“I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” – Maya Angelou
In this episode of Profitable Joyful Consulting, we explore the delicate balance between feminine and masculine energies in communication. Building on the previous two episodes in our series "The Feminine Advantage," we delve into how women can harness both energies to navigate emotionally-charged situations and achieve desired outcomes.
I’ll recount my experience with a group of millennial leaders and how, through strategic communication, they were able to present their ideas in a way that could be heard and acted upon by their more senior counterparts. This episode emphasizes the importance of empathy, curiosity, and preparation in effective communication, especially when the stakes are high.
Hear from my clients and colleague about their real-life experiences with communication challenges and successes. Leslie shares how embracing feminine attributes like empathy and creativity has leveled the playing field in her negotiations. Jennifer Frye discusses the power of directness tempered with curiosity and kindess. Kara Levy, a communications coach for C-suite executives, provides insights on influencing without power, focusing on empathy and relationship-building rather than simply winning arguments.
This episode is packed with actionable advice, including a coaching question, a journal prompt, and an affirmation to help you apply these principles in your work today.
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Whether you're navigating complex workplace dynamics or seeking to improve your everyday interactions, this episode offers valuable strategies to communicate more effectively. Be sure to listen on your favorite podcast app or visit samanthaspodcast.com for more insights and resources from Profitable Joyful Consulting. Get the complete blog post and transcript HERE. https://samanthahartley.com/overcoming-communcation-challenges-women-face
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
05:58 The Power of Curiosity
07:19 Influence without Power
10:10 Preparing for High-Stress Conversations
13:06 No More Compliment Sandwiches
17:42 Giving and Receiving Feedback
22:24 When There’s Crying in Baseball
26:50 Exercise
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Related Episodes:
▶️TRAILER: The Feminine Advantage
▶️Episode 1: Balancing Masculine and Feminine Energy in Business
