The power of words influences brain chemistry, transforms communication, and strengthens audience connection. My son recently shared a book he read, entitled “The Hidden Messages in Water” by Masuru Emoto, a Japanese researcher who became known for his work photographing water crystals exposed to different words, sounds, and intentions. When water was labeled with words […]
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Top 4 Challenges Speakers Face in Business Communication
Clarity, conciseness, audience focus, and practice—master these, and your business communication will lead, not just inform. Although many take some much-needed time off during the summer, it is also a time for reflection and possibly a reset. I was recently asked in a conversation: What’s the biggest mistake you see people make when it comes […]
How Using Both Resolutions and Intentions Help with Communication Goals
A hybrid approach between resolutions and intentions can help you reach your communication goals. Considering that many people no longer set resolutions for the New Year as they are quickly broken, what’s an alternative to a resolution? What if instead of a resolution, you set an intention? While resolutions are goal-oriented and focused on specific […]
My Top 5 Books of 2024
I hope that my top five books of 2024 inspire you to adopt new learnings. We are coming to the end of another year, and what an eventful year it has been! From crossing the country to deliver presentations and keynotes to landing a TEDx stage (to be delivered February 1st in Eustis, Florida – […]
3 Ways Practicing Gratitude Can Benefit Speakers
As speakers, practicing gratitude can strengthen your overall communication. Probably because Thanksgiving occurs at the end of this month, we often associate this month with gratitude. I would venture to say that most of us are more attuned and likely aware of the benefits of gratitude. However, there are a range of lesser-known benefits that […]
4 Benefits of Engaging in a Conversation With Opposing Views
Engaging in a conversation from different viewpoints can promote healthy communication. As someone who has specialized and taught communication skills over the past decade, the One Small Step program piqued my interest. After hearing the StoryCorps founder’s interview, I signed up to participate in the One Small Step program. At this time in our country’s […]