Customer was ready to call the POLICE on him… 5 minutes later, Funny Salesman made $80 off the same dude 😂 That’s when you know you got the gift.

David and Donni break down why building real influence requires a strong point of view. If you’re constantly changing your position based on what social media thinks, what are people actually following you for?

David and Donni debate whether the influencer era is ending or simply evolving. Brands want more than visibility now, and audiences are getting harder to influence.

The viral videos are only what you see. Funny Salesman breaks down the business behind the content, his ownership stake, major investors, and the $10 million opportunity they turned down.

What does it really mean to have influence in 2026? The influencer era is changing. Having millions of followers, viral videos, and brand deals doesn't automatically mean you have the power to move people, build trust, or generate sales. In this episode of the Social Proof Podcast, David Shands and Donni Wiggins break down the difference between being popular and having REAL influence. They share 10 ways entrepreneurs and creators can build trust, create stronger communities, establish authority, and turn attention into action. We talk about why brands are paying more attention to results instead of follower counts, why your story matters, the importance of developing a strong point of view, creating real life experiences for your audience, building relationships, and becoming known for something specific. Whether you have 2,000 followers or 2 million, the goal isn't just to build an audience. It's to build a community that trusts you enough to take action. If you're building a business, personal brand, podcast, or community, this episode will help you understand what REAL influence looks like and how to build it. Join the Social Proof Circle and surround yourself with entrepreneurs committed to building their businesses, brands, and influence. TheSocialProofCircle.com Subscribe to the Social Proof Podcast for more conversations about entrepreneurship, business, branding, marketing, and building something that lasts.

David wanted to know how Funny Salesman can walk up to almost anybody and start talking. His answer goes all the way back to how he grew up.

Donni says these conversations aren’t just entertainment. Sometimes hearing someone else explain their standards forces you to examine your own.

A woman recorded his door-to-door sales pitch and asked if she could put it on YouTube. He said yes without thinking much of it. Next thing he knew, people were recognizing him at the door.

Three long days on a bus from Detroit to California just to get a chance. No guarantees, no comfort—just hope. Then on his very first day, he made six sales and $700. Was the sacrifice worth it?

You may not control where you start, but he believes you have a responsibility for where you finish. Agree or disagree?

Check out Kenny's Product https://thepinkmiracle.com Kenny Brooks, better known as the Funny Salesman, turned door to door sales, viral content, and relentless determination into an eight figure business. In this episode of the Social Proof Podcast, Kenny reveals how his video reached more than 300 million views while someone else made nearly $800,000 from it, why he was still broke after going viral, and how he eventually began earning up to $200,000 a month through content and product sales. He also shares how he went from homelessness to working with celebrities like Timberland and Kevin Hart, why his company turned down a $10 million offer, and how he is teaching his children to become entrepreneurs at an early age. This conversation proves that going viral is only an opportunity. Learning how to sell, execute, and monetize your attention is what changes your life. Join the Social Proof community at TheSocialProofCircle.com Subscribe for more conversations about business, entrepreneurship, sales, and building wealth. #SocialProofPodcast #FunnySalesman #Entrepreneurship #Sales #Business

It’s bigger than buying a house. It’s about making sure somebody else can’t control what it costs you to live.

Put enough successful people on one stage and eventually somebody has to prove their way is the right way

Sometimes the return on investment is simply knowing your family will always have somewhere to go. 🏡

Everybody’s looking at the house. Meanwhile, somebody’s making money off the empty lot. 👀

Everybody wants to do multiple things, but there’s a part of the journey we keep skipping. Before you try to do everything, master something. Full conversation on Social Proof Podcast.

What does it really take to grow as an entrepreneur without spreading yourself too thin? In this episode of the Social Proof Podcast, David Shands and Donni Wiggins break down the dangers of trying to build multiple businesses before mastering one. They share what it actually looks like behind the scenes to manage multiple brands, build strong communities, develop new ideas, and still stay focused on the work that created success in the first place. David and Donni also discuss the evolution of their brands, building The Selection Process, lessons from Invest Fest, and why entrepreneurship should change you internally instead of only being about money and transactions. If you’re constantly jumping from idea to idea, trying to build multiple income streams, or wondering when it’s time to expand into something new, this conversation is for you. Subscribe to the Social Proof Podcast for more conversations about entrepreneurship, business, mindset, money, and building something that lasts. Join the Social Proof Circle: TheSocialProofCircle.com