Jason Hanson - Founder of Spy Escape & Evasion | Spy Secrets That Can Save Your Life

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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. 

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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