and decline—and why emotional muscle (like saying no, setting boundaries, and prioritizing self-care) might matter even more.
In this episode of the Joe Polish Show, Eelco de Boer shares his journey from pioneering online business in the Netherlands to embracing a global, freedom-first lifestyle. With insights on culture, Entrepreneurship, and conscious decision-making, Eelco challenges what it really means to be successful. Here’s a glance at what you’ll discover in this episode:   Why “freedom” is the real reason most people become Entrepreneurs — and how to reclaim it once your business becomes your prison Eelco’s radical formula for designing a life-first business (and the surprising definition of freedom that changed everything for him) “I felt More American than Dutch”: How one infomercial in a New York hotel room sparked a global SaaS empire in Europe The Truth About European Markets: Why being “average” in America gets you ignored — but in the Netherlands, it can make you a millionaire The single decision that changed Eelco’s business life forever What most Americans get wrong about Entrepreneurship (and what Europeans can teach us about balance, relationships, and “doing nothing”) Why Eelco built his entire business around "white space"—and how this counterintuitive strategy made him more creative, connected, and calm The overlooked ROI of decision fatigue — and how wearing the same $10 shirt helped Eelco run a cleaner, freer, more profitable life “Carry On Living”: The minimalist mindset shift that let Eelco trade clutter for clarity—and made the world his home How a Genius Network event and Joel Weldon’s story inspired Eelco’s 9-year-old son to give up sugar cold turkey — and change his life Want your kid to thrive? Eelco’s unexpected parenting philosophy that changed everything for his family (and why your business events might be the best school) From Selling $7 PDFs to Running a 20-Year Payment Platform: The underground history of Dutch direct marketing (as written by one man) The hidden cost of calling something your “purpose” — and the liberating truth Eelco learned by walking away from what once defined him How to Scale WITHOUT Sacrificing Your Soul: The European strategy for growing 10X while living in full alignment How committing to 10 years of Genius Network (instead of chasing quick wins) transformed Eelco’s mindset, friendships, and future Why “making the tough decisions” is the ultimate shortcut to a simpler, better, more scalable life The most important question Eelco asks before saying yes to any opportunity (and why it will save you years of regret) Why the people who appear most certain are often the most lost — and the quote that keeps Eelco grounded in a world gone mad How Eelco helps Entrepreneurs avoid the trap of “becoming what they do” — and return to who they really are If you’d like to join world-renowned Entrepreneurs at the next Genius Network® Event – then apply today for your invitation to attend at https://geniusnetwork.com.
Joe Polish talks with Marilyn Murray—creator of the Murray Method—about healing trauma, overcoming workaholism, and finding emotional balance. Marilyn shares her incredible journey from personal pain to global impact, helping people heal in prisons, war zones, and boardrooms. A powerful conversation on turning adversity into purpose. Here’s a glance at what you’ll discover in this episode:  From Art Dealer to Global Healer: At 45, Marilyn Murray left a successful art career to pioneer trauma therapy that now spans 40+ countries. The Murray Method: A simple yet powerful model for healing trauma, born from Marilyn’s own recovery and now used by top professionals worldwide. Triumph Over Trauma: Her personal pain became the foundation for helping thousands—from war victims to Hollywood elites. Breaking Barriers in Russia: Marilyn introduced intensive trauma therapy to Russian medical and mental health communities, reshaping a nation’s approach to healing. It’s Never Too Late: Marilyn began her psychology career midlife and taught internationally into her 80s—proving reinvention has no age limit. Pioneering Women’s Support: Co-founded one of America’s first women’s groups, expanding emotional support and community at scale. Healing in War Zones: Marilyn’s trauma centers in Ukraine offer vital therapy to civilians and soldiers amidst ongoing conflict. Empathy Behind Bars: She worked inside prisons, offering therapy to sex offenders and proving the power of compassion in the darkest places. Training the World’s Experts: Marilyn equips psychologists and psychiatrists with actionable tools—not just theory. Purpose from Pain: Her darkest experiences became the spark for a global movement in emotional healing. Healing Through Connection: Marilyn transforms empathy into a life-saving force—from violent offenders to world-famous clients. If you’d like to join world-renowned Entrepreneurs at the next Genius Network® Event – then apply today for your invitation to attend at https://geniusnetwork.com.
The powerful idea behind Ron Lynch’s “$1,000 Cup of Coffee” and why charging for your time can dramatically shift how people perceive and apply your advice. Whether you're building your brand or guarding your time, this episode will change how you think about value and influence. Here’s a glance at what you’ll discover in this episode:  💰 Ron Lynch’s $1,000 Cup of Coffee – How charging for coffee meetings transformed his business and filtered serious people from time-wasters. 🔄 The Psychology of Paying – Why people value advice more when they pay for it, and how generosity without boundaries leads to burnout. ✋ How to Say “No” Without Feeling Like a Jerk – Tools for protecting your time, avoiding awkward meetings, and maintaining your energy. ⚙️ The Power of Positioning – Lessons from luxury dining, business consulting, and pricing perception that change how you show up. 🔍 VCR Formula: Vision, Capability, Reach – Dean Jackson’s simple yet powerful framework to turn connections into business breakthroughs. 📚 Why Giving Away Free Stuff Doesn’t Work (Even When It’s Awesome) – The hard truths about free advice in addiction recovery and business. 🎯 Creating Impact Through Distribution – Joe’s story of going viral (on accident) and why reach is often more powerful than expertise. If you’d like to join world-renowned Entrepreneurs at the next Genius Network® Event – then apply today for your invitation to attend at https://geniusnetwork.com.
In this episode of The Joe Polish Show, legendary copywriter and Golden Hippo co-founder Craig Clemens shares the storytelling formula behind $1 billion in sales. Discover how a single ad reshaped public perception of diet soda, why great marketing never needs to be constantly reinvented, and how to craft messages that truly move people. Packed with marketing wisdom, humor, and powerful takeaways—you won’t want to miss this one. Here’s a glance at what you’ll discover in this episode:  The 100-Year-Old Wisdom That Can Save Your Relationships: Discover the timeless advice from a war hero that Craig Clemens used to transform his marriage and business partnerships… Crack the Code of Irresistible Copywriting: Craig’s "HATS Formula" for crafting billion-dollar campaigns—why it works for everything from Instagram posts to sales letters and how to implement it in minutes. How a Simple Bathroom Struggle Became a Masterclass in Human Psychology: The hilarious story that reveals Craig’s secret formula for aligning with your audience and solving their deepest frustrations. The Probiotic Revolution That Shook the Food Industry: How Craig's viral video forced one of the biggest brands in the world to reformulate its products and why his marketing strategies can reshape your industry too. From the Operating Room to Bestselling Brand: How Craig turned Dr. Gundry’s story from heart surgeon to wellness innovator into a health empire—and the three key elements he looks for in every winning brand. How to Turn Customer Pain Points Into Marketing Gold: The exact step-by-step process Craig used to transform an overlooked health app into a must-have product for families and doctors alike. Why Most Marketing Fails Before It Even Starts: Craig's lessons from selling over a billion dollars annually—how the wrong hook can ruin a campaign and the one tweak that can make it soar. The Ad That Refused to Die: What Craig’s 10-year-running ad taught him about timeless copywriting strategies—and how to refresh your campaigns without losing their winning edge. The $5,000 Handle That Was Worth Millions: Why Craig invested in his name as a social media handle—and how branding yourself can create opportunities you never imagined. If you’d like to join world-renowned Entrepreneurs at the next Genius Network® Event – then apply today for your invitation to attend at https://geniusnetwork.com.
What if solving just one problem could eliminate dozens of others? Entrepreneurs don’t just make money—they get paid to solve problems. But the real secret? Finding the right problem to solve. Here’s a glance at what you’ll discover in this episode:  How to identify the single biggest problem holding you back—and why solving it creates a domino effect in your business and life. Why Entrepreneurs struggle with overcommitment—and how to avoid drowning in “yes” decisions that lead to overwhelm. The secret to navigating “impossible” situations—why success often comes down to knowing who has already solved your problem. How to leverage “The Power of Transformation”—and why true change starts with shifting how you define success. The surprising connection between vulnerability and breakthroughs—and how being real about your challenges unlocks your biggest opportunities. If you’d like to join world-renowned Entrepreneurs at the next Genius Network® Event – then apply today for your invitation to attend at https://geniusnetwork.com.
Here’s what you’re going to discover in this episode: The Newspaper That Terrified Communist China: How The Epoch Times went from a basement startup to a global force exposing the CCP’s darkest secrets. Exposing the Unspeakable: China’s Forced Organ Harvesting Industry – The horrifying reality of prisoners executed for their organs—and the survivor testimony that proves it’s real. The Silent Takeover: How the CCP Controls Universities, Corporations & Politicians – The disturbing extent of China’s infiltration into America’s most powerful institutions. Grey Zone Warfare: How China Expands Its Power Without Firing a Shot – How the CCP pushes its influence to test how far it can go before the world pushes back. Fentanyl, Organ Harvesting & the Silent War Against America – How the CCP floods the U.S. with deadly drugs while profiting off human rights abuses. The Business of Oppression: How the CCP Profits from Forced Labor & Trafficking – China’s persecution machine isn’t just about power—it’s about making billions. Spirituality as a Threat to Tyranny: Why China Fears Meditation More Than Missiles – How Falun Gong’s peaceful principles provoked one of the most brutal crackdowns in modern history. Why ‘Never Again’ Keeps Happening: The Global Blindness to Genocide – From Rwanda to the Uyghurs, why world leaders always promise to act—yet rarely do. The Real Estate Invasion: Why China is Buying U.S. Land Near Military Bases – The growing pattern of Chinese land grabs near sensitive sites—and why it’s a national security crisis. China’s Underground Resistance: The Hidden Rebellion Against the CCP – Inside China, millions are rebelling—quitting the Communist Party, sharing censored news, and exposing government lies. If you’d like to join world-renowned Entrepreneurs at the next Genius Network® Event – then apply today for your invitation to attend at https://geniusnetwork.com.
Dean and Joe break down the true power of referrals and relationship-driven business growth. They discuss the "Before, During, and After" units of business, with a deep dive into measuring success in the "After" unit through Return on Relationship. Here’s a glance at what you’ll discover in this episode:  Why people refer—and how to make it happen more often (Hint: It’s not about asking… it’s about making them want to share). The ‘Return on Relationship’ metric that reveals your hidden referral potential—and how to boost it by 20% annually. The psychology of high-status giving—and how to create opportunities that make referrers feel like insiders. The Sushi Roku Effect: What a group dinner and a secret VIP call can teach you about generating effortless introductions. How to turn your best Clients into your most valuable marketing asset—without scripts, gimmicks, or pushy requests. The ‘Happy Client Experience’ formula that makes people feel compelled to tell others about you. The hidden danger of making referrals feel transactional—and what to do instead to create genuine word-of-mouth momentum. If you’d like to join world-renowned Entrepreneurs at the next Genius Network® Event – then apply today for your invitation to attend at https://geniusnetwork.com.
Joe Polish sits down with Dr. Mark Young, an advertising and consumer packaged goods (CPG) expert, Entrepreneur, and Author of HYPNO-TI$ING. They dive deep into pricing strategy, the psychology of advertising, and how to build a brand that fosters deep consumer loyalty. Here’s a glance at what you’ll discover in this episode:  The 3-word phrase that instantly lowers sales resistance and makes people say YES more often. How to speak directly to the subconscious mind—where real buying decisions are made. Why traditional branding is a waste of money—and what actually creates deep Customer loyalty. The biggest advertising mistake most businesses make—and how to avoid it. How Harley-Davidson, Tesla, and Apple turn Customers into die-hard fans (Hint: It’s NOT about the product). The secret to crafting a message that triggers human behavior—so your brand sticks in people’s minds effortlessly. How to price your products higher AND get more buyers—by creating an identity, not just a sale. If you’d like to join world-renowned Entrepreneurs at the next Genius Network® Event – then apply today for your invitation to attend at https://geniusnetwork.com.
Joe Polish welcomes marketing expert Alex Mandossian to discuss how businesses can leverage referrals to eliminate advertising costs and grow exponentially. They explore the importance of identifying referents—those who actively bring in new Customers—and the psychology behind why many business owners hesitate to ask for referrals. Here’s a glance at what you’ll discover in this episode:  The simple 3-word question that generates more referrals than almost any other technique. Why timing is everything—and how to ask for referrals at the exact moment people are most eager to say yes. The difference between a “referral” and a “referent”—and why focusing on the right 4% can transform your business. The fastest way to grow without spending a dime on marketing or advertising. How to identify, engage, and activate your best referral sources—so you never have to “chase” leads again. Why transactional businesses fail at referrals—and what relational businesses do differently to create long-term growth. How one Genius Network Member referred someone before even attending his first event—and what that means for YOUR business. If you’d like to join world-renowned Entrepreneurs at the next Genius Network® Event – then apply today for your invitation to attend at https://geniusnetwork.com.
 Joe Polish and Dean Jackson explore the power of defining your signature result and how it can transform your business. Learn how to refine your offer, measure success with proprietary metrics, and leverage AI to enhance Customer engagement. Here’s a glance at what you’ll discover in this episode:  The Formula That Instantly Positions You as the Only Choice in Your Market: Here’s how to define your Signature Result so Customers chase you instead of the other way around. The ‘Irresistibility Factor’: Why the most successful offers never require persuasion... and the simple shift that makes your value impossible to ignore. The Silent Sales Killer (Are You Making This Costly Mistake?): Changing your marketing message too often destroys trust and sales—here’s why sticking to a compelling offer leads to faster growth. The Loyalty Paradox: Why Customers Disappear Even When They Love You: Many businesses are losing their best Clients without even realizing it... Learn the psychological trigger that makes people line up (and stay). The One-Two Punch That Turns a ‘Good Offer’ Into a Scalable System: How to engineer repeatable, predictable results that multiply your revenue--and why most businesses fail at it. The ‘Invisible Numbers’ That Predict Your Growth: Most Entrepreneurs track the WRONG metrics... Discover Dean’s approach to measuring what REALLY drives business success. Why Competing Is a Fool’s Game—And What to Do Instead: The most profitable businesses don’t fight for scraps; They invent their own playing field. Here’s how to do it... If you’d like to join world-renowned Entrepreneurs at the next Genius Network® Event – then apply today for your invitation to attend at https://geniusnetwork.com.
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