master the hidden forces of influence and attraction to make more, work less, and live a life you can’t wait to wake up to.
Hosted by Howie Chan, a strategist with over a decade of experience helping companies and individuals establish authority, build brand, and grow their business. This podcast brings you a mix of solo insights and in-depth interviews - hear from those who have harnessed these powerful forces as they build their empire and from experts who have studied them extensively. This is the mentor I wish I had when I first left the corporate world in pursuit of my version of legendary.
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Influence: The Truth? Humans Are Lazy. Here's How to Make Things EASY and Drive Behavior [SOLO SESH]
In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. He delves into one of the most powerful and most overlooked human truths: ease. The discussion emphasizes that, ultimately, humans are lazy and will always choose the easiest option over the best one.
The Purpose of Purpose: The Fire That Changed My Life Forever And The SHOCKING Truth About Purpose and Advertising with Legend Ron Tite
In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Ron Tite, an award-winning creative, the founder of the Church+State Agency, and the mind behind campaigns for brands like Google, Walmart, and Microsoft.
Ron delivers a true masterclass on the purpose of purpose and alignment, both personal and organizational, and how to get your message across in a relatable and engaging way.
Empathy: 5 Steps to Develop DEEP EMPATHY and Fuel Leadership, Trust, and Innovation with Legend Rob Volpe
In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Rob Volpe, the empathy activist. He is the Founder and Chairman of Ignite 360, an award-winning, best-selling author, and he empowers people to build empathy and be better at the work they do and the people they are.
Growth and Success: BRAGGING is Not a Dirty Word, It's A Path to OPPORTUNITY with Legend Lisa Bragg
In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Lisa Bragg, a strategic visibility expert, a former broadcast journalist turned entrepreneur, and author of Bragging Rights. They delve into how great work won't speak for itself and how self-advocacy is the superpower that will allow you to be seen, to influence, lead, and create lasting impact.
Branding: Define Your Unique Edge, Start Showing Up Differently, and Become UNFORGETTABLE [SOLO SESH]
In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. He delves into why your brain fights against being different, why being unique isn't just a fluffy brand exercise, it's actually science, and how to define your edge and your ability to show up different in a sea of sameness.
Influence: How Persuasion Can Lead to Happiness and the Three Must Haves to Influence Without Manipulation with Legend Brian Ahearn
In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Brian Ahearn, one of only a dozen people in the world certified to teach Dr. Robert Cialdini's method, and who has trained thousands of professionals on how to ethically move people to action.
Influence: The BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE Secrets to Higher Profits, More Yeses, and Bulletproof Goals with Legend Melina Palmer
In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Melina Palmer, the founder of The Brainy Business and the translator between brain science and business strategy. They delve into how behavioral science can make you more influential in business and beyond.
Influence: Become a Powerful LEADER and INFLUENCER By Creating a Speak-Up Culture with Legend Stephen Shedletzky
In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Stephen Shedletzky, a global keynote speaker, a leadership coach, and the author of Speak Up Culture, a book that's redefining how we think about psychological safety and organizational influence.
Influence: Change Behavior Without Resistance With This Identity-Driven INFLUENCE Framework [SOLO SESH]
In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan is going solo. He delves into identity-driven influence. The discussion emphasizes that we shouldn't try to convince people and force logic on them, we should speak to their identity instead.
Storytelling: HACK the Art of Storytelling and Tell Stories Worth Remembering with Legend Karen Eber
In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Karen Eber, a storyteller, author, TED and Keynote speaker, and leadership consultant who has educated and inspired over three million globally. They delve into storytelling and the fact that it's not just an art, it's also a science that can be applied to amplify your message and move people, not just inform them.
Personal Development: Unlock the Path FORWARD to the Life You Actually WANT to Live
In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Simon Alexander, a life coach, a bestselling author, speaker, and guide for thousands of people seeking more energy, more clarity, and more impact.
Teamwork: How to Make Teams Work Better and Unlock Performance From Any Seat at the Table with Legend Liane Davey
In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Dr. Liane Davey, also known as the team doctor. She's the one companies call when teams start breaking down, falling sick, and going off the deep end.
Messaging: 3 Simple MESSAGING Hacks That Will Open More Doors and Wallets [SOLO SESH]
In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan dives into easy and ethical ways in which we can change minds and influence a yes if we put in the effort, because your next big opportunity could hinge on a single word (or even letter).
Buyer Psychology: Game-Changing Concepts to Build AUTHORITY and Get People to Buy What You Sell
In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Katelyn Bourgoin, the buyer psychologist, creator of the acclaimed Why We Buy newsletter, who has built an audience of 280,000 marketing geeks around the world.
Storytelling: Discover, Clarify, and Share Stories That STICK and SELL (Better Than AI)
In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Sam Horn, founder of the Intrigue Agency, an award-winning author, sought-after keynote speaker, they delve into the nitty-gritty details of storytelling, sharing effective techniques to tap into your unique stories–and hook and hinge them back to your audience.
Personal Development: Embrace Your Weird, Redefine Failure, and Unlock Lifelong GROWTH
In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Frankie Russo, a serial entrepreneur with a proven track record for using Imagination and Ingenuity to foster continuous growth.
Personal Branding at Work: 3 Steps to Build a Professional Brand That Gets You Noticed and Recognized [SOLO SESH]
In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan delves into how to build a magnetic personal brand at work, or professional brand, without being self-promotional, fake, or loud. The discussion emphasizes that if you're not shaping your brand intentionally, it's being shaped for you by default, and not always in a way you'd want.
Influence: The INFLUENCE Equation That is Proven to Work When Evidence and Economics Fail
In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Steve Martin, an expert on influence and persuasion and the CEO of Influence At Work, who learned and closely collaborated with the godfather of persuasion, Dr. Robert Cialdini.
Humor: Stop Leaving LAUGHTER at The Door if You Want to Improve Your Life, Work, And Relationships
In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Kate Davis, a comedian, speaker, author, podcast host, and most importantly, a force of human connection. They discuss how humor is one of the most powerful tools for leadership, connection, and even innovation, as well as how to stop leaving humor at the door.
Negotiation: Improve Your NEGOTIATION Game and Start Getting Amazing Results (For Everyone)
In this episode of the Legend Effect Podcast, host Howie Chan interviews Fotini Iconomopoulos, known as THE negotiator, she teaches negotiation with empathy, strategy, and a lot of real talk, and has taught thousands how to win without making others lose.