Episode Details

“If we broke out of autopilot mode, and got intentional with our listening, with our curiosity and with our empathy, how could our relationships be different?”

Riaz Meghji is a human connection expert and the author of the book Every Conversation Counts. He is also an accomplished broadcaster having interviewed experts on current affairs, sports, entertainment, politics, and business. His experience taught him the power of authentic conversations, as well as how to put them to use.

Riaz is a natural storyteller which allows him to conduct engaging, in-depth conversations across various disciplines. Let’s dive in and learn how to make every conversation count!

Things you will learn in this episode: 

[00:01 - 05:06] Opening Segment  

• I introduce today’s guest, Riaz Meghji
• Bio
• Riaz gives us a bit of his background
• Socially anxious as a kid 
• Inspired by his brother to break out 
• A choice not to live for anyone else

[05:07 - 21:30] Dared to Believe Because of a Conversation

• Making the decision to pivot away from the norm to pursue a dream
• Riaz’s college experience
• It took someone believe in me
• Riaz’s advice to people questioning their pathway
• Riaz’s journey getting into broadcasting
• When all you have to offer is passion
• Testing your authenticity
• First time in front of the camera
• Advice for people who do any kind of hosting
• Prioritizing the people in front of you 
• “What’s on your mind”
• Lean in, listen, and ask for stories 
• Simplicity 
• A word from our Sponsor

[21:31 - 33:50] Every Conversation Counts

• Who you know, or what you know?
• Strong combination of both 
• Competency and trust within a relationship
• When to take advice seriously and when to put your guard up
• Discover before you dismiss 
• Balancing with someone’s expertise 
• The impact of mentorship and masterminds on Riaz’s life
• Championing and propping each other up
• The example of YouTube
• A big takeaway from ‘Every Conversation Counts’ 
• Breaking out of autopilot
• Approaching each other with meaningful connection

[33:51 - 41:20] Closing Segment

• ThE RaNdOm RoUnD
• How to engage with Riaz
• Links below 
• Final words 

Tweetable Quotes: 

“Just remember you never know when you're going to cross paths with someone again.” - Riaz Meghji

“Emotion is what connects us, it polarizes us, but above all, it is what motivates us to act. And the greatest way to connect to emotion is to tell someone or ask someone about a story.” - Riaz Meghji

“If we broke out of autopilot mode, and got intentional with our listening, with our curiosity and with our empathy, how could our relationships be different?” - Riaz Meghji

Resources Mentioned: 

• Every Conversation Counts

Connect and engage with Riaz on Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Check out https://riazmeghji.com/ to start making every conversation count. 

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