This month we're honing in on the physical executive presence skills.

We break them up into three categories:

1. Eyes - Where are you looking and speaking?
2. Hands - What are they doing or not doing?
3. Posture - How are you standing, sitting, and/or moving?

We read body language in other people all the time, but are you aware of what your body language is saying to your listeners? These three areas impact how our audience perceives our message.

We'll discuss recommendations for what to do with all three areas, why we suggest the tips we do and some ways to start making these small changes today.

In today's episode, we're discussing the top 3 things the Vautier Communications' team thinks you need to do in order to have clear and effective communication. These include:

1. Knowing your audience
2. Simplifying your message
3. Creating and owning your own presence

Listen in for tips on how you can think about each of these areas and relate them to your own meetings and talks moving forward.

In this month's episode, we're talking about difficult and/or crucial conversations in the workplace. They're an inevitable part of our communications at some point.

We discuss what these conversations look like, ways to prepare for them, how to deliver them appropriately and empathetically to a person/group, and ways to consider purposeful next steps as a follow-up.

This month we're discussing English as the primary language for business, and how we can communicate effectively across cultures. We are breaking this episode into 2 sections:

1. If you are a native English speaker, how can you consider communicating with non-native English speakers
2. If English is an additional language, how can you continue to learn and grow the skillset of speaking English in a business setting

We'll provide tips for both sides on how to consider your audience, build your message, and prepare for your talk.

This month we're discussing what to do when you've been asked to give a last-minute meeting or presentation. We look at it through two lenses:

1. The request is last-minute for a quick 5-10 minute update/pitch
2. The request is last-minute for a full-length talk (30-60 minutes)

Tune in to listen for some recommendations on how to approach the organization of both, what the most important things to consider are, and what questions to ask.

This month we're keeping it open-ended and talking through some of the biggest communication struggles each of us has faced (that some of you may have too!).

We touch on:

1. Practicing the skills when you don't have 'formal presentations'
2. Speaking up and finding the confidence to know you deserve a seat at the table
3. Discussing the impact of both the message and your physical and vocal skills - yes, your listeners are interested in the message, but the skills will determine how much they retain

Welcome back to another year of the Speak As Well As You Think Podcast!

This month we're covering social media and how to think about it through the lens of business communications. We'll discuss how social media has changed the way we communicate, the impact it has on business (from the business's side as well as the consumer/client), and the pros and cons of using it.

This month we're back to talk about non-verbal communication skills. We'll discuss what they are, their importance, and how to use them. We'll also discuss how we can flex them in different settings in addition to different cultures.