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It's Not What It Seems with Doug Vigliotti

45 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 17 ratings

It's Not What It Seems is a podcast to inspire open-mindedness.

Join bestselling author and sales strategist Doug Vigliotti as he chats with creatives, professionals, and entrepreneurs about their work, processes, and ideas. In solo episodes, he shares audio-articles that will give you fuel to think differently. Hopefully. Maybe. Possibly. But then again, that's what this show is all about.

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#44 - All Things Come to an End

August 25, 2019 09:00 - 4 minutes - 9.52 MB

This will be the final episode of It’s Not What It Seems. Thank you so much for listening and your ongoing support. It was a ton of fun and an honor to do the show. As the great Dr. Seuss once said, “Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.”  As for me, I will just be placing a larger focus on my writing––adding two new columns to the blog, working on some longform projects, and doing some collaboration work. Plus, I’m working on a new book. So I truly hope this isn’t the en...

#43 - David JP Fisher: How to Not Suck at Networking

August 18, 2019 08:30 - 47 minutes - 109 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I have a down to earth conversation with David JP Fisher. D. Fish is the author of Networking in the 21st Century on LinkedIn. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/43-davidjpfisher **Join my private reading list at douglasvigliotti.com/readinglist

#42 - Book of the Month: Range (July '19)

July 28, 2019 08:30 - 1 hour - 146 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, my brother Darron and I discuss July 2019’s book of the month, Range by David Epstein. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/42-range **Join my private reading list at douglasvigliotti.com/readinglist

#41 - Loretta Breuning: On Taming Your Anxiety

July 14, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 151 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I have a great conversation with Loretta Breuning. Loretta is the author of Tame Your Anxiety: Rewiring Your Brain for Happiness.  *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/41-lorettabreuning **Join my private reading list at douglasvigliotti.com/readinglist

#40 - Book of the Month: Stumbling on Happiness (Jun '19)

June 30, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 147 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, my brother Darron and I discuss June 2019’s book of the month, Stumbling on Happiness by Daniel Gilbert. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/40-botmhappiness **Join my private reading list at douglasvigliotti.com/readinglist

#39 - John Crowley: A Conversation About Selling

June 16, 2019 09:00 - 52 minutes - 121 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I have a great conversation with John Crowley. John is the author of Knuckle Dragging Sales: A Primitive Process to Make More Money. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/39-johncrowley **Join my private reading list at douglasvigliotti.com/readinglist

#38 - Douglas Vigliotti: Interview on The Gap (Part II)

June 09, 2019 09:00 - 39 minutes - 89.9 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, my brother Darron interviews me about my new book, The Gap: The Little Space Between What You Know and Don’t Know. This is part two of a two-part interview. Listen to Part I of this interview: https://douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/30-douglasvigliotti *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/38-douglasvigliotti **Join my private reading list at douglasvigliotti.com/readinglist

#37 - Book of the Month: Just Kids (May '19)

May 26, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 155 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, my brother Darron and I discuss May 2019’s book of the month, Just Kids by Patti Smith. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/37-justkids **Join my private reading list at douglasvigliotti.com/readinglist

#36 - Daniel Pink: On Why Timing Is Everything

May 19, 2019 09:00 - 55 minutes - 129 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I have an interesting conversation with Daniel Pink. Dan is the author of When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/36-danielpink **Join my private reading list at douglasvigliotti.com/readinglist

#35 - Why I Do What I Do

May 12, 2019 09:00 - 12 minutes - 28.8 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I share an audio article titled, Why I Do What I Do: A Manifesto. I wrote this article to help you understand my sole intention behind why I write my books and articles (and do this show.) You can follow it word for word at douglasvigliotti.com/blog/whyIdowhatIdo. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/35-whyIdowhatIdo **Join my private reading list at douglasvigliotti.com/readinglist

#34 - Book of the Month: The Case Against Education (April '19)

April 28, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 157 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, my brother Darron and I discuss April 2019’s book of the month, The Case Against Education: Why the Education System Is a Waste of Time and Money by Bryan Caplan. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/34-thecaseagainsteducation **Join my private reading list at douglasvigliotti.com/readinglist

#33 - don Jose Ruiz: On Living Better Through Storytelling

April 21, 2019 09:00 - 50 minutes - 117 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I have an inspirational conversation with don Jose Ruiz. Jose is the author of The Wisdom of the Shamans: What the Ancient Masters Can Teach Us about Love and Life. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/33-donjoseruiz **Join my private reading list at douglasvigliotti.com/readinglist

#32 - The Problem With Star Wars

April 14, 2019 10:00 - 12 minutes - 29.8 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I share an audio articled titled, The Problem With Star Wars. I wrote this article to help you learn how to detach from your ideas, beliefs, and opinions in the moment. You can follow it word for word at https://douglasvigliotti.com/blog/the-problem-with-starwars. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/32-problemwithstarwars **Join my private reading list at douglasvigliotti.com/readinglist

#31 - Book of the Month: Barking Up the Wrong Tree (Mar '19)

March 31, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 169 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, my brother Darron and I discuss March 2019’s book of the month, Barking Up the Wrong Tree: The Surprising Science Behind Why Everything You Know About Success Is (Mostly) Wrong by Eric Barker. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/31-barkingupthewrongtree **Enter to win a 3-book gift pack at douglasvigliotti.com/freebooks

#30 - Douglas Vigliotti: Interview on The Gap (Part I)

March 24, 2019 10:00 - 39 minutes - 89.9 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, my brother Darron interviews me about my new book, The Gap: The Little Space Between What You Know and Don’t Know. This is part one of a two-part interview. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/30-douglasvigliotti **Join my private reading list at douglasvigliotti.com/readinglist

#29 - One Bad Habit You Can't Run From

March 17, 2019 10:00 - 10 minutes - 24.6 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I share an audio article titled, One Bad Habit You Can’t Run From. I wrote this article to help you confront and conquer a bad habit that affects almost everyone, almost all the time. You can follow it word for word at douglasvigliotti.com/blog/one-bad-habit-you-cant-run-from. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/29-onebadhabityoucantrunfrom **Join my private reading list at douglasvigliotti.com/readinglist

#28 - Bob Roth: The Power of Transcendental Meditation

March 10, 2019 11:00 - 55 minutes - 127 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I have a really important conversation with Bob Roth. Bob is the author of Strength in Stillness: The Power of Transcendental Meditation. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/28-bobroth **Join my private reading list at douglasvigliotti.com/readinglist

#27 - Book of the Month: Factfulness (Feb '19)

February 24, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 166 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, my brother Darron and I discuss February 2019’s book of the month, Factfulness: 10 Reasons We’re Wrong About the World–and Why Things Are Better Than You Think by Hans Rosling, Ola Rosling, & Anna Rosling Ronnlund. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/27-factfulness **Enter to win a 3-book gift pack at douglasvigliotti.com/freebooks

#26 - An Urge Worth Fighting

February 17, 2019 11:00 - 10 minutes - 23.3 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I share an audio article titled, An Urge Worth Fighting. I wrote this article to help you think differently competition. There’s a subtle nuance that is likely affecting your life. You can follow it word for word at douglasvigliotti.com/blog/urgeworthfighting. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/26-urgeworthfighting **Enter to win a 3-book gift pack at douglasvigliotti.com/freebooks

#25 - Chip Conley: The Case for Rewiring Not Retiring

February 10, 2019 11:00 - 27 minutes - 63.2 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I have a fun conversation with Chip Conley. Chip is the author of Wisdom @ Work: The Making of a Modern Elder. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/25-chipconley **Enter to win a 3-book gift pack at douglasvigliotti.com/freebooks

#24 - Book of the Month: 21 Lessons for the 21st Century (Jan ‘19)

January 27, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 182 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, my brother Darron and I discuss January 2019’s book of the month, 21 Lessons for the 21st Century by Yuval Noah Harari. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/24-21lessons **Enter to win a 3-book gift pack at douglasvigliotti.com/freebooks  

#23 - Jay Acunzo: Why Context Matters More Than Anything

January 20, 2019 11:00 - 47 minutes - 109 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I have an entertaining conversation with Jay Acunzo. Jay is the author of Break the Wheel: Question Best Practices, Hone Your Intuition and Do Your Best Work. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/23-jayacunzo **Enter to win a 3-book gift pack at douglasvigliotti.com/freebooks  

#22 - Walt Disney, Apple, and Nintendo Are All Liars

January 13, 2019 11:00 - 14 minutes - 34.7 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I share an audio article titled, Walt Disney, Apple, and Nintendo Are All Liars. I wrote this article to help you think differently about our noisy world. You can follow it word for word at douglasvigliotti.com/blog/lemming-myth. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/22-walt-disney-apple-and-nintendo-are-all-liars **Enter to win a 3-book gift pack at douglasvigliotti.com/freebooks  

#21 - Rapid Fire Recap of 2018

December 23, 2018 11:00 - 57 minutes - 131 MB

In this special episode of It’s Not What It Seems, I wrap up 2018 with a highlight reel of this year’s guests. Specifically, I’m sharing the rapid-fire section at the end of each episode where guests answer the same three or four questions. One piece of advice they wish they’d never hear again One quote or motto they live their lives by One book that’s impacted their thinking One thing they want to tell the world “It’s Not What It Seems” These questions brought so much gold. I think ...

#20 - Seth Godin: This Isn’t Marketing, It’s So Much More

December 16, 2018 11:00 - 50 minutes - 116 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I have an enlightening conversation with the one and only, Seth Godin. Seth is the author of This is Marketing: You Can't Be Seen Until You Learn to See. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/20-sethgodin **Enter to win a 3-book gift pack at douglasvigliotti.com/freebooks

#19 - Joe Sweeney: On Improving Education and Making Better Decisions

December 09, 2018 11:00 - 1 hour - 142 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I have an educational conversation with Joe Sweeney. Joe is the Executive Director of How I Decide, the foundation dedicated to bringing decision skills and critical thinking to youth education. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/19-joesweeney **Enter to win a 3-book gift pack at douglasvigliotti.com/freebooks

#18 - Martin Gurri: How New Media Has Changed Public Opinion

December 02, 2018 11:00 - 49 minutes - 114 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I have an interesting conversation with Martin Gurri. Martin is the author ofThe Revolt of The Public and the Crisis of Authority in the New Millennium. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/18-martingurri **Enter to win a 3-book gift pack at douglasvigliotti.com/freebooks

#17 - The Hope Model

November 25, 2018 11:00 - 11 minutes - 27.5 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I share an audio article titled, The Hope Model. I wrote this article to show you a 3-step process that could change your life. You can follow it word for word at douglasvigliotti.com/blog/the-hope-model. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/17-thehopemodel **Enter to win a 3-book gift pack at douglasvigliotti.com/freebooks

#16 - Jay Baer: A Better Way to Get People Talking About You

November 18, 2018 11:00 - 52 minutes - 121 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I have an awesome conversation with Jay Baer. Jay is the author of Talk Triggers: The Complete Guide to Creating Customers with Word of Mouth. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/16-jaybaer **Enter to win a 3-book gift pack at douglasvigliotti.com/freebooks

#15 - Tyler Cowen: On How to Improve Society and Change the World

November 11, 2018 11:00 - 44 minutes - 103 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I have an eye-opening conversation with Tyler Cowen. Tyler is the author of Stubborn Attachments: A Vision for a Society of Free, Prosperous, and Responsible Individuals. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/15-tylercowen **Enter to win a 3-book gift pack at douglasvigliotti.com/freebooks

#14 - Bradley Tusk: The Truth About Politics and Politicians

November 04, 2018 11:00 - 54 minutes - 125 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I have an entertaining conversation with Bradley Tusk. Bradley is the author ofThe Fixer: My Adventures Saving Startups from Death by Politics. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/14-bradleytusk **Enter to win a 3-book gift pack at douglasvigliotti.com/freebooks

#13 - 5 Ways to Embrace the Unknown

October 28, 2018 10:00 - 10 minutes - 24.4 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I share an audio article titled, 5 Ways to Embrace the Unknown. I wrote this article to help you handle uncertainty in your life. You can follow it word for word at douglasvigliotti.com/blog/5-ways-to-embrace-the-unknown. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/13-embracetheunknown **Enter to win a 3-book gift pack at douglasvigliotti.com/freebooks

#12 - don Miguel Ruiz Jr: An Ancient Philosophy for Modern Times

October 21, 2018 10:00 - 56 minutes - 130 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I have a spiritual conversation with don Miguel Ruiz Jr. Miguel is the author of don Miguel Ruiz’s Little Book of Wisdom: The Essential Teachings.  *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/12-donmiguelruizjr **Enter to win a 3-book gift pack at douglasvigliotti.com/freebooks

#11 - Annie Duke: On Making Decisions Under Pressure & Battling Stereotypes

October 14, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 147 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I have a wide-ranging conversation with my first repeat guest, Annie Duke. Annie and I had so much fun during our first conversation (Episode #4) we decided to do it all over again.  *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/11-annieduke **Enter to win a 3-book gift pack at douglasvigliotti.com/freebooks 

#10 - Greg Mckeown: How to Discover Who You're Meant to Be

October 07, 2018 10:00 - 52 minutes - 122 MB

In today’s episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I have an essential conversation with Greg Mckeown. Greg is the author of Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/10-gregmckeown **Enter to win a 3-book gift pack at douglasvigliotti.com/freebooks

#9 - 12 Breadcrumbs That Might Help You Find Your Way

September 30, 2018 10:00 - 11 minutes - 27 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I share an audio article titled, 12 Breadcrumbs That Might Help You Find Your Way. I wrote this article to show you twelve things I do every single day. You can follow it word for word at douglasvigliotti.com/blog/12-breadcrumbs-find-your-way. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/12-breadcrumbs **Enter to win a 3-book gift pack at douglasvigliotti.com/freebooks  

#8 - Ryan Serhant: Sales Secrets of a Real Estate Mogul

September 23, 2018 10:00 - 48 minutes - 112 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I have an entertaining conversation with Ryan Serhant. Ryan is the author of Sell It Like Serhant: How to Sell More, Earn More, and Become the Ultimate Sales Machine. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/8-ryanserhant **Enter to win a 3-book gift pack at douglasvigliotti.com/freebooks

#7 - Herb Cohen: The World's Best Negotiator

September 16, 2018 10:00 - 58 minutes - 133 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I have a great conversation with Herb Cohen. Herb is the author of You Can Negotiate Anything! *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/7-herbcohen **Enter to win a 3-book gift pack at douglasvigliotti.com/freebooks

#6 - Mark Goulston: Dealing with the Impossible People in Your Life

September 09, 2018 11:00 - 56 minutes - 130 MB

In this episode of the, It's Not What It Seems podcast, I have a compassionate conversation with Mark Goulston, MD. Mark is the author of Talking to Crazy: How to Deal with the Irrational and Impossible People in Your Life.  *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/6-markgoulston **Enter to win a 3-book gift pack at douglasvigliotti.com/freebooks

#5 - The Most Important Question You're NOT Asking

September 02, 2018 11:00 - 8 minutes - 20.5 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I share an audio article titled, The Most Important Question You're NOT Asking. I wrote this article to unveil the key question that's going to help you sell more of whatever you're selling. You can follow it word for word at douglasvigliotti.com/blog/the-most-important-question-youre-not-asking. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/5-questionyourenotasking **Enter to win a 3-book gift pack at douglasvigliotti.com/freebooks

#4 - Annie Duke: Life Lessons, Poker Stories, & Decision Strategies

August 26, 2018 13:00 - 51 minutes - 118 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I have a fun conversation with Annie Duke. Annie is the author of Thinking in Bets: Making Smarter Decisions When You Don’t Have All the Facts. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/4-annieduke **Enter to win a 3-book gift pack at douglasvigliotti.com/freebooks  

#3 - Loretta Breuning: Rewiring Your Brain for Happiness

August 19, 2018 13:00 - 50 minutes - 115 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I have a joyful conversation with Loretta Graziano Breuning, Ph.D. Loretta is the author of Habits of a Happy Brain: Retrain Your Brain to Boost Your Serotonin, Dopamine, Oxytocin, and Endorphin Levels. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/3-lorettabreuning **Enter to win a 3-book gift pack at douglasvigliotti.com/freebooks  

#2 - Steve Sims: The Modern Day Wizard of Oz

August 14, 2018 13:00 - 55 minutes - 128 MB

In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I have a down-to-earth conversation with Steve Sims. Steve is the author of Bluefishing: The Art of Making Things Happen. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/2-stevesims **Enter to win a 3-book gift pack at douglasvigliotti.com/freebooks

#1 - The Outcome Fallacy

August 13, 2018 13:00 - 11 minutes - 25.5 MB

  In this episode of the, It’s Not What It Seems podcast, I share an audio article titled, The Outcome Fallacy. I wrote this article to help you think differently about the outcomes in your life. You can follow it word for word at douglasvigliotti.com/blog/theoutcomefallacy. *See show notes at douglasvigliotti.com/podcast/1-theoutcomefallacy **Enter to win a 3-book gift pack at douglasvigliotti.com/freebooks

Trailer: What is It's Not What It Seems?

August 06, 2018 19:44 - 3 minutes - 8.92 MB

Introducing the new podcast from bestselling author and sales strategist Doug Vigliotti. It will inspire you to be more open-minded. In this show, you'll hear discussions with creatives, professionals, and entrepreneurs about their work, ideas, and processes. You'll also get monthly audio-articles to maybe, possibly, hopefully, help you think differently. Think audiobook, but significantly shorter. And anything else that could help you be more open-minded. If you have any questions about t...

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