Communicast: A Communication Skills Podcast

Remove your assumptions. Otherwise, you are just going throughout your day guessing. Sage advice from my guest, Heather Younger. Heather is a TEDx Keynote Speaker, Author, and the Founder and CEO of Employee Fanatix. In this episode, we discuss the importance of closing the communication loop, how to balance action with curiosity, and building positive employee experiences.   I hope you enjoy.  Ad...

What does a 340 pound NFL lineman and a 7 year old have in common? When communicating with either of them, you better focus on the “why”.   In this episode I am joined by 7-time All American and University of South Carolina Hall of Fame Swimmer, Jennifer Brunelli. Jennifer is a Registered Dietician and Founder of Sports RDpro where she has worked with the Carolina Panthers, Roush Fenway Racing, an...

Do you suffer from calendar clutter? Is clutter causing tension at home?  My guest Laurie, Palau, is the founder of Simply B Organized, a lifestyle service designed to help you live simply and work smarter.   In this episode we talk about how communication skills are a key driver for reducing clutter in all aspects of your life, the importance of goals, and why you need to be specific in your comm...

Listen with empathy and practice conversational intelligence. Sound advice from my guest Dr. Aaron Bishop. Dr. Bishop is a multifaceted transformational leader with experience in education, politics, philanthropy, and is the author of For Such a Time as This.   In this episode we talk about the power of stories, empathy, and how to develop main character energy.   I hope you enjoy.  Key Points:  P...

Make every word count and aim for progress not perfection. According to this episode’s guest, those are two great ways to become an effective communicator.  Joining me is Alejandro Cornejo. Alejandro is a Learning and Organizational Development Consultant who eats, drinks, and sleeps development.   In this episode, we talk about how to become a better listener, the importance of asking pertinent q...

Focus on your audience and use stories. That is the key advice from my guest, Rob Lauber. Rob is a career learning and development executive for brands such as McDonald’s, YUM!, and Cingular Wireless. He is also the Founder and CEO of XLO Global where he helps learning teams drive more business value.  In this episode we talk about the importance of focusing on your audience, how to use stories to...

Confidence is courage plus commitment. My guest, Lisa Guillot, is the Founder and Lead Coach at Be Bright Lisa where she helps her clients bring their vision to life through her Clear Vision Framework.   In this episode, we talk about the formula for building confidence, the important role self-awareness plays in growth, and how to deal with imposter syndrome.   I hope you enjoy.  Additional Resou...

Clarity is kindness. It is so simple, yet so powerful. That’s the message from my guest, Dr. K.L. Allen, who is the Chancellor of WGU Ohio. K.L. has spent his career in higher education and has seen firsthand the impact communication skills can have on career outcomes.   In this episode we talk about providing clarity, the role preparation plays in listening, and why you should “give people their...

Celebrate the small successes along the way. That’s the advice from my guest, Ingrid Christensen, who is the President and Founder of INGCO International, published author, entrepreneur, and advocate who is passionate about providing equal access to information to everyone, no matter what language they speak.   In this episode we talk about how to develop trust, working through the grind, gratitud...

From interviewing celebrities on the red carpet and working for top entertainment news outlets such as Entertainment Tonight and US Weekly magazine, to founding a PR and media company that amplifies the voices of emerging thought-leaders, Kayley Hamilton knows a thing or two about effective communication. This 2X Emmy award winning producer and reporter shares her expertise around listening, aware...

Are we in a trust recession? Are you viewed simply as an “Answer ATM”? And why do we feel the need to use so many qualifiers before giving someone an honest answer?   Listen to my conversation with organizational and leadership development expert, Ron Carucci, to get the answers.   In addition to being the Managing Partner for organizational and leadership development consulting firm, Navalent, Ro...

In this episode, I am talking with the CEO and Co-founder of OnLoop, Projjal Ghatak, who envisions a world where work is designed to make people better (while getting things done).   Check out the episode to hear Projjal discuss the importance of expression and influence in communication. We also chat about how to prepare so that you can easily adapt to your audience and how the world of virtual w...

In this episode, I am talking with Ella Wright, who is the Founder of Start The Conversation, where she teaches leaders and teams how to solve problems better through strategic 1 to 1 coaching.  Check out the episode to hear Ella discuss why it’s important for companies to have a common language, how to develop your personal “user’s manual”, and why you should always ask your question.  I hope you...

In this episode, I am talking with Ben Higgins. Ben has had such an amazing journey: Working in Fin-Tech. Star of hit reality TV show "The Bachelor". Podcast Host. Investor. And now co-founder of Generous Coffee Company which invests 100% of its profits from coffee and apparel into life-changing partner organizations that create jobs, feed children, improve education, and empower communities to el...

In this episode, I am talking with Marlene Chism. Marlene helps C-suite leaders build drama free cultures that drive growth and reduce costly mistakes.   Check out the episode to hear Marlene’s take on why almost every costly mistake in an organization can be traced back to a conversation that didn’t happen. We also talk about the inner and outer game of communication and why writing is so importa...

In this episode, I am talking with Liz Kislik. Liz is a frequent contributor to the Harvard Business Review and Forbes. Through her work as a management consultant and executive coach, she helps organizations and individuals reach the next level of growth and success.   Check out the episode to learn strategies that will help you improve your self-awareness, hone your listening skills, and develop...

In this episode, I am talking with Chris Hood. Chris is the Head of Business Platform Strategy for Google where his thought leadership and strategic insights on digital and business transformation have fueled countless digital success.   Check out the episode to hear our discussion around the importance of mindset, the benefits of respectfully challenging your clients, and how communication bridge...

In this episode, I am talking with Dr. Tom Tonkin. Dr Tonkin is an award winning researcher and author as well as the co-founder and CEO of the Sales Conservatory.   Check out the episode to hear our discussion around the importance of situational fluency, why context matters, and how idle chitchat can improve your communication skills.   I hope you enjoy.  Additional Resources: ► Follow Communisp...

In this episode, I am talking with Kevin Wilde. Kevin was the Chief Learning Officer for General Mills, currently serves as an Executive Leadership Fellow at the Carlson School of Management at University of Minnesota, and is the author of Coachability: The Leadership Superpower.   Check out the episode to learn how to avoid the 5 faulty assumptions that prevent leaders from remaining coachable, f...

In this episode, I am talking with Stephan Wiedner. Stephan is co-founder and CEO of multiple companies focused on talent development, psychological safety-based coaching, and online skills practice.   Check out the episode learn how to put empathy into practice, understand what may be crushing our curiosity, and why psychological safety is so important in the workplace.   I hope you enjoy.  Addit...

In this episode, I am talking with Ginger Hardage. Ginger retired as Senior Vice President of Culture and Communications at Southwest Airlines after an illustrious 25 years where she served as a member of the CEO’s executive team. Currently, she leads Unstoppable Cultures, a brand designed to help organizations create and sustain cultures of enduring greatness.   Check out the episode to learn how...

In this episode, I am talking with Yewande Faloyin, founder and CEO of OTITO, which specializes in coaching entrepreneurial executives and serial high achievers.   Check out the episode to hear our discussion around mindset, how to ask questions without it feeling like an interrogation, and the importance of connecting with you strengths, values, and passion.   I hope you enjoy.  Additional Resour...

In this episode, I am talking with Anish Majumdar, career coach and hidden job market expert.   Check out the episode to get Anish’s perspective on the listen/learn/help approach, the importance of qualifying questions, and what you can learn from Marlon Brando about effective communication.   I hope you enjoy.  Additional Resources: ► Follow Communispond on LinkedIn for more communication skills...

In this episode, I am talking with Johnny Crowder, Founder and CEO at Cope Notes, which provides daily mental health support.   Check out the episode to hear about Johnny’s journey from abuse and mental health struggles to becoming a TEDx speaker, CEO, and mental health advocate. We discuss the importance of being authentic, why investing in communication skills is so important, and why he never f...

In this episode, I am talking with Donna Loughlin, President and Founder of LMG PR, a high impact strategic public relations firm for innovative emerging markets.   Check out the episode to hear Donna’s take on the power of networks, why agility is so important when it comes to communication, and how body language impacts your communication style.  Additional Resources: ► Follow Communispond on Li...