We welcome the ever-energetic and thought-provoking Avi Liran, Chief Delighting Officer and global speaker on culture, leadership, and kindness. Avi breaks down the art and science behind delighting people, building resilient leaders, and how a playful mindset combined with strategic depth can transform companies. From Israeli diplomacy to coaching Fortune 500 executives, Avi brings stories, frameworks, and radical rethinking that challenge conventional wisdom. We also explore his unique rituals like "smell the flower," his reflections on failure, and the importance of asking better questions. Get ready for an inspiring, funny, and heartfelt conversation that will stick with you.

Hosts:

Michael Smith Jr: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/smittysgp/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Razko Kotler: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/razko282/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Guest:

Avi Liran: https://www.linkedin.com/in/avizliran/

Links Mentioned:

• Avi Liran Official Website: https://deliveringdelight.com
• WD-40 Culture Story by Garry Ridge: https://www.wd40company.com/our-culture/
• CLP Group Hong Kong: https://www.clpgroup.com
• Six Seconds EQ Network: https://www.6seconds.org
• Ministry of Education, Singapore: https://www.moe.gov.sg

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Books & Media Mentioned:

• The Kings of Shanghai by Jonathan Kaufman: https://www.amazon.com/Kings-Shanghai-Rival-Dynasties-Changed/dp/0735224434
• "Lonely People" by America: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DrfZCChc0xk
• "Streets of London" by Ralph McTell: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DiWomXklfv8
• "Sympathy" by Rare Bird: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YWHW9K9XK9g