Speaking and Communicating Podcast

Why are soft skills so crucial for tech professionals?Meet Evgeniy Kharam!Evgeniy is an Author, Cybersecurity Architect and Podcaster who's latest bestselling book, "Architecting Success: The Art of Soft Skills in Technical Sales".Evgeniy ascended from a firewall deployment engineer to the Vice President of Architecture at the Herjavec Group.His professional experiences over the last 2 decades, made him realize how important soft skills are, in addition to technical brilliance. Evgeniy is the co-founded of two influential podcasts—one that delves into technical security architecture and another that offers cyber inspiration for business leaders.Evgeniy also serves as a board advisor to the Canadian Cybersecurity Network, the largest technology group in Canada. Listen as Evgeniy discusses:- the critical role of soft skills in technical sales- how to get started in improving your soft skills- sales engineers and technical sales communication- problem-solving in the tech field- bridging the divide between technical teams and sales- fostering collaboration and reducing attrition. A key feature is the Soft Skills Development Plan (SSDP) in the appendix, providing readers with actionable steps and tools for personal and professional growth. This work serves as a comprehensive call to action for embracing and enhancing soft skills to achieve success in technical sales.Connect with Evgeniy:Website: https://www.softskillstech.caLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ekharam/Additional Resources:"Architecting Success: The Art of Soft Skills in Technical Sales" by Evgeniy KharamListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soft-skills-for-tech-professionals-w-evgeniy-kharam/id1614151066?i=1000665880787Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5E9wIxdAHzF0GoKJNxyXQ3YouTube: https://youtu.be/QCxLRbrOx7Y

How do you bridge the communication gap between you and your pre-teen?Meet Marcus Aurelius Higgs!Marcus is a Communication Coach for Parents of Preteens (10-14 y.o.). He supports caregivers to connect with their distancing adolescence without fear or frustration.Marcus works with Certain Future to support parents of preteens (10-14 y.o.) so they can show up and maintain a meaningful relationship with their child during these natural 'identity breaking' years.He works with parents who know the value of doing hard things and want to be present with their son/daughter before it's too late to bridge the gap.Listen as Marcus shares the following:- The SHOW Up Framework to benefit parents- building parents' confidence in their communication when their tween starts having big emotions- how parents can be present when their preteen starts to withdraw- how parents can build trust to open up difficult conversations- how to support your pre-teen to develop self-belief and resilience...and so much more!Connect with Marcus:Website: https://marcushiggs.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcushiggs/Additional Resources:" Inspire Life Through Words of Well-Being: Personal Meditations in Poetry to Find Balance and Inner Peace" by Marcus Aurelius Higgs on AmazonListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/communicating-with-your-pre-teen-w-marcus-a-higgs/id1614151066?i=1000665255024Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/79Xou1Jr0yUVcOX1lghTvNYouTube: https://youtu.be/-E80qrWHL-A

How do you make sales magical?Meet Craig Andrews!Craig helps high-ticket B2B service businesses close MORE deals FASTER at HIGHER PRICES using First-Time Offers that will break your cash register. He is also a Podcast host and Bestselling Author!Craig's latest bestselling book, Make Sales Magical: Close More Deals Faster and at Higher Prices, draws on psychology, neuroscience, and principles of courtship to reveal his proven method for closing more high-ticket sales faster, at higher prices, without sleazy tactics.In his book, Craig helps you to craft irresistible offers, reduce customer anxiety, trigger reciprocity, and guide prospects to eagerly commit. Discover techniques to optimize customer lifetime value, attract ideal buyers, and repel non-ideal clients automatically. Whether you suck at sales or you're a seasoned pro, Andrews' masterclass in ethical influence will transform the way you build relationships, deliver value, and turn prospects into delighted customers.Make Sales Magical provides the roadmap to master the "magical" art of sales the right way.Connect with Craig:Website: https://allies4me.com/Additional Resources:FREE Gift: "Make Sales Magical" by Craig Andrews on Amazon"Hope That Won't Die: A Survivor's Story" by Craig and Karen Andrews on AmazonListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5wmAYW9jup2Y9ZnxqT1wOqSpotify: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-sales-magical-w-craig-andrews/id1614151066?i=1000664596576YouTube: https://youtu.be/CqbOwuidVvI

How do you use traumatic experiences for a greater purposes?Meet Yahne Sneed!Yahne is an inspirational Keynote Speaker, Mindset Coach and Author who helps women over 30 break free from fear and doubt to bounce back and conquer adversity. She herself grew up under very traumatic and abusive circumstances. She found a purpose through all that pain and now helps others do the same. Through the power of forgiveness, she learned to open a dialogue and communicate with those who were instrumental in her going through them.Listen as Yahne shares the tools she used over the years to heal her family relationships and how she uses similar strategies to help her clients who face similar challenges.Connect with Yahne:Website: https://msha.ke/yahnesneedAdditional Resources:Grab a copy of Yahne Seed's Amazon bestseller:Manifest Your CanvasWe all want to feel whole and complete, and for some of us the journey to peace is not an easy road to walk. Manifest Your Canvas, is not only a self help book, but also a guide to treating others how you want to be treated - with love, compassion hope and forgiveness.Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healing-family-relationships-w-yahne-seed/id1614151066?i=1000664370316Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6XQLrD0DJ4ccmoGeAE6gxVYouTube: https://youtu.be/Pri75e9hRO4

Why do you need to also focus on communication and relationship building while in college?How important are relationship-building skills to your professional and entrepreneurial journey?Meet Dr. Tim Newman!Dr. Newman is a Public Speaking Coach, Creator of Formula For Public Speaking , Podcast Host and BIS Sport Administration at Georgia State University. He is the Founder of Dream Chasers Management Group.He launched the "Speaking with Confidence" Podcast focusing on communication skills after realizing the extensive gap in college students.Connect with Dr. Newman:thedcmg.com (Dream Chasers Management Group)twitter.com/TimNATC (Follow me on Twitter)faculty.ycp.edu/~tjnewman/ (YCP Sport Management)Additional Resources:Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/speaking-with-confidence/id1729082998Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relationship-building-skills-w-dr-tim-newman/id1614151066?i=1000663700568Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0JgosiM2LTJsUq1GJ8hqcGYouTube: https://youtu.be/Ja6j4WVmrpM

What happens when we build structures of superiority one over another?Meet Seth Randall!Seth is a White South African who grew up under the apartheid system, now living in the US.Listen as he shares his profound eye-opening experiences, how oblivious he was to how the system affected the majority and what exactly happens to both the powerful and powerless when systems of superiority and inferiority are at play.Also, stay tuned for Part 2 of this conversation as Seth plans to share tips and strategies on how we all can do our part for humanity in this regard.Connect with Seth:Instagram: @sethmylesrandallListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-racism-dehumanizes-us-all-w-seth-myles-randall-part-1/id1614151066?i=1000663235465Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2jWU4nWgI6X906oZtasrnqYouTube: https://youtu.be/7aIpYRGO0P4

How do you improve your relationships?By tapping into the inner gifts that you already possess!Meet June Edward!Connect with June:Website: https://juneedward.comAdditional Resources:"All's Fair In Love And Karma" by June Edward on AmazonListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relationship-mastery-w-june-edward/id1614151066?i=1000662975894Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1pO9MCRPlAdwf1Esysi0JUYouTube: https://youtu.be/j7frQUv_JSA

Why do you sometimes feel unworthy or not good enough?Meet Denise Miceli!Denise Miceli is an inspiring, empathic guide and mentor who creates space for women ready for personal growth and change. The core of her work is to guide women to what is possible when they align their external world with their internal desires in work and life. She is known for her talent in energy healing, intuitive hot-seat coaching, and teaching new and powerful ways of accessing authenticity. She guides women through small group transformational healing with her exclusive 12-week Journey, Elevate 40+ Reinvent, Rediscover, Rise. Having embarked on her profound personal transformation, Denise overcame challenging experiences and transcended emotional patterns that stifled her authentic self. This empowering process of subconscious healing propelled her to share this remarkable modality with others. In 2022, after 25 years of teaching, coaching, and guiding individuals and groups towards improved health and wellness, Denise transformed her health coaching business into Rock Your Blocks intuitive life coaching. With degrees in Mental Health and Leadership and certifications as a subconscious practitioner and change agent, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her work.Connect with Denise:Website: https://rockyourblocks.com/homeListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/overcome-imposter-syndrome-w-denise-miceli/id1614151066?i=1000662309018Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0G7LIqRTQVs1dJU9u1jLGCYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_GHdcO6PQII

Are you an engineer or tech professional who struggles to get their ideas across?Do you experience your brilliance being undermined?Meet Dagna Bieda!Dagna is the CEO & Founder of "Been In Your Shoes" Coaching. She is an Engineer turned Career Coach. She makes her clients realize that improving their soft (but essential) skills and shifting their perspective can result in a more fulfilling career with more $$$ that they deserve.Dagna helps Engineers in Tech get recognized, move up and move on. This she does by helping them LEVEL UP in their career by getting crystal clear on their personal definition of "fulfillment," the gaps in their skills and mindset, strategically planning their next steps, and shifting their Engineering Mindset for success.Dagna's recently published her book, "Brain Refactor" which helps you'll unlock the success, fulfillment, money, opportunities, impact, and growth you truly deserve. It is based on her personal and coaching experience. It offers practical strategies for long-term success validated by her coaching clients—real engineers from diverse backgrounds. If you’re the invisible Subject Matter Expert whose ideas get ignored, just getting started in the engineering or tech industry, or looking for growth strategies, more opportunities, more impact, or more money, this book is for you.Connect with Dagna:Website: https://themindfuldev.comAdditional Resources:"Brain Refactor" by Dagna Bieda on AmazonListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/communication-skills-for-engineers-w-dagna-bieda/id1614151066?i=1000661776178Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3H8ZA4lIT875O1pI57JedBYouTube: https://youtu.be/aPpfGg9tDfY

How do great leaders communicate and serve?Meet Dr. Wayne Pernell - Your Exponential Success Coach!Dr. Pernell is the founder and president of DynamicLeader®, Inc. He is a highly sought speaker, an International Best-Selling Author of multiple publications, blogger, and podcast host of One Sharp Sword. Dr. Wayne Pernell is a member of the Forbes Business Council, a two-time TEDx Speaker, has been featured in the Television series SpeakUp, and is regularly seen on NBC, CBS, ABC, Fox, and The CW, as well as heard on radio and podcasts around the world. Dr. Wayne Pernell and DynamicLeader® Inc. are sought for coaching, consulting, and speaking.Listen as Dr. Pernell explains why the way you communicate determines everything else. Great leaders use language differently in order to make a great impact and be exponentially successful.Connect with Dr. Pernell:Website: https://www.waynepernell.comAdditional Resources:TED Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Hg6xx32LV4Books: https://www.waynepernell.com/authorListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-great-leaders-communicate-w-dr-wayne-pernell/id1614151066?i=1000661524148Spotify: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speaking-and-communicating-podcast/id1614151066YouTube: https://youtu.be/Qp2BgL_Pq6U

Connect with Michael:Website: https://www.michaelmojo.comListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/turn-failure-into-success-w-michael-mojo/id1614151066?i=1000660790188Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1vXYMkh6nfqDNvQ8m4vuHPYouTube: https://youtu.be/vt3OqMgqSCE

How do you use the Reframe Method in order to solve problems?Meet Dr. Frank Douglas, Ph.D.Dr. Douglas is the CEO of Safe Haven Dialogues. He is also the Author of Until You Walk in My Shoes: A Reframing Methodology to Overcome Systemic Discrimination, Originator of the Equity, Inclusion, and Individual Engagement Principle, Former Pharmaceutical Executive and Board Member.Dr. Douglas is a seasoned problem-solver who helps employers, employees and students who are dealing with issues of discrimination. He can help because he has successfully dealt with and thrived ultimately becoming the first Black Member of the Board of Management and EVP responsible for Research, Development and Regulatory Affairs of a top global pharmaceutical company. His Reframe Process helps people find productive solutions to episodes of discrimination.Connect with Dr. Douglas:Website: https://safehavendialogues-llc.comAdditional Resources:"Until You Walk In My Shoes" by Dr. Frank Douglas, Ph.D. on AmazonListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stress-in-the-workplace-w-dr-frank-douglas-ph-d/id1614151066?i=1000659519862Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4IahBunjpKwInJQ6F9RkPcYouTube: https://youtu.be/sRLd8f7wmAc

What role does your gut microbiome play in your overall health?Meet Dr. Rosemarie Rutecki!Dr. Rutecki is a visionary Pharmacist with a passion for health and wellness.With a Doctor of Pharmacy degree and Board Certification in Functional Medicine from the Institute of Functional Medicine, Dr. Rutecki is dedicated to uncovering the root cause of imbalances in your body. Her approach to care goes beyond the surface symptoms and delves into the complex interplay of nutrition, digestion, detoxification, immune function, hormones, and metabolism. By analyzing these critical areas, Dr. Rutecki empowers her clients to achieve optimal health and peak performance. Dr. Rutecki's targeted approach addresses the root causes of your symptoms. It's designed for high achievers like you, who can't afford to let health issues derail their aspirations.Connect with Dr. Rosemarie:Website: https://drrosemarierutecki.comSpecial For Listeners:10% OFF: Special Code PODCAST: https://ruteckimethod.drrosemarierutecki.com/gutrebootListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gut-brain-connection-w-dr-rosemarie-rutecki/id1614151066?i=1000659289187Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7ctxtdqGLqH6fzKHrC6x8vYouTube: https://youtu.be/9GTfrGh64A8

How does fire walking transform every area of your life?Listen to the World's Number 1 Firewalk Expert - Dave Albin!Dave was personally trained by Tony Robbins himself!Connect with Dave:Website: https://firewalkadventures.comListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/firewalking-changes-your-life-w-dave-albin/id1614151066?i=1000658799239Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5diRVgzGghRuakkKQYpL6FYouTube: https://youtu.be/m56apVGW32w

How do you apply the knowledge gained from books?Meet Nick Hutchison!Nick is the CEO and Founder of BookThinkers, Bestselling Author, Keynote Speaker and Top-Rated Podcast Host.He works alongside 100s of authors, from first-time writers to best-selling authors, to help get their book in front of the right reader. His focus is books on personal growth since his life has personally transformed through applying the principles learned therefrom.In just over 7 years, he has organically built a platform that reaches over 1,000,000 people each month. Nick's podcast, BookThinkers: Life-Changing Books, is a global top 2% show that features captivating interviews with world-class authors such as Grant Cardone, Lewis Howes, and Alex Hormozi. Now, Nick has dedicated his life to helping millions of readers take action on the information they learn and rise to their potential through his books, speaking, and personal brand as a whole. This was the inspiration for his new book, Rise of the Reader, where he dives into the strategies for mastering your reading habits and applying what you learn.On this episode, Nick reveals how reading completely transformed his communication skills and all facets of his life.Connect with Nick:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicklovesbooks/?hl=enWebsite: https://bookthinkers.comListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-reading-transforms-your-life-w-nick-hutchison/id1614151066?i=1000658586407Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7HubeesP3CLpHCh0Vt0VtGYouTube: https://youtu.be/vsVr_lKywSQ

How do leaders optimally make decisions and effectively delegate?Meet Donna Dude!Donna is a Certified Director of Operations and Business Growth Strategist.With several years of experience in project planning and strategic growth planning with 6- & 7-figure businesses, she has seen the momentum that can happen in a business when the CEO leverages their time, talent and tactics. Donna truly believes time is the most important asset you can have in your business. Being intentional and purposeful with how you use your time can really propel your business forward. No team, system, or automation can outperform a lack of focus.Connect with Donna:Website: https://ceoamplify.caListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/leadership-and-decision-making-w-donna-dube/id1614151066?i=1000657924018Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4JtMIKXDqHmQUfyhUBgTSN?si=mMznaH6xR16u9nH-_DRMRgYouTube: https://youtu.be/7HM2tk7Pgj4

What executive skills are essential for your career advancement?Meet Christina Lopez!What does college not teach you that you need to invest in?Connect with Christina:Website: https://www.amazon.com/Degree-Without-Losing-Your-Mind/dp/1636981968Additional Resources:"Get The Degree Without Losing Your Mind" by Christina LopezListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/essential-skills-for-career-advancement-w-christina-lopez/id1614151066?i=1000657690943Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1I4aAud2i8tixGGoP8lg8AYouTube: https://youtu.be/Mo-WI08f008

How do you create a profitable personal brand?Meet Tonya Eberhart and Michael Carr!Tonya Eberhart is the Founder and CEO of BrandFace, LLC, a personal branding company focused on helping coaches, consultants, and other experts become sought after authorities in their industry. She is also a speaker, podcaster, and international bestselling author.After building her own personal brand, Tonya became a sought after expert known for positioning and presenting her clients uniquely across multiple marketing platforms.Michael Carr is currently the Co-Founder and COO of BrandFace, LLC. He is also a real estate branding expert and international bestselling author. He is recognized as the Abundant Life Broker® for his commitment to helping others succeed as he has, and inspiring them to live their most abundant life.Michael co-authored two personal branding books with Tonya, both of which became international bestsellers on Amazon. Today, Michael and Tonya lead a global team of personal branding professionals who provide The Most Comprehensive Personal Brand Building System Across The Globe, teaching coaches, consultants, and other experts the same principles he has used to become a recognizable personal brand.Tonya and Michael are known for being:Creators of the most comprehensive personal brand building system across the globePackaging and presenting authentic brands that turn purpose into profitSpecializing in Coaches, Creators & Experts who deserve to charge what they’re worthBestselling authors on personal branding and hosts of the Be BOLD Branding podcastAppeared 200+ times as expert guests & authorities on the subject of personal brandingRecognized for their Define, Develop & Display formula for profitable personal brandingConnect with Tonya and Michael:Website: https://brandfacestar.comListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-personal-brand-w-tonya-eberhart-and-michael-carr/id1614151066?i=1000657434649Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0mqiJsPQQt61Kd6jKSi6CHYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H0wOPWHO5uo

How do we adapt to this fast-changing world?Meet Jane Applegath!Jane is the Founder of Epic Vision Zone and a Creative Intelligence Coach.The Epic Vision Zone is a series of inspiring conversations with super female entrepreneurs; empire builders who are lighting a path for those female dreamers who are ready to rock the planet.Jane believes every woman who dares to dream big possesses the power to become a prosperous entrepreneur...one epic step at a time! She empowers women to own their vision, voice, and value so that they can build and create a life of freedom and prosperity, inspiring others to follow the same epic path. Jane is an avid mind/body student and researcher in the neuroscience of human capacities. Key Points:- communication in this VUCA world- leadership skills in the VUCA world- flipping the script on VUCA- the changing dynamics of the workforce- how entrepreneurs can keep up with VUCA- tapping into your genius zone...and so much more!Connect with Jane:Website: https://janeapplegath.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTRlB0PVe13qgPlfS7VY7ZgAdditional Resources:FREE: https://janeapplegath.comListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/communication-and-leadership-in-a-vuca-world-w/id1614151066?i=1000657187757Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2QMsavAVk7hRTubvYkDBoOYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37excoqBa4o

How do you de-escalate conflct?Meet Gina Simmonds Schneider, Ph.D.!Dr. Gina Simmons Schneider is a licensed psychotherapist, award-winning blogger, certified coach, and corporate trainer. She is the author of Frazzlebrain: Break Free from Anxiety, Anger, and Stress Using Advanced Discoveries in Neuropsychology (Central Recovery Press, March 2022). Simmons Schneider serves as co-director of Schneider Counseling and Corporate Solutions, with more than 25 years of experience helping individuals, couples, families, and organizations manage anxiety, anger, stress, and conflicts.Simmons Schneider writes for Psychology Today, was a regular contributor to Women In Crime, Ink, dubbed by the Wall Street Journal “A blog worth reading,” and Forbes’ blog “Crime, She Writes,” sharing psychology research on crime and media issues. Simmons Schneider guest blogs for other popular sites, including The Feisty Writer, Breaking the Cycles, and Blog Talk Radio programs including Sandra Brown’s Safe Relationship Magazine.On this episode, Dr. Gina shares strategies on how to deescalate workplace conflict, manage anger and communication skills to resolve conflict.Connect with Gina:Website: https://frazzlebrain.comAdditional Resources:"Frazzle Brain" by Dr. Gina Simmonds SchneiderListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/conflict-resolution-and-anger-management-w-dr-gina/id1614151066?i=1000656968838Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4t8GPQRlSJbTKh7IphE8duYouTube: https://youtu.be/sRu5UaKP6Do

How do you launch a podcast? How do you know what to talk about?Meet Alesia Galati!Alesia is the Founder of Galati Media, who takes the overwhelm out of starting your own podcast. Her mission is to help her clients create messages that make a difference.Alesia is a Podcast Strategist & Host of Top 100 Marketing Podcast - Listeners to Leads. Her focus is to help impact-driven brands launch strategic podcasts that engage their audience and bring in leads.Galati Media knows podcasting inside and out. They are the expert in launching and managing successful podcasts, so you don’t have to! They give you the confidence and strategy you need to bring in leads, land speaking gigs, and deeply connect with your listeners.Their goal is to turn your listeners into leads, collaborations, connections, and raving fans!Key Points:- deciding on a podcast launch strategy- market research on targeted listeners- identifying your niche- turning your listeners into leads- getting listeners to understand how you help them- why downloads are not the focus- various factors that go into monetization...and so much more!Connect with Alesia:Website: https://galatimedia.comListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/launch-and-grow-your-own-podcast-w-alesia-galati/id1614151066?i=1000656660241Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6fMVaS9JpExor4KHKy5agmYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p-sGQaOoZXw

How does Broadway teach you how to make a presentation?Meet Lisa Nicole Wilkerson!Lisa is a Professional Speaker, Communication Consultant, Presentation Specialist, Motivational Speaker and Voiceover Artist. She is the only Broadway-awarded communication strategy and presentation skills coach, helping business leaders with her Broadway Confidence™ methodology. Her storytelling industry experience extends to being a voiceover artist on an Emmy-nominated series, professor, speaker, and voiceover and acting business career coach.As an NYU Stern School of Business adjunct professor and independent communication and presentation skills coach, Lisa helps business leaders:- improve their verbal and non-verbal skills- hone strategies toy execute compelling presentations- make compelling presentations as individuals and in teamsConnect with Lisa:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-nicole-wilkerson/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BroadwayConfidence1Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-make-a-presentation-w-lisa-nicole-wilkerson/id1614151066?i=1000656423741Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4SQqUmpONthX0yk585iLKcYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vl-qaEhq4pQ&t=1000s

Why do we struggle to love ourselves?Meet Michelle Maidenberg, Ph.D.Michelle maintains a private practice in Harrison, NY where she works with individuals, families, and couples. She is the Co-Founder and Clinical Director of “Thru My Eyes”, a nonprofit 501c3 organization that offers free clinically-guided videotaping to chronically medically ill individuals who want to leave video legacies for their children and loved ones. She is also adjunct faculty at New York University (NYU) teaching a graduate course in Mindfulness Practice.Michelle is the author of the books Free Your Child From Overeating: 53 Mind-Body Strategies For Lifelong Health and ACE Your Life: Unleash Your Best Self and Live the Life You Want. Her books guide individuals to develop life-long healthful behaviors to enhance personal growth and general well-being. Michelle is a blogger for Psychology Today. She is a contributing editor of GROUP, the journal of the Eastern Group Psychotherapy Society. She has also published in vaKey Points:- how to love yourself when in pain- how to create healthy boundaries- expressing your needs without being aggressive- what truly lies beneath anger and frustration- the reason you struggle to love and accept yourself- how to check your inner dialogue- being accountable and vulnerable...and so much more!Connect with Michelle:Website: https://michellemaidenberg.comListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/self-love-and-self-acceptance-w-michelle-maidenberg/id1614151066?i=1000656172868Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4FW5UrCtsk6MxzymvEnT8XYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aqLesSNGyG4&t=4s

How do you communicate with your podcast listeners?Meet Dave Jackson!Dave Jackson started experimenting with audio on the Internet in 2004. In 2005 he launched his first podcast and soon launched the School of Podcasting (the Internet's first site dedicated to helping people learn the right way). Dave has produced over 30 shows and has over 4 million downloads in his podcasting career. In 2018, he was inducted into the Academy of Podcasters Hall of Fame.On this episode, Dave shares all the strategies that he teaches other podcasters at School of Podcasting, on how to launch a successful podcast, connect with your listeners and how to decide on podcast content.Connect with Dave:Website: https://schoolofpodcasting.comWebsite: https://davidjackson.orgListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/building-connection-through-podcasting-w-dave-jackson/id1614151066?i=1000655978082Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/18K3WoLrCFEusxvcIuOGDZYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_GWLZizTNc

Do you have to be funny to add humor to your presentation?Meet Irishman Speaks (Conor Cunneen)!Conor Cunneen is an Irishman, happily exiled in Chicago where he says “the Guinness is good, the people are friendly and he has been force fed more corned beef and green beer than he ever had in Ireland!”As an Irish immigrant, he is a very proud recipient of the President’s Gold Medal for Volunteer Service for the work he does with job seekers. He is an in-demand keynote speaker, facilitator, author, consultant, award winning humorist and master of ceremonies to associations, corporations and healthcare.Conor's mission as a motivational, humorous keynote speaker and consultant is to leave his audience and client with*a Smile on the face, *a Spring in the step and *memorable actionable takeaways.He gives clients actionable takeaways to improve employee engagement, the customer / client experience and create a better workplace.Connect with Conor:Website: https://irishmanspeaks.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/irishmanspeaksListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/add-humor-to-your-presentations-w-irishman-speaks/id1614151066?i=1000655695674Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3TKb8IByqjXHuUU0EIDQgBYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q-TpC_a2ycg

What do you need to overcome? Depression? Anxiety? Low self esteem? Self loathing? Childhood trauma?Meet Linda Bjork!Linda's personal mission is to empower people to become their best selves. She is a personal development expert, best-selling author, host of Linda's Corner Podcast, and the founder of Hope for Healing non-profit. The organization's website has free resources to increase happiness, build confidence and self esteem, manage stress, improve relationships, and alleviate depression and anxiety.Linda is also Host of Linda's Corner Podcast where she has amazing guests who inspire listeners to become their best selves. On this episode, Linda shares the childhood trauma she went through, how it created the perception of self she had and eventually overcoming that. Now she helps others do the same.Linda believes that despite what you have been through, you can be the champion of our own story! Connect with Linda:Website: https://hopeforhealingfoundation.orgWebsite: https://lindascornerpodcast.comAdditional Resources:"Crushed: A Journey Through Depression" by Linda Bjork"You Got This" by Linda BjorkPodcast: Linda's CornerListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal-from-trauma-w-linda-bjork/id1614151066?i=1000655446700Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3wAmMDw880UkS9TFAbQu8EYouTube: https://youtu.be/VvXMHuhfL_k

How do you stand out from the online crowd?Meet Scott Murray!Scott specizalises in content strategies designed to create contrast in crowded spaces and connections with modern audiences. He helps B2C and B2B content stand out using innovating frameworks and communication strategies.So many wonder why they create content but most of it hardly connects with anyone. If your content looks exactly the same as millions of others', it's a no-brainer. Scott is here to help you determine why no matter how often you post, it just does not connect with audiences.Scott is also the co-author of "The Most Amazing Marketing Book Ever" - a bestseller championed by Mark Schaefer with 30 other global marketing experts.Key Points:- how to capture people's attention- creating meaningful connection- what do content consumers prefer?- how to humanize communication online- where businesses go wrong in their marketing strategies- standing out in the world of templates- how to truly engage your audiences- the STAMP Framework for content creation...and so much more!Connect with Scott:Website: https://scottmurrayonline.comAdditional Resources:"The Most Amazing Marketing Book Ever" by Mark Schaefer and Friends on AmazonListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/content-creation-for-connection-w-scott-murray/id1614151066?i=1000655271902Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5fmPSzXiYmU60IcFiGWuvhYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ePLaOH3lvN0

How do you become a powerful public speaker?Meet Barbara H. Smith!Barbara is an Award Winning Celebrity Speaker, Trainer and Coach. She helps B2Bs take presentations from Boring to Bravo. She is also the TV Host of Empowering YOU!The Barbara H. Smith training company helps CEO’s, managers, and entrepreneurs overcome the fear of public speaking, propelling them forward to confidently stand up, stand out, engage their audiences, and tell their stories to clients, prospects, and customers.An author, international speaker, entrepreneur, coach, actor, and business strategist - her speaker development training events have expanded to include a TV show, The Empowering You Show which streams every week on the IBMTV network, POD.TV on Roku and broadcasts live and on demand to over 200 countries. Her bestselling book titled "Speak, Coach, Train! Strategies to Discover Your Passion", is a self-help book that engages, inspires, and empowers readers to level up their careers and lives. With more than 20 years’ technology experience and training, her claim to fame is executive coaching, helping countless business leaders transform. Empowering others to level up their communications, presentations, and themselves.Key Points:- how to engage your audience- overcoming fear and nerves before speaking- what to do before the speaking event- how to overcome stuttering- pacing and other strategies to elevate your speaking- how to redirect your message if the audience is not on board...and so much more!Connect with Barbara:Website: https://barbarahsmith.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bh-smith/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFrBa0XB8sx9iGO9PL8A42QListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review on Apple & Spotify:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/become-a-powerful-public-speaker-w-barbara-h-smith/id1614151066?i=1000654969319Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1BaeRBTvVpr97P9OCcegN1YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F-LAmrCrlms&t=354s

Are you in a toxic relationship with a narcissist?Meet Shannon Petrovich!Shannon helps women heal from narcissistic and other toxic relationships so they can release the hurt and pain, regain their strength and clarity, help their children heal, and choose a better partner in the future.When Shannon was in her late teens, she had an abusive boyfriend and it took her a couple of years to see it for what it was and get free. She has been a therapist for over 35 years, specializing in helping people deal with and heal from toxic relationships. In 2018 she started a YouTube channel - Therapist Talks to help people from all over the world who have no access to therapy. With a growing focus on narcissistic and other toxic relationships, the channel grew to over 25k subscribers with over 1.5 million views. In 2022 Shannon published the book, "Out of the FOG Into the CLEAR; Journaling to Help You Heal from Toxic Relationships" which earned Amazon Best-seller status in Codependency, Self-help for Abuse, and Personal Transformation.Now she's bringing her education, expertise, and experience together to offer information, strategies, support, and encouragement to help people overcome their toxic relationships, and make a better future for themselves and their families.Connect with Shannon:Website: https://www.healfromtoxicrelationships.comWebsite: https://www.nofoggydays.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-petrovich-lcsw-lisac-bcd-658a317b/Additional Resources:"Out of the Fog into the Clear: Journaling to Help You Heal From Toxic Relationships" by Shannon Petrovich on AmazonListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal-from-toxic-relationships-w-shannon-petrovich/id1614151066?i=1000654687498Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1ByxDJbMmCaMuJNXmw75oLYouTube: https://youtu.be/5kt1bCGp8VE

How can you use podcasting to grow your business?Meet Karen Roberts!Karen, a fitness industry veteran turned podcast mogul, launched "A Coffee with Karen" after helping coaches transition online. Recognizing a common need, she created the Raising Vibrations Podcast Network in 2021. Now a top 1% global podcaster, Karen, with partner Evans Putman, offers Podcast Profit School, coaching, and post-production services for impactful storytelling and business success.As a podcaster, she has found this to be the most fun way to build my business. She has met the most amazing people doing amazing things within their communities. One piece of content broken down into difeerent mediums to share on SM to grow her list and drive sales.Key Points:- why podcasting is less nerve-wrecking than public speaking- how to show up as your authentic self- how to connect with global audiences- communicating about your business and how it helps others- why clients are drawn to your business- how podcasting helps you with messaging...and so much more!Connect with Karen:Website: https://podcastprofitsunleashed.comListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-for-your-business-w-karen-roberts/id1614151066?i=1000654435957Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4uvtlku2HZ0Pdu0xXaiLhnYouTube: https://youtu.be/-k37KWY4kOs

How do you become a High-Impact Public Speaker?Meet Steve Lowell!Steve Lowell is an award-winning, global speaker and for over 30 years he has been training and mentoring executives, thought-leaders and professional speakers around the world. He’s the 2021 President of the Global Speakers Federation (GSF) and the past national President of the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers (CAPS).Steve has been involved with the Dale Carnegie training program for a few years, working in sales and soaking it all in, taking every single course they offered and learning, learning, learning. He started the coaching, and is able to pull out of you a story that you have been carrying around your whole life. Your work deserves to be known and appreciated and you deserve to be well paid for it. The stage (either live or virtual) is THE platform to reliably scale your impact AND your revenue.Steve has authored 3 bestselling books, including "From Stage Fright to Spotlight" and "Emerge" with Brian Tracy. This book will help you to create a healthy liberating sense of confidence as you develop powerful speaking and presentation skills. With Steve’s techniques and strategies laid out in this book, you will be able to:•deliver high-impact keynote speeches•drive revenue and build wealth through your speaking engagements•transform your belief systems and the way you speak in public•feel empowered and energized when public speaking.Key Points:- the true role of a speaker: it's not what you think!- why stage fright is your secret weapon- the art of storytelling: making your audience feel seen- the misunderstood concept of audience engagement- the 3 principles of language every speaker must master- gain the skills you need to rock the stage...and so much more!Connect:Website: https://stevelowell.comAdditional Resources:FREE E-book: From Stage Fright To Spotlight by Steve LowellGrab all 3 of Steve's books from https://stevelowell.com/store/ or AmazonListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/become-a-high-impact-public-speaker-w-steve-lowell/id1614151066?i=1000654176715Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5sOomfOsFeDgv6JM2wfv7TYouTube: https://youtu.be/gXydCdyxxBM

How can a conversation be productive for all parties involved?Meet Joel Silverstone!Joel is the Founder of TFR: This Feels Right, Trainer, Coach, Speaker and Podcast Host. Toronto, Canada. He brings 25 years of global experience, supporting Fortune 500 companies and thousands of participants.Joel is on a mission to empower leaders and sales teams with communication skills. He believes in ensuring high stakes conversations feel right. He does this through helping leaders and teams to communicate effectively, supercharging their abilties to manage high-stakes conversations.For 25 years, globally, he has supported thousands with effective communication skill techniques, emotional and social intelligence strategies with a dash of acting/improv tips that unlock the potential of communication, collaboration, and motivation.When organizations work with him, they know that he thrives to lead engaging and interactive sessions based on Learn, Laugh, and Do! Let's learn it, practice it, have some fun, and feel confident applying these skills in your world.Key Points:- communication skills that lead to collaboration and connection- unlock sales interactions that influence customers- motivating feedback skills for managers and leaders- navigate difficult conversations towards mutual respect- easily deliver impactful presentations- strategies for having productive conversations...and so much more! Joel also hosts a podcast titled TFH: This Feels Right, that is focused on a communication skills and leadership. Connect with Joel:Website: https://thisfeelsright.caListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-have-productive-conversations-w-joel-silverstone/id1614151066?i=1000653943798Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/21BdIfO35N401qtmEb0jaZYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T_CT7GQ2gn8

How can leaders take care of their team members?Meet Bindu Chowritmootoo!Bindu is an ICF Certified Professional Coach, C-Suite Leader and Published Author. She has helped over 200 businesses reach their performance and leadership goals. Her work includes employee retreats, leadership workshops, women's conferences, motivational speaking and networking. Her professional goal is to positively influence the mindset of driven leaders, sales team members and aspiring entrepreneurs.Bindu recently published her bestseller, "Flip the Switch; Unleash Your Leadership Potential". Her craft is sharing her personal story, her unmatched energy combined with her passion and motivation is what makes her a speaker in high demand. Most organizations have never experienced the way Bindu can improve a culture by how she moves people emotionally, inspires them to believe bigger, empowers change and motivates them to action.Listen as Bindu shares:- how leaders can take care of their people- why productivity increases when prioritizing their well-being- the 60:40 Rule of Leadership and why it's crucial for success- mentorship and who you surround yourself with- foster a servant leadership mindset to inspire and retain your team- the importance of your circle of influence on personal and professional growth- the transformative power of "flipping the switch" to a go-getter attitude...and so much more!Connect with Bindu:Website: https://www.manifestwithbindu.comListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/take-care-of-your-people-w-bindu-chowritmootoo/id1614151066?i=1000653701749Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4YccIBmGXUV5pLnak7ANb7YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=209bZ5KYd3Q

How do leaders communicative effectively in combat vs corporate?Meet Clint Rusch!Clint is a Leader, Innovator, Team-Builder and Problem-Solver. He is passionate about helping his teams achieve breakthrough success, often in areas they didn't realize were possible. He helps transform process, leadership, and capability in a relentless pursuit of excellence.Clint is invigorated every day by the opportunity to his team become more than they ever thought they could, and to transform organizational process, culture, and leadership in the relentless pursuit of client, stakeholder, and community excellence. He grew up in Minnesota, where he learned the value of hard work, the importance of socially responsible community service, and the true meaning of the word ‘winter.’ The events of 9/11 changed Clint's life, as he left the University of Wisconsin and joined the Army, where he had the distinct honor to serve alongside some of the greatest men he has ever known. After taking off the uniform, he spent time in operations, finance, consulting, and executive leadership, working in settings as diverse as supply chain, aviation, healthcare, mining, hospitality, government, nonprofits, retail, technology, and utilities.In this episode, Clint helps us not only understand effective communication protocol in the military but also the synergies and differences in how that translates into the corporate environment.Key Points:- how to create shared understanding within a team- why soft skills are necessary for success in any industry- transitioning between military and corporate communication norms- the balance between directive and participative leadership styles- effective communication across departments for career advancement- how storytelling and context can inspire and motivate team members-how stories help communicate ideas to various audiences...and so much more!Connect with Clint:Website: https://www.clintrusch.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steel14/Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review on Apple & Spotify:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/clear-and-effective-communication-in-the-military-w/id1614151066?i=1000653474735Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2VYzDlVN2kAhwe6mtRtNKwYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AB559sHqiJg

How does executive presence affect leadership performance?Meet Katherine Lazaruk!Katherine is the Founder and President of Lazaruk Consulting Inc. whose mission is gender parity, one leader at a time. She helps leaders and their teams walk the walk, talk the talk and look the part. Katherine focuses on corporate consultation and coaching, virtual professional presence, professional brand development, presentation and communication skills. As a Certified Leadership Coach, Katherine is an expert in getting the issues on the table and helping groups navigate their personal concerns as well as those of the group. She helps high-performing teams leverage their professional presence to solve their relational concerns as a team. She works with high performers, Directors, and Senior Executives who want to make sure their leadership vision is powerfully presented and understood. In this episode, Katherine shares with our listeners the criteria for having executive presence and what it takes to develop it. She has spent nearly 25 years exploring personal growth, self-awareness, and self-acceptance and brings that knowledge to her executive leadership clients. Taking a non-directive coach approach to performance evaluation and management lets companies encourage and motivate their people with radical personal responsibility and ownership, not hierarchical direction.Connect with Katherine:Website: https://lzrkconsulting.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherinelazaruk/Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-develop-executive-presence-w-katherine-lazaruk/id1614151066?i=1000653214593Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7qPoUHONON9CMNgsbq5pXrYouTube: https://youtu.be/AXiRiJ8-x_g

How does emotional intelligence impact leadership?Meet Jay Williams!Jay is a Speaker, Author and Executive Leadership Coach whose mission is to shift your thinking to ask the right questions. With a reputation for exceptionally satisfied clients, Jay helps leaders from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies achieve desired outcomes through his leadership philosophy and methodology. He has significant experience in executive development, sales, process analysis and transformation, client services, and change management.​Jay also has proven expertise in creating alignment among leaders and executives to ensure clarity of values, company culture, strategic priorities, and key business metrics. A student of human behavior and leadership, his track record, consulting, and writing offer a lifetime of insight.​Books:Jay is the author of: This Vs That: Better Thinking, Better Choices, Better Leader and Leave Your Mark: The Thinking, Skills and Behaviors of Influencers. A frequent speaker at industry events, his warm, humorous and sometimes irreverent style engages audiences to shift their thinking. He helps them examine their point of view, eliminate their preconceptions, and start searching for truth instead.​In this episode, Jay shares various strategies on how we can shift our thinking when it comes to conflict resolution, feedback and tough conversations. The skills necessary to make a difference do not require a title—only a shift in thinking, perspective, and behavior. Key Points:- Redefining feedback as a tool for performance improvement- The science behind asking "what" instead of "why"- Transforming tough conversations into productive dialogues- Building a feedback culture that drives organizational success- Emotional Intelligence: The linchpin of empathetic leadership...and so much more!Connect with Jay:Website: https://www.jaywilliamsco.comAdditional Resources:This Vs That: Better Thinking, Better Choices, Better Leader by Jay WilliamsLeave Your Mark: The Thinking, Skills and Behaviors of Influencersby Jay WilliamsListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review on Apple & Spotify:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/emotional-intelligence-in-leadership-w-jay-williams/id1614151066?i=1000652981600Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3maPiDs2qjDi2fIHqQlaqYYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p1Q3GuFu-BM

How transferable are leadership skills obtained from being a Navy SEAL?Meet Marty Strong!Marty is an Entrepreneur, Author, Speaker and Retired Navy SEAL. He is also the CEO of Legacy Care - a Virginia based healthcare company. He has authored 9 novels and 3 business books which are, Be Nimble (2022) Be Visionary (2023), and Be Different (August 2024).Marty has built a distinguished track record of successful business leadership supporting U.S. Government agencies and private corporations. From 2016 to the present, he has built, scaled, and led several companies including a unique healthcare company that's applying innovative methods to deliver superior patient outcomes. He has been a leader and business consultant for decades and guest expert with over 350 appearances on national cable TV and hundreds of radio and Podcast interviews to his credit.In his book, Be Nimble – How the Creative Navy SEAL Mindset Wins on the Battlefield and in Business, Marty's direct and compelling message is focused on not only business, but in truth, its leadership tenets are agnostic as to industry, marketplace, private, or public setting. The book is a personal conversation between a high-performance business leader and professionals searching for actionable insights that deliver results. Connect with Marty:Website: https://martystrongbenimble.comBe Nimble book by Marty Strong on AmazonListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/leadership-lessons-from-a-navy-seal-w-marty-strong/id1614151066?i=1000652752909Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1YVbAi0kGjATtJ3KItLTrRYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I7rL4xjW9I0

Have you found yourself thinking, “Leadership would be easy if it weren’t for the people”? Meet Summer Jelinek! Louisiana native Summer is a Keynote Speaker, Author and Workshop Trainer who helps organizations control their chaos. She is a lifelong pursuer of influence. She has always been fascinated with leaders who could work with and through their teams and drive results through influence. Summer started studying the strategies and styles of leaders who drive real results and that’s when she started to see patterns that changed the way she viewed leadership altogether. She realized that success as a leader was built on purpose, igniting action and inspiring teams. Now, as a consultant and leadership education specialist, Summer has the pleasure of sharing the lessons from great leaders and finding the magic that reshapes businesses for the better. Derived from Summer Jelinek’s experience working as a leader with companies such as the Walt Disney Company, H-E-B, ski resorts and even a dude ranch, "Unlocking the Magic of Leadership" will open you to the Magic of Leadership, an easy to implement model that shows how you can take very specific steps to create and maintain a high performing culture where you and your employees not only survive, but thrive. Connect with Summer:Website: https://summerjelinek.com Additional Resources:"Unlocking The Magic Of Leadership" by Summer Jelinek on AmazonFREE 1st Chapter of the Book: on https://www.unlockingthemagicofleadership.com/myfListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-magic-of-leadership-w-summer-jelinek/id1614151066?i=1000652498236Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7GaadR68NuECbEFYUbN7WHYouTube: https://youtu.be/5YP9og4bR6k

How do leaders effectively implement the strategy of the organization?Meet Julian Chapman!Julian is the President of Forrest & Company, a Leadership Expert and Author of the bestseller, "The Managerial Leadership Journey". His organization helps create great places to work that achieve the strategy of the organization. They do this by helping clients to articulate their Strategy, define the structure to deliver that Strategy, and then develop the leaders to enable the achievement of the Strategy.Julian has over 3 decades of experience engaging teams and organizations, from small groups to thousands of employees, building their leadership capability. His leadership knowledge is augmented by his 30+ year "second" career as a member of the Canadian Armed Forces from which he retired in 2014 at the rank of Brigadier-General. Known as a pioneer of thinking in the workplace, Julian helps teams solve problems through effective thinking. His thoughts on leadership, organizational development, and accountability have been published in HR Reporter Magazine, CPA Bottom Line Newspaper, and HR Professional magazine.(00:00) Every employee should give their manager their best advice(02:37) This month we have a special leadership series where every guest will be a leader(04:22) Leadership training is one of the key things that the military teaches(08:02) Communication 101 seems to have been lost out there in our world today(13:37) Managerial leadership brings together both management and leadership(15:19) Managerial leadership is a profession unto itself(18:25) The book is about managerial leadership journey and unconventional business pursuit(20:21) Delegation is one of the biggest challenges for most leaders(26:16) The problems in organizations are not the employees, it's management(29:21) Every employee should be accountable for giving their manager their best advice(34:30) Professional managerial leader has to get really good at communicationConnect with Julian:Website: https://www.forrestandco.comBuy the book: https://www.managerialleadershipjourney.comListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/effective-leadership-strategies-w-julian-chapman/id1614151066?i=1000652277528Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5rfro2fsqXdJGHuJbMM0eAYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CfleeddYW2Y

How do you fix a toxic work culture?Meet Kyle McDowell!Kyle McDowell is a former corporate executive of 3 Fortune 10 firms turned bestselling Author, Speaker, and Leadership expert.From a tiny cubicle to leading 10s of 1000s of employees at some of the biggest companies in the world, to embarking on his life’s mission: cultivating and inspiring a world of WE-oriented leaders. Kyle is committed to ridding the corporate world of its toxic ways. He asserts that “The only way to build a Culture of Excellence is to Begin With WE. There is no substitution for conspicuously stating and then aligning on the principles that fuel the organization. The result of this alignment is a team with an unshakable bond and resolve to embrace (and conquer) the biggest challenges in business.”In a world where individualism often takes center stage, Kyle McDowell brings a refreshing and transformative approach to leadership and corporate culture. On this episode, we delve into the power of 'WE' with Kyle, a visionary who's reshaping the way we think about teamwork and organizational success.Kyle's 10 WE's framework is not just a set of principles; it's a movement!Key Points:- from apathy to a principle-based leader- being a champion for authenticity and transparency- principles that foster trust, innovation, and unparalleled results- igniting a desire to lead with purpose- the real-life impact of the 10 WEs- turning from boss to inspiring leader- turning toxic work environments into cultures of excellence- the undeniable link between principled leadership and business success...and so much more!📋 Episode Chapters(00:00) Speaking and communicating podcast aims to help you improve your communication skills(01:32) Kyle McDowell is widely known for transforming bosses into leaders using the 10 WEs framework(03:47) You talk about shifting from principle-based leadership to service-based leadership(09:21) Kyle: It turned even the financial results around at one company(10:55) Kyle talks about 10 principles that can help organizations succeed(16:32) We measure ourselves by outcomes, not activity(20:14) There are two schools of thought on the details. Details are what separates good from average(25:53) No leader should expect to have all the answers, Roberta(29:43) Steve Kerr says Michael Jordan's leadership made him a better player(36:13) When you want to drive a big transformation, it's challenging(40:05) Kyle: Thank you very much for having me on. I appreciate your kind words(40:21) Roberta: Kyle, thank you for being on the speaking on communicating podcastConnect with Kyle:Website: https://kylemcdowellinc.com- Social Media: @kylemcdowellinc- Book available on Amazon, Target, Barnes & Noble, and as an audiobook narrated by Kyle himself.Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-fix-a-toxic-work-environment-w-kyle-mcdowell/id1614151066?i=1000652039541Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/632LtphtjPOH98UhsObr8lYouTube: https://youtu.be/4x5FfZkIcgw

What benefit comes from leaders developing empathy?Meet Dr. Stevie Dawn Carter!Dr. Stevie is the CEO of Empathix, Adjunct Professor, Keynote Speaker and Bestselling Author! Organizations hire her to inspire and empower their people to become Emotionally Intelligent Communicators. As a professional speaker and trainer, she supports groups that are looking to put impactful communication and whole-human awareness at the top of their to-do list. With over 20 years of teaching and training experience, she creates presentations that are relevant, funny, and immediately applicable to every day life.When not traveling around the country speaking on a stage, Dr. Stevie spends her time focused on growing The Fleetwood Project, a non-profit theater company started by her family in Mansfield, Texas.📋 Episode Chapters(00:00) This is why all my relationships fail. Because I was going through a divorce at the time(00:14) Speaking and communicating podcast aims to help you improve your communication skills(01:20) Dr Carter is the CEO of Empathix, a corporate trainer(02:12) Empathix trains corporations on how to build emotional intelligence into their culture(03:12) You're on stage you must really love the stage. Yes, it is my favorite place to be(08:57) I think all leaders have some sort of servant, right(10:39) Empathix focuses on emotional intelligence and empathy(11:58) Steven Miller studied leadership and studying emotional intelligence for his PhD(18:10) Let's assess how this is impacting our life, then make changes(18:49) Everything in this world is built on relationships, from our personal life to work(21:56) Every problem in every organization is built somewhere on bad relationships(26:19) Doing a pulse check before your interactions can help you be more emotionally intelligent(32:03) Communication is key when dealing with difficult conversations(32:51) When we talk about empathy and leadership skills, we are not saying business comes first(34:43) Building good relationships is so important when you're a leader(39:11) People who struggle at work tend to also be struggling at home(41:39) Last words for leaders who feel unprepared, um, for their new leadership roles(44:52) Thank you for joining us on the speaking on communicating podcastConnect with Dr. Stevie:Website: https://empathix.netLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drsteviedawncarter/Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review on Apple & Spotify:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-lead-with-empathy-w-dr-stevie-dawn-carter/id1614151066?i=1000651791497Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Q1D1bgvNnMwZo7hrjpxR0YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZsAfi--zJM&t=242s

How do top-performing leaders differentiate themselves from the rest?Meet Dr. Carlos Davidovich!Dr. Davidovich is an Executive Coach, Neuromanagement Expert, Speaker, Author and International TEDx Speaker. He has extensive experience supporting the development of leaders and management teams alike on an international scale. Raised and educated in Argentina, he has been living and working between Europe, USA and Canada for over 20 years, where he has become an Executive Coach giving workshops and lectures on Neuromanagement, applying neuroscience in organizations and businesses. Currently, he resides in Madrid working with clients from all sorts of cultures around the world. Dr. Davidovich is originally trained as a medical doctor and draws on this medical background and understanding of the brain to apply Neuromanagement coaching modalities that lead to evident and sustainable change for his clients. He is a professor of Neuromanagement in the MBA programs at the University of New York in Prague, Czech Republic, and at GEA in Ljubljana, Slovenia; a guest lecturer for the Masters in Leadership program at the Lang School of Business and Economics at the University of Guelph, and a thought leader with the Institute of Coaching at McLean Hospital, a Harvard Medical School affiliate. Dr. Davidovich helps his leader clients with high pressure, high conflict and high stress environments in this VUCA world.Key Points:- neuromanagement intersecting with neuroscience- how leadership needs to understand the 5 brains- building capacity in each of the control centers- how humans operate, interrelate and react to change- leadership communication vs team understanding- communicating for the other person, not for yourself...and so much more!He is the author of the bestseller, Five Brain Leadership where he walks you through the latest breakthroughs in the burgeoning fields of neuroscience, epigenetics, and cognitive behavior to help you better understand your multilayered, magical mind, and how to work with it instead of against it in leading your team and building relationships.📋 Episode Chapters(00:00) Communication and leadership are crucial for your career growth and leadership development(01:11) Carlos Davidovich talks to Roberta about the five brain leadership(01:46) Nuromanagement is a blending of business and neuroscience(03:54) One of your goals is to help companies build great relationships(11:32) Roberta: The human brain is quite complex in communication(16:57) Intuition is a different process. Sometimes people call it the gut feeling(19:19) The most successful leaders are those able to listen and to decode properly intuition(26:47) With a positive emotion, the rational brain works the best(29:10) Being in the present is the most productive way of being(32:07) Most successful leaders higher up in organizations use intuition, you say(33:10) Today we talk about the AQ, or adaptability quotientConnect with Dr. Davidovich:Website: https://www.carlosdavidovich.com/en/home-eng/Five Brain Leadership by Dr. Carlos Davidovich on AmazonListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/communication-skills-for-leadership-success-w-dr-carlos/id1614151066?i=1000651563553Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5flZoQHwdrb7JgacOJK3m4YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mcy5RwEBWXI

How do you show up authentically as a leader?Meet Sabine Gedeon!Sabine is an Author, Speaker, Certified Coach and Consultant who guides professionals and entrepreneurs in transforming in leadership and in life. She also hosts the "She Leads Now" Podcast. Sabine is on a mission to ignite, empower, and equip leaders to fully step into their leadership identity, power, and ability, with Tools, Programs, and Coaching so you can create fulfillment in your life, career, and business.If you are ready to embrace growth and transform into the powerful leader you are destined to become, listen to Sabine for various takeaways in this conversation. She brings together human-centered principles and tech-driven solutions, crafting programs tailored to tackle your specific leadership challenges.Key Points:- how to boost your confidence in a leadership role- preparing yourself to lead authentically- how entrepreneurs can make a bigger impact- switching careers when at the top of your game- making transitions as an emerging leader or executive- how to have confidence, influence and impact...and so much more!--📋 Episode Chapters(00:00) Communication and leadership are crucial for your career growth and leadership development(01:24) Sabine Gedeon is an author, speaker, career and leadership strategist(01:52) Welcome. So tell us a little bit about your career(06:18) When you went to study the masters, you realized entrepreneurship wasn't for you(10:25) Let's talk about the leadership aspect. We talk about leaders on this podcast(15:02) There are more women in leadership now than there have been before(23:20) You're no longer selecting values because authenticity sounds great or integrity sounds great(23:46) Once we get to who are you, what are your values(28:15) Roberta: Sabine Gedeon, welcome to the show. Thank you so much for having me(29:09) Speaking on communicating podcast focuses on improving your communication skills---Connect with Sabine:Website: https://sabinegedeon.comAdditional Resources:The Journey to Becoming by Sabine Gedeon on AmazonListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/leading-with-vulnerability-and-authenticity-w/id1614151066?i=1000651322535Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ZbWeMXoAZLBZkmy99MfB3YouTube: https://youtu.be/hXz2iaVhq2w

How can leaders be the best part of their team's day?Meet Dr. David L. Schreiner, Ph.D.Dr. David is President / CEO at Katherine Shaw Bethea Hospital since 2011, Author of the best selling “Be The Best Part Of Their Day." He is on a mission to maximize your communication effectiveness to those who matter most. As a renowned expert on the topic, David has helped numerous executives enhance their communication skills and leadership abilities. He has written a book titled “Be The Best Part Of Their Day: Using Values-Based Leadership to Supercharge Your Communication” that is available to order. Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dr. David L. Schreiner, Ph.D., CEO of a hospital, freshly minted Ph.D. holder, author, and esteemed leadership expert. We delve into the profound insights from Dr. Schreiner's book, "Be the Best Part of Their Day," where he embodies the principles of leading with a listening ear and a heart for service.Discover the transformational power of being present over merely doing, and how this shift in approach can be the key to unlocking greater value within your team. Learn how Dr. Schreiner's journey from an x-ray tech to a respected CEO was fueled not just by competence, but by the genuine connections and respect fostered with those around him. His 2022 dissertation, titled "What CEO Practices Help Rural Hospitals Engage Constituents in Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, and Ambiguous Times?" has been presented to leadership groups from all industries across the United States as well as in Canada and Ireland. With 30+ years of healthcare experience and having served on national boards with a particular emphasis on strengthening rural hospitals.Uncover the 10 to 5 rule that's reshaping the culture at KSB Hospital, fostering a sense of community and kindness that's palpable upon entry. Hear firsthand how a focus on appreciative inquiry, engagement, and transparent crisis management can lead to sustainable solutions and a trusted leadership style.Embrace the philosophy of ubuntu — "I am because you are" — and understand why it's not just technical prowess that leads to career advancement, but the ability to relate to others on a human level. Dr. Schreiner's approach to leadership isn't about having all the answers but about asking the right questions and acknowledging the humanity in each interaction.Tune in to learn how you can apply these transformative leadership strategies in your own life, both professionally and personally. And remember to visit drdavidschreiner.com to connect with Dr. Schreiner, explore his work, and contribute to the KSB Hospital foundation through his book sales and speaking engagements.Connect with Dr. David:Website: https://drdavidschreiner.com📋 Episode Chapters(00:00) By being more than doing, I could be of more value to the people that I work with(00:18) Communication and soft skills are crucial for career growth and leadership development(01:29) Roberta welcomes David L. Schreiner to the show(02:18) Dr. David L. Schreiner is the president and CEO of Katherine Shaw Bethea Hospital(03:23) Roberta: I think a person has to have competence at the job(06:02) Roberta: You say you had to learn that you don't know everything(08:26) You had a complaint from a patient about how they received itemized billing(10:58) You talk about the ten to five rule that you have at KSB hospital(15:00) You spoke of someone who was applying for a director position at KSB hospital(18:01) You have three supercharged communication principles in your new book(19:35) Roberta: What is appreciative inquiry? Roberta: It's inquiry(20:54) We always talk about engagement in this podcast, and there are so many different perspectives(22:06) David: I visit every department of our hospital every quarter(24:35) Let's talk about crisis management during the pandemic(27:01) David: Roberta, thank you so much for sharing your wisdom(27:42) David Schreiner donating portion of book proceeds to KSB hospital foundation(28:56) Speaking on communicating podcast focuses on improving your communication skillsConnect with Dr. David:Website: https://drdavidschreiner.comAdditional Resources:Be The Best Part Of Their Day by Dr. David L. Schreiner, Ph.D. on AmazonListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/empathy-over-authority-listening-and-respect-in/id1614151066?i=1000651097840Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4AYy1GU4sZt7xqcKZ7jEW0YouTube: https://youtu.be/Zo6an33hXXw

Are you ready to untangle the knots of your unconscious and harness the power of your intuition?Meet Dr. Laura Graye!Dr. Laura Graye is a cutting-edge innovator and researcher in the burgeoning field of vibrational medicine. Her gentle heart and boundless energy guides clients from life-limiting beliefs and experiences to a healthier and more purposeful sense of being by utilizing her powerful intuitive capabilities, her knowledge of human anatomy, physiology and neuropsychology, and her comprehension of the quantum human experience.In a riveting conversation that intertwines metaphysics with the art of communication, Dr. Laura Graye, a medical intuitive and metaphysician, joins us on the show. With her unique blend of medical expertise and metaphysical insight, Dr. Graye unravels the complexities of how our inner communication shapes our reality and destiny.Dive deep into the quantum human experience as Dr. Graye reveals the transformative power of our triggers, the pathways to intuitive wisdom, and the profound impact of our subconscious self-talk. Discover how to realign with your highest health and embrace your true path.📋 Episode Chapters(00:00) Robert Ndlela: Our triggers are the most powerful communicators(00:48) Doctor Laura Graye is a medical intuitive and a metaphysician(04:38) From 8 to 33, you had less collagen, so you had health issues(09:07) When you help clients with anxiety, do you go back to science(11:58) How do we communicate with ourselves on a daily basis?(18:16) Triggers are the things that give us the flag to know what we need(23:35) There are four pathways of intuition running through our bodies(27:56) When we think about shame, does it lower our vibration and sometimes lead to medical issues(32:20) Paying attention to your triggers is the most healing psychology(38:20) Why do people get triggered by good things, like a happy couple(44:37) Speaking on communicating podcast focuses on improving your communication skillsConnect with Dr. Laura:Website: https://www.lauragraye.comWebsite: https://www.medigraytion.comAdditional Resources:The Four Agreementshttps://www.miguelruiz.com/the-four-agreementsThe Five Agreementshttps://www.miguelruiz.com/the-five-agreementsBrene Brownhttps://brenebrown.com/Marianne Williamsonhttps://marianne.com/Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-heal-your-triggers-w-dr-laura-graye/id1614151066?i=1000650862793Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5jmcSKytaPCKaePGA3525BYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0k4Ko6YnXNY

How do you craft a compelling story?Meet Filmmaker James Patrick O'Malley!Dive into the art of storytelling with James!In an industry where every frame and word counts, James, a seasoned filmmaker and communications expert, shares his invaluable insights on crafting compelling narratives, whether it's for a major motion picture, an advertisement, or a crucial presentation. With over 30 years of experience, he discusses the intricate dance between decision-making and communication and how being exceptional in your role, no matter the capacity, is a form of leadership that can inspire and transcend expectations.James explores the power of the first take, the importance of relevance in storytelling, and how true salesmanship is akin to telling a story that resonates and solves problems. This episode is a masterclass for professionals aiming to elevate their communication skills and for anyone who understands the profound impact of a well-told story.Connect with James Patrick O'Malley:LinkedIn: James Patrick O'MalleyCompany: https://carnavalpictures.net📋 Episode Chapters(00:00) Speaking and communicating podcast is a great way to improve your communication skills(00:47) James is a communications expert and filmmaker(03:57) Communication is about decision making, says film director David Zuckerman(11:10) The definition of leadership is finding the flow of an issue(15:31) There are two different ways to tell a story in advertising and marketing(25:32) Some directors believe the best expression is going to occur in the first take(27:13) It depends on the actor. For me, there have been actors that get better(29:11) Every day is storytelling, right? Everything we do is storytelling(31:28) James is the communications expert behind Carnaval PicturesListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/storytelling-strategies-from-a-filmmaker-w-james/id1614151066?i=1000650635410Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0Rq0fZdB9MK4PKnNsmziwLYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qF8daAqYtHw

How do you recover after losing everything?Meet Michael W. Allison!Michael is the CEO & Founder of The Adversity Academy and shares his powerful story of overcoming so much in his life, including being shot, having his friend killed right in front of him and 2 divorces under his belt.Discover the power of resilience and transformation with Michael W. Allison on the Speaking and Communicating Podcast!In this deeply moving episode, we welcome Michael W. Allison, military veteran, author, podcast host, and founder of The Adversity Academy. Michael's life story is a testament to the human spirit's capacity to overcome. From the hardships of childhood to the traumas of war, he has faced challenges that would break many. Yet, Michael's journey is one of remarkable courage and profound change.Join us as Michael shares his personal experiences with adversity, including the loss of a best friend in combat, battling PTSD, and coming back from the brink of suicide. His candid conversation with host Roberta Angela sheds light on the transformative power of self-discovery, personal development, and the importance of community support.By the end of this episode, you'll learn about Michael's 3 D's—decisions, direction, and destination—that guide his work at The Adversity Academy. Discover how to align your life's path, gain clarity, and create a blueprint for overcoming obstacles and achieving personal growth.Connect with Michael and explore his resources:- Personal Website: https://www.michaelwallison.com- The Adversity Academy: https://www.theadversityacademy.com- Free Resources: https://www.breakthebottle.org/resource-list📋 Episode Chapters(00:00) This podcast focuses on improving your speaking and communicating skills(00:44) Michael W. Allison is a military veteran and entrepreneur(02:21) When you talk about adversity and founding the adversity academy, are you open about it(07:50) You write about traumatic events in your book. One thing I've noticed is not emotional(11:15) What decision did you make that led you to creating the adversity academy(13:05) You mentioned identity shift earlier, how do you feel about yourself now(14:00) When you go through adversity, do you feel unseen(17:19) You talk about personal development and getting your life back on track(20:58) Roberta says you have to reevaluate what you surround yourself with(24:14) Michael Bennett's podcast combines personal development and business development(25:38) Michael W. Allison shares his overcoming adversity story on the podcast(27:14) Speaking and communicating podcast focuses on improving communication skills for professionals and individualsConnect with Michael:Website: https://michaelwallison.comWebsite: https://theadversityacademy.comFree Resources: https://www.breakthebottle.org/resource-listAdditional Resources:Netflixhttps://www.netflix.com/Rush Universityhttps://www.rushu.rush.edu/Emory Hospitalhttps://www.emoryhealthcare.org/Break the Bottlehttp://www.breakthebottle.org/Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ovecome-adversity-w-michael-w-allison/id1614151066?i=1000650393869Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/63ri7gDteWt4ODAY6AGyEGYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ou-fPH6cU8c

Ready to turn your speaking blunders into stand-up success?Meet Leanne Linsky!Leanne, the founder of Plausible and a seasoned comedian, joins us from Seattle to share her unique insights on how humor can transform our public speaking and communication skills. With a background that spans from the corporate world to the comedy stage, Leanne reveals the secrets to captivating an audience, handling unexpected heckles, and crafting a presentation that's as memorable as a well-delivered punchline.Connect with Leanne:Website: https://plauzzable.comSocials: Instagram, Twitter, Facebook @PlauzzableTune in to this laughter-filled episode and discover how to infuse wit into your words, the art of the comedic pause, and why storytelling is your secret weapon for engagement. Whether you're a nervous novice or a seasoned speaker, Leanne's strategies will help you embrace the spotlight with confidence and a grin.📋 Episode Chapters(00:00) This podcast is about improving your speaking and communicating skills(00:51) Leanne Linsky is a comedian and entrepreneur from Seattle(01:41) You started out in business but now do all your comedy online(05:23) Right now, if you want to earn money for your performing,(06:09) When you're telling jokes, there's usually this pause(11:44) Speaking of engagement, you engage your audience in the sense that they know something else(16:04) Crowd work takes practice, but Steve Martin perfected it brilliantly(23:08) Practice, practice, practice. Certain comedians have their sayings or their things(23:44) You should structure your jokes such that you don't forget(29:38) Another key factor that can influence your audience response is what was happening before presentation(33:03) Leanne, any last words for presentations and public speakingConnect with Leanne:Website: https://leannelinsky.comListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/using-humor-in-presentations-w-leanne-linsky/id1614151066?i=1000650131921Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3yUoEe4NfWleAX9WqPB6OpYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kwzt4ctXJQ

Elevate Your Executive Presence and Secure That Coveted Board Seat...Meet Debra Boggs!Are you an accomplished executive eyeing a seat at the boardroom table? In this compelling episode of the Speaking and Communicating Podcast, host Roberta Ndlela sits down with Debra Boggs, a luminary in executive career growth and member of the Forbes Business Council. Debra shares her expertise on the nuanced differences between C-suite leadership and board advisement, offering a masterclass on how to pivot your resume and personal brand from an action-oriented doer to a strategic influencer.Discover the secrets to networking your way into the boardroom, where a staggering 85% of opportunities are secured. Learn how to craft a resume that speaks volumes about your high-level impact, and why a finely-honed value proposition can set you apart in a sea of highly qualified candidates. Debra also delves into the art of negotiation, revealing that even the most attractive offers have room for improvement, and why you should always counter, especially when it comes to protective severance agreements.For those with aspirations to join a board, Debra demystifies the process, highlighting the importance of global experience, financial acumen, and cybersecurity knowledge in today's market. Plus, she shares her personal journey to the Forbes Business Council, underscoring the power of networking and the significance of having champions in your corner.Don't miss this episode's wealth of strategies for executives and board hopefuls alike.#ExecutivePresence #Boardroom #CareerGrowth #ForbesBusinessCouncil #SpeakingAndCommunicatingPodcast📋 Episode Chapters(00:00) Communication and soft skills are crucial for career growth and leadership development(00:43) Debra Boggs is an expert in executive career growth(01:51) Debra founded and now runs DNS, executive career management(02:49) You started writing resumes as a passion project that turned into a business(04:20) You've taken a passion project and a side hustle and turned it into full time(05:09) What does a resume look like for an executive versus a regular professional(08:55) Many people start their resumes out with 25 years of experience in finance(09:36) Only about 15% of corporate board seats are filled through recruiters(12:35) The Spencer Stewart board index looks at the newest board members for public companies(15:14) Let's talk about negotiating your salary, our favorite topic(17:35) Is a board seat something you can negotiate or can't(19:04) Your membership on the Forbes business council is very recent(20:38) The first thing is to focus on networking and not applying online(22:55) You should be very specific with your value proposition when applying for executive positions(24:37) Any last words for anyone who needs to network enough for hopefully securing a board seat(25:51) Debra Boggs on LinkedIn: I post a ton of content(26:30) Thank you for joining us on the speaking on Communicating podcastConnect with Debra:Website: https://www.dscareermanagement.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debraboggs/Additional Resources:Forbes Business Councilhttps://www.forbes.com/business-council/Spencer Stewart Board Indexhttps://www.spencerstuart.com/research-and-insight/spencer-stuart-board-indexListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-apply-for-a-board-of-directors-seat-w-debra-boggs/id1614151066?i=1000649867179Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ghERBDoJZ3sNbEXspt3sJYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J9aNDq7lbXY

Why do you feel tired and struggle to emotionally regulate?Meet Dr. Rebecca Jackson!Dive deep into the intricacies of the human brain with Dr. Rebecca Jackson, a seasoned brain health expert with over 15 years as Chief Program Officer at Brain Balance. In this eye-opening episode of the Speaking and Communicating Podcast, Host Roberta Ndlela engages with Dr. Jackson in a conversation that promises to reshape your understanding of attention, cognition, and emotional well-being. Discover how today's technology-driven lifestyle impacts our brain's development and learn practical strategies for enhancing emotional regulation—not through behavior tactics, but by maturing the brain itself.Uncover the surprising effects of physical movement on brain function and find out why a tired brain leads to negativity. Gain insights into the challenges of ADHD, the power of sustained attention, and the profound influence of sensory input on our mood and emotions. Whether you're a concerned parent, a professional battling stress, or simply seeking to optimize your brain's potential, this episode is a goldmine of actionable advice and uplifting solutions.Don't miss the chance to transform your approach to brain health and emotional regulation. Visit brainbalance.com for more information, and find Dr. Jackson's wisdom on Instagram @DrRebeccaJackson. Plus, explore her latest book, "Back on Track," available on Amazon and other major book retailers.Tune in, subscribe, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Share with us how the insights from this episode have impacted your communication skills and overall well-being. Keep the conversation going, and let's continue to get communicating!#BrainHealth #EmotionalRegulation #AttentionSpan #ADHD #BrainBalance #SpeakingAndCommunicatingPodcast---📋 Episode Chapters(00:00) This podcast focuses on improving your communication skills both professionally and personally(00:47) Roberta welcomes Dr. Rebecca Jackson to talk about brain balance(01:23) How effectively our brain is functioning impacts how we feel and communicate(02:17) Does today's dynamic of kids being more in tech affect their brain function(11:12) Hyperfocus on a task that's delivering a reward fatigues the brain(13:33) The reality is our brain isn't good at multitasking(17:06) We need to strengthen networks and pathways in our brain that support sustained attention(21:52) Brain balance focuses on helping children with ADHD develop brain development(26:08) A lot of professional listeners suffer from stress, burnout and anxiety(32:31) Your book focuses on why kids and adults are struggling more now(34:56) Dr. Rebecca Jackson shares tips on speaking and communicating on Brain Balance podcastConnect with Dr. Jackson:Website: https://www.brainbalancecenters.comListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brain-health-to-enhance-your-performance-w-dr-rebecca/id1614151066?i=1000649588309Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0RlbiHjlsZaBls3F1DGiuEYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f76JRb_RZA0