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EPISODE · Jun 4, 2026 · 22 MIN

The Power of Beliefs Is Bigger Than You Think with Shawn Achor

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On this episode of Backstage Pass, Gail Davis sits down with New York Times bestselling author and positive psychology expert Shawn Achor to discuss his newest bestseller, The Power of Beliefs.Known for transforming how organizations think about happiness and performance, Shawn shares the research behind the beliefs that predict success, resilience, engagement, and well-being. He explains why beliefs are far more powerful than most people realize and how leaders can intentionally shape them to create stronger teams and better outcomes.Key topics in this episode include:What inspired Shawn to write The Power of Beliefs after an eight-year break from publishingHow the new research builds upon the foundation of The Happiness Advantage and Big PotentialThe seven core beliefs that influence performance, resilience, and successWhy beliefs predict outcomes ranging from sales and retention to well-being and longevityThe surprising lesson behind the "home field advantage" and what it teaches us about connectionHow organizations are using belief-based strategies to improve engagement, culture, and resultsPractical ways leaders can strengthen positive beliefs within their teamsWhy Shawn believes hope, meaning, and human potential matter more than ever in the age of AIVisit gdaspeakers.com to learn more about bringing Shawn Achor to your next event!

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On this episode of Backstage Pass, Gail Davis sits down with New York Times bestselling author and positive psychology expert Shawn Achor to discuss his newest bestseller, The Power of Beliefs. Known for transforming how organizations think about happiness and performance, Shawn shares the research behind the beliefs that predict success, resilience, engagement, and well-being. He explains why beliefs are far more powerful than most people realize and how leaders can intentionally shape them ...

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