All Episodes

February 6, 2023 57 mins

Feedback or Questions? Send us a text!

Merit Kahn is the CEO of SELLect Sales Development, author of Myth Shift: Challenging The Truths That Sabotage Success, co-host of The Smarter Sales Show podcast. She is a Certified Emotional Intelligence Coach and a Certified Speaking Professional. Merit is also a stand-up comedian.  She uses her comedy in her business adding even more success in helping others reflect and laugh. Because life should be filled with laughter at work and at play. Since 1998, Merit has worked with salespeople, entrepreneurs, professionals and sales teams teaching them how to stop selling and start getting SELLected by their ideal clients. 

Merit’s Leadership Principle: 

Open minds close deals. Be open. It makes all the difference.


Habits or “Repeaters” to help with productivity

  1. First thing in the morning, spend 15 minutes writing each day - get everything out of your brain.
  2. Highlight 3 things you accomplished at the end of each day and 3 you intend for the next day.
  3. Keep track of things that happen - this is fuel for the comedy.

Interested in developing your own comedy, or just not take yourself so seriously?

  1. Be prepared. You need to look at life through a whole new lens.
  2. Be observant. What upsets you? That’s usually where the funny stuff is.
  3. Ask questions. Dig down to what’s at the heart of your own issues. 
  4. Go experience comedy in person - it’s one of the best ways to learn how to laugh at yourself.

Where to find Merit:
Website:  Merit Kahn – Merit Kahn
Facebook: Merit Kahn, CSP
LinkedIn: Merit Kahn
Podcast:  Podcast Freebie – Merit Kahn
Instagram: @meritkahn


Complementary Resources:
What Is Intentional Optimism?
Andrea’s Favorite Planning & Productivity Tools


Become an Intentional Optimist!
All my links
Health & Wellness: Plexus


Leave a rating and review!

Apple: just scroll to the bottom, choose a rating and write a review.

Podchaser (Android): you can go to this link here and leave a rating and review! https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/intentional-optimists-unconven-1406762 



Noom: A Mindful Way to Eat
Learn how to intentionally challenge your mindset in order to take control of your health.

Skillshare: Spark your creativity.
Get 40% Off Annual Membership

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Support the show

Mark as Played

Advertise With Us

Popular Podcasts

Fudd Around And Find Out

Fudd Around And Find Out

UConn basketball star Azzi Fudd brings her championship swag to iHeart Women’s Sports with Fudd Around and Find Out, a weekly podcast that takes fans along for the ride as Azzi spends her final year of college trying to reclaim the National Championship and prepare to be a first round WNBA draft pick. Ever wonder what it’s like to be a world-class athlete in the public spotlight while still managing schoolwork, friendships and family time? It’s time to Fudd Around and Find Out!

Crime Junkie

Crime Junkie

Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by audiochuck Media Company.

The Breakfast Club

The Breakfast Club

The World's Most Dangerous Morning Show, The Breakfast Club, With DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious, And Charlamagne Tha God!

Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

© 2025 iHeartMedia, Inc.