Are you a professional seeking to connect more authentically with others? What is the fastest way to do that and a way that is easy to remember, no matter what the circumstance? Join us as Ron Gutman shares how the simple trick of smiling can greatly improve your performance and relationships.In this episode, you will be able to: Enhance relationships and overall performance by harnessing the simple power of smiling. Build successful routines that foster connection and maintain accountability. Develop meaningful connections and establish trust in mentorship by implementing the Letter C strategy. Encourage authenticity, vulnerability, and psychological safety within teams through Sapien Leadership. Make a substantial, positive impact on the world by embracing philanthropy and giving back. Get to know Ron Gutman, a passionate leader in the fields of technology, entrepreneurship, and happiness. As a Stanford professor, Ron has explored the incredible power of smiling and its potential to boost performance and strengthen relationships. He's a firm believer in authenticity and fostering deep connections, making him an exceptional mentor who's always ready to share his personal journey with others. Join Julie and Jimmy as they dive into a conversation with Ron Gutman about the transformative effects of smiling and the importance of genuine connections.The key moments in this episode are:00:09:02 - Habits for Well-Being,00:13:45 - The Importance of Being Yourself,00:19:23 - The Fulfilling Nature of Mentorship,00:27:06 - The Power of Smiling in Building Connected Relationships,00:39:10 - Creating Habits for Effective MentoringHabits for Well-BeingThe importance of habits for well-being cannot be overlooked. Developing routines for self-care and personal development, such as exercise, meditation, or regular check-ins with a mentor, can have a profound impact on an individual's overall happiness and sense of fulfillment. The key is to make these habits easy to integrate into one's daily life, being intentional about attaching them to pre-existing activities or setting-specific triggers that prompt consistent engagement. Ron Gutman shares his own experience with habit formation, specifically regarding his habits of running and meditating. By attaching these activities to his daily workout routine, he has established a consistent practice that allows him to maintain a healthy balance and well-being. Furthermore, Ron suggests that the same principles of habit formation can be applied to mentorship, resulting in a more productive and fulfilling mentor-mentee relationship.Want to connect with or work with Ron Gutman to learn more? Find out more here!Ron's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rongutman/Website: https://www.intrivo.com/Two energetic entrepreneurs host a leadership podcast for those looking to connect more authentically with others and grow to their potential through mentoring.The AugMentors podcast is now Part of the HubSpot Podcast Network, the audio destination for business professionals. Learn more about how Hubspot can help your business grow better at http://hubspot.sjv.io/Xxb224If you would like to be a guest on AugMentors, email us at hi@augmentors.us. We'd love to hear your story!Let's connect! Follow us on--Our Website: https://www.augmentors.us/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/augmentors-usYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/youtube.com/@augmentorspodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/augmentorshq/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/augmentorshq