"I'm Jeremy and I am an imposter"...sounds like a self help group, doesn't it?

Do you want to learn to streamline your communication? Make it simpler and more concise? That's what Geoff Weinstein talks about in this episode.

Jeff Weinstein, a communications coach and author, shares his journey into the field of communication and the importance of effective communication in maximizing productivity. He emphasizes the impact of vulnerability and fear of public speaking on our ability to communicate.

Geoff focuses on lean communication, which involves making communication more efficient and effective. He discusses the challenges of email overload and the need to prioritize and streamline communication. Jeff also explores the role of AI in communication and the importance of cutting out fluff to deliver clear and concise messages.

Learn more about him and his book "Buried Alive: Digging your way out to clear communication" at

https://www.geoffweinstein.com/

Chapters

00:00 The Journey into Communication and the Fear of Vulnerability

03:57 The Importance of Learning Communication Skills

06:40 Understanding Lean Communication

13:22 The Role of Technology in Communication

21:35 Using AI as a thought partner

Takeaways

Effective communication is essential for maximizing productivity.

Vulnerability and fear of public speaking can hinder our ability to communicate effectively.

Lean communication focuses on making communication more efficient and effective.

Email overload is a common challenge that can be addressed by prioritizing and streamlining communication.

AI can be a valuable tool for brainstorming and content creation, but human input and critical thinking are still necessary.

Cutting out fluff and delivering clear and concise messages is crucial for effective communication.

Sound Bites

"I didn't do any of the stuff that he did here, I didn't prepare, I didn't memorize, I don't even really have a good script to read out."

"You need to learn how to parlay your expertise into a language that others can understand."

"Email is anything, but lean. Email is full of waste that needs to be stripped out."

Have you ever thought you were the only person in the room who didn't understand something...but when you asked the questions, found that that no one else understood it either?

Asking questions requires confidence and can lead to valuable insights and opportunities. Many people are hesitant to ask questions, but those who do often gain respect and create a more open and collaborative environment. Good questions go beyond surface-level understanding and can lead to deeper discussions and problem-solving. It is important to ask questions that are relevant, thoughtful, and show a level of understanding. Handling questions well also requires confidence and the ability to address challenging inquiries. Dismissing or avoiding questions can indicate a lack of confidence or understanding. Asking and answering questions effectively can make a positive impression in job interviews and business meetings.

If you would like to speak with Jeremy in person on this or any other topic, reach out to him at

www.NeuroConversantLeadership.com

Chapters

00:30 The Importance of Asking Questions

02:11 The Confidence to Ask Questions

3:02 Is there such a thing as a dumb question?

04:10 Asking Good Questions

07:15 Handling Challenging Questions

08:45 The Impact of Questions in Job Interviews and Business Meetings

Takeaways

Asking questions requires confidence and can lead to valuable insights and opportunities.

Good questions go beyond surface-level understanding and can lead to deeper discussions and problem-solving.

Handling questions well also requires confidence and the ability to address challenging inquiries.

Dismissing or avoiding questions can indicate a lack of confidence or understanding.

Asking and answering questions effectively can make a positive impression in job interviews and business meetings.

Sound Bites

"I didn't know what duration was, so I leaned over and I asked a very experienced advisor next to me, I said, what does duration mean? And he looked at me and said, it's tough to explain."

"He was so confident that he knew a lot of things that if he didn't know the answer, it was a good question."

"If you're asking a question out of laziness, it may not be a dumb question, but it's not a good one."

www.TrentTheroux.com

Takeaways

Communication is essential in accounting, and accountants can improve their communication skills through practice and specialization.

Creating one-minute stories with a head, heart, humor, and hard-hitting elements can make communication more engaging and memorable.

Exercise, such as running or swimming, can help organize thoughts and reduce filler words in presentations.

Storytelling is a powerful tool in communication, allowing complex ideas to be understood by a wider audience.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

00:36 The Importance of Communication in Accounting

03:19 Specializing and Building Expertise

04:02 The Power of Confidence in Communication

06:09 Creating One-Minute Stories

07:39 Practicing and Using Stories in Networking

10:00 Using Personal Traits to Develop Stories

11:52 The Power of Storytelling in Communication

13:15 Finding Inspiration and Ideas through Exercise

15:20 Organizing Thoughts and Eliminating Filler Words

18:09 The Importance of Practice in Communication

19:36 Trent's Books and Podcast

23:05 Trent's Swimming Achievements

27:06 The Joy of Watching Children

29:28 Antonin Scalia as a Great Communicator

30:40 Creating One-Minute Stories as Communication Advice

31:01 How to Learn More about Trent

In this episode, Jeremy discusses how people use labels to win political arguments and the negative impact of weaponizing words. He shares personal experiences where labels were used against him and emphasizes the importance of avoiding labels in conversations. Jeremy encourages listeners to focus on specific topics and avoid broad assumptions. He also asks for listeners' help in sharing interesting bromides for a future episode.

Chapters:

00:42 Why politicians use labels

01:36 Weaponize vs. Weaponise

02:05 Being labelled a "Fan of Ayn Rand"

03:05 "I know all I need to know..."

04:08 Political debate and being labelled a "liberal"

06:03 Challenge not to use labels

06:50 Future episode on Bromides...I need your help!

Takeaways

Labels are often used in politics to paint a broad picture of opponents and avoid discussing actual issues.

Labels can carry assumptions and baggage that hinder productive conversations.

Avoid using labels in conversations and ask others to clarify what they mean by a label.

Focus on specific topics and avoid broad assumptions when discussing politics or contentious subjects.

Bromides, or common sayings, can be unhelpful and prevent meaningful discussions.

Keywords

labels, political arguments, weaponizing words, assumptions, conversations, bromides

Brendan Kumarasami, founder of MasterTalk, shares his journey from studying accounting to becoming a speech coach. He discusses the importance of communication skills for STEM professionals and offers three key tips: the random word exercise, the question drill, and the video message. Brendan emphasizes the need for engineers to develop their communication skills in order to advance in their careers and become effective leaders. He also highlights the importance of motivation in overcoming communication challenges.

Learn more about Brenden at https://www.rockstarcommunicator.com/

where you can sign up for a free online workshop.

Or you can send him a message on Instagram at

https://www.instagram.com/masteryourtalk/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

01:06 Discovering a Passion for Communication

03:00 The Importance of Adaptability in Business

03:29 The Challenge of Open-Mindedness

04:26 The Evolution of MasterTalk

05:25 Targeting Specific Clientele

06:19 Becoming a 1% Communicator

07:33 The Random Word Exercise

08:52 The Question Drill

10:38 The Video Message

12:23 The ACE Framework for Meetings

13:42 Reflecting on Difficult Questions

14:48 Getting to the Point in Communication

17:00 The Three Balls to Juggle in Communication

19:07 Overcoming the Fear of Extemporaneous Speaking

20:14 Stepping Out of Comfort Zones

21:46 The Importance of Communication in STEM Fields

25:31 Favorite and Dream Travel Destinations

26:34 Favorite Communicator: Tony Robbins

29:19 How to Connect with Brendan

Takeaways

Developing communication skills is crucial for STEM professionals to advance in their careers and become effective leaders.

Three key tips for improving communication skills: the random word exercise, the question drill, and the video message.

Motivation plays a significant role in overcoming communication challenges.

Effective communication involves acknowledging, counting, and evaluating updates in meetings, as well as actively listening and asking meaningful questions.

Tony Robbins is recognized as a great communicator for his ability to engage and energize audiences.

Reflecting on how your life would change as an exceptional communicator can provide intrinsic motivation to improve.

Keywords

communication skills, STEM professionals, speech coaching, random word exercise, question drill, video message, motivation

Triggers, like stress, can be good or bad. They are stimuli that spark intense emotions. Negative triggers can be caused by various factors, such as past experiences or body image issues. In conversations, common triggers include feeling invisible, dismissed, or controlled. It is important to be mindful of the impact of our words and to ask questions to clarify intentions. When triggered, taking deep breaths and asking oneself and the other person questions can help diffuse the situation. Positive triggers, such as certain smells or music, can also evoke strong emotions.

Chapters

00:51 Triggers, like stress, can be good OR bad

02:01 Common triggers in conversation

04:07 The Impact of Triggers

07:32 Some Positive Triggers

Carlos Alvarenga, author of The Rules of Persuasion,

Learn more about Carlos at

https://www.carlosalvarenga.com/

Sound Bites

"Persuasion is chemistry with language."

"The words in the card that were printed at the factory

"Think about what must be true in order for any message

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

01:22 The Journey to Writing The Rules of Persuasion

04:31 The Need for Persuasion in the STEM Fields

06:35 The Definition of Persuasion

07:41 The Three Modes of Persuasion

09:35 The Innate and Learned Skills of Persuasion

10:42 The Dark Side of Persuasion

12:05 Using Persuasion to Interpret Political Messages

12:54 The Transition from Technical Expertise to Leadership

17:07 The Power of Personal Stories in Persuasion

24:31 The Difference Between Sentimentality and Authentic Emotion

24:38 Tailoring Communication for Different Audiences

27:07 Three traits in a great communicator

29:24 Simple vs. Easy

31:31 Conclusion and How to Connect with Carlos Alvarenga

In this episode, Jeremy discusses the popularity of the TV show 'The Big Bang Theory' and how it resonates with viewers because of the unique and quirky characters. He emphasizes that everyone is unique and encourages embracing and understanding the differences in others. Jeremy suggests two courses of action: embracing differences by finding out what others are passionate about and why, and finding your own people by joining specific interest groups. By doing so, you can discover hidden overlaps and build connections with others.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

01:42 The Appeal of Unique and Quirky Characters

3:53 Two courses of Action

3;55 First - find the overlap

7:10 Second - find your people

09:15 Conclusion

Summary

Nic Redman, a spoken voice and recording coach, discusses the importance of voice training and communication in corporate environments. She emphasizes the need to focus on the impact and emotional connection in communication rather than just the technical aspects. Redman highlights the significance of vocal warm-ups to prepare the voice and release tension. She suggests quick and easy exercises that can be done anywhere. Redman also emphasizes the holistic nature of voice, involving the body, mind, and breath. She explains how pitch and variety play a role in effective communication, and encourages authentic expression to make the listener feel something. The principal themes of the conversation are the connection between voice and childhood habits, the importance of releasing tension and exploring vocal expression, and the value of authenticity in communication. The speaker emphasizes that childhood experiences and upbringing can shape one's voice and professional path. They also discuss the need to release tension and explore dormant aspects of the voice to achieve vocal variety and movement. The speaker provides exercises for tongue and jaw release. They advocate for valuing one's own voice and using it authentically in corporate environments.

Find out more about Nic at

https://nicolaredman.com/on-the-mic-book/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nic-redman-voice-podcast-recording-coach

https://www.instagram.com/nicredvoice/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

01:26 The Importance of Emotional Impact in Communication

06:22 Silent Warm-up Exercises for Public Settings

08:11 The Connection Between Voice Warm-ups and Tension Release

09:16 Relaxing into Communication and Overcoming Nervousness

11:03 The Relationship Between Tension and Pitch

12:27 The Importance of Variety in Communication

16:10 Expressiveness and Releasing Emotion in Communication

19:09 Exercises for Releasing Tongue and Jaw Tension

24:14 Finding Nic Redman and Her Work

26:07 Favorite Travel Destinations

27:25 A Fantastic Communicator: Mari Black

28:45 Valuing Your Presence in Communication

29:59 Please give me a review!