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Communication & Personal GrowthAuditioning for leadershipIn this podcast, you will hear a key thought by James Humes on speech and leadership. Whenever you are addressing a large gathering or interacting with others, people are observing your leadership capabilities. How do we speak with people? Do we leave people inspired and encouraged? Or do we leave them confused or in doubt? This podcast has some food for thought which includes a verse from the Bible which will remind you to 'watch your words' carefully.
We can apply this principle of communication and leadership in our schools, colleges, businesses and community service organizations. Do...2021-12-1400 minCommunication & Personal GrowthLose your keys?Do you know where I kept my keys? Haha. Have you ever asked someone that question? It's crazy how often we spend time looking for lost items which are a real time waster and a mood spoiler. Pixie which is a location app has identified the frequently misplaced items of those living in USA. Though I'm sure it is applicable in any part of the world. In this video, you will see those items. So, how do we overcome this challenge? The answer is by being disciplined. Keep things in their place. That may seem uncomfortable and inconvenient when w...2021-12-1401 minCommunication & Personal GrowthMind BlocksSome people have mind blocks with numbers. They look at accounts, mathematics or numbers as obstacles that they cannot get overcome. In this podcast, we see how we can make people overcome mental challenges, by showing them areas that can identify with.
We can apply this principle of being an overcomer and personal growth in our schools, colleges, businesses and community service organizations. Do not live in the fear of raising your voice. From this podcast, learn the art of storytelling, speaking clearly, concisely and with confidence that will enable you make an impact in your formal...2021-12-1401 minCommunication & Personal GrowthMirror vs WindowAll of our homes and offices have these 2 elements. It points to a leadership principle by Jim Collins in the book ‘Good to Great’. The Mirror speaks of self-evaluation, taking ownership and responsibility. While the window speaks of looking at others. In the book ‘Good to Great’, Jim Collins speaks of the importance of looking at these elements to self-evaluate one’s decision and to appreciate others. However, we also see poor leadership, the manner in which the immature leader operated. Hope this helps you in your journey of influence.
We can apply this principle of leadership and person...2021-12-1401 minCommunication & Personal GrowthIdentify your time wastersA lot of us complain and wish we had more time in the day. But that is one wish that will never come to pass. Rather what we need to identify is the time wasters in our life which is sucking out our time. Frequent checking of our social media is one example of a time waster. In this video we learn how to schedule activity so that recreation doesn't become a distraction.
We can apply this principle of time management in our schools, colleges, businesses and community service organizations. Do not live in the fear of...2021-12-1401 min
Communication & Personal GrowthWhat's your point?This question usually indicates that the listener seems lost in the details and wants to understand the core issue. Many a times, speakers beat around the bush and go round in circles. Being able to have clarity is a success trait that corporates need to have. Clarity in thought will lead to clarity in speech. In this video, you will hear a quote from the book 'Eat That Frog' of Brian Tracy which connects clarity with personal productivity. Let's junk the jargon and speak concisely.
We can apply this principle of communication and personal growth in our s...2021-12-1301 min
Communication & Personal GrowthDon't be mute in meetingsAre you on mute? Haven't we heard and used this phrase so often in the last few years. It doesn't matter which online meeting app you use. Whether Zoom, Google Meet, WebEx, etc, this phrase is used very often. However, the fact remains that even before the days of lockdown and social distancing, there were many employees and professionals who would remain silent in weekly meetings. The reason? They were afraid of voicing their opinion.
We can apply this principle of communication and personal growth in our schools, colleges, businesses and community service organizations. Do not live i...2021-12-1301 min
Communication & Personal GrowthA tone of careWe will hear a powerful story from the book 'How to win friends and influence people' by Dale Carnegie. This story features a safety coordinator who changes his approach in speaking with employees and the results that he sees. It's not just what we say, but how we say it. We need to speak with care and not criticism. When we speak in other people's interests, we are able to connect with them and bring about change.
We can apply this principle of communication and personal growth in our schools, colleges, businesses and community service organizations. Do no...2021-12-1301 min
Communication & Personal GrowthThe gift of attentionDevices can distract and devalue people. So often, we can fall into the trap of having our mobile devices becoming a major distraction in our lives. If we look at our phones while people are talking to us, we fail to value the person in front of us. When we look at people in a conversation, it shows that we care for them and for the matter at hand. We will hear a few tips on phone etiquette which will help us to build relationships and make connections.
We can apply this principle of communication and personal g...2021-12-1301 min
Communication & Personal GrowthTell me something about yourself - interviewThis is perhaps one of the most frequently asked questions (FAQ) at job interviews. It is very important that we prepare for it. In this video, you will hear different aspects that we need to cover as we answer this question. Learn how to speak on your qualifications, certifications, work experience, achievements and more. Hope you will find this helpful in your career path.
We can apply this principle of personal interviews in our schools, colleges, businesses and community service organizations. Do not live in the fear of raising your voice. From this podcast, learn the art...2021-12-1301 min
Communication & Personal GrowthTalent is not everythingTalent is not everything A lot of people exaggerate the role of talent. But the fact is that talent is only a starting point. There are other core areas that you need to focus on. Talent without training, discipline and humility is not effective. Hope this podcast encourages you in your journey of personal growth.
We can apply this principle of self-discipline and personal growth in our schools, colleges, businesses and community service organizations. Do not live in the fear of raising your voice. From this podcast, learn the art of storytelling, speaking clearly, concisely and with...2021-12-1301 min
Communication & Personal GrowthFrom setback to comebackThere are some many times when people hit a road block, a problem area, they just give up and quit. They lack the motivation to continue and their mind closes towards future possibilities in that area. Mindset is so important when we encounter a failure. In this video, you will hear a quote from a church Pastor, a proverb from the Bible as well as activity that we need to do when we encounter a setback. I hope this helps you recover quick, bounce back and move from a setback to a comeback.
We can apply this...2021-12-1301 min
Communication & Personal Growth10 tips to crack online interviewsCracking the online job interview is vital if you want to land in your dream job. Due to lockdown, the interview process has shifted online for most companies. This video shows you 10 key ways to help you ace your web interview from home.
We can apply this technique principle of communication in our schools, colleges, businesses and community service organizations. Do not live in the fear of raising your voice. From this podcast, learn the art of storytelling, speaking clearly, concisely and with confidence that will enable you make an impact in your formal presentations and interpersonal i...2021-12-1303 min
Communication & Personal Growth4 best practices in readingReading is an amazing habit for all of us to develop. It enables us to draw from other people's experiences. Reading also plays a vital role in our personal growth. It has been wisely said that a leader is a reader. In this podcast, you will hear 4 keys reading tips that will help us get the most out of our reading.
We can apply this principle of communication and personal growth in our schools, colleges, businesses and community service organizations. Do not live in the fear of raising your voice. From this podcast, learn the art of...2021-12-1301 min
Communication & Personal GrowthA question ignites possibilitiesSo often, we knowingly or unknowingly close our minds to possibilities. We are content in our comfort zones and that limits us from reaching our potential. In this video, you will hear a thought from Robert Kiyosaki in his book 'Rich Dad Poor Dad'. Instead of making statements that shut the door, why not ask questions, that open the door of possibilities. I hope this video inspires you to ignite the spark of creativity in your mind.
We can apply this principle of communication and personal growth in our schools, colleges, businesses and community service organizations. Do...2021-12-1300 min
Communication & Personal GrowthThe one word strategyThe One Word strategy If you had to describe yourself in one word, what would that be? Reflect on it. What is the first word that comes to your mind? What do people know you for? What do you do best? This activity will help you to recognize your strength and focus on it. Knowing your strength zone is vital to your success and fulfilment. This is a thought by John Maxwell and I hope it helps you.
We can apply this principle of communication and personal growth in our schools, colleges, businesses and community service organizations. D...2021-12-1300 min
Communication & Personal GrowthPeople are like goldHere is an interesting approach on developing leaders. Andrew Carnegie a famous American industrialist shares an interesting observation towards identifying people's potential and developing it. He uses an illustration of gold mining. I hope this thought helps you in raising leaders in your organization, office, college, school, ngo, etc. This podcast contains a vital tip in building people skills.
We can apply this principle of communication and personal growth in our schools, colleges, businesses and community service organizations. Do not live in the fear of raising your voice. From this podcast, learn the art of storytelling, speaking c...2021-12-1300 min
Communication & Personal GrowthOne Day or Day OneOne Day or Day One In this video, we will have an attitude check. Am I a procrastinator, someone who always delays tasks or am I action oriented? When it comes to moving outside one's comfort zone, there is a tendency to delay a particular initiative. We often use the phrase 'one day I'll do it'. But when we have the approach of 'Day One' more things will get done. I hope this motivates you to do more.
We can apply this principle of communication and personal growth in our schools, colleges, businesses and community service organizations...2021-12-1300 min
Communication & Personal GrowthThe 3Hs of successThe 3 Hs of success will help us in all walks of of life. Heart, Head and Hand. It's when these 3 facets work together, that we see productivity, impact and success.
-Work with passion and enthusiasm.
-Strategize your moves
-Use what you have
A thought by Joseph Murphy
I hope this video motivates you in your journey of influence.
We can apply this principle of success in our schools, colleges, businesses and community service organizations. Do not live in the fear of raising your voice. From this podcast, learn the art of storytelling, s...2021-12-1300 min
Communication & Personal GrowthHow to modulate your voice? StorytellingHere is a voice over from the Polar Express. A beautiful book by Chris Van Allsburg which got made into a movie narrated by Tom Hanks with a backdrop of Christmas produced by Warner Bros.
Here is a narration as the train moves into high gear and then what feels like another world. Hope you enjoy this voice over. This is a beautiful children story.
We can apply this principle of storytelling in our schools, colleges, businesses and community service organizations. Do not live in the fear of raising your voice. From this podcast, learn the a...2021-12-1300 min
Communication & Personal GrowthSales is actionThis video has an effective sales tip. In the book New Sales Simplified by Mike Weinberg, we find this statement: Sales is a verb. It speaks about sales being action. Don't get lost in the details. Do your research, create a strategy and then take action. Pick up the phone, send an email, schedule a meeting. I hope you find this sales training tip helpful in increasing your productivity.
We can apply this sales principle across industries and sectors. Do not live in the fear of raising your voice. From this podcast, learn the art of storytelling, s...2021-12-1300 min
Communication & Personal GrowthEfficient vs EffectiveEfficient vs Effective. These 2 words are very impactful in whatever we do, be it in college, at the office or at home.
In this video, we see the difference between being efficient and effective with an illustration of a ladder. It's not just about being active. We need to be productive. Hope you are able to inculcate this success principle in your daily lives.
We can apply this principle of communication and personal growth in our schools, colleges, businesses and community service organizations. Do not live in the fear of raising your voice. From this podcast, l...2021-12-1300 min
Communication & Personal GrowthDon't wait to be perfectA lot of people are stuck in the planning stage, they want everything to be perfect before they act. In doing so, they lose the opportunity that presents itself. Here is something to consider - Don't wait to be perfect. We need to invest in preparation, research, consult with experts, but then let's get to ACTION. Explore, Act, Adapt, Improve, Explore again. I hope this thought helps you in taking more initiative. Wishing you the best.
We can apply this principle of leadership and personal growth in our schools, colleges, businesses and community service organizations. Do not l...2021-12-1300 min
Communication & Personal GrowthTo grow, learn to say exploreTo grow, learn to say explore.
In the busyness of life, it's so easy to get stuck doing the same thing in the same way. We stagnate in our personal growth and this can cause frustration instead of freshness. So to refresh yourself, identify areas that you want to grow in and then explore books, podcasts trainings in these specific areas. This is a great life lesson for us all. Don't get stuck in your career. To grow, explore.
We can apply this principle of self discovery and personal growth in our schools, colleges, businesses and...2021-12-1300 min
Communication & Personal GrowthKnow what, know whoKnow 'what', know 'who'. This principle will help us in our career and personal growth. Know 'what' speaks about competence. Its important that we have strong domain knowledge. Know 'who' speaks about connections, networking, getting to know more people.
Focusing on these 2 factors can play a pivotal role in our success and careers. It's vital that we explore ourselves, get outside our comfort zone and leverage our God given potential. We can apply this principle of networking and personal growth in our schools, colleges, businesses and community service organizations. Do not live in the fear of raising y...2021-12-1300 min
Communication & Personal GrowthBoring offline equals boring onlineSpeaking at online meetings is so boring. Have you ever heard someone say that?
Well the truth is that if your content is boring, you are going to be boring, whether online or offline. So, let's not make excuses.
Energize your presentation with content, visuals and delivery. This is how we can be an effective communicator, whether online or offline.
We can apply this principle of communication and personal growth in our schools, colleges, businesses and community service organizations. Do not live in the fear of raising your voice. From this podcast, learn the art o...2021-12-1300 min
The Charcha With The Chichaas PodcastCommunicate with confidence feat. Craig TravassoIn this episode we are in charcha with Craig Travasso. Craig is freelancer voice over artist and communications expert. He has worked for Times Now, Mirror Now and coaches top executives around the country on how to use communication as a tool and a weapon. In this episode we talk about freelancing, voice over, what people should do to communicate better on stage or in their work place to be more effective. Without much ado let's get straight into it.2020-07-151h 02