Michael Port Reimagines Performance and Influence

Michael Port Reimagines Performance and Influence

Author: Danny Iny, Founder and CEO of Mirasee and Best-Selling Author October 6, 2015 Duration: 30:07

Michael Port is well known for his roles in movies and television, like Sex and the City, but did you know he also has a background in the business side of the fitness business. Or that he can help you dispel your fear of public speaking?!? Today, Danny talks with Michael about how all of life is a performance you can prepare for, from first dates to job interviews, and company pep talks to CEO speeches. Key Points At 6:00 - Michael makes the claim that marketing isn't what gets you clients, and explains what actually DOES get you business. At 9:00 - As an actor, Michael knows how important preparation for performances is, and he shares just how much you should prepare for your life's performances. At 14:00 - Do you go into a performance with the goal of being good, or even great? Then according to Michael, you're doing it wrong. He explains what the actual goal should be. At 18:00 - Michael takes Danny through the actual process of preparing for performances, using examples from Danny's life. At 26:00 - Michael talks about his 'win scenario' for his new book release, and what he hopes he can help people accomplish through his teaching. Enjoying the podcast? Help us spread the word! Never miss an episode! Subscribe to us on iTunes or by RSS. (If you’re subscribing by RSS for the first time, go to your podcast player, and enter the RSS link – your player will know how to handle it!) When you rate and review, you help us reach others. Leave us a short review and a rating on iTunes, and every week we'll mention a reviewer by name and share what they had to say!


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.
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