Selling Without the Mask: Joe Kavanagh on Authenticity, Ego, and Real Influence | The Dapper Barbarian Show
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In this episode of The Dapper Barbarian Show, host Julian Diaz sits down with Joe Kavanagh—a seasoned sales expert, business coach, and author—to talk about what it means to live, lead, and sell with authenticity. Joe opens up about decades in sales, the dangers of ego, and how conditioning shapes mindset and limits growth. Together they explore the refining power of adversity, the discipline behind real opportunity, and how authenticity transforms every part of life—from relationships to leadership.
If you’ve ever felt “successful” but stuck, this conversation will help you remove the mask, find purpose, and lead with genuine influence.
Chapters
00:52 – Introduction and Recording Setup
01:28 – Meet Joe Kavanagh
02:30 – Joe’s Journey and Philosophy
05:59 – Balancing Personal and Professional Life
09:29 – Overcoming Adversity and Finding Purpose
10:49 – Joe’s Early Career and Lessons Learned
15:23 – The Power of Sales and Entrepreneurship
20:23 – The Importance of Coaching and Mentorship
37:02 – Mindset Shifts and Life Philosophy
38:57 – Choosing Happiness Every Day
39:48 – The Power of Perspective Shift
40:25 – The Refining Process of Adversity
42:24 – Conditioning and Social Adaptation
45:30 – Understanding and Managing Ego
48:37 – The Importance of Authenticity in Sales
50:46 – Navigating Life’s Negotiations
58:09 – The Impact of Legacy and Influence
01:13:06 – The Value of Emotional Openness
01:14:35 – Final Thoughts and Encouragement
About Joe Kavanagh
Joe is a Professional Business Coach, Mentor, and Trainer with more than 35 years of experience. A Certified NLP Coach, Licensed B.A.N.K. Trainer, Certified Real Estate Appraiser, and Broker, Joe teaches professionals how to increase influence, empathy, and income through authentic communication.
Contributor to the book Ignite Impact.
Learn more or register for his upcoming training:
Effective Business Building Strategies for Communication to Close Sales
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