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Send us a textKate Downing joins us to discuss her new Bible study "Fighting With Fear" and shares profound insights about the theological significance of fear in ministry leadership and decision-making.• Fear itself isn't bad—we were designed to fear, but the object of our fear matters• Ministry decisions often trigger fears about consequences and others' opinions• The "brain dump" technique helps sort problems into what you can and cannot control• Decision fatigue plagues ministry leaders who try to reinvent the wheel annually• Document everything to avoid recreating the same work year after year• Christian leadership requires balancing fear-fueled paralysis with reckless fearlessness• Scripture mentions the fear of God over 200 times as our proper orientation• Leaders should filter decisions through the question: "Does this honor and obey God?"• Student anxiety often reveals deeper theological misconceptions about God's character• Ministry in 2025 should focus on equipping students as ministers, not just recipientsCheck out "Fighting With Fear: Becoming Fearfully Unafraid" by Kate Downing, available now wherever books are sold. The six-session Bible study for teens includes video access and additional resources.Support the showJoin the community!

Send us a textHello beautiful people! Feel like your brain has 47 tabs open? Same. In this episode, we're talking about the power of journaling in 2025, why it's not just for your 13-year-old self and how writing things down can actually help you heal, grow, and stop overthinking everything. No fancy notebook required. Just you, your thoughts, and a pen. i hope you enjoy. i love you. have an amazing day. follow your dreams. etc etc ✩ CHECK OUT (my book) BRIGHT DAYS AHEAD ✩ Available on Amazon. ✭ my book:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B8VQX3TJ✩ MY SOCIAL MEDIA ✩✭ instagram: @_kellyannward_✭youtube:  @kellyannward  ✭ instagram: @theward.method  ✭ my blog: thewardmethod.comI LOVE YOU :)-kells

Doug interviews Tyler Dunagin, an entrepreneur and CEO and founder of Turnserv LLC. Tyler shares how he founded one of America's fastest growing companies and talks about his goal setting framework, business psychology and personal growth. Tyler also reveals how he maintains laser focus through daily journaling, whiteboard visualisation and how this helps him achieve success. KEY TAKEAWAYS Tyler believes in deeply understanding your "why", when you know what truly motivates you beyond surface level, you'll have extra fuel to pursue your goals with determination. Visualisation drives Tyler's success, he keeps three horizons of goals visible on whiteboards everywhere: weekly goals, yearly goals, and 'delusional' long-term visions. Daily journaling transformed Tyler's accountability, he writes at least one bullet point every day about goal progress, framing entries as if leaving a legacy of lessons for his three sons. Tyler strategically chose property for his business, targeting a market with predictability (50% of renters move yearly), growth potential (housing shortage) and opportunities for innovation. Building company culture is about psychology, not spreadsheets. Tyler focuses on making systems simple for his team, connecting them to purpose and creating transparent processes. Tyler gives managers equity in his companies, ensuring team members' interests align with company goals, so when he discusses selling the company, they are invested. Tyler credits vulnerability for his growth, he intentionally put himself in rooms where he felt inadequate and embraced being 'the dumbest person there' to accelerate learning rather than trying to appear clever. BEST MOMENTS "If I don't write it down, if I don't have a deadline, if I don't have some sort of tractional plan, it just doesn't happen. And I've learned that about myself so literally every single capacity that I do in my life is goal oriented." "Every single day I need to be able to see the goals I have. So, at my office, at my home where I'm at now, I have a simple whiteboard and in as little space as possible, I keep those things. Here's my goals for this week, here's my goals for this year, and here's my crazy, if I showed anybody this, they would think I'm delusional." "When you understand why you do things first, you gotta preface that when you understand what you're motivated about and why the, you're gonna, you're gonna have some extra fuel." "Growing a big business, you need to first look at the market that you're getting into 'cause it matters. You don't want to be getting into a profession that's so dependent on one person and it's a dying industry." "I look at the companies I have today and how quickly they have grown and all the accolades and whatnot. All of those things started in my head way before they actually came tangible and anybody can do these kind of things." ABOUT THE GUEST Tyler Dunagin, CEO and Founder of Turnserv LLC. Website: turnserv.com VALUABLE RESOURCES Website: http://dougbennett.co.uk/ Email: doug@dougbennett.co.uk LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FinancialDoug Facebook Wealth Tribe: https://join.dougbennett.co.uk/ Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here: https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success BOOKS: Goals Do Come True is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z Think Simple, Win Big is now live and available to buy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/ Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.

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QFF: Quick Fire Friday – Your 20-Minute Growth Powerhouse! Welcome to Quick Fire Friday, the Grow A Small Business podcast series that is designed to deliver simple, focused and actionable insights and key takeaways in less than 20 minutes a week. Every Friday, we bring you business owners and experts who share their top strategies for growing yourself, your team and your small business. Get ready for a dose of inspiration, one action you can implement and quotable quotes that will stick with you long after the episode ends! In this episode of Quick Fire Friday, host Amanda Jones interviews Dr. Linda Sands, innovation coach and founder of Adaptology. Linda shares how small business owners can harness the power of curiosity, experimentation, and structured thinking to stay agile and customer-focused. She busts common innovation myths and explains why small businesses are better positioned than large corporates to test, adapt, and create value. She also recommends “The Little Black Book of Innovation by Scott D. Anthony” as a must-read for anyone looking to better understand and apply innovation.

How do you remember important content when listening to an audiobook?Audiobooks are a fantastic productivity hack. You can listen to experts divulge decades of knowledge while you walk, drive, clean the house, work out, and more. But that also means you may not have your hands free to write down the information you're consuming.In today's episode, I'm going to give you some tips to help you get the most out of your audiobooks.There is no learning without remembering, but you can't always stop what you're doing to write down key takeaways. If you've been looking for strategies to employ to deepen your learning while you listen to content, this episode is for you./ / / Are you ready to take the next step on your brain optimization journey? / / /Choose your own adventure. Below are the best places to start:>>> Kwik Recall: 31 Days Of The World's Best Memory Training>>> Discover Your Unique KWIK BRAIN C.O.D.E To Activate Your Genius>>> Explore My Top Brain Health Supplements for Focus, Memory, and EnergyTake your first step by choosing one of the options above, and you will find everything you need to ignite your brilliant brain and unlock your exceptional life, allowing you to achieve and surpass all of your personal and professional goals.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This might be the most functionally important pep talk ever—and you may even know it already! It bears repeating, though, and I tell you why in this super-short episode. Want more tips? Check out with all my previous Creative Pep Talks in this playist! Could you leave a review? It's really easy, and it helps SO much. Thanks!  If you'd like to stay up to date on things like my courses and also get podcast and event updates, and my latest musings, subscribe to The Spark! 

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Sandra and Kasey were delighted to welcome Candice, known as CLeighWrites, back to the podcast. Candice recently returned to writing SPN fanfic after a year-long break and has been working on some original writing. She graciously accepted the invite to be taken (gently) to task on her original fiction journey.Links to Candice: AO3 and tumblr~~~We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat.Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala.~~~~~TL;DR - If you can't be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.comWe'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)!All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcastOur Discord #backseat Channel.Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect.Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Monthly supporters will get special behind the scenes perks!We've got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!~~~~~Charities IITI Supports: Check out the Causes, ‘cause page on our website for the whys:World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)~~~~~For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take ActionSupport Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)  ~~~~~LGBTQ+ CharitiesSwitchboard LGBT UKThe Trevor Project - USA and Global~~~~~Our podcast occasionally incorporates brief excerpts from the CW television show "Supernatural" for transformative commentary and analysis. This use falls under the Fair Use doctrine codified in Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. The included clips are short, constituting only a minuscule portion of the original work, and illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. This use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, strengthening its cultural significance.

Send us a textAs we come to the end of Women's History Month, I am excited to close out the D.C.W.A REWIND series with this replay worthy episode featuring Olympia Mix-Brown, the creator of @mymixedfeelings_In this D.C.W.A REWIND I had the opportunity to chop it up with Olympia,  about her brand | Which is a faceless account that uplifts it's followers with words of encouragement and daily affirmations via a hot pink post-it with beautiful handwriting. In this episode she and I talk about, how she started her brand,  her organic page growth + penmanship + plus more. Chatting with Olympia gave bff vibes and those make the best interviews for me. Like always gems were dropped throughout our convo! If you are looking for a new page to follow  with content that will pour into you. Be sure to 1) listen to this podcast episode and 2) follow @mymixedfeelings_

Write It Down, or It Never Happened: The ADHD Guide to Notes and Labels Is keeping track of tasks or important details getting you down? This 30-minute podcast is designed to help you harness the power of notes and labels to stay organized and manage ADHD effectively. Learn practical strategies for capturing information, creating effective note-taking systems, and using labels to simplify your life. Whether it's at work, home, or in your personal life, you'll walk away with tips that will make staying on top of things easier and less stressful. Don't miss out on these game-changing tools!

Send us a textIn this episode of From the Green Notebook, General Randy George, the 41st Chief of Staff of the Army, returns to discuss the habits, practices, and mindset that have shaped his leadership journey. From the pocket-sized notebook he started as a field grade officer to the lessons he's learning from visiting troops and reading deeply, General George offers a candid reflection on growth, command, and staying grounded in your values.In this conversation, they discuss:The leadership lessons General George captured in his personal notebook and how reflection has guided him through multiple levels of commandThe role reading plays in staying intellectually curious and professionally sharp, including the books that have shaped his thinkingHow bottom-up innovation is driving the Army's "Transforming in Contact" initiative and what he's learning from frontline unitsThe importance of consistency in communication and why leaders must seek out and act on honest feedbackHow personal values—and regular conversations with his spouse—help him stay aligned with what matters most, both in and out of uniformThis episode is brought to you by the Association of the United States Army (AUSA). We know the U.S. Army protects our freedoms every day—but have you ever thought about who's protecting the U.S. Army? Meet AUSA—the Army's premier professional association, dedicated to supporting every aspect of the Army journey.This year marks an incredible milestone: 250 years of the U.S. Army defending our nation. To celebrate, AUSA is offering exclusive Premium membership discounts for a limited time:2 years for just $30 (normally $40)5 years for $50 (normally $75)Lifetime membership for only $250 (normally $400)Premium members receive top-tier benefits, including a subscription to ARMY magazine and access to over $300,000 in scholarships.Join now and stand with those who serve. Sign up today at ausa.org/membership/premium—no code necessary. AUSA—Supporting Soldiers. Strengthening America.And don't forget to check out AUSA's official podcast, Army Matters. Hosted by LTG (Ret.) Leslie C. Smith and SMA (Ret.) Dan Dailey, Army Matters brings you in-depth conversations with Army leaders past, present, and future—from the battlefields to the boardrooms and beyond. New episodes drop every other Wednesday wherever you get your podcasts.

This week, a lovely DL sparks a conversation about keeping a diary to remember what you've been up to. You can email your questions, thoughts or problems to TheWitteringWhitehalls@gmail.comOr, perhaps you'd like to send a WhatsApp message or Voice note? Why not?! Send them in to +447712147236This episode contains explicit language and adult themes that may not be suitable for all listeners.Please review Global's Privacy Policy: https://global.com/legal/privacy-policy/

Join us in this episode of Chapin's Commute, we dive into the crucial habit of Write it downIn this fifth episode, we're exploring the power of writing things down—why it works, how it strengthens memory, and how it can transform your daily life.Have you ever had a great idea only to forget it minutes later? Or felt overwhelmed by your to-do list, unsure where to start? Writing things down is a simple but powerful tool for clearing mental clutter, boosting creativity, and staying focused.Show notes21 Days to Childlike Prayer - Jedidiah Copperger

Write it down. Make it plain. Remember what God has done. Keywords: Write; Record; remember; recall; recount; faithful.Scripture: Habakkuk 2:2Resource: Prayer Starters: Talking with God about Hard Times by Suzanne Eller

Yes, you are in!  If you dig that opening hook, that is Marcus Rogers, Best Life.  Please subscribe/stream$ that music.  I bought his albums and love them.  Very strong!  Especially if you like high energy/pump up music.How often do you write things down?  How about your goals?  New Year's Resolutions dead?  What actually works?  Here you go...This is a lot of work.  You are right.  Do or drift.  95% of all American do not have any written goals.  Only 5% and they also happen to be the highest earners.  Is the next 10 years of your life worth a few hours of reflecting, planning and reviewing?  Thank you Pastor Rick. You can learn more from that Play of they Day at Daily Hope, that episode is entitled, "Your Choice - Blessed or Stressed - Part 2", published on the 21st. of January 2025.If you were motivated by that, will you let us know.  Simply hit us up at the Contact Us page at FriDudes.com.  We have a program called GCrossSurf and we would love to tell you more about it.  Living your Best Life starts by writing it down.  As for money, versed ones, you know that money isn't everything.  This goes way beyond money.  This goes to did you live your Best Life while on this broken planet.  Some of you are already getting played by the enemy and thinking you made too many mistakes.  Are you still breathing?  Then you can start rallying.  It's not about how you start.  It is about how you finish.  Finish strong.  2 Tim 4 Verses 6-87 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 8 Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing.But I tell you that men will have to give account on the day of judgment for every careless word they have spoken (Matthew 12:36). So then, each of us will give an account of himself to God. Therefore, let us stop passing judgment on one another (Romans 14:12)Are you in the 5%?  Start praying and writing it down.  Ask God boldly, why am I here?  What do you want me to do today?  In the next 10 years?  If looking for more inspiration, check out Pastor Rick's book 'Purpose Driven Life'.  Next contact us at FriDudes.com and we'll introduce you to the GCrossSurf, Best Life Planning Book.Now go, love God, love Others, that should absolutely be at the top of your plan.  Check Matt 22:36-40.  Everything else you are trying to do correctly hangs on doing those two first.  I love you.  Go...

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On today's QOD, Darren Hardy reveals the first step you must take if you want to change your behaviors. Plus, the most powerful personal development tool he ever discovered.Source: The Power of Daily Action - Darren HardyHosted by Sean CroxtonFollow me on Instagram

This week, we're joined by Tyler Minton, one of the world's most sought-after nutritionists. Tyler has worked with top-tier athletes, including Max Holloway, Daniel Cormier, Khabib Nurmagomedov, and more. In this episode, we dive into the critical role nutrition plays in athletic performance, debunk common nutrition myths, and explore how diet impacts mental health and overall well-being. We also discuss why cardio reigns supreme, the mindset of elite athletes, the pros and cons of Ozempic, nutritional needs across different life stages, the difference between refeeds and cheat days, and much more. Enjoy the conversation!Follow Tyler's Journey @tylermintonnutritionWebsite: https://ethosnutritioncoaching.com/ Elite Hunt Club $2,500 KUIU Giveaway: https://elitehuntclub.com/pages/kuiu-gear-giveawayInterested in my private coaching & FREE workouts? Link below.http://www.nockperformance.com/This episode is brought to you by Barbell Apparel:https://barbellapparel.com/?rstr=nockperformanceUse code "NockP" for 10% off at https://www.alpyntripod.com/Use code "NockP" for 10% off at https://ollin.co/Use code "NockP15" for 15% off your first order at www.farewellcoffeeroasters.comUse code "NockP" for 20% off all ointments at getsaltybritches.comUse code "NockP" for 15% off at alpenfuel.comUse code "NockP" for 15% off at strongcoffeecompany.com   

Good morning Kings and Queens, When you write it down and make it plain then you will start to reap what you sew. However, you still have to put in the work to get it done. You've got this.! Have a blessed day. I love you.

If you can't say something nice … write it down.Negative thoughts have such an effect on everything.  So how do you get rid of them without spending money with a therapist?  One way is to write it down and look at it from another perspective.  Julie and Jim talk about the power of journaling and for those who don't enjoy writing (like Jim) what you can try instead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kickstart your week with a powerful strategy inspired by Brian Tracy! Today, we dive into the transformative power of writing down your goals and explore the three rings of self-awareness: self-esteem, self-image, and self-ideal. This episode will help you set clear intentions and boost your confidence, so you can start your Monday feeling unstoppable. Key Takeaways:✅ Writing your goals daily brings clarity and commitment.✅ Self-esteem, self-image, and self-ideal shape your personal growth.✅ Positive affirmations can strengthen your mindset and align you with your goals.✅ Start your week with clear goals and self-empowering habits. Make sure to subscribe and follow me for updates, tips, and more ways to stay in the flow! You can connect with me on:• Instagram: @flow_network__• YouTube: @flow_network__• TikTok: @theflownetwork• LinkedIn Newsletter: Daily Flow Stay tuned for more great content, and as always, stay in the flow!

On this episode of The Culture Matters Podcast, it is time for part 12 of our ongoing series where our very own Jay Doran discusses his book, Thirty Days of Thought, and goes through the process right alongside our listeners.  Today's talking point is in the value of writing things down.  Not notes, necessarily, but thoughts and ideas and things that otherwise not make the page.  Jay discusses why writing every day can help articulate the things you may not even know you need to on today's episode of The Culture Matters Podcast.

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Write the vision; make it plain on tablets, so he may run who reads it (Habakkuk 2:2). Glory to you, Lord! 

Tracey and Sally have conquered yet another Hallmark 2024 Summer Nights movie! You won't want to miss our thoughts on the complexities of magic and the behind-the-scenes of our counts.

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This week Shae and Pablo talk about trusting the process and how to believe in yourself to get you where you need to go. Drink of the week: Watermelon Margarita: Freshly squeezed watermelon juice + Tequila of choice chilled to your liking.

This month we are focusing on building the habit of Peaceful Productivity.My goal is to help you build habits peacefully so that you can impact your world powerfully.In the Hello Mornings Daily Podcast, I share a simple tip based on our monthly theme and then I close the podcast with our 3-Minute Morning Routine.THE 3-MINUTE MORNINGGod Time: Pray Psalm 143: 8 (Minute 1)Plan Time: Prayerfully Review Your Calendar  (Minute 2)Move Time: Take 5-10 Deep Breaths (Minute 3)That's it! Adjust as needed and use as your pathway to a growing morning habit!Want to go deeper with our workshops, journals, Bible Studies and accountability ? Join The Hello Mornings Academy, where we help Christian women build habits and reach goals peacefully so they can impact their world powerfully.GOODIES: Click here to download our FREE morning routine goodies.COMMUNITY: Click here to learn more about the Hello Mornings Academy.BOOK: Click here to get the Hello Mornings BookCheering you on,❤️ Kat Lee   

Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Trevor Davis, Lead Wealth Coach at Total Wealth Academy, discusses how writing down your goals and plans can lead to success and much more. Join Trevor as he discusses this topic, his Stock Market analysis, and much more! Please remember that Trevor is always accessible via email. Just send your questions, comments, or concerns to Trevor@TotalWealthAcademy.com today. 

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Journaling is one of the most essential exercises in Stoic philosophy. You find your own way. You find your own style. You get your own benefits. But only if you do it.

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The Break Room (TUESDAY 5/28/24) 6am Hour Includes: 1) If you're not my doctor, I'm not interested in your medical advice  2) We know that this is a popular time of year for folks to travel, but we didn't think it was the MOST popular time of year to travel.  3) At this age, you should be the most responsible boat captain out on the water. 

Today, we are thrilled to introduce a special guest who embodies versatility, creativity, and resilience: Mike Ellison. Mike is an African-American recording artist, actor, and activist whose journey is as dynamic as his talents. Though currently based in Detroit, Mike's roots and life experiences span continents, giving him a unique and rich perspective. Born in Ethiopia and raised in Virginia, Mike's early adult years were spent in the professional sports world before he transitioned into a full-time artist in Detroit. Mike discusses his passion project, The AfroFlow Tour. This tour combines music and outreach programs in the U.S. and Africa, earning Mike international acclaim and underscores his dedication to using art as a vehicle for social change. The AfroFlow Tour has extended further- partnering with the American Cancer Society. Together, they aimed to empower the youth to prioritize their well-being and make informed decisions for a tobacco-free future. We are honored to have Mike Ellison with us, sharing his journey and insights with our community. https://mikeellison.me/full-bio/  

An All New Episode! Nate kicks things off by premiering the new theme song in full before sitting down with singer/songwriter Ciara Grace. The talk about living in the same suburbs and graduating from the same high school, growing up in a musical household, how writing songs about a break up birthed her new album, Write It Down, coproducing the album with her father, 2x GRAMMY® Award-winning producer/engineer Glenn Barratt (Melody Gardot, Shirley Ceasar), having the performance bug at an early age, finding her voice as a musician and deciding to create an album, playing these songs live, her songs "Play Pretend" and "Don't Love Me Now," the album release plan, her early influences, horses, Facebook Marketplace, her next EP, how working on the album has influenced her songwriting, and juggling a music career while going to college. Then, Ciara tries on the Jawntlet!Ciara Grace websiteCiara Grace InstagramCiara Grace TikTokCiara Grace YouTube Subscribe to the Y!TMJ Newsletter! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ytmj/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ytmj/support

First of all, how many times do I say dadgumit this episode? Please ignore. Second, this episode is for the mom who works and is making things SO big in her mind. All the tasks, all the projects, all the clients, all the kids, all the food-- all the things that clog our brains can quickly bring about anxiety and a doomed feeling that says I will never get this all done. We want to issue a simple challenge: write it down. We believe when we write things down, they get smaller-- and we remember how capable we truly are. Listen in! As always, drop us a note at stories@momwhoworks.com

In July, 2018, the dead body of an emaciated man was discovered in a tent on a Florida hiking trail. Everything about this death was a mystery, including the manner of death, and, especially who he was. An investigation leads to hundreds of fellow hikers to come forward with pictures and stories of said hiker, but no one knew his name. The only name he gave was "Denham" and "Mostly Harmless."Reference:The Called Him Mostly HarmlessMax

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Tim Maratta, Brooke's dad, takes over @widpod_ to interview Brooke about her weekend in South Florida's Prison System. She recounts stories of inmate encounters, God's forgiveness, and the brevity of life. Tim also dives into her recent travels abroad and what it was like being across the world in Australia. You won't want to miss this father-daughter special. Sit back, relax, and get your pens ready!!

The Fat One closes out the week with correspondence from his domestic Str8 boyfriend (and #3 fan for 2024), a recap of his day and some comments of something that's been on BF's mind. Happy National Almond Day. CLICK HERE to see Midwest Matt's obituary. CLICK HERE to go see the Weather Rat's Superb Owl … Continue reading BFO4184 – Write It Down!

Today, I want to give you strategies to improve your verbal communication skills – specifically, with an eye to enhancing your promotability.  Next week's episode will piggyback on this one with ways to improve your written communications skills – also with an eye to enhancing your promotability.  In episode #113, I covered active listening at work; here's the link to that episode:https://exclusivecareercoaching.com/posts/2020-02-05-113-active-listening-at-work/ In episode #114, I talked about effective communication at work, and I've included that link in the show notes. I'm going to include some of that information in today's episode. https://www.exclusivecareercoaching.com/posts/2020-02-12-114-effective-communication-at-work Let's start with an assessment of your verbal communication skills – tell yourself the truth as you answer these questions. I highly recommend journaling your responses. 1.    Do I ask questions when I don't understand something, or do I keep it to myself? 2.    Do people often misunderstand my messages? Am I often surprised that they don't understand what I am saying? 3.    Is it easy for me to understand someone else's point of view during a conversation? 4.    Do I think about how my responses will be perceived by others, or do I speak without thinking?  5.    Do I find it difficult to see and read people's body language? 6.    Do I struggle to find the right words to convey my message? Which one of these is a weak link for you? Develop a 90-day goal to improve that area. Asking for a mentor's help, watching YouTube videos, listening to podcasts, reading books, asking for people's feedback, or taking a course are all ways to improve your area.   There are four steps to the communication process: -The words you speak (articulation, correct word usage) -What you meant by those words (intonation, vocal pauses or emphases) -The words the listener heard (ability to hear what is said, the listener's understanding of the language you are speaking in) -What the listener makes those words mean (experience, cultural differences)  Utilizing both verbal and written communication skills, you want to be able to clearly communicate your achievements and contributions to your manager. You also want to be able to articulate your career aspirations – he or she needs to know that you want to be considered for a promotion at the appropriate time.   Next, let's dig into specific verbal communication issues you may have and ways to improve.  1.    If you find yourself straying mentally when others are speaking, you may have a challenge with active listening. Strategies to improve: -You have to be able to hear the other person. If the space you are in is too noisy for that to happen, suggest moving to someplace quieter.  -Are you possibly dealing with a hearing problem? Is this something you need to get checked out? Or is the problem only when there is a lot of ambient noise? If so, move to someplace quieter.  -Are there visual distractions around you that are interfering with your ability to pay attention? Relocate the conversation to minimize.  -Are you asking questions to make sure you understand what the other person is trying to communicate? The key here is to find the balance between constantly interrupting the speaker and making sure you understand their message. Another tool for understanding is to repeat back what you heard.  -Are you making appropriate eye contact? My rule of thumb is your eye contact should be nearly 100% when the other person is speaking and at least 60% when you are speaking. Also, be sure to nod and make appropriate facial gestures to show you are listening.  -Do you have trouble retaining important information after a conversation? If so, WRITE IT DOWN.  -Are you paying attention to nonverbal cues – and working to reconcile them with what's being said? If not, you're missing more than half of the conversation – the 55/38/7 formula created by Albert Mehrabian states that communication is 55% nonverbal, 38% vocal, and 7% words only. If this is a challenge for you, I recommend you look up some YouTube Videos on nonverbal communication.  -Do you understand what the speaker intends for you to do with the information they are about to give you? If not, ask questions – does the speaker want your advice, do they want you to take action, do they want to just impart information?  -Are you showing the appropriate emotional response to what is being said? If this doesn't come naturally to you, it may be a case of “fake it ‘till you make it.” Excitement, empathy, and understanding are all possible emotional responses.   2.    If your challenge is speaking clearly and concisely, you'll want to work with a coach or find a mentor who can give you real-time feedback on your verbal communication skills. Specific areas for them to help you with include: -Are you clearly stating your message? Can the other person understand the information you are trying to convey? -Are you using unnecessary jargon or fillers? Slang, inappropriate use of words (hone instead of home, irregardless instead of irrespective), fillers like “Um” or “I mean” or “Sort of”), or overusing a word like “literally” or “fantastic.” And, of course – no profanity.  -Are you conveying your message concisely – with an appropriate amount of detail but not too much? Are you staying on point? -Are you using examples or analogies as appropriate to illustrate your points?  3.    If your challenge is speaking up in meetings, this may be a confidence issue, a communication issue – or both.  Either way, set a goal to make at least one significant comment in your next meeting. If possible, ask someone you trust who will be in that meeting to give you feedback afterward.  As you get comfortable with making one comment, set your bar higher. Eventually, ask about running a meeting.   4.    If your challenge is presentations, this can either be an issue with public speaking, organizing and conveying information – or both.  This is an excellent one for a speaking coach; Toastmasters is another excellent option. Practice is the key here.  -Seek out low-risk opportunities to speak in public, whether at your work, in a volunteer organization, or some other opportunity. Gradually build up to higher-risk opportunities, as there will also be a higher reward possibility.  -Use appropriate visuals. We've all been subjected to PowerPoint presentations that are so small we can't read the content – or 46 slides in one presentation. Make sure your visuals support your presentation – not hijack it.  -Get feedback on the “compellingness” of your presentation – are you moving people if that is the purpose of the presentation? Are you making factual information interesting? Are you using humor if appropriate?  -Know your audience. What is their current level of understanding of the information? What references will they relate to? What else do you know about them that will help you customize your presentation?  -Look the part. One of the best pieces of advice I ever received from a professor was this: “How you dress lets the audience know what you think of them.” Of course, you want to factor in the environment and other considerations, but in general – dress in a way that shows your audience you respect them and value their time.  -If you find it challenging to answer audience questions, either because you are afraid you won't have an answer or because you aren't great with spontaneity, watch YouTube videos of this portion of people's presentations. Go to live presentations – evaluate how other people are handling this portion and learn from their successes and mistakes.  So let's circle back around to the title of this episode: Improving Verbal Communication Skills to Enhance Promotability. As I said at the outset, a piece of this is to let your boss know of your interest in being promoted. Also, let him or her know that you are working to improve your communication skills – and what, specifically, you are doing to achieve that goal.  Ask your boss for what you need – Is it feedback? Is it suggestions on how to improve? Is it opportunities to use the skills you are working on?  The final word here: Practice. Practice. Practice. Set SMART goals, plan your steps to achieve those goals, and evaluate your progress at appropriate intervals.   If you are a high-achieving professional with the goal of landing in the C-suite, the Highly Promotable coaching program may be just the ticket! This 1:1 program is targeted to strategically leverage one of your strengths to become a signature strength — and move the needle on one of your developmental areas so it becomes a strength.  This is a four-figure investment in your professional future! If this sounds like just what you need, schedule a complimentary introductory call to determine if you are a fit for Highly Promotable:  https://calendly.com/lesaedwards/highly-promotable-introductory-call  

On the mic today is special guest Ronika Stone. Ronika is a professional volleyball player for the San Diego Mojo and former middle blocker for the University of Oregon. Her career was unmatched at Oregon as she finished as the all-time career leader in block assists with 429. She is the only player in program history to reach 400 career block assists. Ronika chats with us about her volleyball journey, family ties, and her sweet relationship with NFL quarterback, Jordan Love. You know what to do, sit back, relax, and get your pens ready! @ronikastone@widpod@vpr_branding

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