Today, I'm joined by Olivia Savage, a culture and capabilities leader with more than 20 years of experience in shaping organizational success. Olivia shares how a great communicator is like a chameleon, discusses why storytelling is so important, provides example of the power of emotional intelligence. Let’s dive in!

Today, I'm joined by Candy Motzek, a former engineer and senior leader turned business coach for coaches. Candy takes us on her transformative journey from engineering and corporate real estate to empowering others through coaching, highlighting the critical role of communication, connection, and deep listening. Tune in as we explore how intentional communication can drive both professional success and personal fulfillment. Let’s dive in!

Today, I'm joined by Ksenia Zaykova, Chief Communications Officer at AngelsDeck Global Ventures and Founder of Node Communications. Ksenia is renowned for her strategic approach to communications. In our conversation today, we’ll explore the pivotal role of active listening, the importance of audience awareness, and the influence of empathy on effective communication. Let’s dive in.

Treat others the way they need to be treated. An interesting twist on the Golden Rule and great advice from my guest this episode, Will Giangrande. Will is a certified facilitator for Take Flight Leaning where he helps his clients drive workplace culture improvements. In this episode we talk about how understanding personality styles can help you tailor your messages, the critical role preparation plays in effective communication, and how to navigate all various communication channels...

Today, I’m thrilled to have Molly McGrath on the show. Molly is a powerhouse in leadership development and team management, with a unique talent for turning struggling teams into cohesive, high-performing units. In this episode, we explore how clear and consistent communication can transform your leadership style and create a culture where teams not only survive but thrive. Molly shares her proven strategies for building trust, fostering collaboration, and ensuring that every voice on your...

Today, I’m excited to bring you a conversation with Robin Hills. Robin is the founder of EI4Change and a leading expert in emotional intelligence. He’s helped countless organizations and individuals use emotional intelligence to improve their communication, leadership, and overall performance. In this episode, Robin and I dive into how emotional intelligence can transform the way we communicate, lead, and connect with others. We’re going to talk about strategies to build self-awareness,...

I'm thrilled to bring you a conversation that could transform the way you build relationships and lead with empathy. My guest is the legendary Richard Weylman—a Hall of Fame Keynote Speaker, Customer Experience visionary, best-selling author, and former door-to-door salesman who’s seen it all. Richard shares his wisdom on why being caring, kind, and truly thoughtful is the key to creating a culture where people thrive. We'll explore the secrets to building lasting relationships and why...

“The first thing you say is rarely ever spoken.” Love this point shared by my guest this episode, James Ferguson. James is the Director of Culture for the Wurzak Hotel Group and author of The Confetti Culture Playbook. In this episode we talk about the 4 pillars of communication, effective listening, and the power of being concise. I hope you enjoy.

“Everything that is said, is said by the listener.” Absolutely love this point shared by my guest this episode, Greg Harmeyer. Greg is the Chairman and CEO of TiER1 Impact, which is an employee-owned professional services company on a mission to enable healthy, high-performing businesses through people-centric services. In this episode we talk about vision casting, communicating visually, and how to bring about clarity in your communications.

Do you have a tolerance for ambiguity? In this episode, my guest, Paula Caligiuri, talks about how this tolerance can help you improve your communication skills. Paula is a Distinguished Professor at Northeastern University and Co-Founder and CEO of Skiilify, which focuses on cultural agility. Join us as we discuss the connection between asking questions and innovation, the benefits of being patient, and why you should ask for feedback.

Be clear. Be listening. Be patient. Be aware. Great tips from my guest this episode, Alan Questel. Alan is the author of “Practice Intentional Acts of Kindness…and like yourself more.” In this episode we talk about the power of mistakes, the benefits of idle chitchat, and why it pays to be kind to yourself and others.

In this episode, we dive into the critical role of communication in the workplace. I'm thrilled to be joined by Artem Koren, Chief Product Officer and Co-founder of Sembly AI—a cutting-edge SaaS platform revolutionizing the way we conduct meetings. Join us as we uncover: - What Artem looks for in leaders and how it influences team dynamics - His unique perspective on mastering effective communication - Why communication is your most powerful tool in business Tune in to gain invaluable...

Adjust to your audience. Add value with your communications. Listen to Learn. Great advice from my guest this episode, Eileen Spencer. Eileen is a talent development leader with a proven record of tying learning strategies to business goals. In this episode we talk about providing clarity, the power of authenticity, and why you need to push yourself our of your comfort zone.

Earn your role. Model good behaviors. Share your knowledge. Fantastic advice from my guest this episode, Carlos Alvarenga, around how to grow your career. Carlos is a researcher, writer, and expert on persuasion. In this episode we talk about the rules of persuasion, why you need to know your audience, and the different types of listening.

With a constant barrage of information coming at people, how do you cut through the noise? That is exactly what my guest, Eric Henry, and I discussed in this episode. Eric is the President at Carousel Digital Signage, which is the industry leader in enterprise digital signage content management. I hope you enjoy.

Be clear, concise, charismatic, and curious. Fantastic advice from my guest, Sony Das. Sony is the Vice President of Learning and Organizational Development at Lionsgate Entertainment. In this episode we talk about humility, empowering people, and getting your key message “above the fold”.

Measure twice. Cut once. Fantastic advice for so many areas of life from my guest, Erik Algreen. Erik is the Founder and Executive Coach at Algreen & Company. In this episode we talk about resilience, managing ego, persuasion, and the power of kindness.

When it comes to interactions with your team, focus on quality over quantity. Fantastic advice from my guest, Dr. David Schreiner. Dave is the President and CEO at Katherine Shaw Bethea Hospital and author of the best-selling book “Be the Best Part of Their Day”. In this episode we talk about adopting an abundance mindset, making time in your schedule for priorities, and how to incorporate appreciative inquiry.

When delivering a speech or presentation, find your fans and make eye contact with them at the beginning. It will help reduce your nerves and get things kicked off on the right foot. Great advice from my guest, Dianna Booher. Dianna is a hall of fame speaker, bestselling author, and executive presence expert. In this episode we talk about the importance of listening, the difference between a story and an anecdote, and why you shouldn’t memorize your presentations.

In order to be a great communicator, you need to focus on connection, clarity, curiosity, and commitment. Fantastic advice from my guest, David Dye. David is the President of Let’s Grow Leaders, which provides practical leadership training and tools for human centered leaders. In this episode we discuss how to effectively share your ideas at work, the importance of having the conversation, and the 4 Cs of effective communication. I hope you enjoy.

In order to establish psychological safety, you need to be predictable, consistent, and kind. Excellent advice from my guest, Rich Carr. Rich is a learning scientist and CEO of Brain-centric, which stands at the forefront of redefining cognitive brain training for the 21st century’s innovative communicators, coaches, and educators. In this episode we discuss the importance of affect before effect, strategies to create engagement with any audience, and how to avoid amygdala hijack.

It’s the intangibles that set you apart. Excellent perspective from my guest this episode, Chrissie Fay. Chrissie is an executive search consultant and CEO of Sky Consulting Services. In this episode we talk about how to leverage communication skills for interviews, the importance of breathing, and how to know when to stop talking.

Take care of people and people will take care of you. Outstanding advice from my guest this episode, Matt Krasnoff. Matt is the Producing Branch Manager for the Krasnoff Mortgage Team at First Federal Bank. In this episode we delve into the core of authenticity, the significance of articulating your “why”, and the transformative power of genuine care. I hope you enjoy.

Leaders are great repeaters. That is something that my guest this episode, Jesse Cole, truly embodies. Jesse is the owner of the Savannah Bananas, where along with his team, they are creating the greatest show in sports. In this episode, we talk about being “fans first”, the importance of backing up your words with action, and how mindset and stories can help you achieve your vision.