Do you have Communication Skills questions? Listen to Andrea answer 12 communication skills questions from a live Q&A event hosted by FishBowl. Learn how to handle a difficult boss, communication tips for introverts, ideas for how to network and secure a new job, and more! RESOURCES FishBowl https://www.fishbowlapp.com/ Andrea on Fishbowl – https://www.fishbowlapp.com/fb/andrea-wojnicki […] The post #102 Communication Skills Questions – Q&A from Fishbowl appeared first on Talk About Talk ....
May 30, 2022•42 min
Social media is an effective but under-leveraged tool for communicating our personal brand. Let’s get strategic and learn how. Consider 3 things: WHERE you’re engaging, HOW you’re engaging and WHAT you’re saying. Here’s your opportunity to get updated on social media from an industry expert, Andrew Jenkins, author of “Social Media Marketing for Business.” […] The post #101 Communicating your Personal Brand on SOCIAL MEDIA with Andrew Jenkins appeared first on Talk About Talk ....
May 16, 2022•41 min
Andrea’s top 3 communication insights after 100 episodes of the Talk About Talk podcast. These are the under-rated insights that Andrea encourages us to focus on, regardless of your profession or seniority. 1.) Keep it short. 2.) It’s not about you. 3.) Adopt a growth mindset. SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST RESOURCES 3 Big Thank […] The post #100 Andrea’s Top 3 Communication Insights appeared first on Talk About Talk ....
May 02, 2022•25 min
Are you a Sage Leader? Sage leaders are inclusive, they are mentally fit, and they listen. Sage leaders are exceptional communicators. Learn how to communicate as a sage leader from executive coach Angie Alexander. RESOURCES Angie Alexander LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/angie-alexander-yyc/ Instagram @sagecoachangie Clubhouse @angieayyc – weekly Mental Fitness & Sage Leadership room in the Thought Leadership Branding Club […] The post #99 Communicating as a SAGE LEADER with Angie Alexande...
Apr 18, 2022•35 min
Personal Branding is important, yet it never seems urgent. Dr. Andrea Wojnicki shares 3 specific reasons why we should all take the time and effort to develop our personal brand, plus she shares a variety of resources to help you develop your personal brand: a new online course, podcast episodes, newsletter blogs, and more. RESOURCES […] The post #98 The Power Of PERSONAL BRANDING appeared first on Talk About Talk ....
Apr 04, 2022•23 min
Your Personal Style provides an opportunity to communicate your Personal Brand. People often see you before they hear a word you say! Learn a technique to help you define and cultivate your Personal Style, plus a simple tip to help you decide what clothing to buy and what to leave in the store. Thank you […] The post #97 PERSONAL STYLE & Your Personal Brand appeared first on Talk About Talk ....
Mar 21, 2022•37 min
Body language is a significant element in our communication. Here’s a 3-point body language scan to help you optimize both how you are perceived and how you feel. Perhaps you’re not sure what to do with your hands? Or perhaps you catch yourself slouching and your mind is wandering. Think: “3-Point Body Language Scan!” Suddenly, […] The post #96 The 3 Point BODY LANGUAGE Scan appeared first on Talk About Talk ....
Mar 07, 2022•20 min
Andrea interviews leadership communication expert Judith Humphrey (part 2). Learn about imposter syndrome, communication differences between men and women, effective self-promotion, the leaders’ script, when we should apologize, and what to do when your boss suggests it’s time to demonstrate leadership. This is part 2 of a two-part feature (ep. 94 & 95) on “Taking […] The post #95 TAKING THE STAGE part 2 – Communication Skills for LEADERS with Judith Humphrey appeared first on Talk About Talk ....
Feb 21, 2022•42 min
Andrea interviews leadership communication expert Judith Humphrey. Learn about imposter syndrome, communication differences between men and women, effective self-promotion, the leaders’ script, when we should apologize, and what to do when your boss suggests you need to demonstrate leadership. This is part 1 of a two-part feature (ep. 94 & 95) on “Taking the Stage: […] The post #94 TAKING THE STAGE – Communication Skills for LEADERS with Judith Humphrey – part 1 appeared first on Talk About Talk...
Feb 07, 2022•27 min
THREE is a powerful number that we can use to improve our communication. 3 makes things easier to understand and easier to recall. 3 is balanced and substantive, but not overwhelming. Consider the power of 3 in your communication, whether you’re categorizing, listing, highlighting, influencing, ranking or creating a framework. Make 3 your default. RESOURCES […] The post #93 The Power of THREE appeared first on Talk About Talk ....
Jan 24, 2022•22 min
NETWORKS: We all want a strong network, but most of us hate networking. Jamie Millar of SkyBridge shares tips for building a strong network, options for how to curate your LinkedIn connections, and why we should distinguish between networks and networking. RESOURCES James Millar LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-millar-3033/ SkyBridge & Associates – https://skybridge.associates/ Newsletter Recommendations: […] The post #92 The Power of NETWORKS with Jamie Millar appeared first on Talk...
Jan 10, 2022•47 min
The best of Talk About Talk, including the top 3 most downloaded podcast episodes of 2021, 3 insights we learned, and 3 communication goals for 2022. SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST RESOURCES Books & Podcast Episodes “Talk Like Ted” by Carmine Gallo #58: Communicate with CONFIDENCE – Mental Preparation #86: Introductions – How to INTRODUCE […] The post #91 The BEST OF Talk About Talk – top 3 appeared first on Talk About Talk ....
Dec 27, 2021•23 min
Have you been told it’s time to start “demonstrating leadership”? Learn 5 ways to communicate your leadership potential and make leadership an integral part of your personal brand. You can create thought leadership, demonstrate people leadership, you can talk leadership, and more. RESOURCES Podcast Episodes #52 – Communication Skills of Effective Leaders – with […] The post #90 DEMONSTRATING LEADERSHIP: Leadership & Your Personal Brand appeared first on Talk About Talk ....
Dec 06, 2021•23 min
Do you like the sound of your voice? Can your voice be improved? Do you have an accent? In this interview with voice expert Judith Weinman, you’ll learn 5 things you can do to optimize the sound of your voice, how to leverage your voice in terms of your personal brand, and all about accents. […] The post #89 Using Your VOICE with Judith Weinman appeared first on Talk About Talk ....
Nov 22, 2021•56 min
Do you want to be a better listener? Yes, you can learn to listen! Learn tactical strategies to help you become a better listener, reasons why listening is so difficult, and the 3 levels of listening. RESOURCES LISTENING Podcast Episodes LISTENING with legal veteran Norm Bacal Communication Skills of Effective Leaders with Heather Stark […] The post #88 The Power of LISTENING appeared first on Talk About Talk ....
Nov 08, 2021•18 min
How to introduce others: The do’s & don’ts of formally introducing a speaker or a guest, plus how to introduce or connect two people. RESOURCES Dr. Andrea Wojnicki & Talk About Talk Episode 86 – INTRODUCTIONS – How to Introduce Yourself Website – https://talkabouttalk.com Free Newsletter – https://talkabouttalk.com/blog/#newsletter-signup Email – [email protected] Free 20minconsult – […] The post #87 INTRODUCTIONS: How to Introduce & Connect Others appeared first on Talk About Talk ....
Oct 25, 2021•17 min
Introducing yourself shouldn’t be something you dread. Learn a 3-point self-introduction framework (not a script!) plus 4 general tips for introducing yourself effectively. Introducing yourself is a rare opportunity to highlight your personal brand! RESOURCES Dr. Andrea Wojnicki & Talk About Talk Website – https://talkabouttalk.com Free Newsletter – https://talkabouttalk.com/blog/#newsletter-signup Email – [email protected] Free 20minconsult […] The post #86 INTRODUCTIONS – How to Introdu...
Oct 11, 2021•17 min
What is jargon? Learn about buzzwords, corporate jargon and “big words,” including why we use these words, their impact (it’s not always negative!) and how we can learn to avoid jargon. Words matter! JARGON RESOURCES David Ogilvy: http://www.listsofnote.com/2012/02/how-to-write.html Annoying business buzzwords: https://www.trustradius.com/buyer-blog/annoying-business-buzzwords Annoying Buzzwords: https://fortune.com/2021/07/07/most-annoying-buzzwords-2021/ https://www.trustradius.com/buyer-blog/...
Sep 27, 2021•17 min
Strategic Principles of PERSONAL BRANDING: Before you start promoting your Personal Brand, you need to articulate what it is! Learn the 3 strategic principles of Personal Branding, plus the most common mistake that people make when crafting their Personal Brand. PRINCIPLES OF PERSONAL BRANDING RESOURCES Podcast Episodes #77 PERSONAL BRANDING: Reinforcing your Personal Brand […] The post #84 Strategic Principles of PERSONAL BRANDING appeared first on Talk About Talk ....
Sep 13, 2021•20 min
Do you suffer from IMPOSTER SYNDROME? Most of us do! Learn exactly what imposter syndrome is, how to avoid or alleviate imposter syndrome, and some good news: how the discourse (talk) about imposter syndrome has evolved. RESOURCES IMPOSTER SYNDROME “The 4 Ps of Preparing to Communicate with Confidence” Talk About Talk podcast episode #59 […] The post #83 Let’s Talk IMPOSTER SYNDROME appeared first on Talk About Talk ....
Aug 16, 2021•24 min
Introvert or extrovert – which one are you? Learn 3 common misconceptions about the introvert/extrovert scale and how to leverage this personality dimension to help you manage your energy and your relationships with others. RESOURCES Introvert vs Extrovert INC magazine – https://www.inc.com/melanie-curtin/are-you-shy-or-introverted-science-says-this-is-1-primary-difference.html Forbes – https://www.forbes.com/sites/jeffboss/2015/09/10/6-facts-you-should-know-about-introverts-that-have-significan...
Aug 02, 2021•23 min
Taboo topics are sacred or prohibited based on morals, religion or social norms. Learn how to respond to taboo topics and the significance of context when it comes to taboos. What’s considered taboo depends on the time in history, the generation, the person, the setting, even the medium. People seem to feel more comfortable reading […] The post #81 Talking TABOO Topics appeared first on Talk About Talk ....
Jul 19, 2021•24 min
Podcaster Dave Jackson shares general communication insights for all of us, plus specific advice for podcasters, including the most common mistakes that podcasters make, the ideal length for a podcast, and how to refer to the listeners… RESOURCES Podcaster Dave Jackson & The School of Podcasting Profit From Your Podcast book – https://amzn.to/35wIWKf […] The post #80 COMMUNICATION INSIGHTS from hall-of-fame podcaster Dave Jackson appeared first on Talk About Talk ....
Jul 05, 2021•50 min
Storytelling can elevate your communication! Learn 4 ways stories are impactful, the important elements of stories, and where to find great stories. Whether you’re giving a speech or presentation, leading a meeting, or teaching, storytelling will connect you with your audience. RESOURCES Talk About Talk Podcast Episodes Mentioned Telling your Story with Norman Bacal […] The post #79 How to Use STORYTELLING to Elevate Your Communication appeared first on Talk About Talk ....
Jun 21, 2021•28 min
Upskilling, or focusing on personal development, can propel your career. But what skills should you focus on and how should you develop them? Cherry Siu, chief of staff at Deloitte, shares personal development insights from her personal experience and observation of other global professionals. RESOURCES Cherry Siu & Deloitte Cherry on LinkedIn – linkedin.com/in/cherrysiu […] The post #78 PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT: Upskilling to Propel Your Career with Cherry Siu appeared first on Talk About Talk ....
Jun 07, 2021•37 min
Personal branding is more than just the words we say about ourselves. Learn to reinforce your personal brand through consistent implicit communication, ranging from your personal style, possessions, affiliations, how you show up for meetings, and more. RESOURCES Dr. Andrea Wojnicki Email – [email protected] Book Andrea for a free 20min “communication skills training” consult Andrea on […] The post #77 PERSONAL BRANDING: Reinforcing your Personal Brand with Implicit Communication appeared ...
May 24, 2021•24 min
Strong communication skills can elevate your leadership effectiveness and your career. CEO Jill Nykoliation shares her general career advice, what she keeps in her 2 notebooks, the most common career pitfalls, and more. Listen to learn how to communicate like a boss! This is the 2nd half of a 2-part interview. Please see episode #75 […] The post #76 LEADERSHIP: Communicate Like a Boss! PART 2 with Jill Nykoliation, CEO Juniper Park\TBWA appeared first on Talk About Talk ....
May 10, 2021•32 min
Effective leaders communicate like a boss! Compassion, precision, and frequency of communication are just a few of the values that CEO Jill Nykoliation exemplifies and that she encourages others to embrace. This is part 1 of a 2-part interview. The 2nd episode (#76) includes a summary of both episodes. RESOURCES Jill Nykoliation LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillnykoliation/ […] The post #75 LEADERSHIP: Communicate Like a Boss! PART 1 with Jill Nykoliation, CEO Juniper Park\TBWA appeared...
May 03, 2021•35 min
Technology entrepreneur Robson Beaudry shares how we can use VR to practice and improve our interpersonal and communication skills. VR can accelerate and improve our practice, beyond alternatives such as role-playing or watching ourselves. Key insights include the power of meta-learning and the impact of listening versus talking… RESOURCES Robson Beaudry LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robsonbeaudry/ Twitter: @cavetocreation […] The post #73 Practicing Communication Skills with VR Technolo...
Apr 05, 2021•39 min
Practice can elevate our performance. But WHAT IS PRACTICE? Dr. Nadine Kelly shares how practice does not make perfect, how to practice effectively by setting intentions (WHY am I doing this and WHO do I need to be?) and the benefits of practice, including being less reactive. RESOURCES & RECOMMENDATIONS Dr. Nadine Kelly Website – […] The post #72 Practicing Communication Skills: WHAT IS PRACTICE? with Dr. Nadine Kelly YogiMD appeared first on Talk About Talk ....
Mar 22, 2021•41 min
