How to Speak to Influence | Ep 054

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Find Your Voice, Own the Room: Communication Secrets from the Expert

Whether you're struggling to be heard at the dinner table, preparing for a difficult conversation with a loved one, or gearing up for a work presentation, communication expert Dr. Laura Sicola reveals the life-changing techniques that work in any situation.

➡️  Meet the Guest:  Dr. Laura Sicola
With a  University of Pennsylvania education in cognitive linguistics and a revolutionary TEDx talk that's inspired millions, Dr. Sicola brings both scientific expertise and real-world wisdom to everyday communication challenges. While she's coached Fortune 500 executives and UN leaders, her true passion lies in helping anyone who's ever felt unheard find their voice and make it count.

Discover:
💫 How to make people truly listen when you speak (no more being talked over!)
💫  The psychology behind why some voices command attention while others get ignored
💫 Simple tricks to boost your confidence before important conversations
💫 Ways to disagree respectfully while still getting your point across
💫  Techniques for speaking authentically in any situation - from family gatherings to job interviews

➡️ Chapters
[0:02] Finding Your Voice: The Art of Speaking to Influence
[3:59] Mastering Executive Presence (Even If You're Not an Executive)
[17:46] Game-Changing Communication Techniques Anyone Can Use
[24:34] Transform Your Voice: From Hesitant to Confident
[27:55] Discover Your Leadership Voice (It's Already Inside You!)

➡️ Highlights
[2:06] "Stop Doubting, Start Speaking" - Learn why most people hold back (and how to break free)
[4:33] The Three C's Revolution - A simple framework that changes everything about how you communicate
[18:41] The Preparation Playbook - Dr. Sicola's foolproof system for nailing any important conversation 
[24:29] Social Media's Hidden Impact - How modern media is secretly changing your speaking style 
[26:52] DIY Voice Transformation - Professional techniques you can practice at home (no coach needed!) 
[33:23] Beyond Theory: Real Success Stories - Inspiring transformations and how to create your own 

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➡️ More about the guest:  
Website:https://laurasicola.com/
Book: Speaking to Influence: https://www.amazon.com/Speaking-Influence-Mastering-Leadership-Voice/dp/B0CP4D611Z/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2T5P4JUAQPSH6&keywords=speaking+to+influence+mastering+your+leadership+voice&qid=1703227556&s=books&sprefix=speaking+to+influence%2Cstripbooks%2C301&sr=1-1
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