Do you suffer from a "brain bias?" We all do. A brain bias is a faulty way of thinking that's hardwired into every human brain. They're common to all of us, and they can lead us to make some very bad decisions about the way we communicate. Episode 114 of The Communication Guys podcast is "Why We Make Bad Communication Choices," where clinical psychologist Dr. Tom Barrett explains how a brain bias works, and describes 5 common brain biases that lead us all to some bad decisions.

Did you know that one of America's founding fathers made a lifelong study of conversational skills? He formed a club for his friends and colleagues whose sole purpose was to allow them to become better communicators. What did he learn from his years of study, and what can we learn from him today? Episode 113 of The Communication Guys podcast is "Conversation Tips from a Founding Father," where The Guys recount 5 "conversational sins" identified by one of America's first citizens. His insights are almost 300 years old, but just as relevant today.

Of all the critical issues related to communication, what's the most important topic of all? Not this one—this episode is just for fun, and we had a lot of laughs recording it. Episode 112 of The Communication Guys podcast is "5 Reasons to Enjoy Halloween," where The Guys reminisce about their own memories of Halloween, and offer perceptive insights like "Candy is good" and "We all need to lighten up." Will you be a better communicator after this episode? No—but you'll be in a better mood.

How do you deal with a person who always blames their problems on someone or something else? How do you relate to someone who constantly complains but never accepts advice, because they've cast themselves in the role of helpless victim? Episode 111 of The Communication Guys podcast is "How to Deal with a Victim Mentality," where The Guys describe the characteristics of a victim mentality, and offer advice on the best way to manage a worker or loved one who has that mindset.

Are you an entrepreneur? What exactly is an entrepreneur? Does the label rightly apply to anyone who starts a business, is self-employed, or has a clever idea? Or does that word imply something more? Episode 110 of The Communication Guys podcast is "Are You Really an Entrepreneur?" where The Guys describe 5 characteristics of a true entrepreneur, and what we can all learn from the great ones.

What are the critical elements in crafting a powerful story? As important as stories are in business communication, why do so many executives hesitate to tell them? When are the right and wrong times to include a story, and what are the biggest mistakes we make in telling them? Episode 109 of The Communication Guys podcast is "Tell Me a Story or Tell Me Goodbye, Part 2," where The Guys continue their interview with Jerome Deroy, CEO of Narativ, on the increasingly important skill of "business storytelling."

Have you ever noticed that great leaders are almost always great storytellers? Why is that? What do they understand about the power of storytelling, and what can we learn from them? Episode 108 of The Communication Guys podcast is "Tell Me a Story or Tell Me Goodbye, Part 1," where The Guys interview Jerome Deroy, CEO of Narativ, a company that teaches salespeople, Chief People Officers, executives, and teams the art of "business storytelling."

Have you reached a plateau in your career? Do you sometimes feel as if you're standing still, while you're forced to watch co-workers with no more education or experience than you get promoted to positions that you think you deserve? In Episode 107 of The Communication Guys podcast, The Guys explain the reasons why we hit career plateaus, and give 5 tips for preparing a response strategy that can help you move beyond them.

Are you trying to pitch a product or service, but for some reason your customer just doesn't seem interested? Are you proposing a partnership—either with a business colleague or with a romantic interest—but your proposal is being greeted with a yawn? You might be making a classic marketing mistake. In this episode of The Communication Guys podcast, The Guys describe the subtle differences between features, benefits, and results, and the role that each plays in making a successful pitch.

Have you lost the ability to find pleasure in things you normally enjoy? Do you struggle with a sense of fatigue that you just can't shake? Do you feel as though you've lost passion, creativity, patience, and tolerance with others? You may be suffering from burnout. In this episode, The Guys describe how to recognize the early symptoms of burnout and how to deal with it before it takes control of your life.