Decidedly I Decision Tips for Business Owners

By: Sanger Smith and Shawn Smith
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  • Welcome to Decidedly! We defeat bad decision-making for family business owners, so they can improve their health, wealth, and relationships. Hosted by Sanger Smith and Shawn Smith.
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  • Ep.173 I Deciding to Read the Room: What an FBI Agent Sees That You Don’t with Joe Navarro

    Ep.173 I Deciding to Read the Room: What an FBI Agent Sees That You Don’t with Joe Navarro
    Jan 8 2025
    Think body language is just about crossed arms and forced smiles? Think again. After years spent catching spies and decoding body language, Joe Navarro reveals how the smallest cues can uncover the biggest truths. From subtle tells that exposed Soviet operatives to pinpointing the hidden leader in any room, Joe offers a masterclass in seeing what others miss. If you’ve ever underestimated the power of nonverbal cues—or the cost of ignoring them—this episode will make you rethink everything you see, from business meetings to casual conversations. KEY TOPICS How subtle cues can reveal what people won’t say out loud.How the physical setup of a space, like a waiting room, can create or diminish psychological comfort.Why humans instinctively cover their eyes when they’re stressed.How setting the pace—consciously or unconsciously—defines who leads a room. CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro: Defeating Bad Decision-Making in Life and Business 00:49 First Impressions 03:10 Recruited by the FBI at 22 07:48 Catching Spies with Cultural Cues 10:00 FBI Reality vs. TV Dramas 12:18 How Body Language Reveals the Truth 17:05 The Bouquet That Exposed a Spy 21:52 Travel’s Secret to Sharpening Leadership 26:29 Human Instincts That Signal Stress 31:05 Bill Gates’ Handshake Fail 35:51 Why AI Can’t Read Human Behavior 40:35 The Truth About Lie Detectors 47:38 Creating Comfort to Influence Decisions 52:10 Winning Negotiations with Ease 56:57 Joe Navarro’s Decision-Making Tip for Business Owners 58:03 Key Takeaways 59:50 Message from the Producer CONNECT WITH US ⁠www.decidedlypodcast.com⁠ Watch this episode on YouTube Subscribe on ⁠YouTube Join us on ⁠Instagram⁠: @decidedlypodcast Join us on ⁠Facebook⁠ Shawn’s ⁠Instagram⁠: @shawn_d_smith Sanger’s ⁠Instagram⁠: @sangersmith Thank you to Shelby Peterson of Transcend Media for editing and post-production of the Decidedly podcast. SANGER’S BOOK: ⁠A Life Rich with Significance: Transforming Your Wealth to Meaningful Impact⁠ SHAWN’S BOOK: ⁠Plateau Jumping: What to Change When Change Is What You Want⁠ MAKING A FINANCIAL DECISION? At ⁠Decidedly Wealth Management⁠, we focus on decision-making as the foundational element of success, in our effort to empower families to purposefully apply their wealth to fulfill their values and build a thriving legacy. LEARN MORE: ⁠www.decidedlywealth.com⁠ SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSLETTER https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin?v=001aeU_pPBHJPNJWJBdVbaci6bjGIuEJurH12xHBWDEVT_NxyCadMd7wLSZjcEZglkSjDjehuIbTHD8nABOIdV69ctfYpSzg24RCIytetBUrlIPPKgaGzjGZ8DkM0Wp1LMjbErcYUur7PbZGjeVo4gyXlz821AoJGZR⁠ CONNECT WITH JOE NAVARRO Website: www.jnforensics.com Books: https://www.jnforensics.com/books YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joenavarrobehaviorexpert Personally approached at the tender age of 23 to join the FBI, Joe Navarro became one of the youngest agents ever to join the renowned investigative agency. He went on to spend the next 25 years at the FBI, working both as an agent and supervisor in the areas of counterintelligence and counterterrorism. Through his work he was able to study, refine and apply the science of nonverbal communications. His acumen in this field and his success as a spy-catcher, led Joe to train FBI agents and the intelligence community. Retiring from the FBI in 2003 and meeting overwhelming demand for his notable insights into human behavior, Joe has dedicated himself to speaking and consulting with major corporations worldwide. Since retiring, he has authored 14 books in 29 languages dealing with human behavior and body language.  He is the author of the International Bestseller “Be Exceptional” and His book “What Every BODY is Saying,” remains after a decade, the #1 selling body-language book in the world. 
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    1 hr
  • Ep.172 | Deciding to Ditch the Resolution Trap: A Smarter Way to Set Goals This Year

    Ep.172 | Deciding to Ditch the Resolution Trap: A Smarter Way to Set Goals This Year
    Jan 1 2025
    Why do New Year’s resolutions fail so often? Maybe it’s because they’re designed to. In this episode, Sanger and Shawn tear into the traditional approach to resolutions and explain why they’re usually a waste of time. Instead, they break down a no-nonsense way to set goals that actually reflect what matters most. If you’re tired of empty promises and quick fixes, this conversation is a fresh take on starting the year with real purpose. KEY TOPICS Why traditional New Year’s resolutions are a setup for failure.The surprising dopamine trap of sharing your goals prematurely.The danger of chasing goals based on someone else’s values.How to fight off discouragement and stay on track with your goals. CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro: Defeating Bad Decision-Making in Life and Business 00:49 Why Resolutions Fail 03:10 The Dopamine Trap of Sharing Goals 07:57 Misaligned Goals and Hidden Risks 12:42 From Dreams to Action 17:12 The Four-Blocker Strategy 22:00 Fixing the SMART Goal Misstep 29:11 Staying Disciplined Amid Setbacks 35:58 Testing Goals Against Your Values 40:41 Avoiding Opportunity Overload 47:37 Closing: Setting Goals That Matter 50:04 Message from the Producer CONNECT WITH US ⁠www.decidedlypodcast.com⁠ Watch this episode on YouTube Subscribe on ⁠YouTube Join us on ⁠Instagram⁠: @decidedlypodcast Join us on ⁠Facebook⁠ Shawn’s ⁠Instagram⁠: @shawn_d_smith Sanger’s ⁠Instagram⁠: @sangersmith Thank you to Shelby Peterson of Transcend Media for editing and post-production of the Decidedly podcast. SANGER’S BOOK: ⁠A Life Rich with Significance: Transforming Your Wealth to Meaningful Impact⁠ SHAWN’S BOOK: ⁠Plateau Jumping: What to Change When Change Is What You Want⁠ MAKING A FINANCIAL DECISION? At ⁠Decidedly Wealth Management⁠, we focus on decision-making as the foundational element of success, in our effort to empower families to purposefully apply their wealth to fulfill their values and build a thriving legacy. LEARN MORE: ⁠www.decidedlywealth.com⁠ SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSLETTER:⁠ https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin?v=001aeU_pPBHJPNJWJBdVbaci6bjGIuEJurH12xHBWDEVT_NxyCadMd7wLSZjcEZglkSjDjehuIbTHD8nABOIdV69ctfYpSzg24RCIytetBUrlIPPKgaGzjGZ8DkM0Wp1LMjbErcYUur7PbZGjeVo4gyXlz821AoJGZR⁠
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    51 mins
  • Ep.171 I Deciding to Strengthen Your Family Business: Is it About Titles, or Talents? with David Kolbe

    Ep.171 I Deciding to Strengthen Your Family Business: Is it About Titles, or Talents? with David Kolbe
    Dec 18 2024
    What happens when family dynamics intersect with business strategy? David Kolbe, CEO of Kolbe Corp, shares the highs and hurdles of taking the reins in a family business. With roots in his grandfather’s Wonderlic Test and his mother’s Kolbe Index, David explains how understanding instincts and strengths has shaped his leadership, his family relationships, and the way he keeps fresh ideas flowing. KEY TOPICS What happens when your boss is also your parent (or you’re the parent). The real impact of job titles and why your team might care more than you think. Knowing when to pass the torch as a business founder. How to balance creative freedom with practical strategy in a family business. CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro: Defeating Bad Decision-Making in Life and Business 05:29 David Kolbe on Growing Up in a Family Business 07:51 Wonderlic Test: Its NFL Legacy and Origins 10:16 From Law to Leadership: Why David Joined Kolbe Corp 12:30 Working with Family: Lessons from the Trenches 14:54 Navigating Family Dynamics in Business Decisions 17:16 When Family Disagreements Rattle the Workplace 19:40 How Kolbe Corp Helps Leaders Leverage Strengths 22:04 When Quick Start Leaders Meet High Follow-Through Teams 24:26 Strategic Vision vs. Tactical Execution in Leadership 26:50 Why Most Businesses Aren’t Built for Innovation 29:08 The Key to Selling a Business Worth Buying 31:32 Structuring Teams for Growth Without Chaos 33:52 Letting Go: How Founders Transition Leadership 36:17 When the Visionary Isn’t the Business Owner 38:38 Avoiding Cultural Stagnation in Family Businesses 40:53 Building Innovation Departments That Last 43:16 When Tradition Holds a Business Back 45:37 Empowering Quick Start Talent Without Losing Control 47:59 Why Accurate Job Titles Matter for Teams 50:14 The Risk of Over-Titling Employees 52:39 Creating a Fun and Caring Workplace Culture 55:00 What “Mandatory Fun” Teaches About Leadership 57:17 David Kolbe’s Decision-Making Tip for Business Owners 59:10 Key Takeaways 1:01:00 Message from the Producer CONNECT WITH US ⁠www.decidedlypodcast.com⁠ Watch this episode on YouTube Subscribe on ⁠YouTube Join us on ⁠Instagram⁠: @decidedlypodcast Join us on ⁠Facebook⁠ Shawn’s ⁠Instagram⁠: @shawn_d_smith Sanger’s ⁠Instagram⁠: @sangersmith Thank you to Shelby Peterson of Transcend Media for editing and post-production of the Decidedly podcast. SANGER’S BOOK: ⁠A Life Rich with Significance: Transforming Your Wealth to Meaningful Impact⁠ SHAWN’S BOOK: ⁠Plateau Jumping: What to Change When Change Is What You Want⁠ MAKING A FINANCIAL DECISION? At ⁠Decidedly Wealth Management⁠, we focus on decision-making as the foundational element of success, in our effort to empower families to purposefully apply their wealth to fulfill their values and build a thriving legacy. LEARN MORE: ⁠www.decidedlywealth.com⁠ SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSLETTER CONNECT WITH DAVID KOLBE Website: https://www.kolbe.com/ Book “Do More More Naturally: Empowering Effortless Success and the Freedom to Be Yourself”: https://a.co/d/h8he2iG Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kolbecorp TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@poweredbyinstinct Kolbe LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kolbe-corp/ David’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-kolbe-b352a99/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KolbeCorp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KolbeCorp X: https://x.com/Kolbe_Corp As CEO of Kolbe Corp, David Kolbe is committed to helping people use their natural instincts to thrive. The Kolbe A™ Index helps people understand their instinctive strengths and how to use them to tackle challenges. David’s all about making our instincts work for us, not against us—turning what comes naturally into real-world results that drive success at home and in business.
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    1 hr and 2 mins

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