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Simple, practical communication advice for your next conversation.
Hey Reader, You show up.You contribute.You’re kind. But deep down… You don’t feel respected when you speak. In this week’s podcast episode, I’m talking about exactly that—how to be more respected in your communication, without changing who you are. Here’s what you’ll learn: How to use a slower, calmer voice to instantly command more respect The go-to response that helps people know where you stand (even if you don't know the right answer) What to say when someone crosses the line—and how to...
Hey Reader, You have great ideas in meetings. But when you speak up, people don’t take you seriously. Your ideas deserve attention, but they’re falling flat. Why? Because you’re downplaying your ideas instead of asserting them.Here’s exactly how to fix that: Next time someone asks for your opinion in a meeting, don’t start with “I think” or “I feel.” Soft language undercuts your credibility. So use predicting language instead like: “I predict…”“I anticipate…”“I envision…” It signals that...
Hey Reader, You’re mid-sentence, making a point. And suddenly they jump in with, “Well, you know what I think…” Just like that, they’ve taken over the conversation. Now what? In this week’s podcast episode, I’m breaking down exactly how to respond when someone talks over you—without raising your voice or losing your ground. Here’s what you’ll learn: The common (but ineffective) responses that actually make you look desperate What to say instead—so you stay confident and in control Why your...