Evy Poumpouras - Don’t Try to Change People’s Beliefs. Do This Instead

Former Secret Service Agent Evy Poumpouras joins Don Saladino to break down one of the biggest mistakes people make in conversations, relationships, and negotiations: trying to change someone’s belief system. Instead, she shares what actually works.

Whether you’re dealing with a business deal, a family member, or even a terrorist, this is what you should do if you want to build trust, gain influence, or make a meaningful impact.

In this powerful and wide-ranging conversation, Evy pulls back the curtain on her remarkable journey, from failing her first police fitness test to protecting U.S. presidents and interrogating terrorists.

The episode covers how empathy works in high-stakes environments, why simple actions build motivation, how physical training affects mental resilience, and how archetypes can help you navigate personal and professional relationships.

It’s a conversation about power. Nnot in domination, but in understanding, clarity, and service. Whether you’re leading a team, building a business, raising a family, or just trying to become a better version of yourself, this episode will change the way you approach communication-- and yourself.

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