Speaking and Communicating Podcast

How do you get what you want?Meet Joshua Bandoch!Joshua is a persuasion expert and TEDx speaker, an internationally recognized persuasion expert and keynote speaker. He has spent two decades mastering the art and science of persuasion. On this episode, he discusses his book "How to Get What You Want: Mastering the Art and Science of Persuasion."He shares insights on effective persuasion techniques, emphasizing the importance of adopting a "persuader's mindset". Joshua has spent over a decade uncovering the secrets of persuasion. He’s mined psychology, neuroscience, economics, public policy, and history for cutting-edge techniques that actually work—and he’s used them in speeches written for senior government officials, national leaders, business executives, and dozens of his own talks to audiences around the world. Josh shared that he works for a public policy think tank focusing on anti-poverty and pro-opportunity initiatives, working with various elected officials regardless of party affiliation. He touched on political polarization in America, with Josh explaining that people have forgotten how to engage in constructive dialogue with those who don't share their views. Listen as Joshua shares:- how to create win-win situations- effective persuasion techniques- how to adopt a "persuader's mindset"- persuading through storytelling rather than data- being "right" versus making a difference in negotiations- how non-verbal elements impact persuasion outcomes- the importance of listening and asking questions - understanding the other person's priorities and goals- identifying overlaps with one's own priorities- how clarity can be a superpower ...and so much more!Connect with Joshua:Website: https://joshuabandoch.com/Additional Resources:"How To Get What You Want" by Joshua BandochListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-get-what-you-want-persuasion-101-w-joshua-bandoch/id1614151066?i=1000773687193Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7wzWP8Q7iLJRR672GToJF5?si=dBbnpeqvTIi0YwMQrANqhwhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/7wzWP8Q7iLJRR672GToJF5YouTube: https://youtu.be/oj_-KxFhCmU?si=ODGX56ghrmJP0M9E

How do you break free from your patterns?Meet Doug Fleener!Doug helps people overcome the gap between knowing better and doing better. His powerful story of recovery and being challenged to ask, "What If" led to him developing a transformational framework that he now uses to help his clients.Doug's "What If" framework and the differences when using it in the past vs using it for future scenarios.Key Points:how interrupting automatic habits can lead to growthwhy nothing is always an option when people feel trappedfocusing on one task at hand, rather tackling multiple issuesthe significance of the pausehow the pause influences our decision-makingthe differences in outcomes when applying "What If"how autopilot takes the backseat with the "What If" frameworkwhy we obsess over clarity and the impact thereof...and so much more!Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-break-free-from-autopilot-decision-making-101/id1614151066?i=1000772731295 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1rLzD3SqpRTh3pXqwIOt7Z?si=mxglFULCS5aHwAmOYFkZow YouTube: https://youtu.be/goyl0Mn9MmU

How do you become your stakeholders' whisperer?Your data is talking, but is anyone listening?Meet Bill Shander!Bill is an Author, Speaker, LinkedIn Learning Instructor, Data Storytelling workshop leader and Stakeholder Whisperer.With 30 years of experience in information design, data storytelling, and data visualization, he helps clients and learners communicate effectively with their audiences through engaging and insightful visual experiences. Bill teaches teams and individuals how to transform data into compelling visuals, engaging narratives, and actionable insights — so they can cut through the noise, grab attention, and drive real impact.As a LinkedIn Learning Instructor, Bill has created ten courses and counting on data visualization, storytelling, and information design. These courses have been highly rated by participants and have been viewed well over 1 million times. Additionally, he teaches data visualization and communication at the University of Vermont.On this episode, Bill shares his mission on data storytelling and why soft skills have become the main differentiator.Listen as Bill shares:- different information needed by different stakeholders- why your presentations bore your audience- understanding your stakeholders' needs- why soft skills are not really soft- career progression vs communication skills- how to excel at data storytelling- how to truly engage your stakeholders- accessing the LinkedIn Learning Platform- why the younger generation does not prioritise soft skills...and so much more!Connect with BIll:Website: https://billshander.comAdditional Resources:"Stakeholder Whispering" by Bill Shander on AmazonListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-communicate-with-stakeholders-stakeholder/id1614151066?i=1000750102610Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5s3gQfmCbtLfGJqF6rVn7g?si=JkXZ92VrQe6-Cd3Dd8VkmQhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/5s3gQfmCbtLfGJqF6rVn7gYouTube: https://youtu.be/yW4Veo3w3cY

Are you struggling with Sales?How do you get potential customers to say YES?Meet Patrick Van Der Burght!Patrick is a Cialdini Certified Trainer in Ethical Persuasion, Author of 'How to Hear YES More Often', a Podcast Host who teaches professionals to be ethically more persuasive using Behavioural Science. He has been teaching Ethical Persuasion since the year 2000, is a Founding Member of the Cialdini Institute, and a Cialdini Certified Trainer and Coach. One of his passions is to educate young adults about the life skills of ethical persuasion so they can benefit their entire lives and make the world a better place. School principals and School HR departments can approach him to make educational contributions to students ages 15-22.Research shows that unethical use of persuasion science leads to long-term disaster, and ethical use leads to both short- and long-term success. This is why teams (and your audience) really embrace this way of communicating, and use it.Success in your business and your private goals depends on convincing others about your products, services, or ideas. World-leading organisations urge businesses to develop their team’s persuasion skills, and that businesses seek persuasion skills in new employees.On this episode, Patrick details why many confuse being persuasive vs being manipulative.Listen as Patrick shares:- why you are not making sales- how to build stronger relationships- what is Persuasion Science- ethically applying the persuasion principles- the 7 Principles of Persuasion- if it's ethical to persuade- manipulation vs ethical persuasion- how we make buying decisions- how to elevate your business communication- how successful business skyrocket their sales...and so much more!Connect with Patrick:Website: https://ethicalpersuasion.com.auAdditional Resoruces:FREE Resources on Ethical Persuasion"How To Hear YES More Often" by Patrick Van Der Burght on Amazon"Ethical Persuasion Unlocked Podcast" hosted by Patrick Van Der Burght"Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion" by Dr. Robert B. Caldini on AmazonListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ethical-persuasion-how-to-hear-yes-more-often-w-patrick/id1614151066?i=1000747659720Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/32aOJDMCl3K2ES9H1nNo43?si=-HPMwRVgRMepbup6dNdY9Qhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/32aOJDMCl3K2ES9H1nNo43YouTube: https://youtu.be/jZotSe8zxmM

What happens when senior leaders do not improve their communication skills?Meet Michael deLisser!Michael has over 20 years of leadership development consulting, training, coaching and instructional design experience. He has trained over 3000 leaders / people managers, coached over 500 executives and people managers, and has facilitated strategic planning for more than 50 senior leadership teams in several industries. Michael was first exposed to the impact of communication skills on people's careers at age 15. On this episode, he describes what happens when leaders lack communication skills.In his book, "Leadership Accelerators", Michael gives a practical, hands-on blueprint for mastering the high-impact communication habits that strengthen relationships, sharpen self-awareness, and accelerate leadership growth.Listen as Michael shares:- why senior leaders sometimes get fired- merging the world of AI and human interaction- why careers stall after a certain point- self-awareness and feedback recognition- if colleges add communication skills to their curriculums- a personal development plan for your career growth- self-reflection and other daily exercises to improve- these skills and their impact on your personal life- how to achieve successful communication outcomes- building emotional intelligence and trusting relationships...and so much more!Additional Resources:"Leadership Accelerators: High-Impact Communication Skills That Strengthen Relationships and Drive Results" by Michael deLisser on AmazonConnect with Michael:Website: https://www.delisserconsulting.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-delisser-62b4297/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@deLisserLeadershipConsultingListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/communication-skills-for-leaders-w-michael-delisser/id1614151066?i=1000745712335Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/53aNsFGYpTBsBNROzSnSIt?si=3MgC5NweQRC_PZ0WWG2g6Ahttps://open.spotify.com/episode/53aNsFGYpTBsBNROzSnSIt?si=NcokWZXnQ3yc0e70ud8PTwYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PEc_HXtXSaE