In this episode of The Above Board Podcast, John talks with Brian Ahearn, Chief Influence Officer at Influence People and one of the few globally certified trainers of Dr. Robert Cialdini’s principles of persuasion. Brian shares ideas from his new book, Influence from Above: Where Faith and Influence Meet, exploring how persuasion, ethics, and love come together in leadership and life. They discuss how to lead with integrity, build trust through authenticity, and use influence in ways that create real connection and impact. A great listen for anyone who wants to lead with purpose and influence with heart. 📚 Learn more about Brian Ahearn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianfahearn/🌐 Visit his website: https://influencepeople.biz📘 Order Influenced from Above: Where Faith and Influence Meet (don’t miss the special announcement on how you can get a free copy of Brian’s book!): https://a.co/d/bqsfWfS   00:17 Brian Ahearn's Background and Expertise 01:06 Recap of Previous Episodes 01:24 Understanding Persuasion and Pre-suasion 04:35 Principles of Influence: Liking and Reciprocity 05:28 Inspiration Behind 'Influenced from Above' 10:24 Transitioning into Retirement 24:17 Principle of Unity and Its Importance 29:32 Ethics in Influence