The Purpose of Purpose: The Fire That Changed My Life Forever And The SHOCKING Truth About Purpose and Advertising with Legend Ron Tite

The Purpose of Purpose: The Fire That Changed My Life Forever And The SHOCKING Truth About Purpose and Advertising with Legend Ron Tite

Author: Howie Chan, Influence Strategist @ The Behavioring Company September 2, 2025 Duration: 1:13:11
How Can I help you? Start conversations with a single unforgettable line that wins hearts and opens wallets. Get the Legendary One-Liner playbook and make your message legendary. In this episode, Howie interviews Ron Tite,  an award-winning creative, founder of the Church+State Agency, and the  mind behind campaigns for brands like Google, Walmart, and Microsoft.  Ron delivers a true masterclass on the purpose of purpose and alignment, both personal and organizational, and how to get your message across in a relatable and engaging way. The discussion emphasizes that people used to vote with their wallets, and now they vote with their time. So, to influence others, our message must be worth their time. Ron provides us with how to craft a purpose for a company and for yourself, the right way, along with his "Think. Say. Do." framework. He shares the ins and outs of how he structures all his speeches and how to apply comedy to them. Lastly, he flips advertising on its head. Episode Breakdown: 06:54 Understand what purpose is and how brands have gotten it wrong 09:50 The parallel between personal purpose and the organization's purpose 13:04 How purpose can lead a profit-driven company towards growth 16:49 The different business model of purpose-driven companies 20:30 How to get the purpose right within the company 23:49 What you need to craft an organizational purpose that actually gets buy-in 30:59 The big flip in advertising from promise to confirmation 36:26 You don't have to save the world, focus on what you care about 38:15 The power of starting with comedy 42:41 The warm open technique that silences the room 48:08 How Ron did it and your permission to fake it as you go 51:45 The process of comedy and how you can apply it 56:43 How Ron structures and customizes his speeches 59:21 The key ingredients of a successful and relatable speech 1:05:54 We don't need a great big meaningful story to deliver value 1:08:10 One simple exercise to help you  better influence behavior 1:10:00 A letter to Ron Tite’s younger self From Our Guest: Website LinkedIn Youtube Get the books, Think. Do. Say. and The Purpose of Purpose. Listen to the podcast, The Coup. Read the Mark Ritson article on the purpose and profit paradox. Listen to my interview with David Aaker about his book The Future of Purpose-Driven Branding. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Howie Chan hosts Influence Anyone, a conversation that digs into the practical mechanics of persuasion and personal change. Rather than abstract theory, this podcast focuses on applied influence psychology, translating research and real-world experience into actionable strategies. Episodes feature dialogues with leading experts and practitioners, dissecting the subtle psychological forces that shape both internal motivation and external agreement. You’ll hear discussions on mastering your own mindset and habits alongside concrete methods for branding, storytelling, and negotiation. The aim is to move from insight to implementation, turning behavioral science into reliable playbooks for leadership and persuasion. Covering intersections of science, business, marketing, and social dynamics, the podcast provides a nuanced look at how influence operates in various arenas of life. Listeners gain a deeper understanding of the principles that drive decision-making, equipping them to navigate professional challenges and personal goals with greater clarity. The tone is exploratory and detailed, prioritizing depth over quick fixes. By examining the hidden architecture of influence, Howie Chan creates a resource for anyone looking to understand the why behind effective action and communication. This is a place where academic findings meet street-level practice, all dedicated to creating more meaningful and effective outcomes.
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