Speaking and Communicating Podcast

Why do non-English speakers feel the pressure to speak perfectly? How does this affect access to professional opportunities?Meet Heather Hansen!Heather is a Corporate Training Specialist, the Founder and Managing Director of Global Speech Academy. She helps top global leaders show up, speak up, and inspire action in a changing world. She is on a mission to unmute leaders and teams so they can be more innovative, inclusive and efficient while adapting to modern challenges. Though originally from San Francisco, she has lived in Singapore and Denmark for more than 2 decades. Heather is the author of the recently published book, “Unmuted”. It highlights the complexities of professional communication due to remote work and thereby finding ourselves muted. Those are moments when we don’t speak up and our ideas aren’t getting the credit they deserve. Through the unique ‘Unmuted’ framework, Heather provides practical strategies that will bring confidence and clarity to every aspect of your career.Key Points:- accent bias and the impact of colonialism- what is ‘eloquence’ and ‘perfect English’?- is leadership ability based on English proficiency?- how to overcome unconscious bias in diverse workplaces- the global privilege that comes with being born American- all the talent we lose when others are on mute- other factors that impact our communication- how to be inclusive in diverse settingsConnect with Heather:Website: https://heatherhansen.comWebsite: https://globalspeechacademy.com for Corporate TrainingLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hansenheather/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/heatherhansenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/heather.hansen/?hl=enAdditional Resources:“Unmuted” by Heather Hanson on AmazonTEDx - How to Speak Bad English Perfectly https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9dum2Z4B3jsListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-speak-bad-english-perfectly-w-heather-hansen/id1614151066?i=1000628547942Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4EOoTNp41SP3MgxrZSKx8gYouTube: https://youtu.be/gpx60oRgQBM

What makes a company a great place to work? How do you create that type of company culture?Meet Orin Davis!Dr. Orin Davis is a Computational Neuroscientist-turned Human Resources Consultant. He is a Self-Actualization Engineer at Quality of Life Lab and makes workplaces best places to work and people to do and be their best. He is the first person to graduate with a Ph.D. in Positive Psychology.Orin's research is on flow, creativity, hypnosis, and mentoring. In addition to being the principal investigator of the Quality of Life Laboratory and the Chief Science Officer of Self Spark, he is a startup advisor who helps early-stage companies enhance their value propositions, pitches, culture, and human capital. Davis also serves as a science advisor at Happify and Happy Brain Science and is an adjunct professor of business, psychology, entrepreneurship, and creativity. He writes and speaks avidly about human capital, creativity and innovation, and positive psychology.Key Points:- why we innately want to contribute- changing mindsets vs changing the environment- the different ways in which we are motivated to work- does the leader speak first or last?- how thought leadership gathers and spreads ideas- the meaning of ‘quality of life’- hiring criteria vs performance management criteria- why lead from the core values- what is the ‘wizard track’ in talent management?…and so much more!Connect with Orin:Website: http://qllab.orgListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-create-the-best-workplace-w-dr-orin-davis/id1614151066?i=1000628228287Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7lEQ3UYTsJ6TqCv3baD48pYouTube: https://youtu.be/deCOhlKJyPYConnect with me:Email: [email protected]

What is 'executive functioning'?Meet Karen Dudek-Brannan, Ph.D.Karen is a Professional Development and Product Specialist, SLP, and founder/CEO of Dr. Karen, LLC, a company focused on empowering therapists and educators to design interventions that support language, literacy, and executive functioning. She develops engaging professional development and products that help school teams work together to get better results.Karen has a doctorate in Special Education and also a Director of Special Education credential. She finished her B.S. in 2002 and her M.S. in 2004 in Speech Pathology from Illinois State University. She also has a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association, a license to practice in the State of Illinois from the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation and a Professional Educator’s License from the Illinois State Board of Education with endorsements for Speech Language Pathology and Director of Special Education.Karen hosts the De Facto Leaders Podcast, where she shares up-to-date evidence-based practices, her own experiences, and guest interviews designed to help pediatric therapists, educators, and aspiring school leaders design services that support social, emotional, and academic growth and set kids up for success in adulthood.Key Points:- what exactly is executive functioning?- situational awareness- how to self-regulate- how teachers can use these tools in the classroom- how to be influential as a leader- how to set children up for success- creative ways to advance your career- social, emotional and academic growth for children- communication and executive functioning...and so much more!Connect with Karen:Website: https://drkarendudekbrannan.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-dudek-brannan/Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/executive-functioning-and-self-regulation-w-karen/id1614151066?i=1000627715710Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1tlASu5HqS4UOl4mJ2DIUcYouTube: https://youtu.be/fHSby9GQ6IIConnect with me:Email: [email protected]

What does celebrating have to do with leadership, communication and teamwork?Meet Joel Zeff!Joel is known as the Tao of TA-DA and has spoken in over 2,500 events.He is also the author of ‘Make the Right ChoiceJoel Zeff creates energy. He is a dynamic speaker, improvisational humorist and author. His interactive performances invite members of the audience to participate in hilarious improvisational exercises that illustrate Joel's central message: That organizations and individuals should CELEBRATE every day successes to increase collaboration, productivity, passion and innovation.Since 1997, Joel has inspired audiences from Wells Fargo to Samsung to KPMG and even the IRS. Yes, the IRS. Joel is a masterful public speaker and a nationally renowned motivator, lifelong humorist and improvisational actor.He started his professional career as a newspaper journalist and PR executive. In 1994, Joel went out on his own as corporate communications specialist. He helped clients with their employee communications, media relations, strategy and customer marketing. Throughout the consulting process, Joel realized his clients – many of them high-level technology and telecommunications firms – were starving for fun, passion and new perspective on finding success.In his book, Make the Right Choice, Joel believes that we always have the opportunity to make the right choice to live a more creative, passionate, and productive life.Key Points:when you follow what you lovewhy an NYU Professor designed improvhow improv makes you a better communicatorhow improv removes fear of public speakingwhy C-suite executives should take improv classeshow audience reactions fuel the speaker even morewhy celebrate big and small achievements alikehow being present improves your listening skillshow to find success during change and disruptiondoes ‘TA-DA’ reduce stress?how to take back control by being sillyusing improv at corporate trainings and eventsrepercussions of a lack of communicationhow to ‘stay in the game’…and so much more!Connect with Joel:Website: https://www.joelzeff.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelzeff/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHHkzviQLQB9wSiQx4zuf0QFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejoelzeff/Additional Resources:“Make the Right Choice” by Joel Zeff on Amazon.Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0OSEJAV3ckY6t3cMm6xGXTApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ta-da-why-celebrating-improves-communication-and-teamwork/id1614151066?i=1000627446975YouTube: https://youtu.be/aENIV57y_PQConnect with me:Email: [email protected]

Why are Australian patients unhappy with Asian healthcare workers? What can be done to bridge this communication and cultural gap?Meet Shweta Ramkumar!Shweta is the CEO & Founder of Healthy Dynamics. She is an experienced Communication coach who helps healthcare professionals from ESL (English as a Second Language) backgrounds improve their communication skills to express themselves authentically, build better relationships & achieve professional excellence. She has a background in both teaching and healthcare.Shweta's current work involves supporting healthcare professionals in clinical roles who's first language isn't English improve their professional and social communication skills in English in order for them to form better connections and relationships with their patients and colleagues; to earn better credibility, value recognition and respect in the workplace. She also equips them with the tools and skills needed to relocate abroad as expatriates and help them integrate socially in their home(s) away from home. Listen as Shweta and I debate the cultural misunderstandings and misinterpretations and what can be done to overcome those.Key Pointswhat exactly is professionalism in healthcare?why Australian patients constantly change healthcare professionalsmedical gaslightingbuilding rapport with patientshaving patients feel seen, heard and validatedmedical professionals biashow developing communication and soft skills leads to career progressiontips for non-English professionals to understand the local culture morehealth professionals and the personal bias patients experience from them...and so much more!Connect with Shweta:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shweta-ramkumar-b4906515/?originalSubdomain=auWebsite: https://thehealthydynamics.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/shwetaramkumarYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@9tinkleAdditional Resources:FREE Personality Quiz: https://thehealthydynamics.com/quiz/Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/asian-healthcare-workers-vs-australian-patients-w-shweta/id1614151066?i=1000626935082Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1343aV7wmss78iF4pvmbYxYouTube: https://youtu.be/kXdgXvjwcrkConnect with me:Email: [email protected]

How do you get started on public speaking? What opportunities come your way if you develop this skill?Meet Liam Sandford!Liam is the author of ‘Effortless Public Speaking’ and Founder of Creators Unwind. His mission is to help people become stress-free speakers.Liam wrote wrote ‘Effortless Public Speaking’ with his co-host of the Public Speaking Space, Derek Moore. The book details his journey of how he overcame the fear of public speaking. Live Twitter Spaces have been instrumental in contributing the ideas in this book. The opportunities that come from creating online have been incredible for him.Key Points:- how to get your public speaking reps in daily- how to use daily ‘nano speeches’ to put together a presentation- “confidence is success remembered”- 2 most important things to focus on when public speaking- questioning the horror movie in your mind when imagining speaking in public- why you should not fear judgment- how Liam uses Live Twitter spaces for public speaking practice- why public speaking practice cannot be a quick fix or hack- what to do if you dislike speaking in front of people- how to tell stories with impact...and so much more!Connect with Liam:Website: https://liamsandford.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-sandford/?originalSubdomain=ukTwitter: https://twitter.com/liamsandford?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorAdditional Resources:‘Effortless Public Speaking’ by Liam Sandford and Derek Moore on AmazonListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/effortless-public-speaking-w-liam-sandford/id1614151066?i=1000626694235Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3HXiijT1Gyb8IKgUMi5NqoYouTube: https://youtu.be/0YPORWSHc-UConnect with me:Email: [email protected]

What exactly is a native English speaker? What biases are formed due to this term?Meet Christine Mullaney!Christine is a TEDx Speaker, Podcast Host of Connected Communications, a Public Speaking and Presentations Coach. She started Speech and Drama classes when she was 7 and trained in the Classification of Speech. She has had the incredible opportunity of working globally in over 20 companies, on 5 continents. For more than 15 years, she worked in a variety of sales management, teaching and training roles with some of the highest ranked English language and Speech & Drama colleges in Ireland, co-founding ELT Ireland along the way. Christine's mission now is to help her clients transform their first language skills and experience into influential International English. She loves helping high achievers double and treble their opportunities for promotion with the power of strategic communication - whether you’re new to cross-cultural communication or just want to step up your boardroom game. She also helps her clients become phenomenal presenters and her goal is to see to it that the term "native English speaker" is abolished! She plans on launching a panel discussion on languages, accents and bias in the near future.Christine also hosts the Connected Communication Podcast, where she explores how much of communication is nature and how much is nurture.Listen as Christine shares her clients' experiences, the biases formed by English speakers and how these mindsets can shift.Key Points:- different biases created by the term “native English speaker”- how to have inclusive communication- how the rhythm of speech affects brain priming- moving parts of your mouth differently changes your enunciation- challenges faced by those who work in English-speaking companies- advantages of being bilingual in this global economy- Language proficiency vs Communication competency- tips and strategies for persuasion during a sales pitch- audience analysis with the SCARF Assessment- appealing to emotion vs appealing to reason- how to emotionally self-regulate- the 4 pillars of awareness- the distance bias challenges in hybrid environments- is it necessary to get rid of your accent?...and so much more!Connect with Christine:Website: https://www.languagecouragecoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinemullaney/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connected_communication/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ConnectedCommunicationPodTwitter: https://twitter.com/ChristineMullaPodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/id/podcast/connected-communication/id1678060305Additional Resources:FREE 5 Golden Rules of Articulation on Christine’s websiteThe SEEDS model of bias by the NeuroLeadership Institute (https://neuroleadership.com/your-brain-at-work/seeds-model-biases-affect-decision-making/)Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/abolish-the-term-native-english-speaker-w-christine/id1614151066?i=1000626177566Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7hxDum9HnmNWhRCOoCuglLYouTube: https://youtu.be/v3Vxh_Tp0-wConnect with me:Email: [email protected]

What role do communication skills play in workplace culture?Meet Rachel Radway!Rachel Radway is a certified professional coach, mentor and consultant who helps leaders improve their communication, interpersonal and cultural skills so they and their organizations can thrive through change. She is the CEO & Founder or RER Coaching where she coaches employees and leaders on communication skills.Passionate about the connection between leadership development, empathy, and organizational culture and effectiveness, she helps companies set both experienced and emerging leaders up for success. She believes strongly that leadership isn’t about your title but the way you work with others to make things happen — and that leadership coaching increases impact and supports positive change in both personal and professional lives and relationships.Rachel thrives on change. She’s lived in 9 countries, 8 states, and countless cities and towns in the US, and traveled extensively internationally. These experiences made her realize the importance of communication skills. She’s had several careers and a range of roles in tech startups, global Fortune 500s, and national nonprofits in a range of industries, and a few small businesses of her own. A common thread has been helping people communicate across functions and cultures.Key Points:- how Rachel was surrounded by multiple languages as a child- how living abroad taught Rachel cultural diversity- how leaders can deal with diverse, global teams in this age of Zoom- the role of empathy when leading a global team- understanding others’ communication styles- how diverse voices increase productivity and efficiency- how to create psychological safety in your team - leader or not- how to actively include introverted team members in meetings- various virtual collaboration tools to have everyone contributing- self-advocacy tools and communicating effectively- the meaning of 2-way communication...and so much more!Connect with Rachel:Website: https://www.rercoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reradway/Additional Resources:FREE call with Rachel: https://calendly.com/reradway/50-minute-chat?month=2023-08Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2vShdumtjiHX3MREXUOFcQApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/communication-and-organizational-culture-w-rachel-radway/id1614151066?i=1000625916843YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZqeTJDA-fGs

Are you suffering from people pleasing? Does people pleasing make others or you happy?Meet Martin Salama!Martin specializes in uplifting people frustrated in their life quickly shift their mindset to UNCOVER their greatness so they can manifest their true potential. His mission is to help you transform your mindset to one of abundance, discover your warrior within and boost your self-esteem, so you manifest your full potential and attract all the opportunities the world has to offer.Martin has over 40 years of being a serial entrepreneur and owner of multiple businesses, having over a decade as a certified professional business coach, being the creator and host of multiple entrepreneur summits, a radio host, and a bestselling author of multiple books to help YOU become a confident warrior in your L.I.F.E.! He is the Architect of The W.A.R.R.I.O.R.’s Life Code, which helps you live in abundance and make the world the magical place you want to live in, so you can Live Incredibly Full Everyday!Martin became a people pleaser when his brother passed away at age 5. He started to do everything he could make his parents happy, in order to help them deal with their grief. As a result, he made up "Rational Lies" (Rationalize) in his mind. This means finding all the reasons to justify abandoning your values.Listen as Martin shares his experiences and how people pleasing led to various life choices that he had to reevaluate:Key Points:- why you can’t do enough to people please- how control issues create worry- how worrying holds you back- how to avoid being a nuclear reactor- “making your partner happy” vs “making sure they are not unhappy”- self-aware vs self-conscious- how coaching made Martin face his demons- are you motivated by the need to have others love you?- how having aligned values leads to deeper connections- feelings vs emotions - How to clearly name your feelings- practical tools to deal with anger- how to live incredibly full everyday...and so much more!Connect with Martin:Website: https://connectwithmartin.comWebsite: https://www.thewarriorslifecode.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-salama-cpc-eli-mp/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/martin.salama.7Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarriorslifecode/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/martin_salama?lang=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MartinSalamaAdditional Resources:“Recovering from Divorce” by Martin Salam (Amazon)QR Code in the bookFREE Gift: https://thewarriorslifecode.com/7secretsadult-pg1-optin-6404Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-stop-being-a-people-pleaser-w-martin-salama/id1614151066?i=1000625367654Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7scITJcqPuREgyh2pGgAFaYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sBeRVfC4c90Connect with me:Email: [email protected]

Why are stories important in business? How do stories help leaders connect with their teams?Meet Soundari Mukherjea!Soundari Mukherjea, MBA is the CEO & Founder of Soundbytes who helpsleaders and teams drive business outcomes, build a personal brand and be more human at work. She is also an Organisational Consultant and a Business Storytelling Coach.Soundari has worked in the areas of finance, operations, banking, and entrepreneurship in Hong Kong, the Middle East, and India. With over 30 years’ experience between Unilever, ANZ, her firm TSol, and in her new avatar Soundbytes11, she has an insider’s view on the challenges that organisations and teams face and this drives her passion while working on consulting and capability building projects.Business Storytelling is important in helping leaders connect at a human level with their teams. The purpose of stories is not to persuade but try to understand another perspective. Soundari asserts that stories are like migrants, they travel well. Listen as Soundari shares many corporate stories that indicate to us the following:- people don’t chase dreams, they chase identities- how employees perceive organizational missions and visions- why when leaders talk about change, it doesn’t connect with their employees- why Spotify’s Matthew Ogle reintroduced a bug on weekly recommendations- how to make presentations that are memorable- how to ensure retention when presenting data- how John Deere used stories to save over $1 billion gloves Procurement inefficiencies- different tools to excel in storytelling and data presentation skills- how stories connect with difference audience members for different reasons- how Donald Dell negotiated for the late Arthur Ashe- what Marcus Elliott taught us about change management- the synergy of multi-generational talents and expertise together in the workplace...and so much more!Connect with Soundari:Website: https://soundbytes11.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/soundari-mukherjea/?originalSubdomain=hkAdditional Resources:Lift As I Climb: An Immigrant’s Journey Through Corporate America by Jackie Glenn: https://www.amazon.com/Lift-Climb-Immigrant-Journey-Corporate-ebook/dp/B07QX3WMK4/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1JWFTM85PVJ1B&keywords=lift+as+i+climb&qid=1692612070&s=audible&sprefix=lift+as+%2Caudible%2C74&sr=1-1Never Make the First Offer by Donald Dell: https://www.amazon.com/Never-Make-First-Offer-Dealmaker/dp/B002VGERGE/ref=sr_1_1?crid=8VERGAT4KY8&keywords=donald+dell&qid=1692612011&s=audible&sprefix=donald+dell%2Caudible%2C111&sr=1-1The Fuzzy and the Techie by Scott Hartley: https://www.amazon.com/The-Fuzzy-and-Techie-audiobook/dp/B06XXG5ZVT/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2JITRB1U7SFTG&keywords=scott+hartley&qid=1692611943&sprefix=scott+hartley%2Caps%2C705&sr=8-1Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-importance-of-storytelling-in-business-w/id1614151066?i=1000625115557Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3QWwcn3nz8UYqtbrzRBjQKYouTube: https://youtu.be/NK08gP-CaqUConnect with me:Email: [email protected]

Did you know that you were born with the neurological system to speak perfectly?What is wrong with the coaching methodologies that are used to help with public speaking?Meet Danny Slomoff!Danny is a Psychologist and the speaking coach for the Ski and Snowboard Olympic Team. He studied the neurology behind Public Speaking and coached executives on public speaking and presentation skills. During his more than 35 years of executive leadership and communication coaching, Danny has worked with all levels of an organization: C-Suite executives to middle management. He specializes in bio-tech, high-tech, financial and professional services and has coached Peak Performers including Olympic athletes, dancers, and musicians. His clients strive to attain the "edge" and keep it. They share relentless desire to achieve and be on the top of their game -- always.Danny has held positions as Distinguished Faculty with Speakeasy Communications Inc. and VP Human Capital, Bio-Logical Capital LLC and began his career as both a clinical and an organizational psychologist.Listen as Danny shares years of research regarding the neurological basis of speaking. His bestselling book, "The Myth of Public Speaking" demystifies many of the goals of business communication. This ground-breaking book offers stories from recognized executives in every industry, plus intriguing scientific research on talking, processing and retention. You will also grasp that success in business communication is how your teams, colleagues and customers process and retain what you say.Key Points:- Why public speaking techniques don’t work- How to be your rich, interesting self when public speaking- What Danny found to be wrong with the coaching methodology- The neurological system for talking that we are born with- Why focusing on errors creates more speaking anxiety- “Eye contact” vs “Mind contact”- How you can truly learn “Executive Presence”- How to use a Talk Show format to make your presentation more engaging- How 1-on-1 conversations are a parallel to public speaking- Best practices to make Powerpoint Slides compelling- The first profound processing system in our brain- Storytelling using pattern recognition techniques...and so much more!Connect with Danny:Website: https://www.slomoffgroup.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danny-slomoff-phd-7aa97b3/Additional Resources:"The Myth of Public Speaking" by Danny Slomoff: https://www.amazon.com/Myth-Public-Speaking-Revolutionary-Communicating-ebook/dp/B0BSSCCF4T?ref_=ast_author_mpbListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-myth-of-public-speaking-w-danny-slomoff/id1614151066?i=1000624638758Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7L15JM56xybqoGprl9SdT5YouTube: https://youtu.be/7IRA8B3lIjY

Are you tired of monotonous and unengaging presentations?Meet David Doerrier!David is on a mission to empower brilliant minds to deliver captivating presentations that engage and don't overwhelm their audience. He is a Public Speaker and Facilitator. His motto is "Talking and telling ain't training or selling". David is also a retired Air Force Veteran.David shares techniques and strategies to wow, inspire, and connect like never before! He helps you make your voice heard and your message engaging and unforgettable. He grew up shy not wanting to speak. With a radio broadcasting and acting background, he later had the Air Force ask him to be an Instructor. This led to a 30-year career in Training and Development. As a result of that assignment, he had to learn to deal with anxiety over standing in front of people.Listen as David takes me through each of the 8 principles and demonstrates how to engage and captivate your audience.Key Points:- why being nervous and anxious about speaking is normal- how to work through the anxiety and nerves- how Toastmasters helped David overcome imposter syndrome in his leadership abilities- why you should make peace with making mistakes- various strategies to engage your audience- "Telling students" vs "Facilitating their learning"- what makes a training stick- why being a Facilitator is like a workout- how to ask questions the right way to engage your audience...and so much more!Fun Fact: David is a Professional Santa!Connect with David:Website: https://www.presentyourwaytosuccess.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daviddoerrier/Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-give-a-killer-presentation-w-david-doerrier/id1614151066?i=1000624377886Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/64L8czJgwPLwwXop8uCEMoYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yMfGxfYLMxUConnect with me:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roberta-ndlela-93774121/Email: [email protected]

What differentiates good leaders from great ones? What is the mark of an authentic and influential leader?Meet Ian Hatton!Ian is a Conscious Leadership Expert, an International Keynote Speaker and Creator of Lead Like Morpheus and Morpheus Genius. He is the Owner at Totally Morpheus and helps leaders establish the culture for the impact and legacy they desire. His international audiences and clients know him best for authentic leadership with heart. Over the past 2 decades, he has trained and coached thousands of leaders from over 80 countries in effective, authentic and conscious leadership. In 2022, the Professional Speakers Association of Southern Africa inducted him into the Southern African Educators’ Hall of Fame for this work. Driven by innovation, Ian curated a successful IT career – that saw him in a senior marketing leadership role at Microsoft South Africa. In 2002, his fascination with people and leadership led him to reinvent himself as a facilitator, speaker, and writer, resulting in grooming thousands of business leaders in over 80 countries.An expert in authentic connection, Ian’s unique style assists people to understand, influence, and succeed beyond just the numbers. As the creator of Morpheus Genius and Lead Like Morpheus, Ian is a leading authority on living and influencing from your truest self. He’s an influence and conscious leadership expert. Also known as Morpheus, he empowers personal mastery by tapping into authentic essence.📋 Episode Chapters(00:00) This podcast is about people and communication skills(01:02) Welcome to the show, and please tell us a little bit about yourself(03:20) One of the biggest mistakes I made in leadership was inauthentic leadership(06:36) One of the key motivators is autonomy. People need a level of autonomy(13:13) Trust is multifaceted and even situational. There's three main components to trust(16:30) Trust is one of the factors that is underestimated in terms of productivity and engagement(19:13) What is the difference between training and transformation? Wow, what a beautiful question(24:24) Tony Robbins says he speaks best when he connects with his audience(30:40) And that, you know, kind of brings me to transformation, training to versus transformation(33:45) Ian says entrepreneurs should create an environment that focuses on conscious leadership(35:38) Even if you're not looking to manage people, leadership is influenceConnect with Ian:Website: https://totallymorpheus.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianhatton/?originalSubdomain=zaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/totallymorpheus/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4Ov1IJ_f78X7jIYZAO8KKQAdditional Resources:Leadership EGG (Essence Growth Gap) Quiz: https://totallymorpheus.com/egg/FREE Sign-up for the monthly Intelligence Updates: https://totallymorpheus.com/intelligence-updates/Listen to the Podcast, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-great-leaders-inspire-and-influence-w-ian-hatton/id1614151066?i=1000623903109Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/183r4jtR1Ap0M3uoAkELG7YouTube: https://youtu.be/YmqL9vNUuIk

What do elite leaders do that the rest do not? Are you leading at the top of your game?Meet Karan Ferrell-Rhodes!Karan is a Leadership & Organizational Strategist, a CEO supporting strategic People, Learning, Author, Executive/Leadership Coach and Founder and CEO of Shockingly Different Leadership (SDL). She believes that the most important job of a Chief Human Resources is to be an orchestrator of talent.Shockingly Different Leadership is a leading professional services firm who is changing the way HR-functions scale up during peak period of work! Their 260+ global member team provides consulting expertise and project support in the areas of Talent Development, Organizational Development, and Human Resources – on an on-demand, contract, or flexible basis. They are changing the way all types of businesses and HR functions scale up their teams during business-critical or peak periods of project-based work. SDL is also an ally in co-creating and developing people and culture initiatives that enable workforces to do their best work. They believe in inspiring and empowering individuals and teams to lead at the top of their game in the organizations in which they serve.Karan is also a speaker and futurist on the topic of "Scaling & Optimizing Workforces". She conducts research, watches trends, and curates best practices in order to better understand emerging signals in the world of work. Her most requested speaking topics are:- Organisation & Leader Effectiveness- Managing Blended Workforces- Current Megatrends in the World of Work.Karan authored "Lead At The Top Of Your Game: How To Deliver Compelling Influence, Drive Differentiating Value and Build an Impeccable Leadership Brand" based on a decade-long scientific research on what makes elite leaders be global experts in their game. She researched over 10,000 global, high-potential leaders on how they rose to the top of their profession or industry.Karan also hosts the "Lead At The Top Of Your Game Podcast" to help you become the strongest leaders you can possibly be and what other lead.On this episode, Karan details the findings of 10-years worth of research on what makes elite leaders thrive.Key Points: - the top 7 traits of exceptional leaders from scientific research- how to optimize your workforce- how to blend workforces effectively- what makes leaders successful- how to effectively manage global workforces- how to source the best talent for your team- being a future-forward leader- how to become the strongest leader you can possibly be- transforming your key strengths into differentiators...and so much more!Connect with Karan:Website: https://www.shockinglydifferent.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karanrhodes/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lead-at-the-top-of-your-game/id1571498056Listen to the Podcast, subscribe and leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lead-at-the-top-of-your-game-w-karan-ferrell-rhodes/id1614151066?i=1000623661815Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/38wlDHgIwBkni76KZZNgu1YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yhr4OPe01icAdditional Resources:"Lead At The Top Of Your Game: How To Deliver Compelling Influence, Drive Differentiating Value and Build an Impeccable Leadership Brand" by Karan Ferrell-Rhodes: https://www.amazon.com/Lead-Top-Your-Game-Differentiating/dp/1631839101

What are the risks involved when we communicate? What do we fear the most about communicating? What can you do in order to overcome the challenges faced when communicating?Meet Michelle Gladieux!Michelle holds Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Psychology and Industrial Technology from Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN where she began her study of human behavior at work. She continues to research and teach organizational psychology topics daily, helping people choose meaningful, actionable goals. She has 18 years of graduate and undergraduate teaching experience at three universities in her home state of Indiana. Through the years, the Gladieux Consulting team has grown to include Visual Designers, Research Associates, Process Improvement, and Project Management professionals. This team loves what they do, and it shows. They focus on leadership and communication topics, strategic planning facilitation, and building creative tools that yield personal and professional development. They consistently earn positive word-of-mouth that keeps clients loyal and new teams calling.On this episode, Michelle walks us through her book, "Communicate With Courage: Taking Risks To Address The Four Hidden Challenges" and the "pro moves" we can make, in order to overcome those communication challenges.Connect with Michelle:Website: https://gladieuxconsulting.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellegladieux/Listen to the Podcast, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/communicate-with-courage-w-michelle-gladieux/id1614151066?i=1000623163230Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3nsZgAzm1MOdeC30IOAx1dYouTube: https://youtu.be/OqcqTsn28f8

How do find your authentic speaking voice? How can you speak with confidence, authority and presence? Meet Anouska Taylor!Anouska is an Executive Voice Coach who helps professionals reclaim their powerful voice so they can make a bigger impact, inspire, persuade & influence in their business or career. She is also a Jungian Life Coach and incorporates those principles when helping her clients reclaim their natural, authentic and powerful voices. She combines both Jungian psychology (within a coaching model) with the technical, functional and paralinguistic aspects of voice production. This allows for exploring the voice in a much deeper and more profound way, to allow for a greater transformation. Only then is the voice open, primed and ready to reach its fullest expression.On this episode, Anouska explains why so many of us have not had the chance to give our voice full expression and what we can do to overcome that.Connect with Anouska:Website: https://anouska-taylor.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anouska-taylor/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anouskavocals/?hl=enYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMt8vqOnNkpMQ1jSB2tSeigAdditional Resources:Voice Preparation Guide: https://mailchi.mp/54e685b46f3b/prepare-your-voice-pdf-2023Leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/find-your-authentic-speaking-voice-w-anouska-taylor/id1614151066?i=1000622920738Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6gwmyzhU7TYZGoQLqqnjtyYouTube: https://youtu.be/qOrHf7snpjM

Why do we speak in public? What is the purpose of delivering those messages?Meet Kelly Charles-Collins!Kelly is a former attorney who practiced law for 29 years. She is a Keynote Speaker, Corporate Trainer, Author, Mentor and is on a mission to create inclusive cultures where every person & every voice matters.Kelly believes that conversations change things and that open hearts, change minds; one convo at a time. However, too often, managers and employees lack the skills to effectively listen, communicate, and ultimately lead - which is bad for business.Kelly works with organizations looking to cultivate safe, inclusive, and accountable cultures where every person & every voice matters. She also works with experts to position them to land corporate training contracts. As a speaker and trainer, she shows up and show out delivering engaging, enlightening, practical, and actionable programs that activate, shift, and transform.As a trial attorney, Kelly honed her ability to analyze and synthesize information, actively listen, formulate and ask the right questions, and communicate effectively with people of all cultural and socio-economic levels. Her commitment to respect, equity, accountability, and women's empowerment guides her as she leverages her “Un”factor - the analytical skills of a seasoned lawyer and the heart of an advocate for change. As a skilled speaker, attorney, trainer, arbitrator, and mediator, she delivers solutions that activate, shift, and transform.Listen as Kelly walks us through her journey of how the legal profession prepared her for a career in public speaking.Key Points:- Reverse-engineering your message for clarity and impact- The importance of understanding your audience- Techniques to overcome the fear of public speaking- The distinction between preparing and memorizing a speech- Strategies for ensuring lasting change post-corporate training- Navigating unconscious bias and the bystander effect- Tips for leaders on handling tough conversations effectively...and so much more!📋 Episode Chapters(00:00) This podcast focuses on improving your communication skills both professionally and personally(01:02) Eric Girard is your leadership coach and host of Unlocked podcast(01:52) Steve Girard focuses on helping new managers make transition from individual contributors to people managers(02:34) When you were in Silicon Valley, you were doing the management development(06:48) When talking about coaching and feedback, do leaders think in the managers they coach(13:06) Your book is called lead like a pro, the essential guide for new managers(14:14) As a new manager, you need to build your empathy muscles(17:23) The second piece is about making a mindful transition from individual contributor to manager(19:42) Should you get a mentor within the organization you're in or somebody external(25:41) This podcast is all about new managers and how to help them(27:32) Eric Girard offers advice to new managers on how to deal with difficult situations(28:47) The speaking and communicating podcast is part of the b podcast networkConnect with Kelly:Website: https://kellycharlescollins.comWebsite: www.oppspeakerplaybook.comWebsite: www.getknownandpaid.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellycharlescollins/TEDx Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/kelly_charles_collins_the_bystander_effect_why_some_people_act_and_others_don_tListen to the Podcast, leave a rating and a review on:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/why-public-speaking-is-important-w-kelly-charles-collins/id1614151066?i=1000622381978Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2SDrPif9KTDLG5gqpK1m97YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-5PnpnqYU1Q

Why are so many qualified professionals struggling to land their dream job? How do you stand out from every other applicant?Meet Josef Stetter!Josef is a Recruiter/Headhunter Extraordinaire, also known as the Resume Whisperer and Job Market Advisor. He has worked with small to global clients and has helped over 11,000 people land dream jobs. Josef understands the job market very well, while connecting people to their purpose and identifying the right opportunities -- whether advertised on a job board or knowing what's going on inside the hidden job market. Over his professional life, he changed careers 9 times and had a multitude of jobs so he understands your frustration when it comes to proving your transferable skills. As a career coach and job market advisor for two decades, he has written several books on the subject and continues to support people with valuable resources and tools.Josef's bestselling book, "Congratulations You Are Hired" is the ultimate resource guide to help anyone in any industry find a job they love. The book offers links to all sites to find work, links to employment agencies/recruiters, custom resumes, cover letters, thank you letters, most interview questions that are not pure technical and how to answer any interview question with the 7 rules to a WOW interview that GUARANTEES results!Listen as Josef walks you through how you can land your dream job and higher salary offers in only 2 days!Connect with Josef:Website: https://josefstetter.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josefstetter/?originalSubdomain=caLeave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/land-your-dream-job-in-2-days-w-josef-stetter/id1614151066?i=1000622122042Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3fMxqZzmEhIM8nL90Q7YuFYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PO4Nqhr_-14

Do people find you credible based on your online presence? How can you increase your credibility?Meet Mitchell Levy!Global Credibility Expert Mitchell Levy is a 2x TEDx speaker (including the 28th most popular in 2021), an international bestselling author of over 60 books, a Certified Stakeholder Centered Coach, and an executive coach at Marshall Goldsmith’s 100 Coaches. Credibility is a key ingredient for success. Understanding key credibility metrics give you an idea of where you sit today vs. what’s possible.As an Executive Coach, Mitchell is a sounding board, a thinking partner, and someone who can hold the mirror for personal change. This impact has earned him a place among the world’s Top 200 Leadership Voices by LeadersHum (#16 in 2023), and as the #1 Thought Leader in Ecosystems and Top 100 Thought Leader Overall by Thinkers360.He’s an accomplished Entrepreneur who has created 20 businesses in Silicon Valley including 4 publishing companies that have published over 750 books. He’s provided strategic consulting to 100s of companies and has been the chairman of a board of a NASDAQ-listed company.Mitchell provides Highly-customized 1×1 coaching to build credibility in how you show up on and offline. His bestseller "Credibility Nation", enlightens us about credibility's importance and how we can transform ourselves into credible humans. It is a wake-up call, a reminder, and a blueprint for those who want to join the credibility movement.Listen as Mitchell details the key factors that make you credible (or not) when it comes to your online presence.Key Points and Time Stamps:[00:02:41] - How Mitchell became a Global Credibility Expert[00:06:32] - Are you using cookie cutter marketing strategies? What impression does your online presence give?[00:08:26] - What is your CPOP (Customer Point Of Possibilities)? [00:09:23] - What are the values of credibility?[00:12:21] - How do you craft an elevator pitch or your WHY?[00:16:40] - Mitchell’s assessment of my credibility[00:19:56] - Why it is important to have a specific niche[00:21:51] - What pain point do you address or what pleasure point do you deliver?[00:23:06] - How many words is your elevator pitch?[00:24:33] - How the CPOP elicits the “tell me more” response[00:27:25] - How to internalize your CPOP[00:29:18] - The Ultimate Credibility Bootcamp! How credibility affects business growth[00:33:01] - Are you leaving a legacy for today?Connect with Mitchell:Website: https://mitchelllevy.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchelllevy/Additional Resources:FREE pdf e-book of 'Credibility Nation' by Mitchell LevyFREE Credibility AssessmentFREE Microlearning GiftSubscribe to the newsletter: https://mitchelllevy.substack.com/Leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-be-seen-as-credible-w-mitchell-levy/id1614151066?i=1000621624769Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6KabT38CHHPNPRE4tD2MV0YouTube: https://youtu.be/DH0-0zaQuns

Can you train your singing voice so you can be a compelling public speaker?Meet John Henny!John is a leading vocal coach in the music industry, with over 30 years of experience. His techniques help you maintain vocal health, improve overall sound quality, eliminate voice cracks, and extend your range so you express yourself without limitation.John’s students consistently achieve their goals, with some currently performing in touring productions of Jersey Boys, Les Miserables, Movin’ Out, and others landing starring roles in hit movies and TV shows like Desperate Housewives, Hannah Montana, Camp Rock, and Glee. John Henny is also a respected lecturer who has spoken at renowned colleges and institutes like USC, Paul McCartney’s Liverpool Institute of the Arts, and The Academy of Contemporary Music in England. As a seasoned online course creator, he offers an extensive library of training courses catering to singers, speakers, and voice teachers.John had to overcome his own public speaking fears and physical limitations (recently dealing with a vocal tremor). He personally understands the effects having an insecure voice can have on a someone on a professional and social level.Listen as John explains how you can use singing to become a compelling public speaker.Key Points and Time Stamps:[00:02:10] - When you discover the music in your voice[00:03:29] - How does autotune affect music tempo?[00:05:37] - Why do we not like the sound of our own voices?[00:07:01] - Does your voice affect your message when public speaking?[00:08:07] - Which is your natural, organic voice?[00:09:38] - The relationship between confidence and your voice[00:10:55] - Warming up your voice just before speaking in public[00:13:26] - Our impression of a deep voice vs a high-pitch voice[00:15:49] - Breathing techniques for singing vs for public speaking[00:18:11] - Can you hear the smile in someone's voice? Does the voice carry emotion?[00:21:04] - Why pace is so important in public speaking[0023:30] - Letting your body move naturally when public speaking[00:26:45] - How to train your voice for virtual meetings[00:29:04] - How your voice connects you with audiences when public speakingConnect with John:Website: https://johnhenny.com/Website For Speakers: https://www.compellingspeaker.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBolFwy8OpeiJf23eOQMGbwAdditional Resources:FREE E-book "Beginning Singing" by John HenryFREE Compelling Speaker Formula by John HenryFREE Vocal Warmups Course by John HenryLeave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-singing-lessons-can-improve-your-public-speaking/id1614151066?i=1000621377886Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7difPf4O7jEYX53UqUW8dRYouTube: https://youtu.be/9SgR3i4-s6E

Why is it important for sports coaches to communicate effectively? How do leaders in athletic administration become effective?Meet Monique A.J. Smith!Monique is a Leadership Strategist for athletic departments and school organizations who wish to advance. She became an Athletic Director at age 28 and has over 30 years of Athletics Administration experience. A Leadership Strategist for Athletics Departments, Sports Organizations, and Athletics Administrators who wish to Advance in Athletics/Sports Business by way of University workshops and virtual Masterminds (AdvanceAcademy). Monique engages 1.4k members as the host of the weekly podcast , A Chat in the Garden with Monique A. J. Smith, that spotlights the careers of African American Women Athletic Administrators.Listen as Monique shares how her Public Relations studies led her on a path to this career. Her mission is to help leaders in Athletic Administration become successful.Key Points and Time Stamps:[00:05:25] - Ways to demonstrate your leadership skills at work[00:06:53] - What is an Athletics Administrator? Communication skills in sports and coaching[00:08:36] - Self-awareness in leadership. The secret to selling more[00:09:35] - What causes communication breakdowns and difficulties?[00:10:36] - Self-awareness and blind spots[00:12:09] - Tips for leaders to effectively manage conflict[00:14:18] - How to stop making assumptions and communicate effectively[00:15:49] - Strategies to understand how others communicate. Cultural competence in the classroom [00:18:04] - How great leaders can develop and improve emotional intelligence. What role do executive coaches play?[00:19:33] - How delegation demonstrates trust and increase employee engagement[00:21:56] - Why Monique began her podcast “Chat in the Garden” 9 years ago[00:23:30] - How to effectively engage your team instead of getting conformity[00:25:05] - How to be a high-achieving leaderConnect with Monique:Website: https://seedsofempowerment.infoLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/monique-a-j-smith-44a5725/Additional Resources:“Chat in the Garden” Podcast by Monique A.J. Smith“Public Figure Mask” by Monique A.J. Smith“The Four Agreements” by Don Miguel Ruiz“The Leader’s Greatest Return” by John MaxwellLeave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/communication-and-leadership-skills-in-athletic/id1614151066?i=1000620885582Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7kDMFNaRXFvAKePwDW20tNYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qJSl_V0dEAA

Are you still being controlled by your 9-year old self as a leader? How do you permanently change behavior and live your life purpose?Meet Silke Glaab!Silke is an Executive Coach and Coaching Psychologist at BrainBoss Method. Her mission is to help you understand the Psychological Game of Leadership and Greatness. She helps leaders increase their success through mental, emotional and behavioral aspects. With over 15-years practical experience in Counseling and Coaching she is particularly known for her work with Entrepreneurial Growth & Success, Burnout and Stress Management, Ultimate Self-Confidence, Panic & Anxiety issues, Weight Management, and her work with children. teens and parentsWith her unique ground-breaking 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐁𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐝, Silke is able to uncover the deeper roots of thoughts, feelings & behavior AND instantly rewire your brain for success and well-being. She understands that every client is unique, and in order to 𝒕𝒂𝒊𝒍𝒐𝒓 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒃𝒆𝒔𝒕 𝑩𝒓𝒂𝒊𝒏𝑩𝒐𝒔𝒔 𝒑𝒂𝒕𝒉, she draws from a wide range of proven and powerful methods like Hypnosis, Systemic Work, NLP Master Life Coaching, E.M.D.R. and Applied Neuroscience. On this episode, Silke gives us tools to respond rather than to react, the impact of AI on executive coaching and how to handle difficult leaders or people that are close to us.Key Points and Time Stamps:[00:03:20] - What attracts more clients to your coaching practice[00:04:01] - Steps to developing a new habit or behavior. How to stop living on autopilot[00:04:48] - Why is willpower not enough to change?[00:06:18] - The importance of self-awareness to stop living on autopilot[00:08:05] - Tips for adopting new behaviors[00:09:15] - The power of the pause in public speaking. How pauses release behavioral habituation[00:09:55] - How to deal with difficult and toxic people[00:12:30] - How successful people handle toxic people[00:13:18] - Mental health: How to move from all talk and no action[00:14:18] - Great ideas to move more during your work day[00:15:48] - Steps to successful and lasting behavioral change[00:16:32] - How to fix a lack of self-motivation. Do you need a coach / partner despite being an expert in your field?[00:18:05] - Using Artificial Intelligence in leadership development. How executives can avoid leadership traps?[00:21:10] - Can AI be programmed to feel emotions? Why is that risky?[00:23:20] - The difference between feelings and emotions. Can AI simulate human feelings?[00:25:35] - How Silke became part of the Forbes Coaches Council[00:29:06] - What is the Brain Boss Method?Connect with Silke:Website: https://brainboss.ioLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silkeglaab/?originalSubdomain=aeLeave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/understand-the-psychological-game-of-leadership-w/id1614151066?i=1000620529035Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1P0OJWN3nGZjWrSz4YbuptYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TFXN6Z1UCsE

Do you understand your communication style and that of others? How can you increase your level of self-awareness? Meet Steve Gavatorta!Steve is the owner of the Steve Gavatorta Group which specializes in empowering individuals and organizations in identifying, developing, and exceeding performance goals. He has coached and trained 1000s of high performers in industries including pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, healthcare, consumer packaged goods, finance, media, and advertising. From small businesses to Fortune 500 companies, he collaborates with organizations to build foundations, set goals, and eclipse their highest potential. Steve authored the bestselling, ‘In Defense of Adversity - Turning Your Toughest Challenges Into Your Greatest Success’. He is also a Certified Professional Behavioral Analyst (CPBA) and Certified Professional Values Analyst (CPVA), a certified Myers-Briggs practitioner, and accredited to coach and train for Emotional Intelligence (EQ). Listen as Steve takes us through the DISC Assessment and the importance of understanding yourself and others.Key Points and Time Stamps:[00:04:32] - Can you run a successful business with no real world experience?[00:06:03] - Are you building relationships or burning bridges?[00:09:26] - How can training lead to lasting change?[00:13:16] - Self-awareness and emotional intelligence (EQ) in leadership[00:15:37] - Should you always accept that job promotion?[00:18:55] - The DISC Behavioral Assessment[00:22:15] - How to adapt your sales strategy to your customer's needs[00:23:18] - How does DISC help with teamwork and building a powerful team?[00:24:24] - The 4 DISC communication styles - Steve analyzes my DISC results[00:27:13] - How DISC is key to public speaking and making presentations[00:28:02] - Jeffrey Gitomer’s ‘The Sales Bible’ and his authentic public speaking style[00:30:09] - Does Toastmasters help you understand your communication style?[00:32:16] - How does DISC affect brain functionality?[00:33:04] - How do you overcome adversity? What is the impact of participation trophies?Connect with Steve:Website: http://www.gavatorta.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavatorta/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SteveGavatortaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/steve_gavatorta/?hl=enAdditional Resources:FREE e-book copy of “In Defense of Adversity: Turning Your Toughest Challenges Into Your Greatest Success” for listenersFREE Motivational Quotes dailyLeave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/understanding-your-communication-and-leadership-style/id1614151066?i=1000619353137Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/57akPjZkXJoIFJ2Zf65wyeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L7QpQsvQFjw

How do education professionals hone their leadership and communication skills? Is there a platform that can assist them in navigating these challenges?Meet Ross Romano!Ross is CEO of September Strategies LLC, a consulting firm providing education organizations with overall strategic advisement and storytelling support. He also helps founders and leaders on their journey from vision to decision.Ross is an experienced organizational leader and strategic advisor frequently sought after for thought leadership strategy and content development, team and talent evaluation, business development and marketing strategy, and audience-specific messaging platforms. He is a strategic connector who brings together talented people with great ideas to find creative solutions. He frequently writes about human-centered, empathic leadership and leadership principles for company leaders and founders. Ross is the Co-Founder of Be Podcast Network, which is a culmination of various podcasts in one platform. This has been so instrumental for those in the education sector who hope to access resources without having to constantly search for new ideas. The Network is a one-stop shop for EdTech companies and education leaders alike.On this episode, Ross shares how crucial communication and leadership skills are, based on his experiences and the clients that he works with.Key Points and Time Stamps:[00:02:54] - Be Podcast Network and its mission and focus[00:04:43] - The Publicist role in the Communications Department[00:06:00] - The communication dynamic between the organization and the community[00:07:01] - Putting the cart before the horse in the start-up phase of the business[00:08:26] - Why smaller companies need to clearly define their niche[00:09:15] - Creating educational products for all facets of education and educators[00:10:05] - Doing Public Relations work for educational institutions[00:13:07] - Do visionaries who lead companies need a coach for strategic direction?[00:13:34] - Mark Miller, VP of Chick-fil-A High Performance Culture… Author of ‘Culture Rules’[00:14:20] - When leaders are lacking in communication skills[00:15:29] - Why leaders need to clearly articulate the vision and mission of the organization[00:17:41] - Do leaders generally struggle to make decisions? What helps them in their decision making?[00:19:54] - How Ross' personal mission statement ties in with his workConnect with Ross:Website: https://septemberstrat.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rossromano/Podcast: https://bepodcast.network/Additional Resources:FREE call with Ross to discuss your communication and leadership pain pointhttps://calendly.com/rossromano/15-minute-communication-coaching-call?month=2023-04Subscribe to our podcast and share it.Leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/storytelling-and-communication-strategies-for/id1614151066?i=1000619132046Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2x2KkvVuvaCx8cilPM07mCYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tt3RyleqhHM

Does your brilliant idea keep being rejected by investors? Who makes it in Silicon Valley and who doesn’t?Meet Donna Griffit!Donna is a Corporate Storyteller, Pitch Alchemist for StartUps and a Best Selling Author. She takes your numbers, facts, figures, bits and bytes and puts them all through her magic filter and spins them into a golden story. Where you see data - she sees a living, breathing, captivating story with the potential to drive people to action.With an acting background and Masters In Drama Therapy from NYU, coupled with her corporate training background - Donna transferred those skills into the expert corporate storyteller that she is today. For over 18 years she has roamed the globe working with 1000+ Startups, Fortune 500 companies and Venture Capitalists. She has trained clients in over 30 countries, helping them create, edit and deliver verbal and written presentations, pitches and messages that sing. Through her guidance clients have raised almost $2bn.Donna is the author of “Sticking To My Story: The Alchemy Of Storytelling For Startups”. Following her guidance will captivate investors and give your startup the ultimate edge as she shows you how to create a pitch that leaves investors begging to be a part of your success story.Tim Draper calls her book the new bible for startup founders.Stewart Butterfield, CEO of Slack, "If there's one piece of advice I could go back to give myself, it is concentrating on that storytelling part, on convincing people. If you can't do that, it doesn’t matter how good the product is, how good the idea was for the market; you don’t have the people believing.”Key Points and Time Stamps:[00:03:28] - Global financial crises opportunities for startups[00:03:40] - What do investors look for in startups?[00:04:42] - Why some startups may resist corporate storytelling[00:05:14] - The short 2 hours it takes Donna to find your pitch deck[00:05:57] - Do investors prefer solopreneurs or teams?[00:09:00] - Signs that investors are interested in your startup[00:09:41] - What angel investors want to know before investing[00:10:49] - Relationship building in investor circles[00:11:43] - Competitor analysis for startups[00:13:49] - Is AI taking corporate storytelling jobs away?[00:16:37] - Startup elevator pitch examples[00:21:57] - How to protect your IP[00:22:53] - Presentation storytelling tips for startups[00:25:24] - How to be fully prepared for a pitch deck[00:27:42] - Getting to the heart of your storyConnect with Donna:Website: https://donnagriffit.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnaabraham/Additional Resources:“Sticking To My Story: The Alchemy Of Storytelling For Startups” by Donna GriffitConnect with me:WebsiteFacebookInstagramLeave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/storytelling-for-startups-w-donna-griffit/id1614151066?i=1000618608562Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1outJRzrGKezU1YJMJAT6FYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xYG8AwnBvjo

Are fear, self-doubt and low self-esteem holding you back from reaching your goals? How can public speaking change your life for the better?Meet Steven Dossou!Steven is a Motivational and Inspirational TEDx Speaker, Author, co-founder of Leadership University, Owner of Sail Force Catalyst and the creator of Afri Money University.Steven has impacted thousands of lives on a global scale, Nicknamed "Action Man", he is viewed by his peers as a charismatic visionary who undoubtedly believes in unleashing the human potential by inspiring people to break their boundaries and redefine their limits. As a living testimony, Steven has recreated a new path by elevating himself from humble beginnings in his country of origin (Togo-West Africa) to leadership and impactful roles on a global platform.Listen as Steven shares his extremely tough and arduous journey that led to him breaking through barriers and impacting people around the world through using revolutionary technology to form public speaking communities.Steven authored the book, "Be Transformed - How To Live Free Of Self-Doubt And Low Self-Esteem". It details a 10-weeks program and some NLP techniques necessary to embark you on a journey destined to provoke immediate change in your desired area of life.Key Points and Time Stamps:[00:06:02] - The extreme challenges Steven faced when pursuing his dream[00:09:21] - How to fall in love with sales[00:10:22] - Criteria for career success[00:13:21] - How to maximize your talent and reach your full potential[00:16:13] - How to find purpose in your pain[00:16:57] - What to do when you've hit rock bottom[00:22:06] - How Steven founded Leadership Universities in Bali, Indonesia[00:23:01] - Leadership University's curriculum on Public Speaking, Leadership Skills and collaborating with universities in Asian countries[00:24:26] - Doing your best even when no one is watching[00:27:04] - How Steven’s vision of teaching public speaking shapes all his decisions[00:27:38] - Founding public speaking communities in Turkey[00:31:31] - The impact of exposure when chasing your dreams and pursuing your goals[00:34:21] - Steven’s revolutionary technology to build a public speaking community. This transformational weekly Live Show will be broadcast on social media[00:37:18] - Youth advocacy and how public speaking can empower youth[00:38:37] - Man’s 3 toughest demons to break free from and conquerAdditional Resources:"Be Transformed - How To Live Free Of Fear, Self-Doubt And Low Self-Esteem", by Steven Dossou.Connect with Steven:Website: https://www.stevendossou.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-dossou-3623b5106/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steven_dossou/?hl=enConnect with me:WebsiteFacebookInstagramLeave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/transforming-lives-through-public-speaking-w-steven/id1614151066?i=1000618351199Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5IHvbNcxeZIqaDN9shbdZlYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9537_iwlNkM

How does personality influence teamwork? How can teams with different personalities work together?Meet Leanne Wyvill!Leanne Wyvill from Queensland, Australia Communication Confidence Trainer for over a decade, who helps business teams work better together. She focuses on public speaking, presentation and business writing skills.Leanne's work comes from decades of corporate experience. She uses The True Colors Personality Test in order to help teams understand how different personalities cope with speaking situations. She helps her clients develop capability with workshops and one-to-one coaching in:⁜ True Colors (self-awareness, other-awareness, empathy and team communication)⁜ Business writing (from emails to executive reports and ministerial briefs)⁜ Pitching and presenting (the deck and the delivery)⁜ Executive presence (professionalism and team leadership)Leanne is the author of "Chicken In: Ditch the Nerves and Pitch the Power", which looks at the relationship between nervousness – the fear and hesitancy we feel when a spotlight speaking occasion looms – and our power to change the experience for ourselves and our audience. Key Points and Time Stamps:[00:02:48] - How poor communication skills negatively impacts patients in healthcare[00:04:26] - Communication skills gaps in academia and bridging those in the workplace[00:05:02] - How to create an inclusive workplace culture[00:06:28] - The Platinum Rule of Communication[00:07:56] - How to communicate with confidence[00:09:10] - The Curse of Knowledge: Why experts struggle to explain their work[00:11:42] - Theatre and Drama Studies vs corporate training[00:13:02] - How to not burn bridges when leaving a job[00:13:30] - The importance of networking and communication skills[00:16:42] - Practicing your speech and other preparations[00:17:45] - Tips for teamwork, workplace collaboration and trust creation[00:18:41] - The True Colors Personality Profiling Program. Self-awareness and understanding your team[00:20:20] - How understanding personality types improves teamwork[00:21:34] - Benefits of having different personalities in the workplace[00:24:45] - Why self-awareness in leadership is a mustConnect with Leanne:Website: https://presencecommunications.com.auLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannewyvill/?originalSubdomain=auAdditional Resources:"Chicken In: Ditch the Nerves and Pitch the Power", Discount code is ROB23"Creative Ways To Empower Your Team" w/ Dave Collins Connect with me:WebsiteFacebookInstagramLeave a rating and a review:iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-personality-types-affect-team-work-and/id1614151066?i=1000617851704Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6RIOjAVB4EPavgc5My9wT9YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mK-_sAXwHu4

How do today's leaders navigate change with confidence?Meet Deborah Anne Coviello (Deb)!Deb Coviello is an advisor, author, podcast host, and Founder of Illumination Partners, a consulting firm for C-Suite Leaders of Today and Tomorrow to navigate challenges with confidence. Deb brings 30+ years of experience and strategy in Quality and Operational Excellence roles combined with her 20 years in the Flavors and Fragrance industry to support her clients as they work together to identify, assess, and solve the issues that are preventing their business growth.Certified as Lean and Six Sigma Blackbelt in Process Improvement, she has developed powerful programs devoted to helping CEO’s identify emerging leaders, understanding “People’’ are your greatest tool in your toolbox.Deb hosts The Drop In CEO Podcast where she interviews C-suite executives, entrepreneurs and leading industry experts. She is the bestselling author of 'The CEO's Compass'. The CEO’s Compass helps you systematically identify your team’s current blindspots and determine seven key areas you need to focus on to get back on track in days - not months.Listen as Deb shares her experiences that demonstrate how leadership cannot do without human-centered skills.Key Points and Time Stamps:[00:05:00] - Why Deb fell in love with manufacturing[00:05:55] - How leadership capabilities became Deb's greatest gift[00:06:26] - How Deb became The Drop In CEO[00:06:40] - Critical soft skills for executive success[00:07:15] - Soft skills in manufacturing vs corporate organizations[00:08:11] - Essential leadership skills in manufacturing[00:09:33] - Ways to demonstrate your leadership skills at work[00:11:26] - Why asking the dumb question is the smart thing to do[00:12:43] - Why engineers should learn public speaking and presentation skills[00:14:16] - Taking responsibility for your own professional development[00:15:25] - Adapting to the audience: How to adapt your presentation for different audiences[00:16:41] - How to create an effective data presentation[00:18:07] - Data storytelling: How to tell a story with data[00:19:22] - Why corporate storytelling is such a powerful marketing tool[00:20:29] - How to overcome the fear of change[00:23:42] - Why all engineers need a mentor[00:25:20] - How soft skills help in career development[00:26:08] - The Drop In CEO podcast[00:28:12] - How to elevate your team's performance[00:29:05] - How effective leadership inspires employee engagementAdditional Resources:The CEO's Compass by Deborah A. CovielloSign up for FREE monthly Drop-In-Collective for Networking, Tips and Tricks, Spot CoachingConnect with Deb:Website: https://dropinceo.com/Podcast: https://omny.fm/shows/drop-in-ceoLeave a rating and a review:iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-leaders-can-elevate-their-teams-and-navigate/id1614151066?i=1000616964039Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7IrVsdpQNS8HUTt2lCepw6YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MBK7HdzGpUM

Did you have a traumatic experience that led to your fear of public speaking? What is the difference between the little t traumas and big T traumas? How can you heal from these and not let the past hold you back?Meet Brooke Bralove!Brooke has been a Psychotherapist and Owner at Brooke Bralove Psychotherapy, Inc. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Maryland with over 20 years of clinical experience. Born and raised in the DC area, she graduated from Columbia University’s School of Social Work in 2001. She then worked at House of Ruth in Washington, DC for two years, providing individual and group counseling to victims of domestic violence.In 2013 Brooke became a Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator, based on the research of Dr. Brené Brown and later a Certified Advanced Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART™) Practitoner. Her goal is to help patients better understand themselves by developing insight into their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and to cultivate the authentic life they have dreamed about.Listen as Brooke shares how childhood trauma and the way we were socialized contribute to our fear of public speaking and how we communicate as adults.Key Points and Time Stamps:[00:02:36] - The little t traumas we all experience[00:03:17] - How Brooke's own trauma led to discovering A.R.T. (Accelerated Resolution Therapy)[00:05:24] - Why do we compare our traumas?[00:06:05] - How your relationship with your parents affect your life[00:07:41] - Teaching children to listen to their bodies[00:09:55] - Your brain vs your gut instinct[00:11:01] - Brene Brown’s ‘Daring Greatly’ curriculum[00:12:07] - The benefits of vulnerability[0014:45] - Is vulnerability a strength?[00:15:27] - The relationship between ulnerability and trust[00:17:13] - How vulnerability connects you with your audience in public speaking[00:19:03] - Root causes of trauma. Do you need therapy?[00:21:30] - How we seek to fulfill our basic human needs[00:22:25] - Is perfection a barrier to success? What is the dark side of perfectionism?[00:24:50] - Perfectionist expectations of others. How to manage unrealistic expectations.[00:25:27] - The effects of A.R.T. on mental health[00:28:05] - Talking therapy vs A.R.T.[00:30:01] - Mass violence and behavioral health. Using A.R.T. to help mass shooting survivors.[00:31:48] - How A.R.T. helps you overcome the fear of public speakingAdditional Resources:Read this article on Psychodynamic PsychotherapyConnect with Brooke:Website: https://brookebralove.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brookebralovepsychotherapy/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bbralovepsychotherapy?lang=th-THFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookebralovepsychotherapyConnect with me:[email protected] a rating and a review:iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/therapy-to-conquer-the-fear-of-public-speaking-w/id1614151066?i=1000616648761Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6db2nS8meiKwuBMFqIFt0dYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R_kAEYihe1I

Is abusive coaching the way to win games? How do we put an end to abusive coaching?On today's episode, Mitch Lyons - Founder of End Abusive Coaching, Social Emotional Learning Alliance for MA (SEL4MA.org) and GetPsychedSports.org., will helps us explore the signs of abusive coaching, its impact on individuals, and discuss strategies to create a safer and healthier coaching environment.Mitch also shares how they have introduced the “An Act to Remodel Public School Athletics Through Social-Emotional Learning” bill in both the state House and Senate. A group of people testified why this bill would help curb abusive coaching in high school athletics across the state.Key Points and Time Stamps:[00:02:44] - Emotions and interpersonal communications[00:04:14] - Creating an environment of respect and rapport[00:05:56] - Mental health and professional sports[00:06:57] - Social emotional learning through sports and training for coaches[00:07:14] - How social emotional learning can improve your sales[00:07:46] - Social emotional learning questions at job interviews. How to answer questions[00:08:23] - Why high school coaches are leaving youth sports[00:09:03] - Demanding performance vs intrinsic motivation[00:10:43] - Why tough love does not have a lasting positive impact[00:11:09] - Is it motivation or is it toxic positivity?[00:11:58] - Creating a conducive environment for public speaking[00:13:08] - Are soft skills misogynistic? [00:14:59] - How soft skills lead to your success[00:15:49] - How to End Abusive Coaching in schools[00:18:21] - Creating a guide to evaluate coaches[00:19:45] - The coach / player relationship vs personal relationships [00:20:28] - How abusive coaching impacts our self-worth[00:21:13] - The negative impact of abusive coaching on sports performance. Legislation to end abusive coaching [00:22:11] - Characteristics of a great coach[00:23:14] - Should you practice ‘thought replacement’?[00:24:04] - How parents can end abusive coaching if their children play sports[00:26:18] - A common derogatory term for athletes that remains unchallenged[00:26:46] - Why isn’t sports psychology taught in high schools?What you will learn from this episode:- the characteristics of abusive coaching and how it can manifest- common red flags of a coach who abuses his players- the psychological impact and repercussions of abusive coaching- how to create a safer coaching environmentConnect with Mitch:Website: https://endabusivecoaching.orgWebsite: https://getpsychedsports.orgTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@endabusivecoaching.orgAdditonal Resources on Mitch's websites:Social Emotional Learning Alliance of MassachussettsAnonymously share your experience Research on emotional intelligenceConnect with me:FacebookInstagramLeave a rating and a review for the Podcast:iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/end-abusive-coaching-w-mitch-lyons/id1614151066?i=1000616005403Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0ZiALMz5KGP57ZhPOpAAKAYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=poT0k3dvA6Q

Are you an entrepreneur struggling to find your voice and a way to share your message? Do you feel underrepresented in the podcasting space? How can podcasting help you improve your public speaking skills?Meet Kristin Quiroz Bayona!Kristin is a Podcast Coach, Host of the “Podcast and Amplify” Podcast and Content Strategist who helps women entrepreneurs start podcasts and use podcasting to share their message and improve their communication skills.Kristin's career started in corporate communications for mostly large tech firms. She left the corporate world after realizing that it was not an environment that she was to thrive in. After spending some time traveling and writing a travel blog, she discovered podcasting. On this episode, she takes us through her journey and how she uses podcasting to help entrepreneurs find their voices, share their message and the personal growth that has come through the platform.Key Points and Time Stamps:[00:03:13] - Why Kristin started the 'Podcast & Amplify' podcast[00:06:02] - Why traveling is the best teacher[00:07:34] - How her journey of entrepreneurship started[00:09:54] - How Kristin got started on podcasting[00:10:20] - Why developing communication and speaking skills benefits you[00:12:02] - The challenges faced by entrepreneurs in sharing their voices[00:15:19] - The impact your voice can have on others through podcasting[00:18:18] - How to stand out in a world of sameness[00:20:23] - Should you start a podcast if you feel underrepresented?[00:21:21] - What makes a great public speaker vs a good one[00:23:23] - The impact on entrepreneurs who found their voice through the podcastConnect with Kristin:Website: https://www.podcastandamplify.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcastandamplify/Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3k5HtfWTvzdmETXLiFUtTR?dl_branch=1&nd=1&si=1_nAWd7rQxiqcHbGoVd1Gg&utm_source=copy-linkAdditional Resources:FREE resourcesConnect with me:LinkedInFacebookInstagramKindly subscribe to our podcast and share it.Leave a rating and a review for the Podcast:iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-podcasting-helps-you-with-public-speaking-w/id1614151066?i=1000615724904Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1BOG6zoOd5gTKXX3gOP2LnYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IYrSZzjoyW0

How do you handle conflict in order to prevent going to court?Kimberly Best, RN, MA, is a Tennessee Rule 31 Listed Civil Mediator and Tennessee Rule 31 Trained Family Mediator, owner of Best Conflict Solutions, LLC. Her practice focuses on Family Mediation, Health, and Elder Care Mediation, Civil and Business Mediation, and personal and organizational Conflict Coaching and Conflict Consulting. Kimberly is passionate about helping others resolve conflicts in a productive, non-litigious way using mediation, facilitation and collaborative problem solving to find optimal solutions for all parties. She is a speaker and trainer on conflict management, dispute resolution processes, life transitions, and how to make difficult decisions - including end of life issues. She is also a volunteer mediator with the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office, Dispute Resolution Program and Community/Police Unification Program.She is a working member of the Association of Conflict Resolution Elder Mediation Professional Development Group as well as a working member of Mediators Beyond Borders, International, and a member of the American Bar Association Dispute Resolution membership committee. Key Points And Time Stamps:[00:03:29] - how childhood affects how we handle conflict[00:04:51] - family conflict and disagreements during the pandemic[00:05:43] - what exactly boundaries are[00:07:40] - how we feel physically ‘threatened’ during a disagreement[00:10:12] - how to communicate different viewpoints without feeling threatened[00:12:37] - how attorney meditators handle conflict during a divorce[00:16:01] - the biology of conflict[)0;18:18] - how mediation prevents potential lawsuits[00:20:19] - mediation work between the LAPD and communities in Los Angeles[00:24:49] - how to get involved in your community and mediate local conflicts[00:26:54] - how storytelling builds bridges and creates understanding[00:29:11] - how to understand and have empathy for those who hurt you[00:31:07] - how to handle workplace conflict[00:33:49] - why ask questions before jumping to conclusionsConnect with Kimberly:Website: https://www.bestconflictsolutions.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlybestmediator/Additional Resources:"How to Live Forever, A Guide to Writing the Final Chapter of Your Life Story" by Kimberly Best"Police 2 Peace" work by Kimberly BestJoin local organizations "Effective Conflict Resolution Techniques And Strategies" w/ Kristine ScottConnect with me:[email protected] subscribe to our podcast.Leave a rating and a review for the Podcast:iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mediation-to-prevent-lawsuits-w-kimberly-best/id1614151066?i=1000615151077Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/347DBhfsDxXE9v18O9v0D5YouTube: https://youtu.be/XC3ZSFCufT4

Do you have regular heart palpitations, but not necessarily heart disease?How does your body respond to different food items, even ones considered healthy?Lauren LC Wells is the CEO of Hervival, a Holistic Wellness and Self-Care expert. Lauren's mission is helping her clients cultivate mental wellness to help burnout, stressed executives & entrepreneurs achieve lasting productivity and profits through mindfulness. She is also a FemTech Founder of a Wellness Accountability App & Community for Women of the Black Diaspora. She has always seen herself as a healer and her journey started in mainstream health care, where she continues to be involved in varied capacities.Hervival's motto is to Revive Your Mind, Body & Spirit, and they are dedicated to helping women transform from mundane beliefs to just SURVIVE and support them on their wellness journey to THRIVE! The Hervival team aims to help their clients navigate mindfulness and wellness resources that they can easily adopt in day-to-day lifestyle to help with stress management and live a more holistically healthy and happy life! They advocate for transformation on a soul level from the inside out with sustainable healing modalities and intuitive guidance to support you on your wellness and self-care journey.Lauren is an avid believer in having a work-life balance to live a fulfilling life. She regularly hosts Mindfulness and Grounding Workshops!Listen as Lauren explains the mind-gut connection and how each of us should take time to understand our bodies, before jumping into trendy healthy habits.Key Points and Time Stamps:[00:04:58] - Leaky gut syndrome and what it means[00:06:29] - Mindfulness and its impact on your gut health[00:07:38] - How hormones communicate to your body[00:08:12] - What is the vagus nerve and its function?[00:11:50] - What is a leaky gut?[00:13:25] - What does inflammation in the body feel like?[00:14:26] - What it means to detox your body[00:15:28] - Is healthy eating the same for each and every person?[00:17:26] - The pros and cons of the vegan diet[00:18:48] - Gut health and mental health[00:20;41] - How mental health affects productivity in the workplace[00:22:52] - Vagus nerve, nervous system and mindfulness connectionConnect with Lauren:Website: https://www.hervival.coLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-lc-wells-01769a57/Additional Resources:"How To Heal Yourself" w/ Dr. Victor Manzo"How To Get Rid Of Stress And Anxiety" w/ Maja Miller"Transcendental Meditation Techniques And Benefits" w/ Tom Cronin"The Brain In Your Belly" by Stefanie Malan-Muller, TEDxStellenboschConnect with me:[email protected] subscribe to our podcast and share it.Leave a rating and a review for the Podcast:iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mind-gut-connection-w-lauren-lc-wells/id1614151066?i=1000614873923Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6WHPBzNyVGtFNS3BTI8zjzYouTube: https://youtu.be/NhYFzcxqT5w

Are soft skills part of your job description as a leader?Victoria Pelletier is a Senior Executive, C-Suite Transformational Leader, Keynote Speaker, Board Director, Passionate Diversity & Inclusion Leader and Author. She was born to lead and not to be led.Overcoming adversity and trauma at an early age built resilience. A trait that has remained throughout her life and has helped her excel as a corporate executive, mentor and leader — for which she is often characterized as dynamic and unstoppable. Victoria's motto is to do the right thing; in creating value for others, focusing on the big picture and what matters most in being accountable to stakeholders including employees, shareholders and our communities. It also means surrounding herself with diverse teams, skills, experience and points-of-view to continually grow, adapt and achieve desired outcomes while making and leaving a positive impact.Victoria does not subscribe to the status quo and is always ready for new challenges. She became one of the youngest COOs at the age of 24. She was a President by 35 and a CEO by age 41.Recognized as a one of the 2023 Women of Influence by South Florida Business Journal, 2022 Top 30 Most Influential Business Leaders in Tech by CIOLook, 2022 Most Influential Entrepreneur of the Year by World Magazine, 2021’s Top 50 Business Leader in Technology by Insight Magazine and a Mentor of the Year by Women in Communications & Technology in 2020. HSBC bank awarded her the Diversity & Inclusion in Innovation award in 2019. As an in-demand professional keynote speaker, Victoria frequently provides motivational and inspirational talks helping to instill confidence in others. She delivers keynotes on building resilience and the importance of personal branding and networking, being an empathetic leader to empower employees and the power of DEI in transforming corporate cultures. Listen as Victoria explains how the tough exterior she felt she needed to have, negatively impacted her career. That awareness is the reason her career progression took massive leaps at such a young age.Key Points and Time Stamps:[00:03:02] - How to get promoted to the C-suite in your 20s[00:03:53] - How confidence impacts your career[00:04:37] - Why self-awareness is crucial for leaders[00:05:16] - Why we succumb to the pressure of being entrepreneurs[00:07:46] - How The Great Resignation evolved leadership styles[00:08:33] - Technical vs soft skills in the C-suite[00:12:51] - Why leaders cannot ignore soft skills[00:15:09] - Why organizations are reluctant to implement DE&I[00:17:44] - Heart-centered leadership and self-awareness[00:20:16] - The 4 key elements to being a brand[00:23:51] - How to build confidence and choose growth[00:25:42] - How to become a world-class public speakerConnect with Victoria:Website: https://victoria-pelletier.comAdditional Resources:"How Successful Leaders Communicate Effectively" w/ Joel SilverstoneConnect with me:FacebookInstagramLeave a rating and a review and subscribe to the Podcast:iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/leadership-and-soft-skills-w-victoria-pelletier/id1614151066?i=1000614305877Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4y8SNsMQMB5KMgxTHCpHA1YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D6LxyWqQs4g

Always wondered why you don't manifest what you desire, despite following the teachings of The Secret? Here is John C. Morley with all the answers!John is a Serial Entrepreneur, International Professional Keynote Speaker, Podcast Host, Radio Personality on Drive-Time Radio and Global Marketing Specialist. He is the Founder of The JMOR Connection, Inc now a 30+ year company in Franklin Lakes, NJ. When he was in college not too long ago; he realized that many were frustrated with technology but also being given bad advice.John specializes in getting people to that 'Aha' moment, prioritize their goals and take time to work on what matters to them the most. He hosts a drive time national radio show every Tuesday morning, where he encourages people to visualize and manifest the lives that they truly deserve. He creates all sorts of content to improve your life and everyone else in it.John practices gratitude daily and he is proof that to be grateful is a choice. He has manifested so much of what he experiences in his life due to following these same principles and working with the Laws of the Universe.John believes in treating everyone with respect and integrity regardless of their position or stature in life. He has a passion for Technology and helping others feel comfortable and to use their technology to maximize its maximum potential. He has been very grateful to manage two of the world’s largest international banks info-structure’s in Wall Street Data Centers.On this episode, John goes through a detailed, step-by-step process on how you can start now to visualize, manifest and ultimately physically experience all that you desire.Key Points And Time Stamps:[00:02:42] - Why do we fear change?[00:05:38] - The limitations of ChatGPT[00:09:09] - The human element in doing business[00:10:48] - What the movie The Secret did not teach you[00:11:48] - Where our focus, energy and thoughts lead to[00:12:35] - Step-by-step action that leads to manifesting[00:17:51] - How to feel something that you do not have yet[00:19:36] - Where our subconscious programming comes from[00:20:25] - How to handle rejection or negative opinions[00:23:28] - Why we struggle with visualization sometimes[00:25:17] - Why gratitude is a game-changerand so much more!Connect with John:Website: https://jmor.comWebsite: https://linktr.ee/johncmorleyserialentrepreneurLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johncmorleyiv/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3aqvu1y4Bo1JuOIHjcUNhwConnect with me:FacebookInstagramKindly subscribe to our podcast and share it.Leave a rating and a review for the Podcast:iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/step-by-step-visualizing-manifesting-and-gratitude-w/id1614151066?i=1000613991760Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/66PsJKSGjotP2ny5Ilbh6oYouTube: https://youtu.be/jEB8AUCLlvs

Are you an artist or entrepreneur looking for world-class public and media relations expertise? Look no further than Brian Scott Gross!Brian Scott Gross is the Founder and President of BSG Public Relations. Now in its 21st year, BSG Public Relations takes a precise and strategic approach to promoting all facets of entertainment. An efficient and motivated staff handles everything from intricate details of executive publicity to positioning their clientele within compelling and effective media campaigns, street marketing teams, and creative marketing efforts. BSG PR works to broaden and help brand their clientele. They look to broaden and brand artists, companies and products.BSG Public Relations handles all avenues of communications, bringing a studied approach to marketing with creative solutions that furthers the message and the image of their clients. Multi-level publicity campaigns combined with knowledge and background in every facet of entertainment media and communications, and most importantly, always putting the client first.Brian has been in the service of media and public relations for over 28 years. He has been employed by companies such as Def American Recordings, Warner Brothers Records, Reprise Records, Elektra Entertainment Group, Vivid Entertainment Group, and such organizations as The Lollapalooza Tour. His background includes all facets of public and media relations, working with some of the largest businesses, celebrities and music acts in the world. Brian Gross was an Executive Producer for Reality-X: The Search For Adam & Eve.On this episode, Brian recalls his start in the music industry at Def American Recordings, Warner Bros and Elektra while he was in high school.Key Points and Time Stamps:[00:03:31] - Why having no Plan B helps accelerate your career growth and mindset[00:06:30] - Debunking PR job myths - crisis media and give attention to clients[00:08:27] - Do PR companies encourage their clients to portray a certain dating image?[00:09:58] - 3 key elements for branding and communicating your message[00:12:30] - The challenges of having corporates, businesses and organizations as clients[00:13:25] - How PR helps coaches, consultants and digital entrepreneurs[00:15:07] - Media and interview coaching [00:15:31] - How social media has changed the public relations industry[00:17:33] - Cultural differences in working with global clients[00:18:19] - Relationship-building in the entertainment business[00:19:43] - Why musicians go broke[00:22:45] - Brian’s participation at a North Korean marathon[00:26:43] - Work-life balance[00:28:10] - Writing about a client and their work as a publicist[00:29:18] - How to establish if you are an artist or have that potential in you[00:29:53] - The impact of viral videos and publicity[00:30:30] - The criteria for enlisting the services of a publicistConnect with Brian:Website: https://bsgpr.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bsgprTwitter: https://twitter.com/bsgprConnect with me:Email: [email protected] a rating and a review:iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/public-and-media-relations-for-artists-and/id1614151066?i=1000613382536Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4eUyxKY6pgWwIpepqP3hY9YouTube: https://youtu.be/gpMhldnxmH4

How can we teach leadership to kids? What tools can parents use to raise future leaders?Atlas Aultman is a #1 Amazon & worldwide bestselling author, one of the top-ranked US speakers, an international award-winning leader who successfully led leaders in unknown elite teams - sharing experience from Combat Zones, Elite Teams and the White House.Atlas is a student & professor of awesomeness. He is a requested leader, innovator & speaker/writer. Top 40 under 40 winner, Bronze Star medals (Iraq & Afghanistan), White House Military Officer of the year due to awesome teams. He is a team-building advocate, road-block remover, & advisor who likes to inspire fun at work & home. Atlas is a continuous learner of leadership, self-improvement and success formulation have been topics of study for over three decades. He served with and led internationally recognized and award-winning individuals, leaders and teams through successful missions in over 30 countries. Atlas's goal is to empower wins for more individuals, teams and organizations by sharing lessons learned from a successful career as a technology integrator/translator, wingman and commanding military officer. As owner of Leaders-KIT LLC and multiple best-selling books author of the Fox series leadership books for parents/future leaders, his mission is to turn extraordinary into the ordinary".In the military, they were issued "KIT." These give you an advantage while doing your job. A standard uniform, boots, helmet, etc. He believes this should be the case for leadership as well - being given standards to lead. Leadership has basics and like anything - these fundamentals can make or break you. This is why Atlas Aultman created Leaders-KIT.Key Points and Time Stamps:[00:05:03] - Why communication ranks high in being a Commander[00:05:43] - Why people should be the main focus of any business[00:08:58] - Why we should teach teamwork and cooperation to children[00:11:23] - Why approachability makes for a powerful leader[00:13:04] - Why developing communication skills helps all areas of your life[00:16:15] - How being an effective communication leads to career success[00:18:50] - How everyone's brand of leadership is different[00:20:44] - How leaders can create psychological safety[00:22:22] - 'The Fox In The Box' book series to teach leadership and communication skills to children[00:25:06] - How children perceive leadership[00:27:13] - How the Fox book series cultivates positive parenting[00:29:45] - How vulnerability and authenticity connect you with your audience[00:32:44] - Keeping a daily notebook of Rule of 3 in order to improve your communication skills and leadership skillsConnect with Atlas:Website: https://leaders-kit.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmaultman1/Additional Resources:"The Fox In The Box" by Atlas AultmanConnect with me:LinkedInFacebookInstagramLeave a rating and a review:iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teaching-children-leadership-skills-w-atlas-aultman/id1614151066?i=1000613065868Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3oTwELY2tRi9dzqBEAUKAiYouTube: https://youtu.be/VGFDJGQtyeM

How do you effectively run a virtual meeting? How can virtual meetings be productive?Meet Dr. Barbara Covarrubias!Dr. Barbara Covarrubias is the CEO & Founder of Virtual Space Hero. She has been a Remote Work & Learning Expert, Virtual Enthusiast, Researcher, Keynote Speaker and Executive Coach for over a decade. Her clients are organisations, universities and/or individuals who want to continue to focus on virtual formats - independent of external conditions. They set the bar high for interaction, engagement, entertainment and a real connection, also in virtual meetings. She believes that a memorable virtual experience requires strategy, design, technical expertise and perfect coordination behind the scenes.Dr. Barbara will take your virtual teams to the next level, increase the engagement of your audience and be ahead of your competition, especially while holding online meetings on Zoom or Microsoft Teams.Listen as Dr. Barbara explains how her clients connect with people in global virtual teams and her decade-long experience in virtual settings.Key Points and Time Stamps:[00:04:04] - The future of work is choice[00:05:27] - The percentage of CEOs who have been trained to run virtual meetings[00:06:20] - The different types of communication in the workplace[00:08:31] - Set an effective virtual meeting agenda and meeting design[00:09:57] - Digital body language and creating connection[00:11:42] - Virtual meetings etiquette when giving a keynote or facilitating[00:12:35] - How to navigate virtual meetings if you work with 2 monitors[00:17:49] - How to get people to participate in virtual meetings[00:19:49] - The point of breakout rooms and how to use them effectively[00:21:53] - Monitoring the chat window in virtual meetings[00:24:10] - Ways a co-facilitator can help in virtual meetings[00:24:24] - The 'Train the Trainer' Program[00:26:22] - How to invest in team building[00:29:09] - Tips to make virtual meetings interactiveConnect with Dr. Barbara:Website: https://www.barbaracv.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbaracv/Additional Resources:www.liberatingstructures.com for Facilitation Techniques"How To Run Hybrid Meetings And Trainings" w/ Robert Kienzle"Ways To Improve Interdepartmental Communication" w/ Katja SchleicherConnect with me:LinkedInFacebookInstagramLeave a rating and a review and subscribe to the Podcast:iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-run-an-effective-virtual-meeting-w-barbara/id1614151066?i=1000612479646Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7ILj6VedD6T4upASLyNWGeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4GEibGWVVzI

Why does the world need mindful leadership? Matt Thieleman is the CEO & Founder of Golden Bristle, Author, Mindful Leader, a Transformational Coach and Visionary Catalyst. He recently published “This Is Coaching” and works with crazy leaders who think they can make the impossible happen.In 2015, he founded Golden Bristle to take action on those beliefs and make a bigger impact in the world. In 2021, he worked as CEO of Pilea to bring his impossible mission to life and shift business as usual in the startup world. During that time, he had the pleasure of working with organizations such as Michigan Ross School of Business, Gannett, and Parthenon Publishing. In 2022, he then returned to coaching to re-focus on his clients and other projects. Matt is also a proud member of communities of coaches, Founders Against Burnout, and VCs Who Care, all committed to the same mission: to help founders and their teams build companies to their fullest potential, without burnout. He earned a degree in Human Development and Special Relations from Kalamazoo College. Matt has been a featured TEDx Speaker on the topic of Mindful Leadership, with his talk,“Why the World Needs Mindful Leaders”In his first book, 'This is Coaching', he helps you unlock your full potential as a coach. He wrote this book to serve as your guidebook and an inspirational tool to help you become all you can be.Key Points and Time Stamps:[00:02:12] - why he chose a career in marketing[00:03:44] - how behavioral science helps us understand ourselves[00:06:54] - how to become more self-aware[00:08:18] - why we fear mindfulness[00:13:30] - different types of leadership styles and their influence on him[00:14:24] - important and mindful leadership qualities in healthcare[00:17:58] - how covid-19 has affected mindful leadership[00:19:43] - the GPS analogy and your life[00:22:13] - what does success mean to you?[00:25:14] - how mindfulness is a gift to yourself[00:27:01] - how we have been conditioned into low self-esteem[00:27:38] - how to cultivate mindful leadershipConnect with Matt:Website: https://goldenbristle.comAdditional Resources:"This Is Coaching" by Matt Thieleman"Conscious Leadership" w/ Jeffrey Deckman"Tomorrow's Leader" w/ John LauritoConnect with me:FacebookInstagramLeave a rating and a review:iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mindful-leadership-w-matt-thieleman/id1614151066?i=1000612169148Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0qBBHcsFaHtIcOWZchHRC4YouTube: https://youtu.be/4GEibGWVVzI

Do you have anxiety of how AI will affect you?Jim Frawley is an Executive Development Consultant and Coach. Author and Host of the Bellwether Hub podcast. He is the CEO & Found of Bellwether, which is an executive development community, dedicated to helping both individuals and organizations build resiliency, adapt to change and thrive in rapidly-shifting contexts. Bellwether has entered into the space of AI Speech Coaching. They are thrilled to partner with Yoodli, an AI-based speech coach that can provide real-time analytics on multiple facets of your presentation. Get unbiased feedback on pacing, filler words, eye contact, word choice and more, BEFORE you get in front of an audience. This is a dynamite combination – Bellwether and Yoodli will help you elevate your delivery in just about any situation. Jim has worked with clients in 8 countries and 39 states to date to create and implement change management, corporate training, and strategic planning programs, as well as organizational re-designs.On this episode, he takes us through his plan to launch his new series, 'Not A Webinar' and why we should celebrate the dawn of AI.Key Points and Time Stamps:[00:01:14] - Why he launched his new series “Not A Webinar”[00:03:33] - Executive leaders and their frustration with coaches[00:05:44] - Why technology and social media make it difficult to communicate with people[00:06:59] - Bess Freedman, CEO of Brown Harris Stevens Real Estate - ‘Not A Webinar’ series[00:07:27] - Reasons why we fear technological advances...Technophobia![00:09:48] - How to use AI to your advantage[00:10:40] - How AI will affect learning and disrupt education[00:12:57] - Learning and development in organizations[00:15:14] - The difference between beliefs and truths[00:17:38] - Leaders and organizational culture and psychological safety[00:20:14] - The work-life merger[00:21:26] - A data-driven approach to DEI[00:23:00] - The leader's most important roles[00:25:32] - Who is ultimately responsible for your career development?[00:29:29] - The promise and challenge of the age of AI[00:31:24] - AI's impact on the future of work[00:32:22] - What to look forward to in “Not A Webinar” series[00:34:19] - How to stop the fear of AI and tech anxietyConnect with Jim:Website: https://www.jimfrawley.comAdditional Resources:"Adapting In Motion" by Jim Frawley"Not a Webinar Series" by Jim Frawley"Bellwether Hub Podcast" hosted by Jim Frawley"How To Adapt To These Fast-Changing Times" w/ Jim Frawley"The ROI Of Executive Coaching" w/ Jim FrawleyConnect with me:LinkedInFacebookInstagramLeave a rating and a review:iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/should-we-be-fearful-of-ai-w-jim-frawley/id1614151066?i=1000611576336Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/09lktaKyU3coCvNqzJWiVyYouTube: https://youtu.be/NONAG2dCfS0

What are the cultural differences between East and West?How do you navigate cultural differences if you move countries?How different are East and Western cultures in terms of education and workplace environments? Are you adaptable and open-minded enough to live in a country whose cultural is very different from your origins? What does the Geert Hoefstede cultural dimensions teach us about cultural differences?Peter Kim is an Assistant English Professor at Kookmin University, specializing in South Korea-US Relations. This is an elective that he created as part of the English curriculum at the university.He is an experienced Assistant Professor with a demonstrated history of working in the education and government sectors. He has veteran experience in International Relations, Policy Analysis and Korea-U.S. relations (with an above-average knowledge of spoken Korean). Peter is a strong education professional with a M.A. focused in International Affairs from Georgetown University. Key Points and Time Stamps:[00:04:54] - top 3 benefits and lessons he learned from being a member of Toastmasters International[00:06:16] - the best Toastmasters Club for a Korean professional planning to improve their English proficiency[00:08:29] Differences in East and West education systems and the role played by corporate conglomerates and universities in maintaining the current status quo[00:13:45] the Principle behind the 10,000-Hour Rule[00:14:44] Differences in Eastern and Western organizational cultures[00:16:39] Geert Hoefstede’s cultural dimensions and how they apply to Korea and the US[00:17:40] Foreigners adjusting to Korean work culture[00:20:29] How being adaptable and agile benefits you[00:22:39] Does Korean work culture engage in executive leadership coaching[00:24:00] The advantages of the Confucianism compared to Western democracy and capitalism[00:27:04] Advice for parents who migrate to different countries[00:28:28] Advice for Western professionals landing jobs in Korea[00:29:31] Advice for Korean nationals landing jobs in the USConnect with Peter:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-kim-6139a72/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peterkim0920/Additional Resources:"Cultural Differences In The Workplace" w/ Jaekun Cho"Languages, Accents And Perceptions" w/ Perdita AndrewsConnect with me:LinkedInFacebookInstagramLeave a rating and a review for the Podcast:iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cultural-differences-between-east-and-west-w-peter-kim/id1614151066?i=1000611302313Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6HjK4qQonycl048OPohouyYouTube: https://youtu.be/MCyhU7uFX64

How do you improve your communication skills, leadership abilities to achieve success in both business and life? Jeremy Doran is the Founder and CEO of Pinnacle Performance. As a speaker, coach and author, he specializes in leadership and individual coaching. Jeremy and his team help organizations maximize their productivity and return on all assets. He also helps supervisors to improve their leadership skills and senior management understand what organizational changes are needed.With degrees in both Mechanical Engineering and Psychology, Jeremy brings a unique perspective to leadership development. His diverse background and storytelling ability allow him to engage, enlighten and entertain while he teaches. He published a book about growing up as the youngest of 10 siblings. When he is coaching his clients, he very frequently draws from the lessons he learned from his family.On this episode, Jeremy emphasizes how engineers can become great leaders by reprogramming their communication style. We also discuss the impact of the pandemic on values and communication skills.Key Points and Time Stamps:[00:02:05] - From engineer to manager and having emotional intelligence[00:03:51] - Personal mission statements on your career path[00:06:34] - Top 10 complaints employees have, with communication skills being the number 1[00:07:55] - Other employee complaints regarding salary packages and leadership[00:09:04] - How to set boundaries after office hours[00:10:49] - Leaders giving credit to their team[00:11:48] - The Platinum Rule of Communication: How communication skills help you and your team[00:16:45] - Why leaders struggle to communicate clearly[00:18:58] - Asking questions vs making assumptions[00:20:31] - The relationship between communication skills and confidence[00:22:11] - The importance of time management and its impact on productivity[00:25:42] - Making everyone around you productive so that they don't need you[00:28:17] - Why you can never practice your script enough[00:30:10] - The benefits of finding your niche, even if it seems unrelated to your work[00:32:07] - The difference between negotiation and collaboration [00:33:49 - The financial importance of making employees feel seen and heardConnect with Jeremy:Website: https://www.pinnacle-performance.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremypdoran/Additional Resources:"How To Improve Leaders' Communication Skills" w/ Glenn Daniels II"Communication Skills For Happy Engineers " w/ Zach WhiteConnect with me:LinkedInFacebookInstagramLeave a rating and a review:iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-great-engineers-become-great-leaders-w-jeremy-doran/id1614151066?i=1000610704687Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/43zPcgVPeBigNSll09gyKTYouTube: https://youtu.be/sGM68mhG1Sc

“The diminishing role of Art in young children's lives”Did you know that Steve Jobs never let his kids use an iPad? MRIs shows screen time is linked to lower brain development.Tracy Cheney is a strong advocate for the importance of elementary art education for over three decades. She aims for total engagement of the heart, mind, and body. Through art, Tracy practices a key 21st century education tenet: Provide ample opportunities for students to make original, creative choices. Tracy produced an award-winning public radio show on educational issues called 'Making the Grade'. She is the author and illustrator of numerous books and articles, participated in numerous art shows, and created artwork on display in public and private spaces. The California Art Education Association named her Outstanding Elementary Visual Art Educator for 2013. She was a 2015 nominee for Teacher of the Year, Encino Chamber of Commerce, and received an Exemplary Visual Arts Program Award for Use of Gifted and Talented, Integration, and Sequential Programming in 2015. Tracy's passion is to find and unlock the creative thinking within every student while developing their skills to work with the visual language. Key Points and Time-Stamps:00:02:15 - Why crayons determine success in school 00:02:39 - How to monitor screen time for small children00:03:42 - Drawing and your child’s communication skills.00:04:13 - How screen time negatively affects babies’ development00:06:44 - How Art helps develop kids’ fine motor skills00:09:27 - The impact of the decline of cursive. Handwriting vs. typing00:10:11 - Why Art is important for future careers00:11:03 - Why coding is replacing Art programs in kindergarten00:12:14 - How Art programs affect children’s reading00:15:43 - How a child’s learning evolves from scribbling00:17:23 - Why parents need to get their children to draw00:19:05 - How blocks demonstrate boys’ spatial intelligence00:21:30 - The impact of video games in problem-solving skills 00:23:44 - Should creativity be graded?00:29:42 - Why children should be encouraged to scribble and be creative00:38:12 - How crayons prepare children for writing sentences00:40:18 - What to look for at each developmental stage of a childWhy you should listen:How scribbling will get your child into HarvardHow to manage time children spend on electronic devicesThe many benefits of Art programs in a child’s developmentKindly subscribe to our podcast for notifications on future episodes.Connect with Tracy:Website: https://www.tracycheney.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracy-cheney-241a673/Additional Resources:"How To Teach Kids Beyond The Pandemic" w/ Tammy HaddadConnect with me:LinkedInFacebookInstagramLeave a rating and a review:iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/effects-of-technology-on-child-development-w-tracy-cheney/id1614151066?i=1000610400383Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2sgsMfKnj2Lo0tQA5JZMRCYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=naot-WXGo_Y

"Pain is fuel you can use to grow and reach your goals"How do you turn pain into entrepreneurial opportunities? How do successful people see purpose in pain?"You will never ever be successful, until you allow your pain to push you from where you are to push you to where you need to be." - Eric ThomasTony R. Kitchens is a renowned life and business strategist, entrepreneur who has been helping individuals and organizations achieve their goals for over two decades. Born and raised in the United States, Tony developed an early interest in personal development and success principles, which eventually led him to pursue a career in coaching and consulting.Tony's journey as a life and business strategist began in the early 2000s when he started working with small business owners, helping them identify opportunities for growth. He quickly gained a reputation for his ability to simplify complex problems and provide practical solutions that yielded tangible results.Over the years, Tony has expanded his reach beyond small businesses and now works with individuals from all walks of life, including executives, entrepreneurs, athletes, and artists. His approach is grounded in a deep understanding of human behavior, psychology, and motivation, and he employs a wide range of tools and techniques to help his clients achieve their goals.As a life and business strategist, Tony emphasizes the importance of clarity, focus, and action. He believes that success is also about taking consistent and purposeful steps towards your goals. He focuses on creating a customized plan that addresses his clients' unique needs and challenges. Apart from his work as a strategist, Tony is also a sought-after speaker and author. He has delivered keynote speeches and has authored the book “The Gift of Pain” - his memoir on personal development, leadership, and entrepreneurship.Listen as Tony shares:- how to use pain as fuel for your goals- why a backup plan is holding you back- what if failure was not an option- what happens when you don't follow your dreams- why mentorship is essential for entrepreneurs- why you should always ask for help- if work/life balance a myth for entrepreneurs- the most important criteria for closing a sale- the power of empathy and trust in B2B relationships- transactional relationships and culture in business- how to overcome the biggest challenges in business- why travel is the best teacher and education- why having a strong 'WHY' is the key to success- a strong work ethic as an entrepreneurConnect with Tony:Website: https://www.tonyrkitchens.comBook Website: https://www.giftofpainbook.com/Additional Resources:"The Gift Of Pain" by Tony R. Kitchens"How To Inspire Others Through Visual Storytelling" w/ Jude CharlesConnect with me on:LinkedInFacebookInstagramLeave a rating and a review:iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-entrepreneurs-turn-pain-into-greatness-w-tony-r/id1614151066?i=1000608598713Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2zzfCSA23B2cQtmkINgA3oYouTube: https://youtu.be/X85jN9pjBBY

Do you love selling? Can your customers love being sold to?Some say helping others see and achieve what they didn't think was possible is the true definition of sales. If the focus is on the benefits, rather than the product itself - it becomes a different experience. Zac Garside is the CEO of Power Selling Pros and guest features on podcasts about customer service and presentation skills. Power Selling Pros coaches the best call handling teams in the home services industry. They offer regular coaching, in-person training, call monitoring, and certification for call handlers. Their one-on-one training process empowers call handlers with the confidence they need to wow more customers, book more calls and make business owners more money. Power Selling Pros has 5 tenets for turning your Customer Service Centre into a profit center. These include aligning your team around a common approach, create an accountability plan, feedback based on actual calls, set and achieve milestones and embrace the growth mindsetZac is also the Founder of The Storytelling Habit and hosts a podcast of the same name. He helps entrepreneurs share their unique origin story so customers feel understood when working with them. Zac helps his clients master the art of storytelling and communication. Designed specifically for entrepreneurs and business professionals, his program is your ticket to unlocking the power of your words and transforming your life.On this episode, Zac details his journey of becoming a CEO at age 27 and how in any career you can fall in love with sales by showing your customers you care.Listen as Zac shares:- the power of storytelling in sales- how to craft a compelling narrative that engages everyone- how to making buying from you a no-brainer- how love makes selling come naturally- how to trust and inspire when in leadership- the 8 essential principles of successful selling- how scripting hurts the customer experience- how to deliver the best customer experience- how customers make buying decisions- the right questions to ask when serving customers- finding the common thread in all your best life moments- how to craft your unique origin story- how to develop your hidden superpowers- what factors shape our beliefs, values and perceptions- how your view of life shapes your businessConnect with Zac:Website: https://www.zacgarside.comAdditional Resources:FREE resources on storytelling on the website"The Storytelling Habit" hosted by Zac Garside"Why Selling Is The Greatest Expression Of Love" by Jason Campbell "How To Inspire Through Storytelling" w/ Jude CharlesFeel free to reach out on:Email: [email protected] a rating and a review:iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-fall-in-love-with-sales-w-zac-garside/id1614151066?i=1000608179829Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7pmRtpidCjKwkm20bimiUvYouTube: https://youtu.be/PrcpZg3tUvc

The CDC has admitted to some mishandling of the covid-19 pandemic.How did world governments respond to the onset of the pandemic? What role did the United Nations play during this global crisis? What lessons have we learned from this pandemic to prepare for potential future ones? What is considered misinformation during times of global pandemics? Has public trust in world governments grown or diminished based on how the pandemic was handled? What have been your personal experiences when it comes to the COVID-19 pandemic?Prativa Baral, Ph.D. is an epidemiologist and global health professional working to make our world more prepared against health emergencies and to promote global health equity through her research, advocacy and consultancy. She is the co-founder of Science Connect, a consultancy aimed to help bridge science communication gaps between academia and the rest of the world. Prativa is the host of Immunocity, a podcast released during the acute phase of the pandemic, to make sense of the changing science and circumstances. She is also a Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Scholar, a CIHR Foreign Doctoral Study Award holder, and a Johns Hopkins School of Public Health PhD candidate. Listen as Prativa takes us through her journey as the Canadian head delegate for the G7 Youth Summit in Germany in 2022, and the lone Canadian representative of the Global Shapers delegation at the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting in Davos in 2023.​Listen as Prativa shares:- the narrative pushed against immune boosting for covid-19- how the pandemic hurt public trust in Science- do vaccine mandates give us a choice or take away our civil liberties?- did the media create panic?- was fear mongering used to promote covid-19 vaccinations?- equitable access to vaccines- factors affecting covid-19 vaccine acceptance- lessons learned from covid-19 vaccine outcomes- discouraging the public from seeking alternatives to vaccines- minimum sample size for statistical significance- what is covid-19 misinformation?- the evolution of science during covid- how communities can advocate for themselves during pandemics- how to prepare for future pandemics...and so much more!Additional Resources:"COVID-19: Surviving A Pandemic" by J. Michael RyanConnect with Prativa:Website: https://www.prativabaral.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/tivabaralFeel free to reach out on:LinkedInFacebookInstagramLeave a rating and a review:iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/covid-19-mishandling-mistrust-and-misinformation-w/id1614151066?i=1000607517678Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3BXsiNQajkLatHE3GITu9tYouTube: https://youtu.be/ZK_osB9dtT4

Are you using ALL the Laws of the Universe to your advantage? Some have wondered if the teachings of global phenomenon that is the movie 'The Secret' do work.Alex Quinn, is the CEO of Dream Warriors Coaching, PGI (Proctor Gallagher Institute) Consultant and former CPA at one of the Big 4 Accounting firms. She grew up around circumstances which gave her the idea that she was never enough, which led to her people pleasing. Alex's journey led her to discovering the teachings of one of the most prolific Human Potential experts in the world - Bob Proctor. He is one of the teachers of the movie, 'The Secret'.Led by the legendary Bob Proctor and his brilliant business partner Sandy Gallagher, the Proctor Gallagher Institute helps people get in touch with themselves—who they are, what they’re capable of and what they want in life. They offer events, programs and products—all based on decades of research, study and application—to elevate people’s thoughts and bring their genius to the surface.The Proctor Gallagher Institute is dedicated to waking the world up so more people can reach their potential and live the way they truly want to live – through shifting paradigms.In 1961, Bob Proctor started studying “Think and Grow Rich” and it transformed his life. Bob listened to Earl Nightingale’s condensed recording of the book thousands of times. Then, he worked shoulder-to-shoulder with Earl Nightingale at Nightingale-Conant from 1968 to 1973, before starting his own personal development company. On this episode, Alex shares how she felt she had to work harder than anyone else in order to constantly prove herself. This started from her schooling life all the way to her career. She details her self-discovery journey that became a necessity after missing a number of key life moments. Listen as Alex shares:- how people pleasing leads to burnout- the power of your subconscious mind- how to reprogram your subconscious mind to get what you want- how we assign meaning to our experiences- how perception is not reality- the downsides to playing it safe and why you should take more risks- more fundamental Laws of the Universe- how to use the Law of Vibration to your benefit- how a paradigm shift changes your life- how affirmations reprogram your subconscious mind- how to use the 12 Laws of the Universe to improve your life- how to turn a setback into an opportunity- how the past and future cause unhappiness and anxiety... and so much more!Connect with AlexWebsiteAdditional Resources:"You Were Born Rich" by Bob Proctor"Step-by-Step Visualizing, Manifesting And Gratitude" w/ John C. MorleyConnect with me on:FacebookInstagramEmail: [email protected] subscribe to our podcast and leave a rating and a review. Thank you :)Leave a rating and a review on iTunes and Spotify:iTunesSpotify

Are podcasts becoming the brands for new creators?Vinnie Potestivo is an industry-leading media and an Emmy Award-winning Media Advisor who helps clients build and maintain the media platform they need to reach and sustain their goals. With over 25 years of experience, he and his team at VPE.TV have become well-trusted connectors who sell, develop, produce, launch, distribute, and amplify some of the most talked-about original series & talent brands in modern pop culture - even podcasts! As a television network exec at MTV Networks (98-07) he discovered talent and helped brands and business owners become hosts, stars, and producers of their own TV series.Personal brands Vinnie has helped elevate through the use of original content include Mandy Moore, Ashton Kutcher, Jessica Simpson, Ashlee Simpson, Tyrese Gibson, Lauren Conrad, Diane von Furstenberg, Rob Lowe, Danielle Fishel, Peter Thomas Roth, Kelly Osbourne, Kristin Cavallari, Nasir “Nas” Jones, Molly Sims, Vanessa Lachey, Susie Castillo, Damien Fahey, Quddus, Suchin Pak, Gideon Yago, Will.i.am, Hilary Duff among others.Corporate brands VPE: Vinnie Potestivo Entertainment, Inc. (vpetalent.com) has worked closely with include Macy’s, Samsung, Nikon, MLB, Peter Thomas Roth, June Jacobs Spa, Naturally Serious Skin, Kiehl’s, Hope Fragrances.I Have A Podcast with Vinnie Potestivo, a collection of conversations with celebrities and creatives who aim to inspire us in our everyday lives, can be found on Apple Podcasts and anywhere else you listen to yours. IHAP’s companion video series. I Have A Podcast on Television can be seen Thursdays on DirectTV, Distro TV, and Channel 285 on STIRR via bspoketv.Vinnie is also the Editor-in-Chief of ihaveapodcast.com, a Google News source that connects independent creators with opportunities to grow their careers and get discovered.Listen as Vinnie shares:- lessons from entertainment industry titans- his legacy from creating popular Reality TV shows- the Ownership Economy and empowering creators- how to turn a podcast into a TV show- the acronym 'WALTER' in entertainment- YouTube's influence on music and content creation- the origin of rss and its creation for audio files- how creative entrepreneurship creates better relationships- adding your podcast to blockchain for wider distribution - submitting your podcast to IMDB- how to protect your digital content and IP- how to stand out and be memorable...and so much more!Connect with Vinnie:LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/vinniepotestivoYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxuqVHZH5TmtAWGX35Am8pQAdditional Resources:"Public Relations And Media Management" w/ Brian Scott GrossConnect with me on:LinkedInFacebookInstagramLeave a rating and a review:iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-increase-brand-visibility-and-awareness-w/id1614151066?i=1000606450271Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4nZTFqCYBsnD1ttTvKJpspYouTube: https://youtu.be/m2d_juDW8JI

What is challenging about being a middle level manager?Shauna Vassell, CEO & Founder of Koncaved Leadership and host of the Scale To Grow Podcast. She helps middle managers unlock their leadership potential and build better teams. Her clients come from a variety of industries, including financial services, advertising and marketing, gaming, government, manufacturing, construction, and not-for-profit.If you aspire for more in your career, want to be effective in your role as a leader, Shauna is here to guide you through your journey. She is on a mission to help you achieve the success you envision for yourself.As a former change practitioner, she knows that everyone's rate of change varies. Using proven frameworks, she designs solutions to help you level up and see results faster. Shauna also facilitates customized workshops for organizations based on their needs. She understands that leadership is so much more than just employee engagement.Managers, directors, and business owners work with her to build more confidence, define their leadership style, grow a cohesive team, improve their performance, and become more effective leaders. Her career spanning over 25 years in various industries is why she is able to understand exactly what her clients are experiencing and how best to help them navigate change and thrive in their roles.Shauna takes a very practical approach to career development. She focuses on finding and understanding blind spots and develop the skills and strategies to create key relationships, manage time efficiently, delegate effectively, and build and nurture a high-performing and motivated team.Listen as Shauna shares:- how middle managers face pressure from all sides- how middle managers have very little opportunity for advancement- why delegating effectively is crucial for middle managers- how middle managers can deal with constant change- effects of lack of clarity from top management- why self-awareness is crucial- how to understand yourself and your compass- Power vs Influence and how they impact leadership- the 3 core questions to ask at a performance review- the causes of conflict and how to address them- how to avoid the pitfalls of the Peter Principle- how to take control of your own career development- how to solidify your value piece in the organization- how active listening improves leadership skills, teamwork and collaboration- the benefits of clear and effective communication...and so much more!Connect with Shauna:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaunav/Website: https://www.koncaved.comPodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ye/podcast/scale-to-grow/id1574974576Additional Resources:"Why Being A Middle Manager Is So Exhausting" - Harvard Business ReviewConnect with me:LinkedInFacebookInstagramLeave a rating and a review:iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/why-middle-management-is-the-hardest-job-w-shauna-vassell/id1614151066?i=1000606095858Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/272YsDKzX14oC17eot5OkCYouTube: https://youtu.be/htnUjwSNVhI

How can teams collaborate seamlessly in the hybrid work environment?Dave is a nationally recognized trainer, facilitator and speaker. He is the Founder and CEO of Oak and Reeds, which offers practical communication training to clients including Lyft, Nike, CBRE, the Kellogg School of Management and more. He is also an Executive Coach and specializes in soft skills.The Oak and Reeds team trains individuals and teams in the art of communication, collaboration and facilitation. The team provides practical business training in effective, affordable and fun formats. This they do by combining roven learning strategies with improv comedy techniques to help businesses across industries solve common organizational challenges in creative ways.Previously, Dave worked at AECOM Strategy Plus, where he developed workplace strategy, change management and virtual collaboration services for government, technology and university clients. He is also an accomplished improvisor. Along with his teammates, he won the National Collegiate Improv Tournament, has headlined shows and festivals across the country, and coached hundreds of people in the art of improvised comedy.Oak and Reeds works with clients to find innovative ways to develop practical communication, collaboration and speaking skills through the use of interactive (virtual) training. Like Aesop's fable about the Oak and the Reeds, they believe that modern organizational cultures must teach and actively practice advanced communication and collaboration skills to be flexible enough to survive and thrive through any storm.The training content includes: - Leading Teams Through Change- Manager Skills for Virtual Teams- Interview Skills- Virtual Communication Skills for High-Performing Teams- Storytelling for Influence- Custom Team-Building and Visioning WorkshopsOn this episode, Dave shares how he and his team provide training to improve virtual collaboration skills and overcome the challenges of working in distributed teams in virtual and hybrid environments.Listen as Dave shares:- the 'Yes And' improv rule and technique- the benefits of empathy in leadership- how to apply the 3 levels of listening- reading digital body language in virtual meetings- how to make Zoom meetings to be more collaborative- designing a high-level individual contributor career path- how to set expectations and goals for virtual meetings- virtual meeting etiquette and it needs to be communicated clearly- identifying the underlying symptoms of conflict- how to master public speaking in a virtual world- storytelling tips for virtual presentations- how to give effective, healthy feedback- quality team building activities- how leaders can encourage the advancement of bold ideas...and so much more!Connect with Dave:Website: https://www.oakandreeds.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/oak-and-reeds/Email: [email protected] a Compelling Speaker:Use the code ROBERTA to get 20% offhttps://www.compellingspeaker.com/a/2147634219/QLj9VdCbConnect with me / FREE Consultation:Email: [email protected]://calendly.com/eloquent-speakers_club/meetings-consultations?month=2023-09Leave a rating and a review:iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-ways-to-empower-your-team-w-dave-collins/id1614151066?i=1000605340867Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1L2pRPxHG8UQJk5OAVLwF4YouTube: https://youtu.be/NN5pL9gjXEk