Irish Wit and Wisdom From Marketing to Motivational Speaking with Conor Cunneen

Irish Wit and Wisdom From Marketing to Motivational Speaking with Conor Cunneen Mike Montague 26:58

How can laughter be the secret ingredient to a life of fulfillment and success? That's exactly what Connor Canine of Irishman Speaks brings to the table as he joins us to share his remarkable shift from corporate executive to motivational speaker. With the vibrancy of the Emerald Isle, Connor weaves tales of joy and the art of humor that have the power to transform our daily grind into a more playful and productive journey. As we erupt into laughter and a few good-natured jokes, you'll learn firsthand how an Irishman's charm is not just for captivating an audience, but also for inspiring a positive transformation in any career path.

But our conversation doesn't stop at chuckles and career changes; we also unpack the savvy behind personal branding with a twist of humor that stands out in a crowded market. Connor's 'Gift of GAB' framework isn't just clever branding—it's a lesson in crafting an Image that captivates and endears. And for those who believe adulthood means an end to play, think again. We introduce you to another playful human, Connor Cunneen. Find him at www.irishmanspeaks.com.

(00:13) Irishman Speaks on Motivation and Career
Connor Cunneen shares his journey from corporate executive to motivational speaker, emphasizing humor and motivation in personal and professional growth.

(14:40) Personal Branding and Humor in Marketing
Leverage personal uniqueness, build a strong brand, use YouTube/Instagram, address cultural stereotypes, challenge/opportunity of Irish culture.

(26:19) Exploring Business Humor
Connor Cunneen's irishmanspeaks.com celebrates humor and playfulness, while playfulhumans.com offers a quiz to discover your playful personality.

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Mike Montague is the Director of Community Engagement at Sandler. He is also a game show host, public speaker, podcaster, and writer at Playful Humans. He has been a radio DJ, karaoke host, virtual game show host, MC, and DJ for live events including opening for Billy Idol, Frankie Valli, and MC-ed at Toby Keith's Bar & Grill. Playful Humans is a community designed to help the burned-out and bored get re-energized and engaged with life. His mission is to help adults discover the power of playing for a living and how to avoid burnout, quiet quitting, or a midlife crisis. Find out more at https://www.playfulhumans.com.