During the Worthy Words podcast, hosted by Agostino Renna and Stef Tschida, Robert Kennedy III, a well-known communications expert and president of Kinetic Kommunications, was invited to talk about the future of work.

The group discussed the influence of technology and AI on business practices and communications, the importance of strategic storytelling in business settings, and the role of artificial intelligence in improving task efficiency.

The conversation pointed out only 5% of U.S employees are aware of their company's strategy, indicating the urgency for employing storytelling in corporate communications to efficiently convey a company's purpose, vision and mission. Finally, the discussion covered strategies to enhance virtual experiences in the post-COVID era, emphasizing the importance of maintaining human touch in a technology-driven environment.

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"Worthy Words" podcast, aimed at enhancing listeners' communication and leadership skills, featured a discussion between hosts Stef Tschida, Agostino Renna, and guest Mori Taheripour, a negotiation educator and author. The episode revolved around the significance of human, non-robotic interactions in business, and the role of empathy and connection in negotiation and communication. The hosts and guest shared personal anecdotes about their lives in Washington D.C., Minnesota, and Zurich. They also advocated for battling imposter syndrome, promoting supportive environments, practicing mindful listening, and limiting reliance on technology to improve workplace communication. The importance of understanding the audience was also discussed along with the role of emotional intelligence and empathy in business and leadership. The episode ended with advice on becoming effective communicators and fostering non-judgmental learning.

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In this episode of "Worthy Words," the hosts Agostino Renna and Stef Tschida interview Daniel Lamarre, the former president and CEO of Cirque du Soleil who has written a book called "Balancing Acts: Unleashing the Power of Creativity in Life and Work."

The hosts and Daniel discuss the critical role of creativity in business. They emphasize that creativity is essential for innovation and staying relevant in a constantly changing world. They also highlight the importance of tailoring messages to resonate with the audience and incorporating creativity into communication.

The transcript concludes with a thank you and an announcement for the next podcast in the series on effective leadership in communications.

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In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss business reinvention with expert Roger L. Martin.

They explore his forthcoming book on achieving human scale in large companies and the trends shaping the business world.

Martin proposes the concept of "intimate monumentality" for large companies to combat strategies that make employees feel insignificant. The importance of designing human-centric companies, maintaining transparency and intimacy with employees, and the balance between sustainability and innovation for long-term growth are discussed.

The attributes of effective leaders - passion, focus, candor, discipline, and humility - are explored, along with the role of communication in leadership. A.G. Lafley, former CEO of Procter and Gamble, is mentioned for his leadership style that emphasizes focusing on the consumer and simplicity.

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Welcome to Worthy Words, a podcast for people who recognize that being a great communicator is a requirement for being a great leader. Communication and other so-called “soft skills” are finally being recognized as the absolute behavioral must haves that allow you to engage, empower and inspire anyone you have the privilege of affecting.  Ready to level up your leadership by becoming a better communicator? We’re glad you’re here!

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