What if the biggest barrier to great communication isn't what you're saying... but your ability to access your authentic self?
In this episode of Write Your Outcome, Michele Phillips sits down with Ann Keil Dux, communication strategist, former television journalist, and creator of the Go-To You Method™, to explore why even the smartest, most accomplished professionals struggle to communicate under pressure.
Ann explains why communication isn't simply about choosing the right words. It's about staying connected to yourself when the stakes are high. Together, she and Michele discuss how anxiety, self-doubt, and performance pressure disconnect us from our natural confidence, and why authentic leadership begins long before we ever open our mouths.
You'll learn:
Why great communication is an access problem, not a knowledge problem
How breathwork and emotional awareness improve executive presence
The three-step Go-To You Method™ for communicating with confidence
Why storytelling and authenticity create stronger leadership than perfection
How AI and technology make human connection more valuable than ever
Ann also shares the powerful personal journey that reshaped her career after a cancer diagnosis, revealing how life's greatest challenges can reconnect us with our purpose and help us lead with greater courage, clarity, and compassion.
Whether you're leading a meeting, delivering a keynote, interviewing for a new opportunity, or simply trying to communicate more effectively in everyday conversations, this episode will help you move from performing... to truly connecting.
Because writing your outcome begins when you stop trying to sound perfect and start showing up as your authentic self.
About Ann Keil Dux
Ann Keil Dux is a communication strategist, executive coach, and former television journalist who helps leaders communicate with confidence in high-pressure moments. Through her Go-To You Method™, she teaches executives, founders, and professionals how to strengthen their leadership presence, overcome anxiety, and build trust through authentic communication. Her unique approach combines emotional intelligence, storytelling, and practical communication strategies to help leaders access their best selves when it matters most.
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