"Can we just get along"  A return to civility.  Welcome back to the Superstar Communicator podcast! In today's episode, hosts Susan Heaton-Wright and Nick Simon are joined by special guest Diana Peterson More, a best-selling author and former employment lawyer. Together, they delve into the art of civil dialogue and the return to civility in today's challenging times. Diana shares insightful strategies for effective communication, using personal anecdotes and practical advice to navigate...

The power of videos for human connection In this episode of Superstar Communicator, hosts Susan Heaton-Wright and Nick Simon delve into the power of videos for human connection. They explore how videos can be used to connect with others in a digital world, the importance of storytelling through videos, and the impact of video length on audience engagement. Nick shares insights from his experience in editing videos for clients and highlights the significance of platforms like LinkedIn and...

Communicating remotely when you work remotely or leading remote teams In this episode of the Superstar Communicator podcast, hosts Nick Simon and Susan Heaton-Wright delve into the world of remote work and leading remote teams. They discuss the challenges and benefits of working remotely, sharing expert insights and personal experiences. From communication tools and managing expectations to building trust and mutual respect, they provide valuable tips for both remote workers and leaders....

Is International Women’s Day still  relevant for young people   INTRODUCTION Welcome to another episode of the Superstar Communicator podcast, where today we delve into the ongoing relevance of International Women's Day for young people. Hosted by Nick Simon and Susan Heaton-Wright, this episode explores recent events, including a controversial remark from Boris Johnson and the theme of "Inspire Inclusion" for this year's International Women's Day. Join us as we discuss the need for...

Welcome to another episode of the Superstar Communicator podcast! In this episode, we delve into the power of mentoring with our special guest, Michelle Connolly, a senior manager at Pfizer and a women's mentoring program director. Together with our hosts, Susan Heaton-Wright and Nick Simon, we explore the significant benefits of mentoring such as increasing engagement, personalized customer experiences, and team retention. We discuss the importance of women's mentoring programs in providing...

Introduction: Welcome to the SuperStar Communicator podcast! In today's episode, we delve into "The Power of the Outsider" with our special guest, Samuel Kasumu. Tune in as we navigate through these challenges and explore the incredible insights that Samuel brings to the table. Samuel is a remarkable social entrepreneur, commentator, and strategist, having served as a special adviser to Prime Minister Boris Johnson, focusing on civil society and communities. As the most senior black adviser...

Welcome back to another episode of the Superstar Communicator podcast, where we delve into the fascinating world of cross-cultural communication. In today's episode, our hosts, Susan Heaton-Wright and Nick Simon, are joined by special guest Michael Gates, a renowned authority on understanding different cultures. Michael brings over 30 years of experience in the field of cross-culture, and in this episode, he shares valuable insights on mastering cross-cultural communication. Throughout the...

Welcome to the SuperStar Communicator podcast! In this episode, we dive into a thought-provoking conversation on International Men's Day with special guest, Mike Pagan. Together with Susan Heaton-Wright and Nick Simon, Mike shares his insights on the importance of peer support, mental wealth for men, and the impact of social media on mental health. We explore personal stories, practical tips, and expert advice on creating a supportive network, prioritizing self-care, and navigating the...

Welcome to another exciting episode of the SuperStar Communicator podcast, where we delve into the world of business, communication, and success. Today, we have the privilege of hosting the incredible Jeffrey Hayzlett, a renowned business expert and media personality. In this episode, Jeffrey shares invaluable insights on why radical humility is the key to success. He reveals how building a strong brand, creating engaging content, and connecting with your audience can propel you to new...

Celebrating the 30 Day Plan from SuperStar Communicator Introduction: Hello, everybody. It is a very exciting day because I am am launching the Superstar communicator 30 day plan. And very exciting. I have have contributed to other books in the past, which has been a huge honor but this is my first one of a number that I'll planned. And I have my partner in crime from podcasting. Nick Simon, who's gonna ask me some questions about the superstar communicator 30 day plan. Key points from the...

"On this episode of SuperStar Communicator, our hosts Susan Heaton-Wright and Nick Simon are joined by the renowned speaker and pitch coach, Sam Horn. In this episode, Sam shares a powerful technique on what to say in the first 60 seconds of a presentation, pitch, or negotiation that will captivate your audience, earn their respect, and generate buy-in. She encourages listeners to shape behavior rather than shame it, and shares practical tips on how to introduce oneself effectively and...

On this episode of SuperStar Communicator podcast, host Susan Heaton-Wright  interviews Angela Johnson, a certified Scrum trainer and author. They discuss the importance of trust and communication in building strong teams, particularly in the context of implementing Scrum and Agile methods. Angela shares her experience teaching virtual classes during the pandemic, detailing how her organization had to quickly adapt and pivot to virtual teaching to stay afloat. She highlights the challenges of...

On this episode of SuperStar Communicator titled host Susan Heaton-Wright and co-host Nick Simon engage in a live discussion with guest Raquel Ark. The episode dives deep into the importance of listening in leadership and creative problem-solving. The episode highlights the episodic nature of listening, with moments of focused attention being crucial. Listeners are encouraged to pay attention to when they listen at their best and recreate those conditions to foster effective listening....

On this episode of the SuperStar Communicator podcast, we dive into the world of neurodiversity and communication with guest Diva Dias. Diva believes that those who are neurodiverse have a unique superpower when it comes to communication due to their curiosity and open-mindedness. This perspective also allows them to look at situations in multiple ways, leading to creative solutions that others may not consider. Diva also discusses the role of AI in emotional intelligence and why we should...

On this episode of SuperStar Communicator, we explore the importance of presenting the best version of yourself in business conversations, focusing on public speaking. Our expert guest shares tips on how to cater to diverse audiences, including summarizing your speech beforehand and using interactive polls to keep audiences engaged. We also dive into nonverbal communication, overcoming mental blocks, and the changing landscape of public speaking, including the rise of virtual events and the...

In this episode of the Superstar Communicator podcast, negotiation and body language expert, Greg Williams, sat down with hosts Susan and Nick Simon from "Superstar Communicator" to discuss tips and tricks for successful negotiations. From the importance of compromising to the power of observing body language, Greg shares insights from his 30 years of experience and Harvard training. The episode covers negotiation strategies such as using silence, taking breaks, and stalling tactics, as well...

In an increasingly virtual world, we all need to be aware of effective ways to communicate on video. We were joined by Tim Kovoor who is based in London but has lived and worked cross-culturally and multilingually around the world. Communication has been a lifelong passion. Tim is now a key part of the growth team at tech company Quench: connecting the world's top experts with companies and their employees through video learning and consulting services. This is a content packed interview;...

We are delighted to host a discussion with Colette Cooper, Client Services Director at Cariad Marketing. An Award-winning Hertfordshire digital marketing agency. With a passion for helping SME's compete with the online giants, Colette is the most often the first person people see for help with their marketing. With over 20 years of Sales and Marketing experience, Colette is a a hybrid professional who is good at sales, marketing and leadership. We discuss top tips on how to build successful...

With International Women's Day on 8th March this is a good time to remind everyone the power of a wide range of different speakers at events. I am joined by Mette Johansson, a leading Diversity leadership consultant and founder of Keynote women speakers. During the discussion we covered: Why having a diverse line up in events is so important How we can find diverse speakers for events what we can do to challenge event organisers to have more diverse speakers at events DOWNLOAD THE...

Bob Ferguson is an Engineer by profession who now supports technical experts to make a positive impact when they present and pitch. We discuss how technical experts NEED to be heard. And Bob shares some top tips to being more impactful when discussing technical topics. Here are three highlights. 1. Try not to rely on powerpoint slides and specifically slides full of information. You will overwhelm your audience. 2. Learn to summarise key points for the audience. This will generate interest...

In 2022, there was an incident at the Oscars where Will Smith hit the compere Chris Rock, when Rock made a derogatory comment about Smith's wife. This was shocking to see. I am joined by international executive coach, Carol Stewart We discuss why this incident was so shocking and what we can learn from this as leaders. Some key points include: 1. Why both men were at fault in this incident. 2. How a pause and a verbal response would be far more effective 3. How as leaders we should be...

international men's day  is  on 19th November. Not only should we celebrate the men in our lives we should also support  them. I  am joined by Dave Algeo who supports men with their health and mental health. We discuss a number of topics including how we can reach  out  to men who might find it  difficult to discuss their feelings. This is full of content but some key points are: 1. Men will often use humour or alcohol to hide their feelings 2. Remembering to 'nudge' regularly to remind men...

We are joined by Dr Paddy Ross, Associate director of psychology at Durham University. Paddy has done a lot of work on how children learn to read emotions. He highlights the fact that before a certain age, sound is more important than non-verbal cues. We don't exclusively communicate with what we say but how we say it - and hand gestures, facial expressions and body language play a big role in this. Some highlights include: 1. Wearing a mask (during covid) or not makes little difference in...

Do you wish to engage and make more impact with international clients? In this podcast episode Susan Heaton-Wright shares top tips and case studies to ensure you have invaluable engagement with your clients; whether they speak English as their first language or not. She uses examples of working with clients in North America, the Middle East and Myanmar. Tips include: * Modifying the way you speak and the language you use to ensure everyone understands you. * Read the room; be aware of what...