September 11, 2001 changed the lives of millions. Twenty years later we can see the rippling impact that day has had on our relationships, the way we do business, and the way we communicate. During this episode Laura shares how 9/11 has impacted generation connection and why it’s important to continue learning from the past in order to address today’s communication issues. To learn more about Dr. Laura Sicola and how mastering influence can impact your success go to https://ww...
Sep 13, 2021•16 min•Season 2Ep. 71
Video is a necessary part of any communication strategy. Using your phone to record video is an easy way to obtain high quality content with minimal equipment. On this episode Laura breaks down the reasons why selfie videos are the best way for you to connect authentically and consistently with your audience. She will share the common limiting beliefs that are keeping you hidden behind the camera and the best equipment and mindset strategy to put yourself in the spotlight. To learn more a...
Sep 06, 2021•30 min•Season 2Ep. 70
Ralph Galati shares how his organization’s passion for helping Veterans continues to inspire communities to connect and support individuals transitioning into civilian life. Listen in as Laura and Ralph discuss the importance of written and verbal communication skills in leaders, understanding the unique language of military personnel, and how to communicate via a chain of command. Ralph also reveals the issues surrounding Veteran employment and how you can help Veterans in your own commun...
Aug 30, 2021•36 min•Season 2Ep. 69
Angela Liddle shares how cautious communication strengthens relationships and creates community hope over time. Listen in as Laura and Angela discuss how the PAFSA is working to communicate with family and community members to bring awareness and light into conversation concerning abused children. During this conversation Angela shares what it means to “focus on small soundbites” when communicating in public speaking situations, and how to “verbally thread the needle” for...
Aug 23, 2021•39 min•Season 2Ep. 68
When the stakes are high, how do you communicate your needs in a concise way that builds trust? Christine Jacobs joins Laura to discuss the profound impact of educating and advocating for adoption. Listen in as Laura and Christine explore the common myths of adoption eligibility, how Christine builds relationships to advocate for children, and why there are no unwanted children, just unfound families. Christine also shares what she looks for in a non-profit leader and how effective communication...
Aug 16, 2021•34 min•Season 2Ep. 67
What’s the difference between public speaking and being a podcast guest? The key to successful guesting is in the preparation. In this episode Laura breaks down the key equipment, research, and preparation tips you need to know to represent yourself and your organization in a clear and engaging way. Laura also gives insights into the interview process from the host perspective and how to go from standard guest to fan favorite. To learn more about Dr. Laura Sicola and how mastering i...
Aug 09, 2021•18 min•Season 2Ep. 66
Bruce Sham shares how staying focused on solutions has helped navigate delicate conversation and forge strong relationships around wealth management. Listen in as Laura and Bruce discuss how to connect to clients through stories, identifying the varied needs of each person you speak with, why a quality microphone is critical for virtual communication, and how to initiate hard conversations with sensitive information. Bruce H. Sham, CLF, has dedicated his financial services practice of over 40 ye...
Aug 02, 2021•30 min•Season 2Ep. 65
Sean Kelly discusses the importance of connecting with and serving your team as they adjust to the next phase of working post-pandemic. Listen in as Laura and Sean discuss being adaptable when communicating with leaders and team members of your organization, creating new ways for teams to connect virtually, the importance of being vulnerable with your team, and how Sean finds joy in the process of creating new and innovative things within his organization. Sean Kelly is a three-time INC. 500 lis...
Jul 26, 2021•33 min•Season 2Ep. 64
Elaine Cheong discusses how her organization is creating a platform Asian voices to be heard and how she is focused on building connections throughout her community. Listen in as Laura and Elaine discuss dealing with culture differences and how cultures show respect, the delicacies of communicating authentically in multiple languages, and how we can support diverse teams to develop the ability to articulate and be assertive. Elaine Cheong is a Senior Vice President with Bank of America responsib...
Jul 19, 2021•36 min•Season 2Ep. 63
Are you experiencing fear and overwhelm when it comes to asking for a promotion or communicating with your team? You could be experiencing imposter syndrome. During this episode Laura shares how a trip to Costa Rica helped her understand the feelings that come up when experiencing a promotion or success and the key symptoms of imposter syndrome that you may be missing. To learn more about Dr. Laura Sicola and how mastering influence can impact your success go to https://www.speakingtoinfl...
Jul 12, 2021•32 min•Season 2Ep. 62
Catherine Cahill shares how her organization is navigating live events in a post pandemic world. Listen in as Laura and Catherine discuss how the performing arts industry is staying adaptable, understanding the mindset of your audience, and why Catherine loves influencing and communicating with her community. They also discuss the importance of listening when outside of your comfort zone. Catherine M. Cahill joined the Mann Center in June of 2008. Ms. Cahill graduated from Temple University for ...
Jun 28, 2021•38 min•Season 2Ep. 61
How are you communicating your solutions with your team? On today’s episode Shani Boone shares how she focuses on the way she frames her message based on what resonates with her audience. Listen in as Laura and Shani discuss creative problem solving, telling a story with the numbers, and earning your audience’s trust. They also explore ways to keep your virtual communication clear and staying engaged with the person on the other side of the screen. Shani Boone is the divisional CFO o...
Jun 21, 2021•37 min•Season 2Ep. 60
Are you looking for a new way to share your message with the world? On today’s episode Vikrant Shaurya shares how book publishing helps you clarify, package, and distribute the message your audience needs to hear. Listen in as Laura and Vikrant discuss how he makes the book writing process simple through systems, the downside to making decisions without clarity, and how to find the right support to accomplish your goals, even through difficult conversations. Vikrant Shaurya is the Founder ...
Jun 14, 2021•32 min•Season 2Ep. 59
Communication starts with yourself. On today’s episode Michael E. Gerber explains the difference between working for yourself and building a business around what you do. Laura and Michael discuss the common mistakes most small businesses make when it comes to communicating their offers to the world and how Michael’s Eightfold Path helps you go from a company of one to one thousand. They also discuss how to shift from communicating about your business to communicating like a leader. M...
Jun 07, 2021•35 min•Season 2Ep. 58
Today Ron Carucci shares the key factors of establishing an effective leadership dynamic in your organization. Listen in as Ron and Laura discuss the importance of dignity in the workplace, blind spots in leadership, and why feeling safe to ask questions is pivotal for a trusting workplace culture. Ron Carucci is co-founder and managing partner at Navalent, working with CEOs and executives pursuing transformational change for their organizations, leaders, and industries. You can connect w...
May 31, 2021•33 min•Season 2Ep. 57
On today’s episode Laura breaks down the key components of a captivating elevator pitch and how you can maximize your influence while networking. Laura shares what to avoid when crafting your pitch, how to help people understand your value, and the benefits of focusing on simplicity first. Download Laura’s list of recommended equipment to optimize your personal and professional brand on video here: https://www.speakingtoinfluence.com/equipment To learn more about Dr. La...
May 03, 2021•23 min•Season 2Ep. 56
Today Jesse Doubek shares his journey of learning through failure and how his ability to observe and create systems has inspired digital entrepreneurs today. Listen in as Laura and Jesse discuss how he was able to scale his services by establishing himself as an expert, the value of having quick access to all data points when focusing on lead generation, and how his organization has focused on team culture during the pandemic by becoming more intentional with the time they spend together. Jesse ...
Apr 26, 2021•37 min•Season 2Ep. 55
On today’s episode Dr. Ivan Misner discusses what it takes to make great contacts while networking and how they can serve you in business. Listen in as Laura and Dr. Misner discuss putting safety first during the pandemic, building business through referral, and the importance of being a leader that shares your vision with your team. Dr. Ivan Misner is the Founder & Chief Visionary Officer of BNI, the world’s largest business networking organization. Founded in 1985 the organizat...
Apr 19, 2021•37 min•Season 2Ep. 54
Today’s episode features a discussion with Erik Huberman and how his focus on individual and group communication has impacted his personal leadership growth and the success of the company. Listen in as Laura and Erik discuss how he pushes his executive team out of their comfort zone, why you should focus on the positive when speaking to the group, and the difference between asking questions and providing information. Erik Huberman is the founder and CEO of Hawke Media, your outsourced CMO ...
Apr 12, 2021•33 min•Season 2Ep. 53
On today’s episode Karen Shakoske explains how she focuses on communication and recognition to keep her team energized and productive during the pandemic. Laura and Karen also explore how Karen identifies the best way to reward her team, how they use DiSC assessments to identify strengths, and the essential interpersonal skills you need to lead a team effectively. Karen Shakoske leads Marketing and Corporate Communications at Janney. In this role, she is responsible for the delivery of the...
Apr 05, 2021•27 min•Season 2Ep. 52
Today Loren Howard shares how he grew his organization by investing in key employees from the very beginning. Join Laura and Loren as they discuss the importance of finding talent that aligns with your company’s values, the distinction between humility and humiliation, and how Loren focused on organic company growth while maintaining “gold standard” leadership. Loren Howard, Serial Entrepreneur is the Founder and President of Prime Plus Mortgages, and Co-founder and Presid...
Mar 29, 2021•25 min•Season 2Ep. 51
Mark Nikolich joins Laura to discuss how his organization prioritizes communication with team members and why he continues to focus on “reading in the room” in new, virtual ways. Listen in as Mark shares how public speaking helped him become a successful CEO and how he looks for indicators that his audience is understanding his message when speaking virtually. Laura and Mark also explore the importance of knowing your audience and pushing yourself to engage in new and different ways ...
Mar 22, 2021•36 min•Season 2Ep. 50
On today’s episode Laura reveals the profound impact high quality sound equipment can have on your leadership presence while on video. Listen is as she explain the role of your microphone in your leadership voice and the power of your influence as well as a simple way to assess your current microphone and improve your setup. She’ll also explore why “Zoom fatigue” occurs and what you can do to avoid it. To learn more about Dr. Laura Sicola and how mastering influenc...
Mar 15, 2021•24 min•Season 2Ep. 49
Today on Speaking to Influence Lauren Swartz shares the challenges of working with the community to make global connections while being unable to travel. Listen in as Laura and Lauren discuss code switching and the importance of being able to communicate with people on all different levels and how making someone comfortable allows you to get your message across. Lauren also shares the challenges of building a brand and reputation while working virtually and how you can establish a strong, authen...
Mar 08, 2021•39 min•Season 2Ep. 48
On today’s episode Chris Caine discusses the speed of electronic communication and how that time frame impacts audience influence. Laura and Chris explore how to convey complete thoughts with brevity, the difference between being explicit vs. implicit when communicating, and the need to answer a question first before explaining further. Christopher G. Caine is President of the Center for Global Enterprise , a non-profit organization dedicated to the study of the contemporary corporat...
Mar 01, 2021•38 min•Season 2Ep. 47
On this episode of Speaking to Influence, Jackie Linton shares how her organization works to keep their services in alignment with what the business community needs. Listen in as Laura and Jackie discuss the perception of vulnerability and how it can actually serve you in business, as well as the advantages to being a life-long learner and what supervisors are really asking when they say, “tell me more about yourself.” Jackie Linton is the President and founder of JL HR Solutions, fo...
Feb 22, 2021•39 min•Season 2Ep. 46
On this episode of Speaking to Influence, Joyce Chester shares the challenge of staying connected to the community as a non-profit organization and how she works with her team to create new opportunities. Listen in as Laura and Joyce discuss empowering volunteers to embody the mission of your organization, teaching your staff to fail forward, and gathering feedback from hard conversations. Joyce also shares why she encourages creative tension and how to communicate in a way that makes sure your ...
Feb 16, 2021•28 min•Season 2Ep. 45
On this episode of Speaking to Influence, Jeannine Lisitski discusses how her organization focuses on fostering personal commitment to create community change. Listen in as Laura and Jeannine dive into how to influence the general public, communicating in new and different ways, and the importance of teaching leadership to putting together different puzzle pieces to create a strategy for success. Jeannine L. Lisitski has been the Executive Director and President of Women Against Abuse, Inc. sinc...
Feb 08, 2021•35 min•Season 2Ep. 44
On this episode of Speaking to Influence, Marcus Allen shares how your background influences your ability to seek opportunities and lead others. Listen in as Laura and Marcus discuss helping teams stay focused through communication, creating policies that impact a wide variety of people, and how Marcus initiated a difficult conversation that led to personal and company-wide growth. Marcus Allen, president and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence Region – a one-on-one mentoring orga...
Feb 02, 2021•40 min•Season 2Ep. 43
On this episode of Speaking to Influence, Sam King reveals her best practices for maintaining communication and influence with over 2,500 clients while staying focused on authentic connection and maintaining focus on the company mission. Listen in as Laura and Sam discuss maintaining organizational relationships during remote work, the advantages of practicing micro communication, and how job roles can interpret the company mission differently. Sam King is the Chief Executive Officer at Veracode...
Jan 25, 2021•38 min•Season 2Ep. 42
