#95: Step Up Your Digital Communication with Sam George
We've all been there—you send a text message or email to someone, and it just sits there. They don't answer, even after following up. Our heart starts racing, beads of sweat form on our foreheads, and we may even start shaking with rage. Don't they LIKE us?!
In his latest book, I'll Get Back to You, Sam George explore s why this drives us so crazy—and what we can do about it.
Sam also has an extensive background in spotting trends before they're widely popular and bringing them to the mainstream. He put together the strategy that ultimately succeeded in legalizing cannabis in 18 states.
He's also worked with Nancy Pelosi, George Soros, and the University of Phoenix and is an expert in communication and how we can better interact with each other in this wacky digital world.
Highlights of our conversation include:
Why initiatives are Sam’s true love and the word that changed everything with marijuana becoming legalized. (2:58)
The transition from politics into the world of digital communication, and how Sam got involved in some of his current projects. (5:30)
Sam explains why, when we send a message to someone, we get so upset when they don’t respond. (9:09)
How the brain processes information and ways to overcome those digital communication woes. (12:48)
Some tips for getting people to respond to email and improve your digital communication. (21:45)
Why these tips also work for text messages and how using people’s names will lead to a lot of success in your communication. (31:01)
Sam’s top three presidents. (35:32)
Where to find Sam George:
Learn more about Sam at dyscommunication.com.
Grab a copy of I’ll Get Back to You here.
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