Speak As Well As You Think

Speak As Well As You Think

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Speak As Well As You Think episodes

  • Biggest Communication Struggles

    This month we're keeping it open-ended and talking through some of the biggest communication struggles each of us has faced (that some of you may have too!).

    We touch on:

    1. Practicing the skills when you don't have 'formal presentations'
    2. Speaking up and finding the confidence to know you deserve a seat at the table
    3. Discussing the impact of both the message and your physical and vocal skills - yes, your listeners are interested in the message, but the skills will determine how much they retain
    46 min
  • Social Media & Business Communication

    Welcome back to another year of the Speak As Well As You Think Podcast!

    This month we're covering social media and how to think about it through the lens of business communications. We'll discuss how social media has changed the way we communicate, the impact it has on business (from the business's side as well as the consumer/client), and the pros and cons of using it.

    38 min
  • Non-Verbal Communication Skills

    This month we're back to talk about non-verbal communication skills. We'll discuss what they are, their importance, and how to use them. We'll also discuss how we can flex them in different settings in addition to different cultures.

    32 min
  • Rehearsal Habits of Effective Speakers
    This month Jacqueline Farrington, founder of Farrington Partners and previous TEDx speaker coach, joins the team to talk about rehearsal habits that effective speakers use to prepare. We'll discuss why practicing is so important, the best steps for rehearsing effectively, how to manage nervousness and practice with it in your routine, and finally when to start practicing.
    50 min
  • Confidence In Communication
    This month our team is discussing confidence. We discuss why it's important for effective communication and how it can be built when you don't naturally feel you have it. We then discuss specific ways you can practice weekly to improve your own confidence. We wrap the episode up by talking about nervousness and how to use confidence to overcome it.
    30 min
  • The Competency Model for Skill Development
    This month's episode is really exciting because we're talking about learning new behaviors or skills via the competency model. We'll talk about why people avoid learning new things because they don't want to feel like a beginner. We'll define the competency model, how it works, and why we can't skip steps in the process. And then we'll dive into how to identify a skill gap, and how to go about improving it.
    41 min
  • The Digital Age of Communication
    This month we're talking about digital communication and how it's evolved over the years. We are in the digital communication age and there are plenty of benefits to being here, but we'll also discuss some of the downfalls. We'll provide some ways you can continue to grow with this style of communication, but others to keep in your toolbox that can be just as, if not more, effective.
    29 min
  • How to use persuasion & influence in business
    In this month's episode, we're going to discuss:
    1. The differences between persuasion and influence.
    2. How to improve your ability to influence.
    3. Why persuasion is necessary and how to do it tactfully based on your audience.
    4. What persuading and influencing can look like, and the benefits of using both.
    20 min
  • Entertainment & Presenting: Can we do both?
    This month we're back to talk about entertainment and presenting, and how you can use both to your advantage! We discuss why entertainment is important, what different kinds of play look like, and how to consider your options based on your audience. Listen in for tips on how to begin incorporating them now.
    23 min
  • Conversational Communication
    This month, John, Matt, and I discussed conversational communication. Listen in to hear:
    1. When you should use conversational communication and when to be cautious of sounding too casual.
    2. How to match and read the tone of the person or people you're speaking with.
    3. How to improve your conversational communication abilities.
    Interested in hearing other communications topics? Email and let us know!
    25 min

About Speak As Well As You Think

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Welcome to the Speak As Well As You Think podcast, brought to you by Vautier Communications. I’m your host, Jenn Alex. The goal of this show is to uncover communication strategies and behaviors you…