Speaking and Communicating Podcast

How did John Gray go from selling 20 thousands books to 50 Million? By changing the book title!

Meet James I. Bond!

James is one of America's leading behavioral management specialists, and author of the award-winning book, BRAIN GLUE - How Selling Becomes Much Easier By Making Your Ideas "Sticky." He is on a mission to simplify how you sell your ideas, products and yourself. His best-selling book, "Brain Glue" has been highly praised by Jack Canfield (Chicken Soup For The Soul), among others. 

For 13 years, James ran one of Southern California's leading Behavioral Management firms, working with a who's who of American business. Early in his career, he ran an advertising agency in Montreal, working with a wide range of Fortune 500 companies and smaller firms. He is a past workshop chairman for the resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration. He has also been a featured guest speaker at three Southern California universities, and a popular guest on a wide range of marketing and business podcasts.

Listen as he shares several tools on what you can do to name your products, business and communicate in a way that resonates with your audience.

Key Points:
- why logical reasoning does not work
- Emotional vs Logical Selling
- different ways to misinterpret the same message
- how to add perspective to your messaging
- the 14 Brain Triggers
- Brain Patterns that the brain likes
- The power and impact in asking Questions
- using Brain Glue to name your products / books / business
- Brain Glue tools for parents to communicate with their children
- how to increase Sales with Brain Glue

...and so much more!

Connect with James:
Website: https://cf.fasterbuyer.com/brain-glue

Additional Resources:
"Brain Glue" by James I. Bond on Amazon

Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7FbkVTgSkZpJsE5CsOORTh
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brain-glue-how-to-make-your-ideas-stick-w-james-i-bond/id1614151066?i=1000643694021
YouTube: https://youtu.be/8eyfjOSQoCU

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Are you struggling to retain talent? How much is it costing your organization?

Meet Douglas Brown!

Doug is and Employee Retention Specialist and the Founder of Manage2Retain. He helps managers strengthen employee relationships, cultivate positive emotions and build the rewarding connections and work experiences that increase retention and profits.

As an expert in reducing employee turnover and absenteeism, he equips business owners and senior executives with the tools to identify key retention risks, understand the impact of high turnover rates, and implement effective solutions.

Employee turnover challenges lead to high costs, profit losses and operational challenges. The constant cycle of replacing employees creates stress, doubt, and frustration that can lead to burnout and prevent executives from achieving their professional goals. 

Listen as Doug shares various employee retention strategies, the ROI on organizations that implement these and how much they save in reducing staff turnover.

Key Points:
- the cornerstones of Employee Engagement
- how the workplace keeps evolving
- what Surveys reveled about Leaders' Soft Skills
- closing the gap between Employee and Leader disconnect
- the 3 core needs of Retention
- what are Engagement Drivers?
- who is responsible for the Career Development Plan?
- conversation starters for Leaders and Employees
- factors that lead to employeed dissatisfaction

...and so much more!

Connect with Doug:
Website: https://manage2retain.com
Email: [email protected]
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-brown-b3740825a/

Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/employee-retention-strategies-w-douglas-brown/id1614151066?i=1000643387477
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4sf2iVpx40pbGCVJEeIzuc
YouTube: https://youtu.be/2qdyMDBh_XM

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Unlock the Secrets of Financial Fluency and Effective Communication!

In this eye-opening episode of the Speaking and Communicating Podcast, join us as we delve into the intricate relationship between financial literacy and communication skills with our esteemed guest, Tonya White, straight from the vibrant city of San Francisco. Tanya is not just a financial educator and coach but also a pioneer in the field, with a unique approach to finance that she terms "biology" – the science of buying behavior.

Tune in as Tanya enlightens us on the key aspects of our personal relationship with money, how it shapes our professional interactions, and the significant impact it has on our lives, both at home and in the workplace. Discover how to navigate financial discussions with your partner, the influence of childhood money memories, and why understanding the "biology" of your clients can revolutionize your sales approach.

Key Points:
- Exploring the deep connection between communication and financial decisions
- The transformative concept of "biology" and its role in purchasing behavior
- Strategies for aligning your communication style with your financial goals
- The power of addressing true needs and desires to facilitate buying decisions
- Practical insights on nurturing a healthy relationship with money in your family

Don't miss the opportunity to enhance your financial fluency and refine your communication tactics with Tanya's expert guidance. Whether you're a professional seeking to boost your career or someone aiming to improve your personal financial understanding, this episode is packed with invaluable wisdom.

Interested in sharing your communication journey on our show? Connect with us for a chance to be featured:
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📋 Episode Chapters

(00:00) This podcast focuses on improving your speaking and communicating skills
(00:48) Tanya White is a financial educator and coach from San Francisco
(01:30) M is a financial educator and coach focusing on money and finances
(07:58) How do you view money? What aspects of it are beneficial to you
(10:32) Term biology is the science of buying behavior. So I always believe it starts within
(14:33) There is a way to determine how your messaging is coming across
(15:55) Code Breaker AI helps you analyze your communication to ensure you're hitting your target
(19:59) Tanya says she works with women mostly, but she will still help men
(21:57) Why did you choose the finance industry? Really? I fell into it
(27:16) You grew up in a strict christian household where money was taboo
(29:16) What would you say you communicate to your children about money
(32:46) Most of us want effective communication in our most important relationships
(34:15) Tanya Tree: Thank you for joining the speaking and communicating podcast

Connect with Tonya:
Website: https://tonya360.com

Additional Resources:
"Quick Start Guide to Creating a Successful Mindset" by Tonya White

Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/buyology-why-we-buy-what-we-buy-w-tonya-white/id1614151066?i=1000642924159
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5XlHxdai3GrI5XVvgLuAtN
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BCwzfOmdzQc

Are you struggling to put AI to use for your career or your organization?

Meet Ben Gold!

Ben is an AI Consultant and Career Expert, Public Speaker and Author. He has 20 years of experience in tech under his belt. He guides professionals and teams confidently into the AI era through customized adoption strategies by employing an AI First strategy to work smarter, faster, and effectively. He provides AI consulting for teams and businesses seeking real results beyond the hype. He offers assessments, pilot programs, training, and strategic roadmaps scaled for pragmatic adoption.

AI is here now, transforming how we work. With markets rapidly evolving, it’s crucial to translate AI’s complexity into accessible strategies - whether you are seeking a new role or leading an organization. Ben demystifies AI, providing customized guidance to unlock its benefits. His practical approach helps professionals, teams, and enterprises work smarter by unlocking the full power of AI.

On this episode, Ben takes us through the processes that will help you work smarter with AI and how to future-proof your skills and processes for measurable gains.

Key Points:
- what is contextual data when using Generative AI?
- how to give Generative AI the right prompts
- why you get mediocre results from AI
- how companies use AI on the other side of your application
- why Generative AI results differ
- how to stay competitive in the job market
- why Generative AI is becoming a necessary skills set
- what you should focus on while at university
- newsletters to read to keep up with latest AI trends
- how to use AI to prepare for a job interview

...and so much more!

Connect with Ben:
Website: https://bengoldai.com

Additional Resources:
"Find Your Next Job With ChatGPT" by Ben Gold on Amazon
"Use AI To Grow Your Fraternity And Sorority" by Ben Gold on Amazon

Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/use-chatgpt-and-ai-in-your-job-search-w-ben-gold/id1614151066?i=1000642512482
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2nydqeHglzYc8g9UWfRFYk
YouTube: https://youtu.be/EsDvYqZU3Y0

Is your brand clearly communicating the impact it is supposed to have?

Meet Rich Kozak!

Rich, the Founder & CEO of RichBrands and IMPACT DRIVEN Publishing, brings over four decades of experience helping entrepreneurs find the clarity that aligns everything their Brand says and does. His work delivers strategic language as a brand accelerator and builds a powerful brand platform that speeds an individual into business success.

Rich is a passionate, heart-connecting entrepreneur, best-selling author, and Impact Driven Brand Architect & Strategist. As a Certified Global Branding Consultant with decades of experience defining & languaging Brands alongside partners worldwide impacting hundreds of industries, he now shares his gifts with entrepreneurs determined to make IMPACTs on people’s lives, or the world. He was even elected to and served on the American Marketing Association International’s Board of Directors.

After taking a “radical sabbatical” from his high-intensity career to reshape his life and cook for his wife of more than 45 years at his “Brand Ranch,” Rich now helps impact driven individuals define and language their Brands and guides them in outlining and writing their book(s) and then publishing them on IMPACT DRIVEN Publishing, his publishing company partnered in NYC.

On this episode, he walks with you through a simple, yet powerful 7-STEP process to make your Brand come alive, accelerating your impact using consistent brand language that transfers energy. His Brand Promise?

Get CLARITY for the IMPACTS You Will Make and STEPS for The Brand YOU Will Become!

Key Points:
- how clearly is your brand COMMUNICATING?
- how do you create a consistent perception of your brand
- what's in your target audience's head?
- how do you POSITION your brand?
- is there AUTHENTICITY in branding?
- the 7-Step PROCESS for creating an impact-driven brand
- the difference between BRANDING and MARKETING
- the impact of VERBIAGE on your authentic brand

Connect with Rich:
Website: https://richbrands.org

Additional Resources:
"ELEVATE: Raise Your Life and Business to a Higher Level" by Rich Kozak on the website or Amazon

Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-create-an-impact-driven-brand-w-rich-kozak/id1614151066?i=1000641995763
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0ewoPAfTLdspY5NJ8rsdpd
YouTube: https://youtu.be/0CQEzgS_ET0

How do you communicate with yourself? What outcomes have you realized based on what you tell yourself?

Meet Kristine Ovsepian!

Kristine is a Clinical Hypnotherapist, Life Coach and Author from Los Angeles. She first heard the call to be of service to humanity at an early age. However, she tried to avoid the messages coming from the Universe because she wanted to “fit in” by becoming an Accountant. By 2009 she was deeply depressed, felt empty inside and lost.

She went on a mission to first heal herself and now she helps her clients through Hypnotherapy, Spirituality and Intuitive Gifts. Anyone seeking light, love and service calls Kristine. Since then, she has been helping clients overcome stress, anxiety, and other mental and emotional blocks that are caused by fears, and limiting beliefs. Through her gifts of intuitive healing, combined with extensive training in psychology, hypnotherapy, NLP, EFT, and life coaching, she empowers clients to achieve their goals and dreams, experience inner peace and happiness in love, health, career path and life purpose.

Listen to how you can apply these tools in order to connect with your inner self and the impact that will have in your life.

Key Points:
- how do you communicate with yourself?
- where do your patterns come from?
- why you get angry or triggered
- how are some people so creative?
- how we subconsciously create psychosomatic experiences
- what are you capable of creating?
- Ego vs Higher Self decision-making
- the relationship between intuition and our subconscious mind
- what to do daily to tap into your superpowers

...and so much more!

Connect with Kristine:
Website: https://journeystoheal.com

Additional Resources:
"Living Through Choice" by Kristine Ovsepian on Amazon
"Wisdom Unbounded" by Kristine Ovsepian on Amazon
FREE Meditations: https://journeystoheal.com/meditations/

Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/communicating-with-yourself-w-kristine-ovsepian/id1614151066?i=1000641731060
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/07zKVpj9qDmqAeVWqsf5yi
YouTube: https://youtu.be/vGzZeT1FT2E

What communication challenges are faced by tech companies?

Meet Sardor Akhmedov!

Sardor is a serial Tech Entrepreneur, IT Consultant and Public Speaker. He is also an Angel Investor. He has experience in outsource IT development, remote work automation, chatbots, and AI voice technology. 

Sardor is the youngest member of the Forbes Business Council and the youngest speaker to ever perform on Synergy Global - the biggest business forum in the world. In addition to all these impressive credentials, he is also a Real Estate investor, minimalist and a family man.

Listen as Sardor emphasizes why they look for soft skills in addition to the technical expertise, when hiring candidates for their team and why communication skills are so crucial in the tech industry.

Key Points:
- Sardor's entrepreneurial journey
- the difference between working on vs in your business
- the benefits of delegating effectively
- what companies look for when hiring canddiates
- why tech companies cannot thrive without systems
- the constant need for improving communication skills
- why no sales team can perform without soft skills

...and so much more!

📋 Episode Chapters

(00:00) Communication and soft skills are crucial for career growth and leadership development
(01:54) A little bit of your background.
(04:21) So in Uzbekistan, do you speak English? You didn't have language barriers
(07:13) You've always identified yourself as an entrepreneur
(09:37) You were the youngest member of the Forbes business council at 22
(15:49) There are pros and cons to both door to door and outbound sales
(17:07) You spoke at synergy global, one of the biggest stages for public speaking
(19:39) Working on your personal brand is extremely important because it creates trust
(24:42) There's a difference between being an entrepreneur working in your business or an employee
(27:30) When your clients come to you, what do they require?
(29:10) Communication is super important when you do tech work, right
(33:43) Any last words for a tech company that struggles with communication skills or communication

Connect with Sardor:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sardor-akhmedov/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/akhmedov.co/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClS7KBdjwlIr6dKlJ6a0bdw

Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/communication-and-soft-skills-in-tech-w-sardor-akhmedov/id1614151066?i=1000641214975
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5jaVr5Y8pIq2Q4LnSPYSuD

Is your leadership guilty of some or all of the 7 Deadly Sins?

Meet Juan Alvarado!

Juan is a keynote speaker who inspires audiences to become better leaders. He speaks to groups ranging from Fortune 500 companies to small businesses. His message is simple: Leaders need to lead with intentionality and purpose. They need to make sure that everyone around them knows how important they are.

As an expert in Leadership and a Certified Gallup Strengths Coach, Juan is a widely regarded United States Army War Vet who has trained teams of tens of thousands of soldiers in high-stakes situations. His emphasis on Intentional Leadership is a game-changer for many of his clients. He has also helped School Districts increase team efficiency and strengthen communication which resulted in happier and more appreciated employees.

His "Blueprint to Leadership" Course has created more confidence and respect in personnel who carry supervisory and management roles. Being featured on FOX, NBC, and CBS has helped Juan lead the charge in creating Strength-Based leaders, and teams, giving rise to the culture at work for over 1500 School Administrators.

On this episode, Juan shares the 7 Deadly Sins of Leadership and how leaders can reflect, take responsibility and create trust, resulting in better performance for them and their teams.

Key Points:
- the true meaning of Responsibility
- Micro-managing due to covid / hybrid work
- what builds Trust in a team?
- how do leaders Delegate effectively?
- Time Management vs Self Management
- Leaders taking Responsibility for the team dynamics
- Connection before Correction
- how to be a Courageous Leader

...and so much more!

Connect with Juan:
Website: https://weraizethebar.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rtb-juan/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raizethebarceo/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raizethebar
Podcast: The Relevant Development Podcast

Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-7-deadly-sins-of-leadership-w-juan-alvarado/id1614151066?i=1000640925287
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6qo7bFagTTZTY8EPog1aPG
YouTube: https://youtu.be/DHgHUc3TSJI

Is your life's soundtrack stuck on the tune of struggle and stagnation? It's time to change the record.

Meet Derek Johnson, a veteran turned life coach who believes that everyone is undefeated as long as they are still standing. Derek's journey from a 15-year-old business owner to a champion of personal empowerment is nothing short of extraordinary. With over a decade of military experience and a childhood marred by domestic challenges, he has turned adversity into strength, helping over 500 clients redefine their relationship with success and fulfillment.

In this episode, Derek reveals the transformative power of discernment, the importance of confronting and rewriting your narrative, and why the best leaders are those who understand the unique language of individual potential. He shares his insights on:

- The impact of childhood trauma on personal development
- How to cultivate discernment and perspective in life's toughest moments
- Strategies for breaking free from negative patterns and intrusive thoughts
- The essential role of gratitude and the powerful mantra "Challenge Accepted"

Connect with Derek and unlock the secrets to thriving amidst adversity:
Instagram: @fitwithderek2 (D-E-R-I-C-K)

Ready to reshape your reality and embrace the undefeated spirit within? Subscribe, leave a rating, and review on Apple and Spotify, and tune in for more life-altering conversations.

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-your-mind-body-and-life-w-derick-johnson/id1614151066?i=1000640448992
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/38YnyS17rQ1mj89850eZ4R
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HaljLQD7kas

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The Speaking and Communicating Podcast is your beacon of light in the fog of life's battles. Let's navigate the journey to success and fulfillment, together.

📋 Episode Chapters

(00:00) Communication and soft skills are crucial for career growth and leadership development
(00:57) Growing up in Florida, there was a lot of negativity toxicity at home
(04:09) Everybody that goes through trauma is given a gift, Derek says
(10:28) Derek Johnson credits Tony Robbins with helping him manage stress as a child
(16:16) Derek says he learned how to stand up to bullies as a teenager
(20:16) One of the most common challenges people face is their relationship with food
(27:18) We were Hercules. We were losers in the sports field, and we were fine with that
(28:22) When your clients have challenges, what are some of the tools you use
(33:19) When someone has three to five moments of clarity, they thrive
(35:17) Derek Johnson challenges people to pinpoint their definition of success

Connect with Derick:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derickjohnson1/
Website: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkDZEbyS5lSRA5o9AKJShsQ/about
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitwithderick2/?hl=en

How do you decide what your team needs to learn?

Meet Patrick Mullarkey!

Patrick is a Learning and Development Specialist. He is passionate about learning and development in the workplace and commercial benefits for both people and organizations. He creates learning strategies and experiences to help leaders and their teams perform at their best.

Patrick has worked across the private, public and not-for-profit sectors, including organisations within the FTSE 100/FTSE 250 listing, management consulting, higher education, scientific research, Premier League football and many more. A facilitator, coach and learning designer with other a decade of experience and expertise, he loves the opportunity to work with groups and individual’s alike to realise their potential and higher levels of professional performance.

An avid comic book geek and tech fan, he is a regular speaker with the L&D/HR conference and learning technologies circuit.

Listen as Patrick shares how he helps leaders facilitate learning for not only themselves and their teams, in order to achieve the best outcomes and perform at the highest level.

Key Points:
- is your team learning solution-focused?
- deciding on what you team needs to learn
- measuring learning outcomes and effectiveness
- what purpose psychometric testing serves
- how do you influence organizational culture?
- facilitating learning that is engaging
- how SNYK benefits you in the digital space
- self-awareness in learning and professional growth

...and so much more!

Connect with Patrick:
Website: https://www.byteandbuild.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mullarkeypj/?originalSubdomain=uk

Additional Resources:
HyperIsland Toolbox: https://toolbox.hyperisland.com

Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/learning-and-development-for-your-team-w-patrick-mullarkey/id1614151066?i=1000640251799
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1NDzDZGYZzYdBl9kIFBStu
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hqG7hUkaWxE