Finding Your Reason For Being In Career and Life Transitions (with Kavita Ahuja)
Speak Your Mind Unapologetically Podcast
Release Date: 05/05/2025
12 Polite Phrases That Destroy Trust and Connection (And What To Say Instead)
Speak Your Mind Unapologetically Podcast
"With all due respect..." "I understand how you feel." "That's an interesting idea" "Noted." Sometimes the nicest words can feel dismissive and silence people. Find out small changes you can make for people to feel heard and encouraged to speak up. 00:00 Introduction: Polite Phrases That Destroy Trust 05:11 Phrase 1: 'I Understand How You Feel' 07:39 Phrase 2: 'I'll Take That Into Consideration' 09:56 Phrase 3: 'With All Due Respect' 11:21 Phrase 4: 'Devil's Advocate' 12:59 Phrase 5: 'Noted' 14:16 Phrase 6: 'Thanks for Your Input' 15:36 Phrase 7: 'That's an...
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How To Bring Your Authentic Voice To Work When You Feel Like You Can't (with Amy Ewbank)
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Sometimes it doesn't feel safe to bring our full, authentic self to work. In this episode, our guest Amy Ewbank, co-CEO of Verve The Voice Advisory Service, shares what's holding you back and the three key elements you need to find and express your true voice in a professional setting. 01:38 Understanding the Barriers to Authentic Voice 02:27 The Three E's Framework: Essence, Expression, Environment 02:45 Essence: Aligning Values and Voice 03:46 Expression: The Art of Speaking and Storytelling 04:35 Environment: Creating Safe Spaces for Voice 13:03 The...
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Mastering Influence: How to Get Your Ideas Approved
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Do you ideas ever go unnoticed? Are your ideas ignored? Sharing your ideas is not enough. Discover strategies to influence your higher-ups to take your ideas seriously. 00:00 Introduction: Getting Your Ideas Heard 02:15 Understanding the Power of Influence 04:37 Identifying the Decision Maker 07:10 Building Belief in Your Idea 09:35 Handling Rejection and Concerns 12:33 The Importance of Showing Your idea, Not Just Saying It 15:38 Creating Urgency for Your Ideas 17:35 Persistence and Personal Responsibility ✅ Take the Quiz 'Do You Speak Like...
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Assertiveness vs. Aggression: Navigating Professional Interactions with Confidence
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Are you perceived as assertive or as aggressive? What's the difference? stressing the difference between assertive and aggressive communication. Gain actionable tips on asserting yourself confidently in various settings, particularly when dealing with authority figures or intimidating situations. Practical advice includes speaking early and often in meetings, using 'I' statements, and preparing key points in advance to effectively communicate under pressure. 00:41 Understanding Assertiveness vs. Aggressiveness 04:00 Tips for Being Assertive 08:00 Handling Authority and...
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Finding Your Reason For Being In Career and Life Transitions (with Kavita Ahuja)
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Career transitions take a lot of energy. How do you ensure you're putting your energy in the right direction, to avoid regrets later? How can you use your work purpose to amplify your voice? In this episode we speak to certified career and life transitions coach, and host of the Midlife Reinvention podcast, Kavita Ahuja. Kavita shares her journey of finding her Ikigai (reason for being), what it means, and why it matters in transitions. 01:34 Understanding Ikigai and Its Origins 02:38 Finding Her Ikigai 03:41 The Four Elements of Ikigai 04:45 Applying Ikigai in Career...
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Do You Speak Like a High Impact Leader?
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Do you communicate like a high impact leader? Find out if your communication style is earning you the respect, influence, and results of a high impact leader. Tune in to discover: ✔️ How to respond assertively and effectively to criticism about your communication style. ✔️ Optimal ways to handle interruptions and disagreements in meetings. ✔️ Strategies for owning and communicating mistakes to your team. ✔️ Techniques for presenting ideas to senior leadership with confidence. ✔️ Approaches to engaging and influencing others in cross-functional projects. ...
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Amplify, Elevate, Dominate: Leadership Frameworks to Transform Your Career (with Dr. Karen Pruden)
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Learn how to use proven frameworks to articulate your value, elevate your influence, and dominate your field. In this episode, Dr. Karen Hills Pruden shares her expertise from 30 years in professional development and leadership training, offering practical tips and real-life examples to help you transform your career. From amplifying your value through quantifiable metrics to building professional equity and leveraging relationships, this episode provides actionable insights for professionals seeking to enhance their leadership impact and career growth. Tune in to this episode to discover:...
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14 Ways to End Conversations: The Art of the Graceful Exit
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Ever been stuck in a never-ending conversation and felt trapped? Learn 14 powerful, graceful, and guilt-free ways to end conversations you don't want to be in without burning bridges. Whether it's saying no to invitations, stopping gossip, ending endless email chains, or gracefully exiting networking conversations, this episode covers it all. Hear practical tips for maintaining your boundaries with assertiveness and kindness. 0:00 Introduction to Graceful Exits 01:56 Personal Struggles with Ending Conversations 03:57 Saying No to Invitations 05:37 Interrupting...
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From Prey to Partner: Communication Strategies for Positive Influence (with Amy Carroll)
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How can you protect your power, status, and influence in communication? Learn from Amy Carroll, a communication coach and author of 'Ego Tango,' on how to advocate for yourself, manage pressure, and communicate with strength. She explains the cost of Predator and Prey and how to step into Partner to neutralize the invisible power game. She demonstrates 4 different external behaviors to project confidence under pressure. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ The Predator, Prey, Partner model explained. ✔️Key behaviors to manage communication effectively, including mastering silence...
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10 Proven Strategies to Get Your Ideas Heard at Work
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Ever felt like your ideas are ignored or misunderstood? It's not because your ideas aren't good enough, but rather how you share them at work. Tune in to discover: ✔️10 bold, practical, and eye-opening ways are discussed to get your ideas heard, supported, and championed without being pushy or over-explaining. ✔️Actionable tips to lead with your ideas, gain buy-in, and make an impact in your career, leadership, and life. ✅ Free Newsletter: ✅ Free Resources FREE Training & presentation on How To Be Assertive Without Being Rude,...
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