Leading with Love with Brian Ahearn
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Inside This Episode
In this episode of The Above Board Podcast, John talks with Brian Ahearn, Chief Influence Officer at Influence People and one of the few globally certified trainers of Dr. Robert Cialdini’s principles of persuasion.
Brian shares ideas from his new book, Influence from Above: Where Faith and Influence Meet, exploring how persuasion, ethics, and love come together in leadership and life. They discuss how to lead with integrity, build trust through authenticity, and use influence in ways that create real connection and impact. A great listen for anyone who wants to lead with purpose and influence with heart.
📚 Learn more about Brian Ahearn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianfahearn/
🌐 Visit his website: https://influencepeople.biz
📘 Order Influenced from Above: Where Faith and Influence Meet (don’t miss the special announcement on how you can get a free copy of Brian’s book!): https://a.co/d/bqsfWfS
Three Biggest Insights
- The Intersection of Faith and Influence
- Leading with Love and Ethical Persuasion
- Building Trust Through Integrity and Authenticity
Key Takeaways
- True Influence Starts with Intention: When your goal is to help others, persuasion becomes connection, not manipulation.
- Faith and Leadership Go Hand in Hand: Grounding your actions in core values gives your influence lasting impact.
- Integrity Builds Trust: People follow leaders who do what they say, even when it’s inconvenient.
- Love is a Leadership Strategy: Caring about others’ success naturally creates collaboration and loyalty.
- Small Actions Compound Over Time: Consistency in how you treat people shapes your reputation more than any single achievement.