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Why Energy + Relationships (Not Numbers) Drive Real Results in Sales and Leadership

Written by Anese Cavanaugh | October 8, 2025

When most people think about sales or leadership, they often think about outcomes — numbers, goals, conversions, and performance metrics.

But as Anese Cavanaugh reminds us in this recent video, the real magic of influence and leadership doesn’t come from the numbers. It comes from our energy and relationships — from how we show up, connect, and create trust with others.

🎥 Watch Anese’s short video to explore how presence and intention transform sales, leadership, and connection.

 

 

Whether you’re leading a team, serving clients, or building partnerships, your results are directly tied to the quality of your presence. When you take time to clarify your intentions, align your energy, and bring full presence to every interaction, everything changes — conversations deepen, collaboration strengthens, and results become more meaningful.

It’s what we call Intentions, Energy, and Presence® (IEP).

This isn’t about abandoning goals or ignoring results — it’s about remembering what drives them. Metrics matter, but they’re a reflection of how well we’re showing up in the first place.

When people feel seen, respected, and genuinely served, they respond with trust and engagement. When our energy is scattered or transactional, they feel that too. The numbers follow the energy — not the other way around.

So, as you go into your next sales call, team meeting, or leadership moment, take a breath. Ask yourself:

  • What’s my intention right now?
  • What energy am I bringing into this space?
  • Am I truly present with the person in front of me?

The way you show up matters — not just for your results, but for your relationships, culture, and long-term impact.

 

Ready to Dive Deeper?

Join us for The Energy of Leadership session on October 16th — a live conversation on how your energy shapes your influence, culture, and outcomes.

👉 Register here → Activechoices.com/energy