Welcome to another insightful and educational episode of LinkedIn LinkUps! In this episode, Adam sits down with Bernie DeSantis III, a leader in training and development. Bernie shares his journey of embracing vulnerability on social media, stemming from a poignant personal experience, and discusses how this openness has fostered genuine connections. They delve into effective training methodologies, the importance of hands-on learning, and how Bernie’s company, Insignia Training Partners, tailors their approach for real impact. Plus, get to know the story behind Bernie’s iconic mustache and passion for bourbon. Tune in for an engaging conversation filled with wisdom and practical advice that inspires you to be more genuine and intentional personally and professionally.

Guest Links

Bernie DeSantis III

President & CEO

Insignia Training Partners, LLC

https://www.linkedin.com/in/badiii/

https://insigniatraining.com/

Timestamps

00:00 Authenticity fosters genuine relationships and deeper connections.

04:45 Effective learning requires diverse teaching methods.

10:11 Community-based learning outperforms selling courses and fosters understanding.

13:36 Mustache is a family tradition; grew it back.

16:54 Learned extroversion to attract high-energy connections.

20:16 Bourbon popularity is driven by status in movie appearances.

21:19 Tequila gained interest; bourbon is now more popular.

24:30 Thank you, Bernie DeSantis.

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