Are you using your little brain or your big brain when caught in that unexpected high-stakes conversation? Learn how to manage your brain to keep cool under high pressure. Serial entrepreneur and owner of multiple restaurants, Kevin McCarney, knows exactly how to communicate well when the heat is on(literally.) In this fun episode, the author of "Big Brain, Little Brain: how to control which one speaks for you" Kevin McCarney, shares his favorite tools for keeping good communication flows and ma...
Aug 03, 2021•44 min
Welcome to the Speak Up with Laura Camacho podcast. This is the place where you get encouragement and tools to say what needs to be said. Be the leader who moves things forward. Listen in as Laura asks daring questions to voice and communication coach, Judith Weinman, founder of Accent on Speech. We discuss so many aspects of accent and voice that relate to how you are perceived as a leader. Listen to learn actionable insights to sound more confident like: - What to do when you have an accent an...
Jul 26, 2021•35 min
Learn how to navigate tricky relationship issues with Debra Roberts, conversation expert and creator of the Relationship Protocol. A former social worker, Debra brings a unique, hands-on practical approach to improving relationships through better communication. While our conversation focused on work relationships, a lot of what we shared applies to personal relationships also. Listen to learn juicy take-aways like these: - Manage the crucial role of feelings in a relationship - How remote work ...
Jul 06, 2021•39 min
In this episode, Laura interviews headhunter Rob Barnett, who is also an author, podcaster, and entrepreneur. He worked in radio and video for much of his career. He recently authored, Next Job, Best Job: A Headhunter's 11 Strategies to Get Hired Now. Tune in to learn the latest juicy job seeking tips: - The most important thing to do if you still have a job - How to deal with the elephant in the room (like being overqualified) - The Zoom minimum requirements you need - Email vs. snail mail than...
May 26, 2021•45 min
In this episode Laura chats with Brett Putter, CEO & Founder of CultureGene, and author of several books, including Own Your Culture. Brett's fascinating initial dive into culture started with his earlier role as an executive recruiter. It was from that perspective that Brett saw the power of a strong company culture and how culture fit impacts profitability. In this sparkling episode listen as Brett and I discuss tidbits like these: - How the best leaders bring culture to the surface - The ...
Apr 01, 2021•45 min
Did you know that mindfulness leads to better communication? In this episode, learn how mindfulness brings awareness which helps you communicate more effectively and be a happier person. Guest expert Edward Turnbull, former intellectual property attorney, mediator, negotiator, and sales leader shares how the practice of mindfulness can transform your life. He spells out the interrelationship between mindfulness and communication in his recent book, "Mindful Communication for Happiness" link for ...
Mar 17, 2021•46 min
This is a must-listen for anyone working in and around technology. Chris Fenning, who worked for 20+ years in international technical teams shares very specific ways engineers and other technical professionals can communicate highly complex messages to a variety of stakeholders. Not only is Chris entertaining, he trained as an engineer so he deeply understands the demands of professionals working in highly-complex and rapidly changing technology. Chris Fenning is also author of the award-winning...
Mar 01, 2021•38 min
The ability to convince a person to take a chance on you is one of the most important skills to achieve success in both business and life. Yet so many high performers overlook and/or misunderstand the art of persuasion. In this deep conversation with Suneel Gupta, we discuss how to present your ideas in a way that makes others WANT to be a part of your project. This discussion is based on Gupta's book. Backable: The Surprising Truth about What Makes People Take a Chance on You. Specifically we c...
Feb 22, 2021•48 min
Today's guest is Darren Reinke, founder and managing director of Group Sixty, based in San Diego. Darren is a master leadership developer and author of the insightful The Savage Leader. Darren is all about authentic leadership. In this episode, we hashed out some key distinctions. (Warning: We get a bit off topic on trying to figure out Kafka's "Metamorphosis"). Here are a few of the juicy take-aways from this warm conversation: - the thing that derails too many projects! - what it means to be a...
Feb 15, 2021•41 min
Learn from guest expert, Robert "Bo" Brabo, former Chief of HR Operations with the White House Communications Agency. Bo shares the most important aspects of values-driven leadership and how culture reflects the organization's values. Specifically we go into actionable insights including: - What is really involved in leading the White House communications teams for U.S. presidents - The value of creating work tools as a source of truth for processes and results - Learn how the world's largest em...
Jan 29, 2021•45 min
WOW! You have got to listen to Bonnie Caver, IABC chair, share the goods on what's trending in business communication and culture, as we approach the end of 2020. Specifically Bonnie shares these nuggets: - What defines reputation architecture and why you should know that - Why everyone is being asked to do more at work right now - How the imperative to engage people through stories is more urgent than ever - The missing piece in most corporate cultures when work goes remote - How Bonnie keeps h...
Dec 17, 2020•37 min
Renowned leadership trainer Luis Gonzales with Fierce Inc has literally worked with companies all over the planet to earn his expertise in transformative conversations. In this fascinating episode, Luis shares what's really important while so many people are working remotely. Specifically Luis and I talk about: - How to address those lurking internal assumptions inside ourselves before causing communication chaos - Keys to getting effective input from your introverted or internal processing team...
Dec 07, 2020•43 min
Activist, architect and former IDEO senior director, Fred Dust, author of "Making Conversation: Seven Essential Elements of Meaningful Communication" unveils his best communication secrets in this high-energy, inspiring interview. His approach to conversation is totally unexpected, and yet it totally works. In his words, "That's why you're here: to have a conversation." Learn from Fred things like these... - How meaningful conversations can come from a point of pain - Conversation is a creative ...
Nov 09, 2020•45 min
Laura and another unconventional working mom, Dr. Carrie Gress, discuss ways to bring up certain tabu topics. Carrie Gress is author of multiple books, the latest is "Theology of Home 2". She is also an international speaker, business owner and mother of five. These are some of the talking points Carrie and I hash out: - when people think they already know what you're going to say - what to do when logic fails (this happens a lot btw) - how some conversations can lead to happiness - an alternati...
Nov 03, 2020•36 min
In this conversation guest Robin Hills (complete with charming Brit accent) shares how to use emotional intelligence for better results at work. Specifically Robin covers: - Variations of Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and Cognitive Intelligence (IQ) (which explains a lot about toxic leaders) - How to assess EQ during a job interview - How EQ helps you listen more effectively - What you can do if your boss is low EQ - The EQ component that lowers stress - Music that inspires Robin Robin Hills offer...
Oct 22, 2020•40 min
In this high-energy conversation, brand experience expert, Kimberly Sundt, spills the tea on all the things customer experience. She dives into the branding side of client experience as well as the personal brand aspect for corporate leaders. Specific take-aways include: : How client experience became a thing : Different ways to begin a customer experience analysis : How customer experience relates to branding : Example of budget brand delivering top customer experience in healthcare : Who is ac...
Oct 07, 2020•44 min
Learn in Laura Camacho's interview with Bruce Tulgan exactly what it takes to be THE go-to person at work, without working yourself to misery. Bruce shares tips from his recent Harvard-published book, "The Art of Being Indispensable at Work: win influence - beat overcommitment and get the right things done". Work has changed so that people are getting requests from across the organization. It's a fresh challenge to deal with so many people asking for so many things across various channels. In th...
Jul 21, 2020•48 min
In this episode learn from Charlie Nadler (CCO of Laugh Dealers) how to use comedy to make your work and your culture better. Charlie's job is to help professionals be more funny. Here he shares knowledge goodies like these... : How the Lunch Club helps people network during Covid : What makes comedy work for you : How humor can affect your culture : Why certain sarcasm misses the mark : The best tool for being funny at work : What to NEVER do with humor : How to test your material : The ins and...
Jul 14, 2020•39 min
The number one complaint about communication at work is about people not getting to the point, or taking too long to make a point. ASPCA Senior Director of Strategic and Executive Communications, Presentation Coach, and Harvard Business Review contributor, Joel Schwartzberg, is also author of the award-winning book "Get to the Point! Sharpen Your Message and Make Your Words Matter." In this Speak Up podcast episode, Joel generously shares his communication tools for getting your point across to ...
May 29, 2020•42 min
In this episode Laura Camacho interviews communication expert Mala Subramaniam, author of Beyond Wins. Mala takes the whole concept of negotiating and reframes from the most strategic, introvert-friendly point of view. Laura and Mala geek out on all things persuasion, success and relationship oriented, sharing the following: - The difference between a winning mindset and a success mindset and which one takes you farther - How get your mind clear before a scary meeting - A broader, more useful wa...
Apr 23, 2020•44 min
The medium is the message. So said communication scholar, Marshall McLuhan. His pithy remark sums up the idea that messages change from one communication medium to another, like from newspaper to television. So too, your message adjusts when you are in online meeting. Your IRL executive presence does not automatically transfer to the virtual environment. Your team members and colleagues are looking to you to inspire trust and confidence. Listen to this episode to learn how to model executive pre...
Apr 17, 2020•18 min
In this episode Laura discusses the concepts of Pre-Trauma Stress and Post-Trauma Growth. She then shares 8 default thought patterns in time of crisis and what specifically you can think about to gain better use of your most precious asset, your brain. + You're in a bad situation, don't make it worse + How helping others helps you + Now is the time to build relationships with family, team members, clients, bosses, friends and anyone you know in need. + Why your thoughts go down that negative spi...
Mar 26, 2020•27 min
It's time for a Corona Brain Reset. How can you benefit from this current crisis? Listen to learn... + It's critical to distinguish fact from feelings + How the news industry is structured + What you can focus on now to get stronger + If someone on your team is worried about dying from the virus + How to think about money right now + One experiment you can do to help everyone. For more culture fixing savvy visit www.mixonian.com
Mar 18, 2020•17 min
Today's episode deals with how to stay calm, be anti-fragile and build culture during a crisis. A healthy culture is one where everyone feels heard, understood and valued. Listen to learn + The cost of not being calm to your job and your health + The collective emotional contagion we are seeing + What your team needs from you right now + The hidden opportunity for you and your team + Ways to better structure your communication for remote work For more visit www.mixonian.com
Mar 17, 2020•24 min
Senior copywriter Elizabeth Beasley shares her creative career path from Cartoon Network in Atlanta to remote Projectline job in Shelburne Falls, MASS. Elizabeth, a charismatic extravert, has adapted to working from home by being proactive and using the right tools. In this episode she shares how she came to embrace this new opportunity of cultural immersion in a small town. She sees herself as a "digital settler". Listen to this episode to learn: - How an extravert manages to thrive in remote w...
Feb 25, 2020•31 min
A life-changing interview. Ash Ambirge teaches us the deepest levels of courage and resourcefulness. Listen and learn things like - The importance of access to new ideas through books - Meaningfulness vs. happiness - Radical Self Reliance, even if you have a job - Different ways to promote your personal brand - An exercise to write more interesting work emails - Professional communication that still reflects your authentic cool self - Bringing your personality and humanity to work - Ash's last v...
Feb 11, 2020•36 min
Listen to this episode to learn the Best Rule Ever that will make sound more confident and solid. It will get other people on board faster, make decisions faster and think better about situations. A lot of rules are meant to be broken but this one is a fabulous one to follow. I share 7 applications of the Rule of 3 that will make your life easier and better. For more communication savvy visit www.mixonian.com
Feb 04, 2020•24 min
Financial Services marketing veteran and native New Yorker, Tricia Gabberty, shares a big upward communication fail, all the details about her fun holiday party for her remote team, an unconventional look at gender issues in her industry and more. Tricia is a senior level marketer sharply focused on client experience and their customer's journey, driving best results for both. In 2018 a study released Tuesday by Zug, Switzerland-based serviced office provider IWG found that 70 percent of profess...
Jan 21, 2020•31 min
This episode reveals the 5 signs you lack Executive Presence based on research by Dianna Booher. Listen to learn: : The role of executive presence : What not having executive presence looks like : What people assume about you : How to think so you come across as having executive presence For more communication savvy you can use visit https://mixonian.com
Jan 14, 2020•16 min
Most of what you communicate (at least 70%) comes through your body! This is such an exciting episode with leading body language expert, Alison Henderson. Learn the most powerful nonverbal communication skill to elevate your game today. : The one thing you can do right now to come across as more confident : What causes people not to trust what you're saying : The real purpose of executive presence : What makes a leader visionary and confident Alison Henderson is based in Chicago and owns Moving ...
Jan 07, 2020•38 min
