Community Made

Jayson Gaignard
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Community Made Podcast

Self-Made is a myth. The truth is no one ever does it alone. We need other people to lean on and to learn from. The Community Made Podcast is an all access pass to lessons, learnings, and key insights from the world’s most fascinating entrepreneurs including Gary Vaynerchuk, Naveen Jain, Tim Ferris, and Shep Gordon. People who are not only winning in business, but winning in life as well. They say that an entrepreneur is someone who goes from working in their business to on their business. But there’s another level of entrepreneur who goes from working on their business to working on themselves. That’s who this podcast is for. My philosophy is that if I am transparent about my story, you can leverage my wins while at the same time avoiding my losses. Because in the words of Charlie Munger, "everyone learns from experience, but I’d rather learn from the experiences of others."

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  1. S2E1 - Your Network is your Net Worth: The ROI of Relationships

    EPISODE 1

    S2E1 - Your Network is your Net Worth: The ROI of Relationships

    “You can’t connect the dots looking forward, you just need to trust that they will somehow connect.” Steve Jobs   In 2011 I attended an invite only event hosted by Tim Ferriss geared towards authors who wanted to become New York Times Best Sellers. I had no desire to write a book at the time, but with a price tag of $10k USD, I had a strong feeling that there was bound to be some interesting people in attendance. That event fundamentally changed the trajectory of my life.   In this episode I share...   - Why you never know the value of your relationships until you really need them.   - How Seth Godin’s Q&A inspired me to host my very first Mastermind Dinner (which later led to the creation of MMT).   - and why I bought 4000 copies of Tim Ferriss’ book.   Enjoy!   Also, a special shout out to our reviewer of the week Lee DeBoo! Select Links and References: Opening the Kimono Mastermind Dinners The Four Hour Chef The All You Can Eat Campaign of Goodness by Tim Ferris People mentioned in this episode: Tim Ferriss Seth Godin Thornton May Scott Kavanagh

    27 min
  2. S2E2 - Even Leaders Need a Tribe: The Power of Peers

    EPISODE 2

    S2E2 - Even Leaders Need a Tribe: The Power of Peers

    “You can't change the people around you, but you can change the people you are around. Who you surround yourself with is who you become, so choose wisely.“ ~ Jayson Gaignard Click to Tweet Studies prove time and again that strong relationships are the key to lifelong health and wellbeing, yet in today’s digital age we are drowning in contacts and absolutely starved for genuine connection to other people. Entrepreneurs, who already tend to be socially isolated due to the demands of their professional lives, are particularly susceptible to depression and the detrimental effects of lacking social connection. In this episode I dive into the importance of establishing your tribe, the power of peer group influence, and how to assess whether you should love them, lift them, or leave them. You really are the company you keep. Reviewer of the week: Gordie Bufton Select links and references: “4 Words That Will Get Your Email Opened” by AWeber Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap...And Others Don't by Jim Collins Tribe: On Homecoming and Belonging by Sebastian Junger What makes a good life? Lessons from the longest study on happiness by Robert Waldinger People Mentioned in this episode: Keith Ferrazzi John Wooden Dan Sullivan Jim Collins Warren Buffett Jim John Sebastian Junger

    27 min
  3. S2E3 - An Event Networking Guide (for Introverts)

    EPISODE 3

    S2E3 - An Event Networking Guide (for Introverts)

    “Anybody I know who really makes the most out of live experiences, judges an event not by the content, but by the potential connections.” Click to Tweet Events have the power to deliver a disproportionate amount of value for the amount investment made. Almost every time someone has helped me overcome an obstacle, opened a door of opportunity, or made a profound introduction, it’s been someone that I originally connected with at a live event. Investing your time, money, and energy into attending events is an absolutely critical part of building new relationships and growing your network. But for so many of us, events are a serious pain point. In this episode I offer you an event networking guide that anyone can use to maximize the ROI of attending events, with particular tips and tricks for all you introverts out there. Because growth begins at the end of your comfort zone... Reviewer of the week: Josh Stanton Links and References: Mastermind Dinners: Build Lifelong Relationships by Connecting Experts, Influencers, and Linchpins by Jayson Gaignard An easy conversation trick that will make you more likable from CNBC Why talking about yourself can be as pleasurable as sex from The Daily Mail People mentioned in this episode: Yanik Silver Joe Gebbia Clay Herbert Satya Twena Vanessa Van Edwards

    1h 11m
  4. S2E4 - Ditch the Pitch: How to Craft the Perfect Introduction with Clay Hebert

    EPISODE 4

    S2E4 - Ditch the Pitch: How to Craft the Perfect Introduction with Clay Hebert

    “What’s funny is why we get introductions wrong. We either never get taught how to do it, or we learn this stupid thing called the elevator pitch.” ~ Clay Hebert Click to Tweet A good introduction should engage you, draw you in, and leave you wanting more. It’s not a slogan or a sales attempt, and if it comes across like one it will turn people off. If your nervous, unprepared, or a little too aggressive you not only compromise what you’re saying but how you’re saying it.   The good news is that how you introduce yourself is completely within your control; something that you can and should prepare in advance. In this episode of Community Made I sit down with Clay Hebert to discuss how to craft the perfect introduction, engage in small talk, and nail first impressions each and every time... Reviewer of the week: Melissa C Select Links and References Never Lose a Customer Again by Joey Coleman Automattic The Perfect Calendar The Perfect Introduction Facebook Group People mentioned in this episode: Brian Kurtz Phil Randazzo Michael Fishman Joey Coleman Matt Mullenweg Richard Branson Elisha Otis Jim Kwik Simon Mainwaring Dan Martell Doug Brackmann

    57 min
  5. S2E5 - How to Connect at Conferences with Vanessa Van Edwards & UJ Ramdas

    EPISODE 5

    S2E5 - How to Connect at Conferences with Vanessa Van Edwards & UJ Ramdas

    “I have been able to build a lot of relationships with speakers and mentors – not by being the most exciting person in the room – but by being the most attentive person in the room” – Vanessa Van Edwards Click to Tweet Vanessa Van Edwards went from struggling with social interactions in college to becoming the recognized expert on relationship building communication skills and author of Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People. In this episode I sit down with Vanessa and UJ Ramdas, the creator of the Five Minute Journal to discuss tips and strategies for building meaningful connections at conferences and how to nurture those connections for genuine relationship building over time. How to maximize your time and energy at conferences, approach speakers and VIPs, master the art of small talk, and so much more… Review of the week: Jay Wong Select Links and References Vanessa Van Edwards UJ Ramdas Captivate: The Science of Succeeding with People by Vanessa Van Edwards Tribe by Sebastian Junger People mentioned in this episode: Adam and Jordan Bornstein Jason Feifer Mark Manson Richard Branson Jesse Katz Tim Ferriss Pellegrino Castronovo Dan Martell Sol Orwell Dave Chappelle Yanik Silver

    1h 17m
  6. S2E6 - Reaching the Unreachable: Befriending Celebrities, Business Leaders, and Billionaires

    EPISODE 6

    S2E6 - Reaching the Unreachable: Befriending Celebrities, Business Leaders, and Billionaires

    “One thing I’ve learned over the years is that people will reward effort. The success of your outreach is often in direct proportion to the amount of effort you put into it.” Click to Tweet Connecting with big names is more of an art than a science and in today’s episode I’m going to talk you through 3 real life examples of reaching the unreachable to dissect the strategies used in each case to make those connections finally happen. If you listen carefully, you’ll discover ways to cut through the noise, how to work with gatekeepers, and how to turn rejection into opportunity…. Reviewer of the Week: Ryan France Select Links and References The Art of Charm with Jordan Harbinger Supermensch: The Legend of Shep Gordon They Call Me Supermensch: A Backstage Pass to the Amazing Worlds of Film, Food, and Rock’n’Roll Underground - Online Marketing Seminar Tony Robbins’ Unleash the Power Within Principles: Life and Work by Ray Dalio Board Meetings Retreat by Jim Sheils MixMax

    57 min
  7. S2E7 - An Intimate Q&A with the Legendary Shep Gordon

    EPISODE 7

    S2E7 - An Intimate Q&A with the Legendary Shep Gordon

    “It wasn’t about being a great musician. It was about irritating the parents as much as we could”  Shep Gordon Click to Tweet This is a very special conversation for me. Leveraging many of the principles shared in the previous "reaching the unreachable" episode, I connected (and ultimately fostered a great relationship) with the legendary Shep Gordon. A man who's name is synonymous with Film, Music, and the Culinary Arts. He's known by GQ magazine as the unfamous man who made everyone famous, and in this episode you'll discover why. Be prepared for one of the best storytellers you’ll ever hear on this week’s episode of Community Made... Reviewer of the Week: Kirsten Reeder Select Links and References SuperMench Documentary - Supermench: The Legend of Shep Gordon They Call Me Supermench: A Backstage Pass to the Amazing Worlds of Film, Food, and Rock 'n' Roll Song: Wake Up Everybody by Harold Melvin Chitlin’ Circuit Earth, Wind, and Fire BBC Documentary of Teddy Kiss of the Spiderwoman Whales of August Stop Making Sense Cannes Film Festival EMI Records

    1h 30m
  8. S2E8 - Becoming a Catalyst: How to Host Dinners & Unique Live Experiences

    EPISODE 8

    S2E8 - Becoming a Catalyst: How to Host Dinners & Unique Live Experiences

    I’m a firm believer that all problems can be solved with the right peer group. Hosting dinners and unique live experiences is my favourite way to seed new relationships and re-invest in existing ones. To date I’ve done hundreds of dinners in cities all over North America but in full transparency, I was a complete wreck while planning my first dinner so many years ago. In this episode of Community Made I’m going to share some of the key takeaways from my book Mastermind Dinners: Build Lifelong Relationships by Connecting Experts, Influencers, and Linchpins and provide an in-depth play by play of what went into the planning of one of my most recent dinners, giving you the playbook on how to become a super-connecting catalyst in your own community. Enjoy!   Reviewer of the week: Mark Fujiwara   Links and references Mastermind Dinners: Build Lifelong Relationships by Connecting Experts, Influencers, and Linchpins The Art of Charm Podcast People mentioned in this episode Seth Godin Neil Strauss Jordan Harbinger David Buss Tim Ferriss Mark Ecko Dave Asprey Ryan Holiday Travis Kalanick Eric Schmidt BJ Fogg Simon Sinek Simon Bowen Robert Cialdini

    1h 1m
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Self-Made is a myth. The truth is no one ever does it alone. We need other people to lean on and to learn from. The Community Made Podcast is an all access pass to lessons, learnings, and key insights from the world’s most fascinating entrepreneurs including Gary Vaynerchuk, Naveen Jain, Tim Ferris, and Shep Gordon. People who are not only winning in business, but winning in life as well. They say that an entrepreneur is someone who goes from working in their business to on their business. But there’s another level of entrepreneur who goes from working on their business to working on themselves. That’s who this podcast is for. My philosophy is that if I am transparent about my story, you can leverage my wins while at the same time avoiding my losses. Because in the words of Charlie Munger, "everyone learns from experience, but I’d rather learn from the experiences of others."

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  • Creator
    Jayson Gaignard
  • Episodes
    30
  • Seasons
    2
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Jayson Gaignard 2017
  • Show Website
    Community Made

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