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EP 104: How to Win Friends and Influence People in 2026 with Dale Carnegie’s Amy Blake

This episode explores why human connection matters more than ever in a tech‑driven world. We reflect on the lasting impact of Dale Carnegie’s communication training and the timeless skills it teaches. Guest Amy Blake, VP of Operations for Dale Carnegie in Ontario and the Maritimes, shares insights from her 28‑year career helping leaders build confidence, communicate authentically, and strengthen real‑world relationships.

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How to Win Friends and Influence People in 2026 with Dale Carnegie’s Amy Blake

Many years ago (not that many, I’m still a young lad!), I took a training course that, to this day, has changed my life. I still think about it and use the tools that have shaped me as a leader: the Dale Carnegie Communication training program. “How to Win Friends and Influence People” is, of course, one of the must-read books for anyone in business. Believe it or not – I have read this book 9 times and still have no friends!


But the organization goes well beyond the books. And their training programs are still going strong today!


As technology continues to take over our lives and how we communicate with our team members, our clients and our friends and family, I thought it might be a good time to go back to the basics. We have all these great tools to connect, but how we connect with people on a human level is something we could always use a refresher on. As tech tools and AI take over the world, the ability to connect with someone one-on-one matters more than ever today. 


Today’s guest is Amy Blake. Amy is the Vice President of Operations at Dale Carnegie (Ontario & Maritimes Franchise). Amy’s Dale Carnegie career spans over 28 years, helping organizations build empowering leaders. Amy designs and delivers engaging programs—both virtual and in-person—that equip leaders at all levels with the skills, insights, and confidence to succeed.


Learn more about the Dale Carnegie program at https://www.dalecarnegie.ca/


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EP 104: How to Win Friends and Influence People in 2026 with Dale Carnegie’s Amy Blake

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