Giftology in Business with John Ruhlin

Giftology in Business with John Ruhlin

Author: Danny Iny, Founder and CEO of Mirasee and Best-Selling Author June 28, 2016 Duration: 25:50

Giftology: it's a thing. Believe it or not, there is a science behind great gifting. Not only will giftology ensure the recipient has their metaphorical socks knocked off, but also that they will think warm, fuzzy thoughts about you for years to come. Do you know what an 'artifact' gift is? If not, and you want to learn the science of gifting, then you don't want to miss today's episode of Business Reimagined with John Ruhlin, author of Giftology. You'll learn: Why you should give a gift that's NOT for the recepient Perfect timing for maximum gifting impact Whether or not gifts replace face-to-face meetings A counter-intuitive approach to logo marketing John is a brilliant gift-giver who can make every thoughtful dollar you spend worth a hundred of your competition's mindless dollars. Give smarter, not harder. Key Points At 2:00 – John tells the touching story of a man who made millions, but he did it by being the most generous person John ever met. At 4:00 – Never, NEVER give gifts at certain times of the year. John reveals what holidays to avoid, and the odd times of year that gift-giving has its maximum effect. He also explains why gifts shouldn't necessarily be given to the recipient. At 7:00 – John talks about why expensive gifts aren't always best. He describes some other types of gifts that have more impact. At 13:00 – Danny and John discuss what type of ROI you can expect on the gifts you give, both to clients and prospective customers. At 17:00 – John explains why it's NOT the thought that counts, and getting help with gift-giving doesn't make that gift thoughtless.


Each episode of Business Reimagined with Danny Iny | The Mirasee Podcast is a focused conversation that moves beyond surface-level tactics. As the founder and CEO of Mirasee and a best-selling author, Danny Iny brings a distinct perspective to these discussions, connecting principles from education and marketing to core business strategy. The dialogue naturally explores how guests-from seasoned marketers and authors to innovative startup founders-are fundamentally questioning and redesigning their approaches. This isn't about quick fixes; it's about examining the underlying mindsets and frameworks that lead to sustainable success and influence. You'll hear detailed stories of adaptation and principle, with every interview structured to extract concrete, usable insights. The podcast consistently delivers depth over breadth, ensuring each conversation concludes with clear, implementable ideas that listeners can apply to their own ventures. It’s for anyone who believes that the future of business is built on more thoughtful, human-centric, and adaptable foundations, and who wants to hear those blueprints discussed in earnest, substantive detail.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 73

Business Reimagined with Danny Iny
Podcast Episodes
Policy and the Culture Killer with Nick Sarillo [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:08
Almost everyone loves pizza. Almost no one loves policy, especially employees. If you're planning to grow a business, it pays to know in advance how your policies will affect the way your employees work for you, because…
Writing a Book Without Writing with Tucker Max [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:05
What if you could write a book without writing it? We're not talking about ghost writing or word mills. This book would be your voice, your expertise, and exactly what you would have written if you had the time to sit do…
Creating the Perfect Day with Craig Ballantyne [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:32
Have you ever had that 'perfect day' you wish you could replicate over and over again? You were firing on all cylinders, knocking out tasks, and every single one of them brought you a step closer to your big life goals?…
The Art of Persuasion with Dave Lakhani [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:33
What's the difference between persuasion and manipulation? Is persuasion just a nicer way to manipulate someone? According to Dave Lakhani, persuasion expert, they are related, but with two huge differences. Can you gues…
Where Engagement Is Going with Danny Iny [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:35
Engagement was a hot topic a few years ago, and it remains to be to this day... ...but most people are doing it wrong. There's one simple thing to remember when you're talking about engaging with your audience, and it ha…
Martin Lindstrom Says to Get Close to Your Customers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:48
When was the last time you sat down and had a face-to-face withone of your customers? Would you consider going to a fan's home andhaving a chat with him to get to know him better?To many entrepreneurs, it's a very foreig…
Ron Friedman on Building a Better Workplace [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:48
Monica Seles is a famous tennis player, and she revolutionized the world of tennis by grunting. When she won an amazing upset in the 1990 French Open, the 16-year-old created a new trend that was quickly adopted by other…
Pat Flynn on Building an Offer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:25
It’s hard to believe that success in building an offer can drag you down. Really – if you’re raking in thousands, hundreds of thousands, or even a cool million, is that the kind of success your heart desires? Or do you w…
Knowing When You're 'Born for This' with Chris Guillebeau [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:38
You know that feeling of dissatisfaction that haunts you, no matter how often you tell yourself you should be happy? When you look at your career trajectory or business, you just know you weren’t ‘born for this.’ It’s no…