Judith Humphrey is the founder of The Humphrey Group, a premier leadership communications firm. She is a communications expert whose business teaches global clients how to communicate as confident and compelling leaders. Judith is the author of three books including the upcoming “Impromptu: Leading in the Moment”, an acclaimed speaker, and a columnist for Fast Company. And in 2012, Judith was the recipient of the prestigious YWCA Women of Distinction Award for Entrepreneurship.

What you'll learn about in this episode:

• The importance of making your message inspirational to the audience
• Why inspirational leadership is critical
• Why leadership today has nothing to do with your title, your rank, or your power
• Why Judith felt it was important to write her latest book “Impromptu: Leading in the Moment”
• Why business owners need to train and prepare themselves for impromptu speaking
• Why listening is very important in impromptu speaking
• The importance of knowing your audience and reading them well
• Judith explains the 4-part template for structuring the leader script
• Why communication is the most important skill when running a business
• Why you should always prepare to be spontaneous in your role as an entrepreneur

Ways to contact Judith:

• Website: www.judithhumphrey.com
• Book: Impromptu: Leading in the Moment
• Twitter: @Judith_Humphrey