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Personal Development Legend: Why Most People Stay Average, The Secret Power Of Words, Upgrading Identity & Empowering Others To Live Bigger Lives! - Michael Bernoff | EP244

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Personal Development Legend: Why Most People Stay Average, The Secret Power Of Words, Upgrading Identity & Empowering Others To Live Bigger Lives! - Michael Bernoff | EP244

Episode Notes

In this episode, I sit down with Michael Bernoff, personal development legend and author of "Average Sucks," to explore his journey from hockey player to transformational coach. We dive deep into the art of influence, the importance of language, and how small shifts in mindset and communication can create powerful change in both business and life. Michael shares actionable strategies to empower yourself and others, bust through your own “average,” and achieve the success you deserve.

Don’t miss the opportunity to take the first step towards a more fulfilling life. Book your complimentary clarity call today and discover how Will Polston can help you achieve the success you deserve. 💡 https://willpolston.com/book-a-call/

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Video Chapters

00:00 - Introduction 00:07 - Michael Bernoff’s hockey background and path into personal development 01:17 - The roots of Michael’s passion for self-improvement 04:00 - The discovery of personal development and influence 06:24 - The true meaning of influence and how it shapes your life 09:03 - Words as the key to influence and personal change 09:41 - Practical demonstration: Changing results by changing language 10:17 - The challenges entrepreneurs face in running and growing a business 13:22 - Owning vs. running a business: Stepping into maturity as a leader 14:28 - Human Interaction Technology (HIT) explained and how it empowers teams 16:26 - Teaching people to buy instead of pushing to sell 18:03 - How to ask the right questions for connection and results 20:28 - Using the word "how" to drive action and engagement 23:41 - The concept of average and the message behind "Average Sucks" 25:25 - Progress, high performance, and finding balance 26:29 - Why most high performers are driven by the wrong motivations 30:16 - The trap of making things harder than they need to be 34:52 - Leveraging small percentage gains for huge success 37:08 - Where to find Michael Bernoff and his work 38:31 - The best opportunities for high performers to leverage language and empowerment 40:39 - Empowering vs. motivating or inspiring your team 44:26 - The power of identity, self-talk, and achieving big goals 47:26 - How changing your words can change your world 48:46 - Recap: Key strategies for taking action and living a life you love 49:05 - Direct contact with Michael Bernoff 51:29 - Final challenge: Reach out and ask "How do I do that?" 52:36 - Acknowledgement and closing remarks

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Relevant Links For the Viewer and Citations

Website - https://www.willpolston.com

Instagram - https://instagram.com/willpolston

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willpolstonmih

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/willpolston/

Twitter / X - https://x.com/willpolston

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@willpolston

Check out Michael's website by clicking here.

About Me: I am dedicated to helping individuals and businesses unlock their true potential through expert coaching and training programs. I'm passionate about empowering others to achieve their dreams and live a life they love. Subscribe for more insights and tips on personal development, productivity, and achieving your goals. Let’s embark on this journey together!

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Personal Development Legend: Why Most People Stay Average, The Secret Power Of Words, Upgrading Identity & Empowering Others To Live Bigger Lives! - Michael Bernoff | EP244

Episode Notes

In this episode, I sit down with Michael Bernoff, personal development legend and author of "Average Sucks," to explore his journey from hockey player to transformational coach. We dive deep into the art of influence, the importance of language, and how small shifts in mindset and communication can create powerful change in both business and life. Michael shares actionable strategies to empower yourself and others, bust through your own “average,” and achieve the success you deserve.

Don’t miss the opportunity to take the first step towards a more fulfilling life. Book your complimentary clarity call today and discover how Will Polston can help you achieve the success you deserve. 💡 https://willpolston.com/book-a-call/

\ / / / \ \ \ / / / \ \ \ / / / \ \ \ / / / \ \ \ / / / \ \ \ /

Video Chapters

00:00 - Introduction 00:07 - Michael Bernoff’s hockey background and path into personal development 01:17 - The roots of Michael’s passion for self-improvement 04:00 - The discovery of personal development and influence 06:24 - The true meaning of influence and how it shapes your life 09:03 - Words as the key to influence and personal change 09:41 - Practical demonstration: Changing results by changing language 10:17 - The challenges entrepreneurs face in running and growing a business 13:22 - Owning vs. running a business: Stepping into maturity as a leader 14:28 - Human Interaction Technology (HIT) explained and how it empowers teams 16:26 - Teaching people to buy instead of pushing to sell 18:03 - How to ask the right questions for connection and results 20:28 - Using the word "how" to drive action and engagement 23:41 - The concept of average and the message behind "Average Sucks" 25:25 - Progress, high performance, and finding balance 26:29 - Why most high performers are driven by the wrong motivations 30:16 - The trap of making things harder than they need to be 34:52 - Leveraging small percentage gains for huge success 37:08 - Where to find Michael Bernoff and his work 38:31 - The best opportunities for high performers to leverage language and empowerment 40:39 - Empowering vs. motivating or inspiring your team 44:26 - The power of identity, self-talk, and achieving big goals 47:26 - How changing your words can change your world 48:46 - Recap: Key strategies for taking action and living a life you love 49:05 - Direct contact with Michael Bernoff 51:29 - Final challenge: Reach out and ask "How do I do that?" 52:36 - Acknowledgement and closing remarks

\ / / / \ \ \ / / / \ \ \ / / / \ \ \ / / / \ \ \ / / / \ \ \ /

Relevant Links For the Viewer and Citations

Website - https://www.willpolston.com

Instagram - https://instagram.com/willpolston

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willpolstonmih

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/willpolston/

Twitter / X - https://x.com/willpolston

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@willpolston

Check out Michael's website by clicking here.

About Me: I am dedicated to helping individuals and businesses unlock their true potential through expert coaching and training programs. I'm passionate about empowering others to achieve their dreams and live a life they love. Subscribe for more insights and tips on personal development, productivity, and achieving your goals. Let’s embark on this journey together!

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