Words that Change Lives

Today, Helen opens up about her own journey from a shy, easily-embarrassed child to becoming a confident communicator. She explains the profound impact of social anxiety on personal relationships, career advancement, and mental health, while also touching on the biological and psychological factors at play. Tune in to learn six actionable steps to help you feel more confident and reduce anxiety in social situations. 

Here are the highlights:

01:01 Talking from personal experience and also sharing practical strategies that I have found really helpful.

04:26 Avoidance hinders social anxiety sufferers' personal and professional growth.

09:18 Ground yourself, minimise fear, and explore confidently.

12:59 Overcome social anxiety, gain confidence, and expand your comfort zone.

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Today’s episode is all about crafting your signature keynote talk.

Whether you're looking to inspire, educate, or mobilise an audience, a well-structured keynote can be your greatest tool. 

Keynotes have been a cornerstone of human history, from Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address to Martin Luther King's "I Have a Dream" speech.

We'll be breaking down the essential elements — the “big remedy” and “real remedy” sections, using personal stories or case studies, and creating memorable "golden nuggets." We'll also dive into the importance of a big bang opening and a strong closing to leave a lasting impact.

So, get ready to take notes as we delve into the structure, delivery, and ultimate purpose of a keynote talk. This episode is packed with insights, tips, and resources to help you elevate your public speaking!

Here are the highlights:

04:53 Keynote speech sets a tone for an event.

09:38 Keynote speeches and personal rituals impact audiences.

12:12 The evolution of public speaking through history.

14:14 Building credibility through expertise, honesty, and storytelling.

19:47 Clear, organised structure to create impact.

22:07 Michelle Obama's DNC speech showcases ethos, pathos, and logos.

25:53 Virtual doctors develop keynote talks for reach.

28:29 Creating a keynote: Benefits and differences with TED talks.

31:27 Keynote talk needs interactive elements for engagement.

37:05 Addressing the challenge of suicide in men inspired by Helen’s client

39:18 Keynote: Inspire thinking, action, and transformation.

41:38 Struggling to communicate expertise in an engaging format.

45:07 Developing a remedy story and sharing stories for empowerment.

Connect with Helen:

Website: helenpackham.com

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LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/helenpackham

My AIR assessment helps you identify your current areas of authority, impact and reach

Get instant, free access to my master series where I share more on how you can develop your signature talk in session 2 ‘IMPACT.’

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Today we're exploring the art of storytelling. A tool I've leveraged throughout my career to help introverted leaders, coaches, and small business owners alike. In this episode, we'll unravel 11 story structures that can elevate your social media content, presentations, and keynote talks. From sequential storytelling to case studies, analogies, and more, today's insights will provide you with actionable tips to captivate and connect with your audience. Tune in, and let's harness the power of stories to change lives!

Here are the highlights:

01:15 Utilise storytelling to engage and convert audiences effectively.

03:31 Engage your audience through storytelling, not just selling.

07:47 Reflecting on defining moments led to transformative choice.

10:51 Use storytelling to identify, agitate, and solve.

15:30 Craft compelling content using throwback storytelling structure. Utilise historical events or anniversaries to tell engaging stories.

17:34 Analogies and metaphors simplify complex information, making it easier to understand. 

Resources:

Quotes

www.quotegarden.com

Stories

www.aesopfables.com

www.parablesite.com

Facts, Research, Stats

http://www.fun-interesting-facts.com/

http://www.onthisday.com/

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LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/helenpackham

Get instant, free access to my master series where I explore storytelling in more detail. I share more on how you can develop your core story, and how you can use storytelling in your talks, meetings and presentations to increase their impact. 

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Today Helen explores the pivotal “pit moments” that define our stories and shape our lives with Jason Archdale. Jason is a mental wellness life coach and professional speaker, who shares his own journey through overwhelming challenges, including mental health struggles and a suicide attempt. He opens up about his transition from a proud soldier to facing the intricacies of civilian life, dealing with difficult relationships, financial troubles, and custody battles. 

Helen and Jason explore the societal expectations placed on men, the pressure to fulfill others' visions, and how these can exacerbate mental health issues. Jason reveals his turning point and how he used vulnerability and intuitive action to transform his life. 

Stay tuned to learn how you can embrace your own pit moments, use them as catalysts for change, and how they can make a lasting impact on your life and the lives of others. 

Here are the Highlights:

03:30 Overcoming struggles, inspiring change, and sharing your story.

08:21 Reflecting on overcoming challenges and sharing experiences.

10:40 Relate to your inner voice and find strength within.

16:47 Men often feel the pressure of societal expectations.

18:04 Build-up to a pivotal moment in ordinary life.

23:19 Embracing and sharing your transformative pit moment.

25:45 Decision sparked a series of transformative events.

29:27 Overcame challenges and now helps others find success.

32:57 Embrace vulnerability to find intuitive guidance.

35:36 Embrace vulnerability, tell your story, and gain confidence.

38:59 Choosing to make decisions illuminates the way.

42:57 Trusting in yourself and the healing process.

44:07 Jason's process helps create a signature keynote.

Connect with: Jason Archdale

Jason Archdale is a dynamic Mental Wellness Life Coach, Speaker, and fervent advocate Mental Health Awareness.  

Leveraging his acclaimed DART™ process, Jason empowers clients with actionable steps to bridge the gap between their current circumstances and their desired outcomes. Drawing from his own journey marked by battles with anxiety, fear, limiting beliefs, and profound depression culminating in a personal struggle with suicide, Jason has forged a resilient mindset primed to guide others toward their aspirations.

Unyielding in his commitment, Jason's mantra of "No matter what" underscores his relentless dedication to his clients' growth. Encouraging the cultivation of a daily mental conditioning regimen, he empowers clients to architect the lives they envision. 

Connect with Jason:

Website: www.jasonarchdale.co.uk

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jasonarchdale

Facebook: www.facebook.com/jason.archdale.3/

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LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/helenpackham

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Welcome to a special reflective episode of the Words That Change Lives podcast. I am taking a moment to look back at the incredible journey of the podcast so far. With 17 episodes under our belt, I take a moment to share insights, learning experiences, and vulnerabilities encountered along the way. 

I discuss the importance of having a vision, evaluating and evolving your content, finding inspiration, and understanding your purpose for creating a podcast. 

Whether you're curious about starting your own podcast or looking to refine your message, tune in to hear valuable reflections and practical advice.

Here are the highlights:

01:11 Creating a podcast with a clear vision led to meaningful conversations and tied together different facets of the business.

03:40 Reflecting on podcast topics and seeking audience input.

07:24 The podcast is for lead generation, not sponsorship deals.

10:40 Contact for feedback, please rate, review, and follow. Thank you! Your support means the world.

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Host Helen Packham explores the art of productive disagreement with special guest Ian Leslie, author of "How to Disagree." 

Today's conversation covers the defensive nature of disagreement, the importance of viewpoint diversity, and the need to balance competitiveness with collaboration. 

Ian shares insights from his extensive work on human behaviour, workplace culture, and his compelling views on creating an environment that fosters honest and safe disagreements. 

Get ready to learn how to turn conflict into a catalyst for growth and innovation. 

Here are the highlights:

03:58 Encouraging workplace discussion and embracing disagreements.

06:22 Feeling threatened in arguments leads to disengagement.

09:33 Social media exposes us to diverse opinions.

14:56 Emotions enhance cognitive capabilities in discussions.

17:59 Value of disagreement in human evolutionary history.

24:30 Disagree cooperatively for better outcomes, particularly leaders.

28:36 TED Talks emphasise collaboration, chemistry, and alchemy.

31:30 Diversity is important for unlocking benefits.

34:30 The Waco cult teaches about diversity in viewpoints.

39:51 Remove barriers to facilitate open, respectful communication.

42:55 Encouragement of junior voices in workplace culture.

46:14 Importance of things in life is relative.

Connect with: Ian Leslie

Ian Leslie is the author of acclaimed books on human behaviour. Malcolm Gladwell describes him as "one of my favourite writers". His books include CURIOUS, about the desire to learn, and HOW TO DISAGREE, on the art and science of productive disagreement. Ian has a background in business; before launching a writing career he worked as a strategist for some of the world's biggest brands at ad agencies in London and New York. He has written for the Financial Times, the Economist, and the New Statesman, on work, politics, AI, and behaviour science. He is a a speaker to companies and organisations around the world on curiosity, productive conflict, and workplace culture. His weekly Substack newsletter, The Ruffian, has over twenty thousand subscribers. Ian is a fellow of the Royal Society of Arts. He lives in London with his wife and two children.

Subscribe to The Ruffian: https://www.ian-leslie.com/

Website:https://ian-leslie.com/speaking/

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If you’d like to explore how to have more open and honest conversations within your organisation and encourage productive disagreement, contact Helen for a no obligation consultation [email protected]

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In this bite-sized episode, Helen shares a unique and captivating strategy for landing corporate gigs. Inspired by the iconic scene from "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," she walks you through a four-step approach that takes you from crafting your expert method to building long-term relationships with corporate clients. 

Whether you're looking to break into the corporate world or enhance your current offerings, this episode is packed with actionable insights that will help you open doors and leave a lasting impression. Let's turn your expertise into the golden ticket for success!

Here are the highlights:

05:55 Create an impactful signature talk to inspire. Deliver it effectively to various audiences.

07:58 Developing your signature talk and aligning offerings.

12:56 Create an expert method and suite of offerings.

14:19 Please rate, review, and follow the podcast.

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In today's episode, Helen and her special guest Jo Twiselton explore the world of effective communication. Jo is an expert in organisational change, drawing from a rich background in PR, marketing, and coaching leaders across diverse sectors. 

Jo shares her innovative "4 Fundamentals of Human Change" method, a comprehensive framework designed to enhance well-being, resilience, connection, and people readiness within organisations. They also explore the power of clear and impactful communication, as Jo reveals her strategies for making complex expertise accessible and engaging.

Join Jo and Helen as they uncover practical tips for articulating your skills and experience and share how to tailor your message to fit organisational needs, and stand out in a crowded market. 

Here are the highlights:

00:01 Coaches struggle to communicate expertise effectively.

07:00 Daniel Priestley's key person of influence model.

12:38 Unconventional career path provides comfort and reassurance.

18:51 Identifying and communicating expertise levels for leadership.

21:06 Understanding and meeting organisation's needs effectively.

24:00 Strategic communication is key for client success.

30:04 Join the process before it begins - impact assessment.

38:36 Expert method improved communication, confidence, and speaking.

About Jo Twiselton

Jo is an experienced human change specialist who has worked with a multitude of well-known brands and the leaders in them to support positive organisational cultures through times of uncertainty.

She believes that it’s only by putting people first, rather than systems or processes, that successful and sustainable change can really happen. 

Jo draws on her communication, coaching and facilitation expertise to help leaders and managers better prepare themselves and their teams for change. This includes improving communication as well as encouraging greater collaboration and connection between people to help solve problems and achieve longer-lasting transformations.  

Jo established her business, Twist Consultants 20 years ago after a successful in-house career. She now uses her expert method, the 4 Fundamentals of Human Change, to provide clients with a strategic approach to putting people front and centre in periods of instability, keeping disruption down and performance and engagement up. 

Connect with Jo:

Website: https://www.twistconsultants.co.uk/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jotwiselton/

Find out more about the Twist 4 Fundamentals expert method here:  https://www.twistconsultants.co.uk/the-4-fundamentals-of-human-change

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LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/helenpackham

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In this episode, Helen discusses the importance of confidently articulating your message without relying on scripts or prompts, and how this can lead to a more impactful connection with your audience. Expert to learn the psychology behind encoding, storing, and retrieving information to help you speak authentically and engage effectively without the need for notes or visual aids. Tune in to discover practical techniques to enhance your public speaking skills and make a lasting impression with your words.

Here are the highlights:

00:00 Deliver confidently without relying on notes.

04:09 Overreliance on notes can cause anxiety.

09:33 Use keywords, quotes, and techniques for speaking.

12:15 Enhance presentations with engaging visual and storytelling.

16:02 Recording information with visual and verbal cues.

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LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/helenpackham

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuTxqnAHkZL5bGKGgA3VJRg/videos

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In this episode of Words That Change Lives, Helen delves into the world of TEDx talks and the process of landing a TEDx speaking gig. Drawing from her experience as a TEDx speaker and coach, she shares insights on overcoming internal barriers, nailing down the idea worth spreading and understanding the external obstacles in the application process. By cracking the TEDx code, she provides guidance for aspiring speakers to make their dreams of delivering a powerful TEDx talk a reality. 

Here are the highlights:

03:33 Gave TEDx talk, gained confidence, and became TEDx curator.

09:40 Crack the TEDx application code for success.

11:25 Reflect on achievements, and focus on a worthy vision.

15:32 Focus on the idea, not the desire to speak.

19:11 Filtering applications, presenting succinctly, and overcoming obstacles.

20:43 Helping people 1to1 or with my courses.

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LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/helenpackham

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuTxqnAHkZL5bGKGgA3VJRg

Get instant access to my free workshop to help you crack the TEDx code

https://helenpackham.lpages.co/tedx-code-workshop/

Download my free TEDx worthy checklist to put your idea worth spreading through the TED filter.

http://helenpackham.com/tedx-checklist/?fbclid=IwAR3A-nBJ4ng_Bl05I1_8Oaflbz3Y2MDb7DWZHdRWUVi0BJF9zGyihTds5HU

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