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Text The Influence Exchange Podcast and host J.V. In episode 25 of The Influence Exchange, I sit down with Danny Brassell, highly sought-after speaker, trainer, coach, co-founder of Well-Crafted Story, and author of more than 20 books including Leadership Begins with Motivation and Misfits and Crackpots. Danny has delivered presentations to more than 3,500 audiences worldwide, but what makes this conversation powerful is not just his experience, it’s his perspective on leadership, communication, motivation, and the real power of storytelling. In this conversation, we talk about: Danny’s mission to bring more joy back into education and the workplace How losing everything financially became a turning point in his life Why storytelling is one of the most effective tools leaders and entrepreneurs can use The 5 Cs framework for creating presentations that connect and move people to action Why great speakers don’t just tell stories. they tell stories with intention The biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make when presenting Why people connect more with your failures than your bragging How Danny wrote more than 20 books and what motivates his work Danny also shares practical insights for: CEOs and leaders who want to communicate more effectively Entrepreneurs trying to clarify their message Anyone looking to become more confident on stage Creators who want to use their personal story to serve, inspire, and grow their business Danny also shared a free resource for listeners: Visit -  http://freestoryguide.com/ to get his complimentary Well-Crafted Story Blueprint. The Well-Crafted Story Website: https://wellcraftedstoryworkshop.com/workshop Support the show Host J.V. Episodes released weekly! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and also available on all major podcast platforms.  Follow The Influence Exchange on social media. YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@theinfluenceexchange?si=GRWCJS5qhiu7aAwG Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_influence_exchange?igsh=bDRzb2NwNjJyaXQ1&utm_source=qr Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_influence_exchange?_r=1&_t=ZP-91Ot1k669Nu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1F2h4hbGNL/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Text The Influence Exchange Podcast and host J.V. In this deeply honest episode 24 of The Influence Exchange, I sit down with Kristen Crabtree, author of Be the You That’s More You Than You’ve Ever Been and creator of Paramour Paradox, to talk about identity, healing, truth, and the journey of becoming yourself again. Kristen shares how her work was born not from business plans or strategy, but from lived experience after surviving years of deep internal disconnection, including a 22-year psychologically abusive marriage. After leaving in a fog, with no real sense of who she was, she began the difficult process of rebuilding her life and rediscovering her voice. In this conversation, we talk about: What Paramour Paradox really is and how it helps people reconnect with their true identity How thoughts shape emotions, emotions shape behavior, and how many of us live in survival patterns that no longer serve us Why transformation is less about becoming someone new and more about remembering who you already are The idea that we only see a tiny fraction of reality through our mental “filter” Why motivation and discipline become easier when you’re finally in alignment with your truth The difference between surviving life and actually feeling real in it again Kristen also opens up about what it means to leave without clarity, to rebuild from the ground up, and to discover that peace, truth, and self-worth are still possible — even after years of feeling lost. Buy Kristen’s book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Thats-More-Than-Youve-Ever/dp/B0G1S19489/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0 Connect with Kristen: https://www.you2point0.com/ Kristen’s website: https://www.paramourparadox.com/ Support the show Host J.V. Episodes released weekly! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and also available on all major podcast platforms.  Follow The Influence Exchange on social media. YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@theinfluenceexchange?si=GRWCJS5qhiu7aAwG Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_influence_exchange?igsh=bDRzb2NwNjJyaXQ1&utm_source=qr Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_influence_exchange?_r=1&_t=ZP-91Ot1k669Nu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1F2h4hbGNL/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Text The Influence Exchange Podcast and host J.V. In this powerful episode 23 of The Influence Exchange, I sit down with Jay Setchell, a man whose life story is built on grit, faith, responsibility, and a refusal to quit. Jay was born and raised on a working farm, served in the Marine Corps, built ventures as an entrepreneur, worked in the corporate world, and carried one core belief through every season of life - never quit. Now in his mid-70s, mostly paralyzed, having survived multiple near-death experiences and endured 73 surgeries, Jay is still building, still believing, and still moving forward. This conversation goes far beyond motivation. We talk about The mindset behind Jay’s phrase: “Don’t ask why. Ask why not Why “If it is to be, it is up to me” became one of his guiding belief What 73 surgeries, severe trauma, and paralysis taught him about pain, time, and perspective Why attitude, grit, and responsibility matter more than excuses The lessons from growing up on a farm that still shape his decisions today His book, The Strength Within You: It’s Always Too Soon to Quit Jay doesn’t speak from theory, he speaks from lived experience. If you’ve ever been knocked down, questioned your strength, or needed a reminder to keep moving forward, this episode will stay with you. One of the biggest takeaways from this conversation: What lies behind us and what lies ahead of us are small matters compared to what lies within us. Buy Jay Setchell book on Amazon: The Strength Within You: It’s Always Too Soon to Quit!: Setchell, Jay: 9798892287814: Amazon.com: Books Support the show Host J.V. Episodes released weekly! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and also available on all major podcast platforms.  Follow The Influence Exchange on social media. YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@theinfluenceexchange?si=GRWCJS5qhiu7aAwG Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_influence_exchange?igsh=bDRzb2NwNjJyaXQ1&utm_source=qr Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_influence_exchange?_r=1&_t=ZP-91Ot1k669Nu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1F2h4hbGNL/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Text The Influence Exchange Podcast and host J.V. In this community focused on episode 22 of The Influence Exchange, J.V. reads real, anonymous listener confessions, the kind of thoughts people carry quietly but rarely say out loud. Inside this episode, we unpack confessions like: I still check their social media, even though I know it doesn’t help me. I set a boundary and now I feel guilty. I miss them, but I don’t want them back. I’m afraid to outgrow my friends. I overthink every text I send. For each confession, we slow it down and explore: What’s really going on underneath The emotional pattern behind it The mindset driving it One simple shift you can apply in your own life This episode is about awareness, not shame. It’s about recognizing patterns, not judging yourself for them. And it’s about realizing you’re not alone in what you’re navigating. Support the show Host J.V. Episodes released weekly! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and also available on all major podcast platforms.  Follow The Influence Exchange on social media. YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@theinfluenceexchange?si=GRWCJS5qhiu7aAwG Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_influence_exchange?igsh=bDRzb2NwNjJyaXQ1&utm_source=qr Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_influence_exchange?_r=1&_t=ZP-91Ot1k669Nu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1F2h4hbGNL/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Text The Influence Exchange Podcast and host J.V. Have you ever missed someone, but also knew you didn’t actually want them back? You’re not trying to restart the relationship. You’re not reaching out. You’re not trying to rewind your life. But a memory hits, a song, a place, a random moment and suddenly you’re sitting there asking, “Why do I still feel this?” In episode 21 of The Influence Exchange, J.V. breaks down why that feeling can be so confusing, and why sometimes you’re not missing the person at all. You’re missing the version of you that existed in that chapter, the phase, the routine, the comfort, the identity. In this episode, we cover: Why memories often feel stronger than reality Why going back rarely feels the way you imagine What nostalgia is actually trying to tell you How to tell the difference between a memory and a door you should reopen How to move forward without pretending the past didn’t matter This isn’t about forgetting people. It’s about understanding what the memory represents and carrying the lesson without carrying the weight. Support the show Host J.V. Episodes released weekly! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and also available on all major podcast platforms.  Follow The Influence Exchange on social media. YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@theinfluenceexchange?si=GRWCJS5qhiu7aAwG Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_influence_exchange?igsh=bDRzb2NwNjJyaXQ1&utm_source=qr Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_influence_exchange?_r=1&_t=ZP-91Ot1k669Nu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1F2h4hbGNL/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Text The Influence Exchange Podcast and host J.V. In episode 20, J.V. talks about why vacations often give relief but not transformation and why real growth comes from experiences that interrupt your routine and challenge how you see yourself. You can travel somewhere beautiful and come back the same person. Or you can do something small, unfamiliar, and come back thinking differently. This conversation explores the difference between escaping your life and expanding it, and how confidence, clarity, and direction often come from moments that feel uncomfortable at first, not relaxing. You’ll hear  Why routine slowly shrinks your perspective How new experiences build confidence quietly The real reason trips feel powerful (and why it fades) A personal story from J.V.’s Greece trip and what actually stayed with him How to grow without needing money, time off, or a plane ticket A simple way to create life-changing experiences in everyday life This episode isn’t about luxury travel. t’s about momentum, awareness, and becoming someone new without leaving your life behind. Support the show Host J.V. Episodes released weekly! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and also available on all major podcast platforms.  Follow The Influence Exchange on social media. YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@theinfluenceexchange?si=GRWCJS5qhiu7aAwG Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_influence_exchange?igsh=bDRzb2NwNjJyaXQ1&utm_source=qr Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_influence_exchange?_r=1&_t=ZP-91Ot1k669Nu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1F2h4hbGNL/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Text The Influence Exchange Podcast and host J.V. How many opportunities have you quietly talked yourself out of? Not because someone rejected you, but because you assumed the answer before you ever tried. In episode 19, J.V. breaks down the subtle ways we hold ourselves back, the thoughts that sound logical, mature, and responsible, but slowly stop our growth. You don’t loudly sabotage yourself. You do it quietly I’m not ready yet I’ll do it later That’s probably not for me What if I mess it up Over time, those thoughts don’t protect you, they limit you. This conversation is not about forcing confidence or pretending fear doesn’t exist. It’s about recognizing the inner voice that keeps you safe, but also keeps you stuck and learning how to move forward anyway. In this episode The quiet ways people disqualify themselves early Why waiting to feel ready keeps you frozen The difference between intuition and fear How small “yes” decisions build real confidence A simple mindset shift you can use this week If you’ve ever felt capable but hesitant, ready but unsure, motivated but stuck, this episode is for you. Support the show Host J.V. Episodes released weekly! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and also available on all major podcast platforms.  Follow The Influence Exchange on social media. YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@theinfluenceexchange?si=GRWCJS5qhiu7aAwG Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_influence_exchange?igsh=bDRzb2NwNjJyaXQ1&utm_source=qr Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_influence_exchange?_r=1&_t=ZP-91Ot1k669Nu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1F2h4hbGNL/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Text The Influence Exchange Podcast and host J.V. In episode 18 of The Influence Exchange, we’re doing something different and a lot more fun, while still keeping it real. We’re playing Red Flag / Green Flag. I’ll walk you through real-life scenarios you’ve probably experienced in  Dating  Friendships  Family  Work  And even the way you treat yourself For each scenario, you decide  Red Flag  Green Flag  Yellow Flag (it depends) Then I’ll give you my take and explain why.  What We Cover in This Episode  How to spot red flags early instead of ignoring your gut  The difference between consistency and confusion  Why green flags usually feel calm, not intense  20 real-life scenarios (Round 1 + Round 2) that expose patterns fast  How to stop normalizing behavior that drains you  Why hope can sometimes keep you stuck  How to use this “game” in real life without becoming paranoid Support the show Host J.V. Episodes released weekly! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and also available on all major podcast platforms.  Follow The Influence Exchange on social media. YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@theinfluenceexchange?si=GRWCJS5qhiu7aAwG Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_influence_exchange?igsh=bDRzb2NwNjJyaXQ1&utm_source=qr Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_influence_exchange?_r=1&_t=ZP-91Ot1k669Nu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1F2h4hbGNL/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Text The Influence Exchange Podcast and host J.V. In this episode 17 of The Influence Exchange, I’m your host, J.V., and we’re talking about something most people avoid, even when it’s quietly draining them, Hard conversations. What we cover in Episode 17: The real cost of avoiding hard conversations (why “keeping the peace” can cost you peace) A simple script to say what you mean without sounding harsh Real-life examples, word for word (home, work, family, friendships) What to do when they get defensive (and how to stay calm and still be heard) How to hold your point without turning cold This episode is designed to be simple, practical, and easy to apply especially if you hate conflict but you’re tired of carrying things you never said out loud. If you’ve been feeling unheard, disrespected, or emotionally tired from holding things in, this one is for you. Support the show Host J.V. Episodes released weekly! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and also available on all major podcast platforms.  Follow The Influence Exchange on social media. YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@theinfluenceexchange?si=GRWCJS5qhiu7aAwG Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_influence_exchange?igsh=bDRzb2NwNjJyaXQ1&utm_source=qr Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_influence_exchange?_r=1&_t=ZP-91Ot1k669Nu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1F2h4hbGNL/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Text The Influence Exchange Podcast and host J.V. In episode 16 of The Influence Exchange, I’m breaking down something that impacts almost everyone, but most people struggle to explain it. Why do certain people keep crossing the line and why it keeps happening. What we cover in Episode 16 How people learn what’s acceptable around you (your patterns teach your standard). The difference between being kind and being easy to violate. Real-life situations that slowly drain your respect (without one big blow-up). Exactly what to say in the moment, without starting drama We’ll also talk about how respect breaks down when your words and actions don’t match and how to rebuild it without becoming rude, cold, or someone you’re not. This isn’t about arguments. It’s about clarity, follow-through, and self-respect. Support the show Host J.V. Episodes released weekly! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and also available on all major podcast platforms.  Follow The Influence Exchange on social media. YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@theinfluenceexchange?si=GRWCJS5qhiu7aAwG Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_influence_exchange?igsh=bDRzb2NwNjJyaXQ1&utm_source=qr Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_influence_exchange?_r=1&_t=ZP-91Ot1k669Nu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1F2h4hbGNL/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Text The Influence Exchange Podcast and host J.V. With Valentine’s Day around the corner, Episode 15 is a reset from the noise. This isn’t an episode about romance cliches, grand gestures, or “one-day” love. It’s about something more practical and more powerful: The way you love is the way you show up. In this special episode, J.V. breaks down a simple truth: love isn’t just a feeling, it’s a pattern. The way you listen, the way you respond under pressure, and the way you show up when you’re tired or distracted, that same pattern shows up everywhere, at home, in conversations, in friendships, and in the moments people need you most. You’ll hear a personal reflection from J.V. on learning (sometimes the hard way) that love isn’t proven in big moments, it’s revealed in everyday ones, regular nights, quick conversations, tone, presence, and follow-through. In this episode, we cover: Why love is proven in small, repeated moments not big performancesHow consistency builds trust faster than intensity ever willWhy emotional availability matters more than perfect wordsReal-life “everyday” scenarios where connection quietly breaks downA simple, realistic framework to rebuild closeness without overcomplicating itHow to keep connection alive after Valentine’s Day, when life gets loud againThis episode is designed for real life not highlight reels. No perfection. No pressure. Just practical adjustments that create safer, stronger connection over time. And as always, J.V. keeps it honest: he’s still learning, he’s made mistakes, and this message comes from growth, not pretending to have it all figured out. Support the show Host J.V. Episodes released weekly! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and also available on all major podcast platforms.  Follow The Influence Exchange on social media. YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@theinfluenceexchange?si=GRWCJS5qhiu7aAwG Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_influence_exchange?igsh=bDRzb2NwNjJyaXQ1&utm_source=qr Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_influence_exchange?_r=1&_t=ZP-91Ot1k669Nu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1F2h4hbGNL/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Text The Influence Exchange Podcast and host J.V. In Episode 14 of The Influence Exchange, J.V. breaks down a truth many disciplined people don’t talk about: sometimes you’re not failing, you’re outgrowing your current level. When progress stalls, it’s often not a lack of effort, it’s a signal that your systems, standards, and identity need an upgrade. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why feeling stuck is often a signal, not a setbackThe 4 hidden reasons consistent people plateau (even when they’re doing the work)How routines quietly turn into comfort zonesReal-world “stuck” scenarios plus a personal story from J.V. on how he realized he wasn’t stuck, he was settledA practical Plateau-Breaking Audit you can use immediately to regain clarity and momentumThe shift that changes everything: moving from effort to evolutionThis episode is not about starting over. It’s about recalibrating, raising your internal standards, and making the small aligned decisions that bring momentum back, and if you’ve ever felt behind, this episode will remind you: you’re not behind, you’re being called forward. Support the show Host J.V. Episodes released weekly! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and also available on all major podcast platforms.  Follow The Influence Exchange on social media. YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@theinfluenceexchange?si=GRWCJS5qhiu7aAwG Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_influence_exchange?igsh=bDRzb2NwNjJyaXQ1&utm_source=qr Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_influence_exchange?_r=1&_t=ZP-91Ot1k669Nu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1F2h4hbGNL/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Text The Influence Exchange Podcast and host J.V. In this episode 13 of The Influence Exchange, J.V. breaks down the real reason goals stall, habits collapse, and motivation fades, and why leaders who finish what they start don’t rely on willpower, but systems. This episode is a deep, practical dive into follow-through as a leadership skill, not a personality trait. You’ll learn how self-trust erodes quietly, how internal credibility is rebuilt through structure, and how to design environments that make execution unavoidable. Inside this episode, you’ll discover:  Why most plans fail after motivation fades  The Follow-Through Formula leaders use to turn effort into outcomes  Where self-trust quietly breaks and how to rebuild it  A repeatable Self-Trust Reset Protocol  A 7-Day Follow-Through Challenge to restore internal credibility If you’re tired of starting strong and fading fast and ready to build systems that work when motivation disappears this episode gives you the framework to do exactly that. Support the show Host J.V. Episodes released weekly! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and also available on all major podcast platforms.  Follow The Influence Exchange on social media. YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@theinfluenceexchange?si=GRWCJS5qhiu7aAwG Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_influence_exchange?igsh=bDRzb2NwNjJyaXQ1&utm_source=qr Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_influence_exchange?_r=1&_t=ZP-91Ot1k669Nu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1F2h4hbGNL/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Text The Influence Exchange Podcast and host J.V. In Episode 12 of The Influence Exchange, J.V. delivers one of the most foundational leadership conversations to date, emotional fitness. This episode goes beyond motivation and mindset. It introduces emotional fitness as a trainable discipline, one that determines how you lead under pressure, respond to conflict, recover from setbacks, and rebuild self-trust when consistency breaks down. Emotional fitness isn’t about suppressing feelings or staying positive. It’s about regulating instead of reacting, building endurance when stress is constant, and strengthening the emotional systems that support real influence. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why emotional conditioning, not talent determines leadership stability How to regulate emotions in real time using practical frameworks Where emotional fitness breaks down in everyday leadership moments A step-by-step Self-Trust Reset Protocol to rebuild internal credibility A 90-day Self-Trust Leadership Challenge to restore consistency, discipline, and follow-through J.V. also shares personal leadership moments that reveal a powerful truth, People don’t remember how fast you solve problems, they remember how you made them feel while solving them. Support the show Host J.V. Episodes released weekly! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and also available on all major podcast platforms.  Follow The Influence Exchange on social media. YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@theinfluenceexchange?si=GRWCJS5qhiu7aAwG Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_influence_exchange?igsh=bDRzb2NwNjJyaXQ1&utm_source=qr Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_influence_exchange?_r=1&_t=ZP-91Ot1k669Nu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1F2h4hbGNL/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Text The Influence Exchange Podcast and host J.V. In this high-impact episode of The Influence Exchange, J.V. takes on one of the most overlooked barriers to personal and professional growth, the erosion of self-trust. If you’ve ever felt stuck, not because you lacked vision, talent, or opportunity, but because you quietly stopped trusting your own follow-through, this conversation is designed to reset your foundation. Across this episode, J.V. unpacks how self-trust silently breaks through small, repeated negotiations with comfort and how true leaders rebuild that trust through structure, standards, and consistent action. You’ll walk away with practical, repeatable frameworks that don’t just inspire.  You will learn: Why broken promises to yourself undermine confidence more than failure ever could How motivation collapses without systems and why leaders choose identity over emotion The real reason people stop believing in themselves and how to repair it How to rebuild credibility with yourself through small, non-negotiable actions A 7-Day Self-Trust Reset designed to create momentum immediately If you’re tired of hoping things will change and ready to lead yourself differently this episode is the turning point.     Support the show Host J.V. Episodes released weekly! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and also available on all major podcast platforms.  Follow The Influence Exchange on social media. YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@theinfluenceexchange?si=GRWCJS5qhiu7aAwG Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_influence_exchange?igsh=bDRzb2NwNjJyaXQ1&utm_source=qr Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_influence_exchange?_r=1&_t=ZP-91Ot1k669Nu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1F2h4hbGNL/?mibextid=wwXIfr