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From Finance to Funny: Jim Flynn on Life, and it's Not Brain Surgery

  1. From Finance to Funny: Jim Flynn on Life, and it's Not Brain Surgery Hersh Rephun 28:22

Jim Flynn shares his remarkable journey from the finance world to becoming a successful author. Following a life-altering brain surgery, Jim found a new perspective and direction in life, leading him to write bestsellers. The conversation delves into his influences, decisions, and the intersection of finance and writing. Jim and Hersh discuss their writing styles, comedy, and the evolution of jokes. They reflect on the comedy profession and Jim’s future plans. The episode also offers writing tips and emphasizes professionalism. Jim’s personal Growth, influenced by surgery, Aging, and family, is highlighted, concluding with a promotion of his work and final thoughts.

Connect with Jim at https://www.jimflynnsix.com/

(0:00) Introduction and Jim’s Journey from Finance to Writing
(3:20) Jim’s Brain Surgery and Life Changes
(6:35) Influences and Decisions: Finance and Writing
(9:00) Exploring Jim’s Bestsellers and Literary Success
(12:29) Hersh and Jim on Writing Styles and Comedy
(16:12) Standup Comedy Plans and Joke Evolution
(21:35) Reflecting on the Comedy Profession and Future Plans
(24:08) Writing Tips and Professionalism in Literature
(25:23) Personal Growth: Surgery, Age, and Family Influence
(27:00) Conclusion: Promoting Jim’s Work and Closing Thoughts

Hersh Rephun The MESSAGE Therapist

Increasingly known as “The MESSAGE Therapist™”, Hersh Rephun is a veteran Copywriter & Brand Voice Expert who helps Founders, CEOs, and Consultants establish trust with their audience.

His people are the soulful movers for whom the next-figure may be in revenue or impact.

Hersh hosts multiple interview shows ranked in the Top 2% of Apple Podcasts globally (including YES, BRAND), and having played standup gigs across the country (Comedy Store, Comic Strip, Funny Bone, The Ice House…), he brings his stage presence to keynote talks the world over.

He is the Founder of HumanEyes, a personal interface for reviewing, editing, and elevating Ai-generated output.

Hersh’s mantra is, “Sell the Truth with Humor and Humanity”; this ethos runs through his talks, workshops, and intensives. Hersh is the author of SELLING THE TRUTH: We’re All Full of It, coming in early 2024.

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