Three Words You Should Use As Quickly As Possible (Level One) - 022

About this episode

Bryan Buckley discusses the importance of specific words in business conversations, introducing the first three 'Speak Up Words' that can enhance initial interactions.

Most business professionals rarely stop to think about the words they use — and the ones they're missing. In this episode, Bryan breaks down Level 1 of a two-level word framework built for the 1st 5 Minutes of any business conversation: Speak Up Words. These are the words that lift, warm, and open a person before anything deeper is said. Six total words across two levels — this episode covers the first three. What's covered in this episode: Complimentary — A genuine, specific compliment does...

People in this episode

Host: Bryan Buckley

Topics covered

• business communication
• word framework
• compliments
• conversation skills
• professional development

Keywords

• business professionals
• Speak Up Words
• conversation
• complimentary
• communication skills

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