Derek Hudson welcomes Christian Hansen back to explore how story drives influence. Christian shows how to make others the hero of their own story and how empathy, curiosity, and clear narrative create connection. Together they link these ideas to Essential Dynamics, where story shapes purpose, people, and flow.

Christian Hansen is at thechristianhansen.com
The Influence Mindset for Sales Acceleration
The Influence Mindset: The Art & Science of Getting People to Choose You
Derek is at Unconstrained

Show notes are on the Essential Dynamics Wiki.

Christian Hansen joins Derek Hudson to explore how influence begins with perception and connection. Drawing from his book, The Influence Mindset for Sales Acceleration, he shows why people “choose or reject their perception of you,” and how competence plus connection earns attention and drives flow. Together they link this to Essential Dynamics where purpose, people, and leadership attention shape system performance.

Christian Hansen is at thechristianhansen.com
The Influence Mindset for Sales Acceleration
The Influence Mindset: The Art & Science of Getting People to Choose You
Derek is at Unconstrained

Show notes are on the Essential Dynamics Wiki

Marketing consultant and leadership coach Allie Jones joins Derek Hudson to explore how the Working Genius framework helps people unlock energy, avoid burnout, and thrive in their work. Through a powerful conversation on self-awareness, flow, and team dynamics, Allie shares her journey—and how leaders can apply these insights at both the personal and system level.

Allie Jones is at alliejonesconsulting.com

Derek is at Unconstrained.

Full show notes on the Essential Dynamics Wiki