Tag: vulnerability

Beyond the Charm

Challenged with charm and charisma? While charm and charisma may light up a room, they don’t have the power you may believe when it comes to executive presence. In fact, you may be misclassifying these traits and ignoring what’s really

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The Truth About Not Being Understood

We assume they’re tuning out – but are they really? It’s easy to assume that when someone doesn’t understand us, they’re not paying attention. In this video, I share a personal story with my son, Ethan, that challenges this assumption

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It’s Not the Flash, It’s the Power Source

We focus on the flash, but miss the power source. When we watch great communicators, it’s usually all about the delivery. But there’s something deeper going on that most people never notice. In this video, I’m sharing what’s really driving

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Is Charisma the Secret Sauce?

Feel like you’re not “personality-packed” enough to be a strong communicator? You’re not alone – and you’re not wrong to question that. In this video, I break down why charisma isn’t the secret sauce we think it is and what

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The Quiet Trap

Is more communication always better? Research finds that one of the top drivers of burnout is lack of clear communication. Research also finds that one of the top drivers of employee disengagement is poor communication. Then one might assume that

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The Mistake You’re Making with Communication

Thank goodness for AI – now I don’t have to be a good communicator. WHAT?? AI can be a tool if you struggle with #communication, but it will eventually hold you back! And if you believe only naturally good communicators

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Conflict and Communication

Is conflict the enemy of communication? My husband, Matt, and I have certainly experienced conflict over our 20+ year marriage. So does that mean we’re not good communicators? Whether it’s in your personal or professional life, find out more about

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Does More = Better?

Is more communication always better? Research finds that one of the top drivers of burnout is lack of clear communication. Research also finds that one of the top drivers of employee disengagement is poor communication. Then one might assume that

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The Communication Package

Punctuation saves lives! I wonder then, how will Gen Z survive?! All kidding aside, this leads to a big myth in communication – that communication is just about words. I’m not talking about punctuation in this video, but I am

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Speak Anywhere to Anyone

Fear of public speaking? Whether it’s to one person or a crowd of thousands, most people have a fear of presenting to others. Yet, it’s something we’re required to do all the time! What’s the secret to overcoming this fear?

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Always-On GPS

The always-on GPS. For over 20 years, I’ve driven from my home to my parent’s home, the home I grew up in as a child – yet, I always check my GPS. Why? The same reason that I recommend you

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Which Teams Perform Best

The dreaded team meeting! Every team has a team meeting, right? But I’m curious… how effective are your meetings? And how effective is your team? Here, I share best practices to amp them up!

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