You're more powerful than you think you are...

By Perry Marshall

40 years ago, a Pittsburgh metal foundry plant manager named Wayne Alderson shot a riveting film called "Miracle of Pittron."

He said,

"People who own and manage companies have huge potential to influence the world for the better. Why aren't they using it?"

I think it's because they don't understand the power they wield.

YOU probably don't understand the power you wield.

You're more powerful than you think you are:

-The mass media is full of psychopaths who broadcast their mentality of
oppression and despair.

You, as an entrepreneur, live in a world of opportunity and cooperation. People do respect you and listen to you, whether you realize it or not. They know you've ventured farther than they have.

-For most people, their $1300 mortgage is a big deal.

You face a $13,000 or $130,000 monthly payroll. You might as well be bench pressing 800 pounds for all they know. But you do it, month in, month out.

-You create a culture for your customers.

In fact your 1 job as CEO is to establish the culture. We talk about "Planet Perry" in a tongue-in-cheek sort of way but I'm dead serious about establishing an atmosphere that is markedly different from the world around you. You can do the same.

-Everyone else is brooding about problems, scandals and financial armageddon.

You shine your spotlight on what people CAN do, what IS possible, the ingenuity that solves our problems.

-Most people devalue human beings and parade the bad examples for all to see.

You can celebrate the good ones. "Do gooder" isn't an insult, it's a compliment.

-You create a culture for your employees and contractors.

You make them feel appreciated. You give 'em the gold star when they come through for you and the good feelings flow outward to their customers, co-workers and families.

-You know something that most people don't know.

There is ALWAYS a way to turn lead into gold. There is ALWAYS an under-valued resource sitting right under your nose, that solves a problem for a person who's standing right next to you, who will pay money for it.

-You know something else most people don't know.

Every second of every day, 10,000 people search the web and a whole bunch of 'em can't find what they're looking for. As long as that's true, there's an opportunity for you.

Stand up, square your shoulders, walk tall. Defy the norm. Challenge the status quo. The hinges of history turn on "ordinary" people who do just that.

Perry Marshall

Authentic Community Leadership: Step Into Your Full Potential As a Community Leader...

"In the past, I've had my own issues with the guys of AMP, mostly just competition, jealously, and judgment (all my own stuff. :))"

This landed in my inbox from Jayson Gaddis, good friend of mine who shared this in an email to his list this morning. Wow...

I want to share with you what he wrote about the role of Authentic Community in his life, because I just LOVE how he Brings it --

His humility and transparency set the example of the the values of Authentic Relating we're inspired to  bring in the world...and demonstrate the power of
Authentic Community... 

Here's what he wrote:

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Last week I helped co-create and facilitate an awesome community relationship practice day here in Boulder, CO. 

It was a rich day where all of us simply got together under the context of building a more connected, genuine, community. 

We helped each other see what was in the way. 

A few examples...

One couple (no longer dating) asked for help clearing a complicated break up and got support from 10 of us on how to be in the same community 
with lingering resentments and attraction. Tears, vulnerability and awesome witnessing and holding as they went through it.

In another circle, a woman asked for help clearing some resentment and anger with a former lover. He agreed to sit, listen, and do his best to get her 
experience. It was dicey, turbulent, and ultimately began the healing process for both of them.  

There were several other VERY healing, empowering circles where folks got support around what they wanted and who they wanted to be close to or 
speak truth to.

We will be doing this community practice day again in late November.

But before that, my good friend Decker at Authentic World asked if I wanted to help facilitate their Authentic Community Leadership course here in Boulder.

It's a similar vibe-- co-creating the kind of community we want and empowering the key leaders to make it happen.

In the past, I've had my own issues with the guys of AMP, mostly just competition, jealously, and judgment (all my own stuff. :))

Now I feel clean and clear with Decker and in support of his amazing vision of authentic community and leadership. 

It feels really good to be a full, sincere YES.

I'm actually amazed at the ripple effect of the Authentic World folks and what they've created. 

They are inspiring a new way to be in community together. 

The way I understand this weekend event is that it's for up-and-coming community leaders. 

Men and women who want to be paving the way for authentic, real connections in their communities. 

Folks that can facilitate an appreciation circle at a wedding or birthday party. 

Folks that long for more real, raw connections.

Here's the link to register and it's coming up in just a couple of weeks. 

I look forward to seeing you there, or evolving this conversation about real community practice. 

Here's the link: Authentic Community Leadership

respect,

Jayson

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Thanks for this J-- I love the community out there in Boulder, and am excited to be a part of it-- and be working with you again! 

So, if you're inspired to empower YOUR community to be this raw and real with each other -- to see and celebrate the unique gifts each person brings, and have the tools to clear resentments and bring more love into the world, then now is the time to take action. You Really Can Have This! 

Claim your seat in a training that will accelerate your personal evolution, transform your life and the lives of the people around you.

Authentic Community Leadership

In touch,

Bryan

The 5 Levels of Conversation (which one is yours?)

How to take a conversation deeper?

The crew at Authentic World just came out with this cool special report:

Check this out "The 5 Levels of Conversation":

We've all had a hunch that our conversation with someone could be richer, juicier, more fun & rewarding...  BUT how?

This guide they put together will tell you.

You'll discover which level you tend to speak at, and which level you need to play at to enjoy even more energy, richness and fun.

Plus, you'll discover which level of conversation your social circles tend to connect at:

The 5 Levels of Conversation <- which level for you?

THIS IS PART OF THEIR NEW TRAINING.

If you've been wanting more success in your dating life or in your financial life, building a community around you is one of the best moves you can make, and AuthenticWorld's new training, Authentic Community Leadership, will show you exactly how to do that, step-by-step.  

And, it's super-affordable considering they're including an in-person weekend training with Bryan & Decker in Colorado, as well as 8-weeks of group coaching, all on how to call out the "inner leader" in you.

Get all the details here, here: