The SIXCOMMS Podcast: Elevate Your Communication Skills

Lisa Partridge
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The Six Cs in SIXCOMMS stand for: Connection, Curiosity, Compassion, Clarity, Customization and Consistency. I'm Lisa, your host, and I believe these are the key ingredients to effective communication. Now more than ever, we need to put human connection first when communicating across all channels and platforms. This podcast explores all things to do with communicating in a work environment now. You will be able to pick up tips and techniques that will help you improve the way you communicate with yourself and others. Website: https://www.sixcomms.org/Email me at: lisa@sixcomms.org

  1. Aug 11

    Episode 86: Growing Our Leadership: Reflections on our growth, service and the courage to communicate what we truly stand for with Vadivu Govind

    Send us Fan Mail What have we learned from five episodes of exploring leadership together? That's the question we sit with in this final episode of our special series with Vadivu Govind of Inner Wealth. Throughout this journey, we kept returning to one idea: what servant leadership really means to us. We thought of the leaders who shaped us, some from years ago, some from childhood, some no longer here. These reflections reminded us of something simple but powerful: servant leadership isn’t about titles. It's a way of being, available to all of us, one that can transform how we show up in our communities and workplaces. When we surround ourselves with people who share this way of being, servant leadership doesn't just survive, it spreads. Together, we can build environments where growth, collaboration, and real change take root. Now it's your turn to reflect. As you listen, ask yourself: where do these themes show up in your own leadership? Whether you're leading a team today or just beginning to find your voice, one truth holds for all of us, we each have the power to make a difference. We encourage you, if you haven’t already, to tune in to the five episodes that make up this series and explore the valuable resources that accompany each episode.  Thank you for listening along with us! About Lisa Partridge:  Lisa founded SIXCOMMS, where she works as a communication skills specialist, podcast host, and leader of walking experiences that help people build deeper connection, clarity, and confidence through meaningful conversations in nature. Her work enables individuals and teams to communicate with greater authenticity, curiosity, and compassion while strengthening relationships in an increasingly distracted world.  About Vadivu Govind:  Vadivu is the Founding Director of Inner Wealth, a leadership evolution organisation that enables people to cultivate the inner capacities to lead with greater care and wisdom while creating meaningful impact in an increasingly complex world. In the age of AI, her work reminds people what it means to be human. Timestamps [00:02:28] Leadership through turbulent times. [00:06:51] Redefining leadership on personal terms. [00:12:07] Higher-purpose friendship circles. [00:14:32] Authentic self and servant leadership. Connect with us: Websites: https://www.sixcomms.org/ | http://innerwealth.global/ Emails: lisa@sixcomms.org | vadivu@innerwealth.global LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisasing/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/vadivugovind/ Support the show Download our 6Cs Guide to a Thriving Communicator and you will receive our monthly newsletter!

    Episode 86: Growing Our Leadership: Reflections on our growth, service and the courage to communicate what we truly stand for with Vadivu Govind

  2. Aug 4

    Episode 85: Loving Flawed Leaders: How Unconditional Love Grows Our Own Humanity and Leadership with Vadivu Govind

    Send us Fan Mail What changes when we put love at the centre of our own leadership journey? It's not a pairing we hear often, but maybe it should be. Transforming today's leadership culture takes more than pointing at flawed leaders; it takes a collective commitment to love and support one another, especially when we spot behaviours that neglect service to others. That's because our norms and structures are co-created by all of us. Once we recognise our own role in enabling certain behaviours, we gain the power to change them. Healing flawed leadership isn't the leader's job alone. It's shared work that calls for compassion, understanding, and everyone showing up. Trauma and harsh judgment can make love and compassion harder to access. But naming and walking through those barriers dismantles them and makes room for collective healing and growth. This is Episode 5 of 6, a special series co-hosted with Vadivu Govind of Inner Wealth About Lisa Partridge:  Lisa founded SIXCOMMS, where she works as a communication skills specialist, podcast host, and leader of walking experiences that help people build deeper connection, clarity, and confidence through meaningful conversations in nature. Her work enables individuals and teams to communicate with greater authenticity, curiosity, and compassion while strengthening relationships in an increasingly distracted world.  About Vadivu Govind:  Vadivu is the Founding Director of Inner Wealth, a leadership evolution organisation that enables people to cultivate the inner capacities to lead with greater care and wisdom while creating meaningful impact in an increasingly complex world. In the age of AI, her work reminds people what it means to be human. Timestamps:  [00:00:26] Love is a verb. [00:08:43] Collective responsibility for leadership. [00:19:29] Love and leadership connection. [00:21:29] The power of unconditional love. Resources & Practice: Here is the link to this episode's resource list: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GeCWHjXu8IGZuds7O-EvRE2VmCyNV6vn/view?usp=drive_link Connect with us: Websites: https://www.sixcomms.org/ | http://innerwealth.global/ Emails: lisa@sixcomms.org | vadivu@innerwealth.global LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisasing/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/vadivugovind/ Support the show Download our 6Cs Guide to a Thriving Communicator and you will receive our monthly newsletter!

    Episode 85: Loving Flawed Leaders: How Unconditional Love Grows Our Own Humanity and Leadership with Vadivu Govind

  3. Jul 28

    Episode 84: Leadership and Educator Development for the Greater Good: Inner Growth, Healing and Wellbeing for Positive Impact with Vadivu Govind

    Send us Fan Mail How do we develop leaders who create lasting positive impact rather than unintended harm? And what role do educators play in shaping the leaders our world needs? In this episode, we explore why leadership selection is just as important as leadership development, and the importance of one’s inner life, wellbeing and orientation towards the greater good in leadership and educator development.  Together, we discuss the value of healing and growth, drawing on insights from Parker Palmer, Dr. Thomas Hübl, and inspiring examples from education. We also examine how supporting educators and leaders in their own inner growth can create ripple effects that strengthen organisations, communities, and future generations. This is Episode 4 of 6, a special series co-hosted with Vadivu Govind of Inner Wealth About Lisa Partridge:  Lisa founded SIXCOMMS, where she works as a communication skills specialist, podcast host, and leader of walking experiences that help people build deeper connection, clarity, and confidence through meaningful conversations in nature. Her work enables individuals and teams to communicate with greater authenticity, curiosity, and compassion while strengthening relationships in an increasingly distracted world.  About Vadivu Govind:  Vadivu is the Founding Director of Inner Wealth, a leadership evolution organisation that enables people to cultivate the inner capacities to lead with greater care and wisdom while creating meaningful impact in an increasingly complex world. In the age of AI, her work reminds people what it means to be human. Timestamps:  [00:02:33] Leadership selection and development. [00:06:18] Healing in leadership development. [00:10:49] Lighthouse organizations. [00:15:51] Inspiring qualities of teachers. [00:20:36] Educator well-being and systems. Resources & Practice: Here is the link to this episode's resource list: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JaN-NMOAqODnMqiQDBY-bKzpW0512sL8/view?usp=drive_link Connect with us: Websites: https://www.sixcomms.org/ | http://innerwealth.global/ Emails: lisa@sixcomms.org | vadivu@innerwealth.global LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisasing/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/vadivugovind/ Support the show Download our 6Cs Guide to a Thriving Communicator and you will receive our monthly newsletter!

    Episode 84: Leadership and Educator Development for the Greater Good: Inner Growth, Healing and Wellbeing for Positive Impact with Vadivu Govind

  4. Jul 21

    Episode 83: Unleashing the Power of Servant Leadership: Moral Courage, Finding Your Tribe and Leading with Ethical Power with Vadivu Govind

    Send us Fan Mail How do we develop leaders who create lasting positive impact rather than unintended harm? And what role do educators play in shaping the leaders our world needs? In this episode, we explore why leadership selection is just as important as leadership development, and the importance of one’s inner life, wellbeing and orientation towards the greater good in leadership and educator development.  Together, we discuss the value of healing and growth, drawing on insights from Parker Palmer, Dr. Thomas Hübl, and inspiring examples from education. We also examine how supporting educators and leaders in their own inner growth can create ripple effects that strengthen organisations, communities, and future generations. This is Episode 3 of 6, a special series co-hosted with Vadivu Govind of Inner Wealth. About Lisa Partridge:  Lisa founded SIXCOMMS, where she works as a communication skills specialist, podcast host, and leader of walking experiences that help people build deeper connection, clarity, and confidence through meaningful conversations in nature. Her work enables individuals and teams to communicate with greater authenticity, curiosity, and compassion while strengthening relationships in an increasingly distracted world.  About Vadivu Govind:  Vadivu is the Founding Director of Inner Wealth, a leadership evolution organisation that enables people to cultivate the inner capacities to lead with greater care and wisdom while creating meaningful impact in an increasingly complex world. In the age of AI, her work reminds people what it means to be human. Timestamps:  [00:03:19] Moral courage in leadership. [00:06:01] Moral courage and inner dialogue. [00:10:07] Authentic connections through shared values. [00:14:02] Ecosystem of support and connection. [00:18:59] Higher purpose friendship. [00:23:09] Servants who could lead. [00:27:37] Leadership beyond the workplace. Resources & Practice: Here is the link to this episode's resource list: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dIuzMkPSbK2wFwdLMcOADCAKrqfgL-IZ/view?usp=drive_link Connect with us: Websites: https://www.sixcomms.org/ | http://innerwealth.global/ Emails: lisa@sixcomms.org | vadivu@innerwealth.global LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisasing/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/vadivugovind/ Support the show Download our 6Cs Guide to a Thriving Communicator and you will receive our monthly newsletter!

    Episode 83: Unleashing the Power of Servant Leadership: Moral Courage, Finding Your Tribe and Leading with Ethical Power with Vadivu Govind

  5. Jul 14

    Episode 82: Inner Communication for Transformational Leadership: From Emotional Awareness to Servant Leadership - leading from the inside out with Vadivu Govind

    Send us Fan Mail What if the feelings we try to push aside are actually trying to tell us something important? In this episode, we discuss why honoring our feelings matters, how to uncover the unmet needs behind them, and how this self-awareness can fuel positive change in our spheres of influence. Through personal stories and a practical exercise, we invite you to reflect on your own feelings and needs, and how they can become a source of strength and service in your leadership journey. We also share about a form of leadership that can have a more healing and elevating effect on society, and we will explore this further in future episodes.  This is Episode 2 of 6, a special series co-hosted with Vadivu Govind of Inner Wealth About Lisa Partridge:  Lisa founded SIXCOMMS, where she works as a communication skills specialist, podcast host, and leader of walking experiences that help people build deeper connection, clarity, and confidence through meaningful conversations in nature. Her work enables individuals and teams to communicate with greater authenticity, curiosity, and compassion while strengthening relationships in an increasingly distracted world.  About Vadivu Govind:  Vadivu is the Founding Director of Inner Wealth, a leadership evolution organisation that enables people to cultivate the inner capacities to lead with greater care and wisdom while creating meaningful impact in an increasingly complex world. In the age of AI, her work reminds people what it means to be human. Timestamps:  [00:03:12] Role of Feelings in Leadership [00:05:07] Personal Story: Art Therapy and Leadership [00:08:16] Identifying Unmet Needs [00:09:22] Addressing Conflict in Personal Spheres [00:12:16] Empowerment Through Identifying Feelings [00:14:17] Personal Reflection: Writing and Healing [00:26:11] Updating the View of Leadership [00:32:58] Effectiveness of Servant Leadership [00:34:01] Interactive Experiment for Listeners Resources & Practice: Here is the link to this episode's resource list as well as the process we went through in identifying our feelings and unmet needs: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VGvEbzPxsB3PUAMmPOxmYZHNCRlUT_Nz/view?usp=drive_link Connect with us: Websites: https://www.sixcomms.org/ | http://innerwealth.global/ Emails: lisa@sixcomms.org | vadivu@innerwealth.global LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisasing/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/vadivugovind/ Support the show Download our 6Cs Guide to a Thriving Communicator and you will receive our monthly newsletter!

    Episode 82: Inner Communication for Transformational Leadership: From Emotional Awareness to Servant Leadership - leading from the inside out with Vadivu Govind

  6. Jul 7

    Episode 81: Leadership and the Global Crises - The neglect of our inner world and its impact on our global crises with Vadivu Govind

    Send us Fan Mail What if the chaos we're living through isn't just a crisis, but an invitation? In this opening episode, we ask a question most leadership conversations skip: what's happening inside us, and how is that shaping the world around us? We explore how an imbalanced relationship to the material world erodes our collective wellbeing, what trauma has to do with our global crises, how these crises can awaken our wiser leadership, and how an unlikely coffee conversation sparked this entire six-part series. This is Episode 1 of 6 of a special series co-hosted with Vadivu Govind of Inner Wealth. Real leadership starts from within. This is where we begin. About Lisa Partridge:  Lisa founded SIXCOMMS, where she works as a communication skills specialist, podcast host, and leader of walking experiences that help people build deeper connection, clarity, and confidence through meaningful conversations in nature. Her work enables individuals and teams to communicate with greater authenticity, curiosity, and compassion while strengthening relationships in an increasingly distracted world.  About Vadivu Govind:  Vadivu is the Founding Director of Inner Wealth, a leadership evolution organisation that enables people to cultivate the inner capacities to lead with greater care and wisdom while creating meaningful impact in an increasingly complex world. In the age of AI, her work reminds people what it means to be human. Timestamps:  [00:07:48] Materialism and its consequences. [00:10:20] Inner leadership vs. external influences. [00:15:15] Childhood trauma and its impact. [00:20:46] Embodying compassion in customer service. [00:28:47] Connection, curiosity, and compassion. [00:30:12] The power of love. [00:34:51] Back to basics and the “water well” metaphor [00:41:08] Empowered leadership through collaboration Resources & Practice:  Here is the link to all the resources we mention in this podcast as well as the practice we recommend after listening to this episode: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YtxrTPtZ8GafX8FWI_l1LWJw4tIBZRBd/view?usp=drive_link Connect with us: Websites: https://www.sixcomms.org/ | http://innerwealth.global/ Emails: lisa@sixcomms.org | vadivu@innerwealth.global LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisasing/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/vadivugovind/ Support the show Download our 6Cs Guide to a Thriving Communicator and you will receive our monthly newsletter!

    Episode 81: Leadership and the Global Crises - The neglect of our inner world and its impact on our global crises with Vadivu Govind

  7. 10/28/2025

    Episode 80: The Power of the Six Cs in Podcasting

    Send us Fan Mail We’re celebrating 80 episodes of The SIXCOMMS Podcast! A huge thank-you to all my incredible guests and to you, our listeners from around the world. Your curiosity and support is very much appreciated. It’s amazing to think it all began with me, a complete novice, walking around my local reservoir, inspired by other podcasters and deciding to just hit record! From those first 10 episodes with close friends (including my dad!) to co-hosting a season with the brilliant Melanie Staunton, spotlighting inspiring voices from Singapore, and interviewing talented authors and seasoned speakers, it’s been an incredible learning journey. One thing has stayed constant: my curiosity about the Six Cs of Effective Communication and how they can help us all become better communicators. In this milestone episode, I share six key lessons from podcasting, viewed through the lens of the Six Cs, along with practical tips to help you start, grow, or strengthen your own podcast with authenticity and impact. Tune in, celebrate with me, and let me know which episode or guest has inspired you most! Timestamps: 00:00:55 - The Six C's of Effective Communication 00:01:17 - The Story Behind the Podcast 00:03:05 - Connection 00:03:47 - Tip 1: Chemistry Test Call 00:04:08 - Curiosity 00:04:31 - Tip 2: Channeled Curiosity 00:04:52 - Compassion 00:05:23 - Tip 3: Thoughtful Gestures 00:06:07 - Clarity 00:06:28 - Tip 4: Preparing Thoroughly 00:07:00 - Customization 00:07:11 - Tip 5: Audience Profile 00:07:22 - Consistency 00:07:42 - Tip 6: Realistic Scheduling 00:08:04 - Recap of Six Tips 00:08:25 - Applying the Six C's Beyond Podcasting 00:09:39 - Reflection Questions Resources:  Download your 6 Cs to a Thriving Communicator guide and subscribe to our monthly email newsletter: here! Tune into Episode 70:  How We Make Conversations Count: Learning Through Podcasting  Happy listening! Connect with Lisa:  Website: https://www.sixcomms.org/ Email: lisa@sixcomms.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisasing/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sixcomms_podcast/ If you’d prefer to watch episodes, check out our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@sixcommsconversations2025 Support the show Download our 6Cs Guide to a Thriving Communicator and you will receive our monthly newsletter!

    Episode 80: The Power of the Six Cs in Podcasting

  8. 09/19/2025

    Episode 79: Top Tips to Nail Your Pitch with Kirun Goy

    Send us Fan Mail If you're looking to enhance your presentation skills and make a lasting impression, this episode is a must-listen!  Kirun's curiosity sits at the intersection of brain science, leadership, and education to nudge how people feel, think and act. Having delivered over 1400 keynotes and workshops reaching over 100,000 professionals worldwide, he gives practical tools to help leaders navigate themselves, their teams, and organisations with intention. He's the host of the BrainTools Podcast, making cognitive science actionable and is a Senior Facilitator with Harvard Business Publishing; bridging leadership theory and practice with Fortune 500 companies. Here are just a couple of tips Kirun shares:  The Power of the Expectation Gap: Kiran shares the importance of breaking the audience's expectations during a pitch. By doing something unexpected, like starting with reasons not to invest, speakers can capture attention and create a memorable experience. This principle can be applied not just in pitches but in all forms of communication! The Importance of Curiosity: a powerful quote from Harvard professor Clayton Christensen: "Without a good question, an answer has no place to live." This highlights the significance of curiosity in our interactions. By asking the right questions and genuinely seeking to understand our audience, we can tailor our pitches to meet their needs and foster a deeper connection. Curiosity not only enhances our communication but also opens the door to new insights and opportunities. Post-listening reflection question: How might you apply the idea of the “expectation gap” to your own pitches, presentations, or everyday communication? Timestamps: 00:01:55 - Memorable Pitches and the Expectation Gap 00:03:21 - Structuring a Clear and Compelling Pitch 00:04:55 - The Importance of Emotional Connection 00:07:27 - Engaging with Numbers in a Pitch 00:09:43 - Using Hot Button Words Effectively 00:12:23 - Common Mistakes in Pitching 00:13:52 - The Power of Premortems 00:15:56 - Leveraging Micro-Commitments 00:16:08 - Enhancing Pitches with Body Language and Tone 00:19:36 - Balancing Authenticity and Preparation 00:22:27 - Techniques for Staying Confident and Adaptable 00:26:32 - Recap of Key Techniques Resources:  Download the 6Cs of a Thriving Communicator Guide here! Brain Tools Podcast: https://braintools.podbean.com/ Persuade Better with Brain Science  Build Confidence with Brain Science  Connect with Kirun:  Website: https://www.kirungoy.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirungoy/ Connect with Lisa:  Website: https://www.sixcomms.org/ Email: lisa@sixcomms.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisasing/ YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@sixcommsconversations2025 Support the show Download our 6Cs Guide to a Thriving Communicator and you will receive our monthly newsletter!

    Episode 79: Top Tips to Nail Your Pitch with Kirun Goy
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The Six Cs in SIXCOMMS stand for: Connection, Curiosity, Compassion, Clarity, Customization and Consistency. I'm Lisa, your host, and I believe these are the key ingredients to effective communication. Now more than ever, we need to put human connection first when communicating across all channels and platforms. This podcast explores all things to do with communicating in a work environment now. You will be able to pick up tips and techniques that will help you improve the way you communicate with yourself and others. Website: https://www.sixcomms.org/Email me at: lisa@sixcomms.org

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