LINKS IN THIS EPISODE Take my free workshop on Communication SuperSkills to change your career - https://www.greatspeech.co/workshop/ Connect with me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kolarelesonaike/ Ready to start working on your communication skills? Book in for a free Strategy Session with me to discuss what you are struggling with and how I can help - https://www.greatspeech.co/get-started/ Meetfox.com ‘greatspeech’ for a 40% discount of Pro Plan Workshop Want to start working on your public speaking? Enrol in the ‘Nail My Speech’ programme: 12 modules: 42 lessons on everything you need to be able to give a great speech or presentation - https://www.nailmyspeech.com/ We start this 'How To Series with one of the most issues clients routinely raise with me as a personal goal. How to be more authentic. Authenticity is a critical part of being a great communicator. When we perceive authenticity in someone, we trust them more and connect with them better. Honesty and sincerity are some of the buzzwords you'll hear.  In this episode, I will examine why is authenticity important what exactly is authenticityhow to become more authenticWe'll talk about congruence between your values and your conduct; how to be vulnerable the right way; how to share your true self with other people without going too far outside your comfort zone. Be sure to subscribe and share this podcast with someone you think it will help.