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The Power Play: Mastering Influence in Business

Julie Fairhurst Episode 88

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Imagine stepping into a room where everyone carries their unique stories and dreams. How do you make a lasting connection in such a setting? 

Join us as we explore this intriguing question with Julie Fairhurst, a seasoned entrepreneur who spent over three decades mastering the art of influence in sales, marketing, and promotion. Julie takes us on a journey through her personal experiences, revealing how authenticity, empathy, and trust are the real keys to inspiring others. She challenges us to reflect on our approach to influence, suggesting that true power lies not in control but in genuine connection and understanding.

Julie illustrates the transformative power of storytelling, showing how personal narratives can move people to action far more effectively than mere facts and figures. Her insights teach us that by sharing our challenges and triumphs, we can foster deep, meaningful relationships that leave a lasting impact. 

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Who Is Julie Fairhurst?

Speaker • Author • Business Strategist • Founder of Women Like Me

Julie Fairhurst is a force of nature disguised as a woman with a pen and a business brain built for impact. As the founder of the Women Like Me Book Program, she has opened the door for women around the world to share their truth, heal their past, and rise into their power. Since 2019, she has published more than 30 books and over 350 true-life stories — without charging a single writer a dime! Why? Because women’s stories deserve daylight, not gatekeeping.

With 34 years in sales, marketing, and successful business leadership, Julie knows how to turn storytelling into influence and influence into income.

Her mission is clear and unapologetic: break generational trauma one story at a time and help women elevate both emotionally and financially. She doesn’t just publish books, she builds brands, confidence, and possibility, giving women the tools to rewrite their futures, grow their businesses, and lift their families with them.


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I'm Julie Fairhurst and for 34 years I ran my own sales, marketing and promotional business. The influence was critical for my continued success. Influence is not about domination or control. It's about inspiring others through trust, empathy and authenticity. It's about inspiring others through trust, empathy and authenticity.

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Imagine walking into a room full of people, each with their own story, struggles and aspirations. How do you connect with them in a way that leaves a lasting impression? The answer lies in showing up as your true self, understanding their needs and communicating with purpose. When you approach influence authentically, you create a foundation of trust. People are naturally drawn to those who are genuine, consistent and reliable. Your actions, more than your words, speak volumes. Finally, remember that influence grows through storytelling. Facts and figures may inform, but stories engage and move people to action. Share your experiences, challenges and victories to inspire others To practice influence effectively. Ask yourself these questions Am I showing up authentically in my interactions? How can I demonstrate empathy and understanding in this moment? What story from my life could inspire others to take action? By focusing on authenticity, empathy and storytelling, you can develop influence that not only inspires action but also leaves a meaningful legacy.