Listen "How to Train Your Brain Like a Superpower - Retail Retold Replay"
Episode Synopsis
Can you really train your brain to remember everything?In this fascinating episode of Retail Retold, Chris Ressa is joined by Chester Santos, 2008 U.S. Memory Champion and world-renowned memory expert, to explore how mastering memory can transform your personal and professional life. Chester breaks down the science behind memory training, shares practical applications for business leaders, and even puts Chris on the spot with a live memory test. From eliminating to-do lists to improving client relationships, this episode proves that memory isn't just a gift—it's a skill you can build.What you'll hear:Memory is a skill that can be developed and improved.There is no limit to human memory; the more you know, the easier it is to learn new things.Chester trained for the memory championship like an Olympic athlete.Memory techniques can help minimize the use of notes during presentations.Maintaining eye contact during meetings enhances professional relationships.Visual representation aids in memory retention.Involving multiple senses can strengthen memory connections.Making information unusual or extraordinary helps in remembering it.Memory skills can significantly impact personal and professional success.Chester offers online memory training resources for those interested.Chapters00:00 – Intro: What happens when memory becomes your superpower?01:13 – Meet Chester Santos: U.S. Memory Champion & “International Man of Memory”02:30 – Why Memory Is an Overlooked Professional Skill03:08 – Clear the Air: Chester’s surprising answers05:38 – From 2020 Segment to Memory Champion08:00 – What It Takes to Win a Memory Championship10:20 – Self-Taught Success: Training like an Olympian11:10 – What Happens at a Memory Championship? (Hint: Decks of Cards)13:00 – What Science Says About Super Memory14:35 – Real-World Applications: Business, Sales, and Public Speaking20:25 – Ditching To-Do Lists and Meeting Notes—Seriously26:00 – 3 Core Principles to Improve Your Memory Today30:00 – Interactive Exercise: The Story Method Memory Challenge35:00 – How to Apply Memory Skills to Presentations37:15 – How You Can Train with Chester39:20 – Where to Find Chester Online40:15 – Fun Questions: Blockbuster, Chinatown Suitcases & Target Electronics
More episodes of the podcast Retail Retold
Do Psychographics Beat Demographics?
05/12/2025
ZARZA We are Zarza, the prestigious firm behind major projects in information technology.