In this episode of MI For Change, Dr. Monica Gilbert explores a powerful and often misunderstood comparison: Dale Carnegie’s “How to Win Friends and Influence People” vs. Motivational Interviewing (MI).

While both approaches emphasize communication, connection, and influence, they differ in one critical way—the intention behind the conversation.

You’ll learn:

• Why the concept of “influence” can feel manipulative in clinical and leadership settings
• The key similarities between Dale Carnegie’s principles and Motivational Interviewing
• The missing piece in Carnegie’s work: the Spirit of MI (partnership, autonomy, compassion, evocation)
• How the righting reflex can damage rapport and create resistance
• The difference between persuading someone vs helping them find their own motivation
• Real-life examples of how MI transforms conversations with parents, clients, and teams

This episode will challenge the way you think about communication and help you shift from trying to convince people… to helping them convince themselves.

If you’re a therapist, BCBA, psychologist, leader, or helping professional, this is a must-listen episode to elevate your conversations and create lasting change.

Learn more about Motivational Interviewing and explore on-demand courses at www.drmonicagilbert.com

Join the MI Academy for practical training and resources — and enjoy an exclusive 15% off with code MIFORCHANGE at checkout.

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In this episode of MI4Change, we explore how Motivational Interviewing can be applied beyond clinical work—into leadership, business growth, and organizational culture.

If you’re a:
• BCBA
• Business owner
• Clinical supervisor
• Therapist building a practice

This episode will help you understand how to scale your organization in a way that is sustainable and aligned with your values.

In this episode, Dr. Monica Gilbert shares:

• Why processes are critical for scaling a business
• How to define roles and responsibilities within your team
• How to handle staff resistance and pushback
• How to use Motivational Interviewing to build collaboration and autonomy
• Why doing too much as a leader creates bottlenecks
• How to create a culture of ownership and accountability

You’ll also hear real examples from a growing ABA and mental health organization and the lessons learned over 16+ years in the field.

Because scaling isn’t just about growth…

👉 It’s about building something that can thrive without you.

Learn more about Motivational Interviewing and explore on-demand courses at www.drmonicagilbert.com

Join the MI Academy for practical training and resources — and enjoy an exclusive 15% off with code MIFORCHANGE at checkout.

📲 Connect with me on Instagram: @drmonicagilbert

In this episode of MI4Change, we explore how Motivational Interviewing can transform the way you lead and motivate your team.

If you’re a:
• BCBA
• Clinical supervisor
• Business owner
• Leader or manager

You’ve likely experienced this:

Your staff agrees in the moment…
But follow-through doesn’t happen.

This isn’t just a motivation problem—it’s a values alignment problem.

In this episode, Dr. Monica Gilbert breaks down:
• Why traditional leadership approaches create resistance
• The difference between compliance and true buy-in
• How to identify when your team is dependent on you
• The role of values in motivation and behavior change
• Practical questions to evoke ownership and initiative
• How to use Motivational Interviewing in leadership settings

You’ll also hear a powerful real-life example that illustrates how true motivation happens when people connect emotionally to what matters most.

Because leadership isn’t about pushing people…
It’s about helping them see the value for themselves.

Learn more about Motivational Interviewing and explore on-demand courses at www.drmonicagilbert.com

Join the MI Academy for practical training and resources — and enjoy an exclusive 15% off with code MIFORCHANGE at checkout.

📲 Connect with me on Instagram: @drmonicagilbert