Donna Peters interviews Professional Actor and Communications Coach, Connan Morrissey.  Connan has performed on stage across the US in leading roles and coaches executives and next-generation leaders on executive presence and how to have impactful communications.  She has an MFA in Acting from UNC-Chapel Hill.  

HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE EPISODE

• Communication skills are just like any skill--you need to practice to build the muscle
• GOOD communication is clear, intentional, knowledgeable.   EXCELLENT communication transforms the audience, is confident, humorous and uniquely YOU
• Rehearse literally means "to re-hear."  Rehearse your story.  In high stake situations.  Don't memorize it.
• How to give and receive feedback on Communication skills
• Add someone to your personal Board of Directors when you're ready to work your Communications skills.  
• Think of your audience as your customer.  Be customer-centric as you prep.
• Tips for taking the focus off of yourself and worrying "what do I do with my hands"
• All this video time is good and forces us to be more succinct and direct
• Connan's Core Values: Curiosity, Connection and Adventure

Connan recommends the following resources to watch and learn from EXCELLENT communication and storytelling:

@sirpatstew  - SIr Patrick Stewart Reads Shakespeare's Sonnets on TwitterLiz Lerman - www.lizlerman.com  - Liz Lerman’s Critical ResponseFather Greg Boyle - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ipR0kWt1Fkc.   His book is Tattoos on the Heart https://www.amazon.com/Tattoos-Heart-Power-Boundless-Compassion/dp/1439153159

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