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➡️ About The Guest
Jason Hanson spent nearly a decade as a CIA officer, earning two Exceptional Performance Awards and learning the secrets of espionage and survival. He left the Agency to pursue his passion of teaching ordinary citizens how to protect themselves and their families from danger. He is the founder and CEO of Spy Escape & Evasion, a company that offers training courses, products, and online resources on spy skills and safety.
He is also the author of the New York Times bestseller Spy Secrets That Can Save Your Life, which reveals how to escape kidnappers, prevent identity theft, evade a home invasion, and more. Jason has shared his expertise on numerous TV shows, including The Rachael Ray Show, Today, Dateline, and Shark Tank, where he won a deal with Daymond John. He also created and performed a one-man show in Las Vegas called Spy Escape & Evasion, which showcases real spy tradecraft with humor and intrigue. Jason is a sought-after keynote speaker who delivers engaging and informative presentations on security, survival, and success.
➡️ Show Links
https://www.instagram.com/spyescape/
https://twitter.com/jasonhanson_cca/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-r-hanson-5a1760a5/
https://www.youtube.com/@JasonHansonSpyBriefing/
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➡️ Talking Points
00:00 - Introduction
02:03 - Joining the CIA: Recruitment Secrets
04:30 - CIA Operatives and Business Planning
07:01 - From Spy to Public Figure Challenges
10:46 - CIA to Shark Tank: Pitching for Success
15:39 - Scaling Business Post-Shark Tank
19:29 - CIA Skills for Business Triumph
21:47 - Mastering Sales and Communication
24:05 - Jason's Personal Growth Strategies
27:13 - Sponsor: The Goal Digger Podcast
27:56 - Balancing Work and Family Life Effectively
35:03 - Teaching the Fun Stuff
36:24 - Unlocking Survivalist Secrets
42:01 - The Art of Detecting Lies
48:26 - Connect with Jason Hanson
48:51 - Overcoming Life's Greatest Obstacle
52:24 - CIA Career: Would He Do It Again?
53:01 - Defining Success with Jason Hanson