Speaking and Communicating Podcast

Roberta Ndlela
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The Speaking and Communicating Podcast with Roberta Ndlela helps professionals, leaders and global communicators master public speaking, business storytelling and soft skills for career success. Host Roberta Ndlela - Communications expert, Keynote Speaker and Executive Presence Coach, shares evidence-based strategies to build confidence, clarity and influence in the workplace and beyond. Each episode delivers practical insights on effective communication, cross-cultural leadership, overcoming public speaking anxiety and storytelling for impact. Whether you're pursuing your dream job, aiming for promotion or leading global teams - this podcast gives you actionable tools to stand out. New episodes every week featuring expert guests and real-world stories to help you communicate with clarity, authenticity and authority.

  1. 1D AGO

    Presentation and Writing Skills w/ Michael deLisser

    What are the Presenting and Writing Skills for Executive Communication? Meet Michael deLisser! Michael returns to our show to explore a truth many professionals overlook:Your leadership potential rises or falls on your ability to communicate clearly. Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction02:15 – Why communication determines leadership success06:40 – The connection between writing and clarity of thinking12:10 – Structuring powerful presentations18:45 – Overcoming nervousness when speaking24:30 – Executive presence and influence31:20 – AI and communication: tool or threat?36:50 – Daily habits to sharpen speaking and writing skills41:00 – Final leadership insights Key Points:- professional writing, emailing and reporting strategies- presentation skills for career growth- how to structure your ideas clearly- delivering your message with confidence- tailor-making your presentation to your audience- Build credibility• Establish authority• Inspire trust- how writing is leadership in action- is AI working against you when writing?- how your writing affects your executive presence ...and so much more!Additional Resources:"Leadership Accelerators: High-Impact Communication Skills That Strengthen Relationships and Drive Results" by Michael deLisser on Amazon Connect with Michael:Website: https://www.delisserconsulting.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-delisser-62b4297/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@deLisserLeadershipConsulting Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/presentation-and-writing-skills-w-michael-delisser/id1614151066?i=1000751216680Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5MUk9hpYZgGRmUDJCr4vG2?si=kAFGzzXEQCKxKND6MWYLwwhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/5MUk9hpYZgGRmUDJCr4vG2YouTube: https://youtu.be/SF9iYPWyYvQ

    43 min

  2. FEB 17

    How to Communicate With Stakeholders: Stakeholder Whispering w/ Bill Shander

    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.com Additional Resources:"Stakeholder Whispering" by Bill Shander on Amazon Listen 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

    31 min

  3. FEB 9

    How Leaders Can Learn From Experience w/ Dr. Samuel Jones

    Do you feel stuck in your career or leadership? Meet Dr. Samuel Jones, CSP. Dr. Jones guides growth-minded leaders and entrepreneurs in achieving aligned priorities and consistent execution to break through barriers, build momentum, and lead with purpose. He is a Leadership Growth Innovator who helps you and your team to reclaim your power, renew your mind and rejuvenate your performance. As a passionate thought leader and engaging speaker, Dr. Jones helps others learn to generate personal and professional accountability for immediate impact and lasting growth. He knows that motivation alone won’t cut it when it comes to providing better service, attracting better customers, landing bigger sales, and developing long term growth. Listen as Dr. Jones shares:- how to build resilient leadership in times of transition- communication skills required to build a resilient team- self-awareness and why it is so key- why experience is NOT your best teacher- building momentum from moments- the Pyramid of Possibilities®- how to make each moment matter with purpose, passion, and power- the fruits of embracing the Momentum Mindset ...and so much more! Connect with Dr. Jones:Website: https://transformnowinc.com/ Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/momentum-mindset-how-leaders-can-learn-from-experience/id1614151066?i=1000748860202 Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Y5D4rlLzKvD4h1SPXEdlg?si=bb5fsFPxRW-2Zf8qcuCXQQYouTube: https://youtu.be/fiHh56Ml6ms

    30 min

  4. FEB 1

    Ethical Persuasion: How to Hear "YES" More Often w/ Patrick Van Der Burght

    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.au Additional 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 Amazon Listen 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

    43 min

  5. JAN 26

    Take Your Leadership To The Next Level w/ Ian Hatton | Morpheus

    How do you liberate your leadership capacity for growth? Meet Ian (Morpheus) Hatton! Ian continues to serve leaders globally in over 107 countries. Through his organisation, Totally Morpheus, he provides bespoke and custom leadership development that transforms leaders, teams and organisations. As the best-selling Author of "Totally Morpheus" and now on a mission to liberate your leadership by developing the ‘EGG Based Leadership’ Assessment. An International Keynote Speaker who has been in leadership since the 90s, Ian continues to explore new avenues in transforming leaders. On this episode, Ian illustrates the results experienced by leaders who have taken the EGG Based Leadership Assessment. The influx of those who experience heightened levels of self-awareness and why they exude different types of leadership styles is mind-blowing. Listen as Ian shares:- A leader's number 1 job- the 3 states of leadership- tapping into your zone of genius- leadership clients and their assessment results- why helping does not help- Ian's own leadership "come to Jesus moment"- IQ vs EQ and what makes you thrive more- what the EGG Assessment reveals about your leadership - why you are stuck in a rut despite working harder- does taking care of people mean less focus on work? ...and so much more! To access the FREE EGG Based Leadership Assessment, click the links below: EGG3 Leadership Assessment: https://www.egg3assessment.com/?sa= sa0039751513d82b6f8a3819650b7fca2a56efdb93  EGG3 Focus Report: https://www.egg3assessment.com/focus-report/?sa= sa0039751513d82b6f8a3819650b7fca2a56efdb93  EBLJ Assessment:The EGG Based Leadership Journal: www.egg3assessment.com/eblj?sa=sa0039751513d82b6f8a3819650b7fca2a56efdb93 To WIN a EBLJ Lift Kit Worth US$100…  · EGG Based Leadership: The Journal for Liberating Leaders (EBLJ)  · EBLJ Bonuses  · EBLJ Journey: 1 year access to monthly 90-minute EBLJ Workshop with a global community of inspiring conscious leaders — the leadership Tribe you have been looking for. (More details at https://www.egg3assessment.com/eblj/?sa=sa0039751513d82b6f8a3819650b7fca2a56efdb93 )  1. Complete your EGG3 Leadership Assessment at: https://www.egg3assessment.com/?sa=sa0039751513d82b6f8a3819650b7fca2a56efdb93  2. Go through your results in your EGG3 Instant Report which you receive minutes after submitting.  3. Follow your EGG Liberation Pathway for the next 15 days.  4. When you receive your EGG Liberation Pathway Step 15, reply to the email with your feedback on the experience. ***Remember to mention that you found us on the Speaking and Communicating Podcast with Roberta Ndlela*** 5. The first email to reach us with feedback, and mentioning this podcast, will receive an invitation to the full EBLJ Lift Kit and join the next workshop.  6. (Optional: The winner will be announced on our social media channels.)  7. And whether you win this or not, you will be winning all the way with these rich resources for liberating your leadership. Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/take-your-leadership-to-the-next-level-w-ian-hatton-morpheus/id1614151066?i=1000746649662 Spotify:   https://open.spotify.com/episode/1PotLIjWG1NlmPznHm6izi?si=rwUZgHYVQsu9eyy2mGH9yQ YouTube: https://youtu.be/oFvQ2BE3wt4

    54 min

  6. JAN 19

    Communication Skills For Leaders w/ Michael deLisser

    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 Amazon Connect with Michael:Website: https://www.delisserconsulting.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-delisser-62b4297/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@deLisserLeadershipConsulting Listen 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

    33 min

  7. JAN 17

    How To Find Your Purpose: Are You Asking The Right Questions? w/ Siena Dean

    How do you find your purpose? How does that influence your career choices? Meet Siena Dean! Siena is a Public Speaker, Learning & Development Strategist and a Builder of Scalable, AI-Powered Content. Due to her own experiences, she now helps others establish what their purpose is and how they can use that to craft a career path is fulfilling and purposeful. She is a career strategist who helps others professionals achieve their career goals through communication and soft skills. Listen as Siena shares:- how to align your career with your purpose- how different generations perceive career stability- perceived success in corporate America- transferable skills and self-development in career transitions- how to sell yourself during interviews- why so many struggle with LinkedIn profiles- the narrative of AI replacing jobs- establishing what your superpowers are- her network of over 10,000 professionals- why C-suite executives are willing to mentor ...and so much more! Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-find-your-purpose-are-you-asking-the-right/id1614151066?i=1000745535337Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3WkLDUHULYdv4subOIqC8U?si=ixnhQneBQz6TsNE7qoElHwYouTube: https://youtu.be/81_yJtL2t0U

    38 min

  8. JAN 5

    How To Communicate With Your Doctor w/ Dr. James Kneller

    How does effectively communicating with your doctor affect your health status? Meet Dr. James Kneller! Dr. James Kneller is a cardiologist and cardiac electrophysiologist in full-time clinical practice, and Associate Professor at the University of Arizona College of Medicine. With over 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Kneller understands both the power and limitations of conventional medicine. Recognizing that pharmaceutical drugs typically replicate plant-based substances that occur naturally, he is passionate about natural therapies to treat heart disease and promote overall wellness.  On this episode, Dr. Kneller not only shares more effective alternatives, but he also helps us understand how we can do our part when it comes to communicating and articulating our health experiences with healthcare providers. Listen as Dr. Kneller shares:- the onus is on you to clearly communicate- some side effects from pharmaceutical drugs- why modern doctors also recommend natural alternatives.- the limitations of conventional medicine- how the system handicaps doctors- your role in your overall health, longevity, and wellness- how covid changed healthcare- cardiac symptoms from long covid symptoms- different outcomes from covid vaccines ...and so much more! Connect with Dr. Kneller:Website: https://naturalcardiologyinstitute.com Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-communicate-with-your-doctor-w-dr-james-kneller/id1614151066?i=1000743789329Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4of4p7eJPFvdR4ti8FKvxZ?si=q43wM9KCQaaXmAZU3CCxfwYouTube: https://youtu.be/HsJY-Sy6NH0

    30 min
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The Speaking and Communicating Podcast with Roberta Ndlela helps professionals, leaders and global communicators master public speaking, business storytelling and soft skills for career success. Host Roberta Ndlela - Communications expert, Keynote Speaker and Executive Presence Coach, shares evidence-based strategies to build confidence, clarity and influence in the workplace and beyond. Each episode delivers practical insights on effective communication, cross-cultural leadership, overcoming public speaking anxiety and storytelling for impact. Whether you're pursuing your dream job, aiming for promotion or leading global teams - this podcast gives you actionable tools to stand out. New episodes every week featuring expert guests and real-world stories to help you communicate with clarity, authenticity and authority.

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