The Communication Guys Podcast: Communication Excellence | Professional and Personal Success

Could you use a good laugh? Then today's episode is for you. Are you looking for profound insight into communication theory and practice? Come back next week. Today is April Fools' Day, when the Communication Guys like to relax, kick back, and have a few laughs at someone else's expense. Life doesn't get much better than that! Episode 134 of the Communication Guys podcast is "The Annual April Fools' Episode," where the Guys pay tribute to the stupid things all of us have probably said. Enjoy!

Do you have trouble remembering names? You know the names of the people who are important to you, but what about all the co-workers, neighbors, and casual acquaintances in your life? One of the simplest and most powerful ways to "connect with your world" is by understanding the power of a person's name. Episode 133 of the Communication Guys podcast is "The Incredible Power of a Name," where the Guys explain why names are so important and give practical tips for remembering them.

Did you know the United Nations wants you to be happy? It's true. In 2011, the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution that recognized happiness as a "fundamental human goal," and established March 20 as the annual "International Day of Happiness." In honor of this week's "International Day of Happiness," this Communication Guys podcast is "Quick Tips for a Great Day," where the Guys suggest 5 simple tips for increasing your happiness today.

There's a wise old saying: "Aim at nothing, and you'll hit it every time." Sometimes we rush into an important conversation without taking the time to consider what we're really aiming at. What is the purpose of this conversation? What do I want from it, and how will I know if the conversation was successful or not? Episode 131 of The Communication Guys podcast is "Tips for the Toughest Conversations," where the Guys give 5 tips for making sure your next important conversation starts on target and stays on track.

Do you ever lie to yourself? Self-talk is one of the most powerful forms of communication, because those are the messages you tell yourself. After all, if you're the one saying it, it must be true—right? Not necessarily. Episode 130 of The Communication Guys podcast is "Don't You Believe It," where the Guys describe 5 common lies we tell ourselves that affect the way we feel and influence the decisions we make.

The bad news is that words have the power to wound, discourage, and destroy. Your words could be ruining your career or hurting someone you love. The good news is that words also have the power to heal. Used wisely, they can encourage, inspire, and even bring someone back from the brink of despair. Episode 129 of The Communication Guys podcast is "How to Heal with Words," where the Guys describe the remarkable restorative power that words can have—in the hands of a skilled communicator.

Words have the power to motivate, encourage, and inspire, but they also have the power to wound, discourage, and even destroy. Your words could be ruining your career or hurting someone you love without you even knowing it. Episode 128 of The Communication Guys podcast is "How to Kill with Words," where the Guys explore the dark side of words and the unforeseen ways we might be using them to harm ourselves and others.

A simple compliment can help someone recognize their talent or potential, or it can motivate them to keep going or take a chance on something new. The right compliment has the power to redirect an entire life. Episode 127 of The Communication Guys podcast is "The Amazing Power of a Compliment," where the Guys discuss the overlooked power of compliments, and why they're so difficult to both give and receive.

You would be amazed at how much you can improve as a communicator in a single day. All you have to do is apply 5 simple but radical techniques that will leave people wondering at the remarkable transformation that's come over you. Episode 126 of The Communication Guys podcast is "The 1 Day Communication Challenge," where the Guys reveal those 5 life-changing techniques. Does it sound like we're over-promising? Try it for one day and see for yourself.

When you approach an important conversation, do your best-laid plans seem to vanish from your mind as you find yourself winging it and making regrettable mistakes? What are the most important things for you to remember? What do you need to review before a significant conversation begins? Episode 125 of The Communication Guys podcast is "How to Prepare for Successful Conversations," where the Guys list the 5 most important things to keep in mind before any important conversation.