In this episode of the
Power Producers Podcast, host
David Carothers and co-host
Kyle Houck welcome back
Brian Ahearn, Chief Influence Officer at
Influence PEOPLE. They discuss his fifth book,
Influence from Above, a business parable that merges
Robert Cialdini’s principles of persuasion with Biblical tenets. The conversation explores modern authorship using
AI, the strict definition of
ethical influence, and how to maintain relationships in a polarized world.
Key Highlights:
The Genesis of "Influence from Above"
Brian Ahearn shares how a conversation with his daughter inspired him to map influence principles to Biblical concepts. The book serves as a sequel to
The Influencer, following the main character as he applies these strategies within a church setting.
Accelerating the Writing Process with AI
David and
Brian discuss leveraging technology in authorship.
Brian details how he used
ChatGPT as a real-time developmental editor—not to write the content, but to ensure character consistency and speed up editing, allowing him to finish the manuscript in just two months.
Defining Ethical Influence
Brian outlines his three-part framework to ensure influence never crosses into manipulation: 1) Be truthful, 2) Use natural principles (don't manufacture scarcity), and 3) Build relationships to leave people better off.
Navigating Polarization and Relationships
The group tackles the "cutoff culture" on social media.
Brian explains how applying the principle of
Liking and remaining genuinely curious about differing viewpoints allows him to maintain friendships despite opposing worldviews.
Book Giveaway and Bonus Offer
David announces a giveaway for the first 12 listeners to email him.
Brian adds a bonus: buy the new book, email him the title of Chapter 2, and receive a digital copy of the prequel,
The Influencer, for free.
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