035 Why Influence - Why Now

Episode 035 – “Why Influence? Why Now?” Influence Every Day Show Host: Dr. Ed Tori Welcome to The Influence Every Day Show with Dr. Ed Tori! In this compelling episode, Dr. Tori explores the powerful why behind his mission to help good people influence for good. Drawing from decades of experience, heartwarming personal stories, and the ever-changing world around us, this episode is a call to action for anyone who values human connection. Episode Highlights: Lessons from the Edge of Life: What Dr. Tori learned during nine years on a cardiac surgery unit, where patients confronted their own mortality and reflected on the things that truly mattered—God, family, and how they treated others. The Eternal Constant: Amid rapid changes in technology, business, and society, the way we move and connect with people hasn’t changed for thousands of years. Why this timeless skill matters now more than ever. Craving Connection in a Digital World: As virtual and artificial interactions dominate our lives, the hunger for authentic, human-to-human relationships grows stronger. Dr. Tori’s Journey: A unique 24-year exploration of influence across disciplines—from magicians and marketers to hypnotherapists and game designers—and how these lessons are now shaping a movement to influence for good. Why “Winging It” Isn’t Enough: How being deliberate and intentional in our communication can elevate our meetings, conversations, and relationships to create lasting, meaningful impact. A Challenge for You: Take the first step toward skilling up in influence and interpersonal communication to ensure your actions reflect your values—today and at the end of your life. Key Quote: “At the end of our lives, we will reflect on how we treated others. So let’s get really good at it. I can help you skill up to influence for good, in a way that lasts.” Links and Resources: Explore the Influence Book Club: Quickly learn the most impactful lessons and skills from the best books on influence and communication. Learn more here. Connect with Dr. Tori and discover resources to help you influence for good every day. If you found value in this episode, share it with someone who needs to hear it. Rate, review, and subscribe to the show—your support helps spread the mission to influence for good. Now, go forth and influence for good. Every day.