Dive into the transformative world of communication coaching with Sheral Devaughn, our esteemed word whisperer. In this episode, we explore the landscape of the speaking industry, discovering the power of personal narratives and authentic delivery to captivate and move audiences. Sheral's insights, adorned with automotive metaphors, reveal that while our communication style serves as a versatile vehicle, it's the personal touch in our story that resonates profoundly.
Wondering how to forge genuine connections with any audience, big or small? We unveil the magic of infusing vulnerability into our public persona, creating beacons that draw people in. This episode transcends mere talking; it's about authentically striking chords that echo in the hearts of listeners. From dissecting the elements that make speeches memorable to emphasizing the impact of unscripted, genuine moments, we illuminate the path to profound connections that inspire action. Join Sheral and me as we navigate the realms of leadership, crisis management, and business communication, offering strategies to amplify your impact and engage in meaningful dialogues. Tune in to refine your dialogue skills, elevate your communication game, and foster connections that transcend time.
NOTABLE QUOTES
"There's any kind of competition, two people can have the same message but will impact different people with that same message." – Philip
"Connection is the key thing when it comes to communication." – Philip
"The best conversation you can have when you're looking at a diverse audience is to listen." – Sheral
"When you take that extra 10 [or] 15 seconds and just be quiet, they're going to fill in that gap again. You're going to hear different things, where you can ask more questions and gather more information." – Sheral
“People are so afraid of silence and they're just going to continue to talk to fill in that silence." – Philip
"People want to be heard and you're giving them that platform to share their voice." – Sheral
“If you're giving a speech on a stage in front of 10,000 people, you're not going to connect to every single one of them. Speak as if you're speaking to one person.” – Sheral
“Be you. They'll come to you, they'll find you and those are the best people you want anyway.” – Sheral
“When they show behind-the-scenes or less polished content, that tends to be the content that does way better than anything polished. People want to know who you are.” – Philip
“We're running a race, but we're all at different mile markers.” – Sheral
“You don't have to have all that flash and that polish talk.” – Sheral
“Everybody's style is going to be different. That's the beauty of it.” – Sheral
“You have to have your message delivered in such a way that people not only hear it but they understand it and they're receptive to it.” – Sheral
“Know your situation, know your audience, know where they are, what their headspace is, and what language they're open to hearing.” – Sheral
“Communicating is the number one piece that you can have when you're in business. If you don't have that nailed down, you're not going to get the success that you're looking for.” – Sheral
“Teachers can be taught too.” – Sheral
“People want to be valued.” – Sheral
RESOURCES
Sheral
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Philip
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