Influence comes down to a person's level of authority. When someone is perceived as having power, status, and worth, others readily follow them and comply with them.Authority isn't just a matter of position. It's also a personal quality.When people attempt to develop their influence or authority, they tend to focus on learning social skills and changing thei ... Show More
Aug 25
The Lost Virtue of Thumos (And Why Men Need It)
The ancient Greeks believed the human soul had three parts: reason, appetite, and something called thumos. Thumos is difficult to translate into English. It encompasses anger, noble spiritedness, pride, ambition, a sense of honor, and the drive to act. The Greeks thought it was e ... Show More
53m 5s
Sep 2025
Why High-Value People Don’t Avoid Conflict | Social Intel Brief
Why do some people command instant respect without saying a word? In this episode, AJ and Johnny reveal the four high value signals that separate quiet authority from desperate posturing. Respect isn’t about aggression, volume, or proving you belong—it’s about presence. With rese ... Show More
11m 6s
Oct 2022
261. Socialization, Authority, and Owning Your Power: A Conversation with Brooke Castillo Part 1
What does it mean to have authority over your own life? When it comes down to it, having authority looks like having your own back, no matter what happens. This week I’m talking with my mentor, friend, and the person who trained me to be a coach and showed me how to have my own b ... Show More
35m 46s
Oct 2025
How To Influence Anyone (With Integrity)
Tired of telling people what to do, only for your words to fall on deaf ears? Do you feel like you're just "barking orders" without seeing any real, lasting behavioral change in your team or family? In this episode, I’ll share my 3-step framework for "silent influence," a method ... Show More
8m 40s