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Personality Strategist who helps your organization maximize human potential using DISC! Everyone speaks... few communicate! Celebrity Couples Counselor, Media Resource, Best Selling Author, and Epic Keynote Speaker!
People are CONSTANTLY giving you signs that scream "Here's my dominant personality type"! You just need to know what to look for! From the way we drive our car to the way we order food at a restaurant, our personality type is revealed! Once you know what someone's personality type - you also gain great insights into how to interact with them! If you're ready to have better communication, interactions, and connection.... let's talk! UsingDISC.com#personalitytypes#communication#professionaldevelopment#growth
How do you feel about the specific lingo we save for use in the world of work? The vocabulary that we wouldn’t use on our family, or if we did, it would be pretty weird?!? Would we feel more authentic at work if we edited out these phrases? They save our brains when we’re busy or tired, I know, but can you imagine using these over the family Sunday lunch??
“There’s a piece around the washing up? I haven’t got the bandwidth as I’m sorting out the ice cream. So, do we want to park this, or shall we reach out to your dad in the front room and see if we can put it on his radar to achieve a win-win on tea and biscuits for everyone across the piece?”
Eye roll. I can be so guilty of this. Note to self: try harder and use proper words. These must be the verbal equivalent of ultra processed food: convenient, everywhere, but not as good for us as making it yourself.
Which ones do you hear most often in your organisation? What’s your least favourite business lingo bingo? Groan? 🙊
#fridayfunny
𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗲
A great speaker does not beat around the bush, they’re very direct. They understand the value of time and therefore conduct themselves with precision. Sure, sometimes to build context they might indulge in stories or more personal anecdotes, however, they’re all essential to prove a point.
He/she is aware of the fact that our attention span is progressively shrinking so they would make sure to keep their message short and sweet.
#keynotespeaker#EffectiveCommunication#TimeIsMoney#EventPlanning#ProfessionalDevelopment#heyREDspeakers#speakerscorner#jordanledwein
Can't keep the reader engaged in your blog post?
What if I told you there's a simple trick for it?
➝ Add rhetorical questions
They are like statements in the form of questions.
But typically don’t expect or require an answer.
Using them in your blog can help:
➝ Make your point stand out
➝ Prompt the reader to reflect
➝ Evoke emotions or empathy
➝ Establish a deeper connection
Here're some examples:
Isn't satisfying to check off tasks from your to-do list?
Who doesn't love the aroma of freshly baked cakes?
Could there be anything more beautiful than a sunset?
Don't overdo them to lose the impact.
The key is to make the reader feel connected.
P.S. Which one is you fav from the above examples?
Fit Karen walks into the brew room and you immediately suck in your belly and puff out
your chest.
You stand there trying to look as macho as you can whilst the kettle boils.
Racking your brains about an ice breaker to make conversation.
Nothing springs to mind.
She gives you a little smile and then leaves with her apple and packed lunch.
You exhale and it all hangs out.
The belly once again falls over the trousers and that confidence just took another little
knock.
You're beginning to look more David Brent than David Beckham.
Maybe it's time to do something about it?
How good might it feel to not have to hold your breath until you're blue in the face?
It might just be quite nice having the confidence in yourself to start the conversation
next time.
You can start by swapping the Ginsters for something with protein in it.
Ditching the Mars bar for a protein bar.
And it might not be a bad idea to take a protein shake to work, even a pre-made one
from Tesco is sound.
Because let's be honest, something has to change.
You could start with these 3 things.
Or you could reach out for some help from an expert…
You choose.
"why are you having coffee outside, there's coffee at home!"
whos ever heard that growing up?
my philosophy is that if a $5 coffee brings me 3-4 hours of focused work. then that coffee is worth it!!
coffee shops and cafes is what led me to read a book that changed my thinking, or inspired me to start a yt channel, or got me to do that ASR ive been procrastinating on.
or sometimes i just stare out the cafe window and talk to God and instantly, I visualise solutions to my challenges.
pinpoint any beliefs you have, then ask yourself:
- did i choose my beliefs or are they passed over from friends, family or culture?
- does this belief serve me well?
- what belief aligns me with who i want to be?
#forex#lifestyle#personality
My dog looks at me when he poops.
It is terrifying.
I had to look up why he does it.
Turns out he is checking to make sure I have his back when he is in his most vulnerable position.
It’s typical pack behavior.
No embarrassment. No self awareness.
No concern for what other people think.
Public pooping aside, as humans we don’t have the luxury of discounting what others think. We involuntarily worry about how we look or appear to others.
Its part of the human condition.
And this is NEVER more evident than when you present to an audience.
Whether it is a networking event or a keynote speech to 10,000 people,
It is TERRIFYING. You spend the time worried about what others think. And it affects your performance.
A simple trick you can try:
Ease the tension you experience by asking a question of the audience. You see the hands go up, it puts you at ease.
Do this and…
They pay attention to you.
They are connected to you.
It will start to feel like you are having a conversation.
And having a conversation is EASY. You do it every day.
REMEMBER…
What you say, and how you say it are the lifeblood of your business.
So push past the “ego” and ensure your message is exactly what our audience needs to hear.
DM me if you want to avoid the poop….
#bestadvice#storytelling#publicspeaking
Today’s playlist spotlight is an all-time favorite- “Grill Em” by JR Writer
“Don’t stop, grill ‘em, grill ‘em, don’t stop”
Don’t stop - Persistence is 🔑 if you want to get ahead and stay in front of the curve. If you are not able to achieve the goals or see the desired results at work, this may be a indication that you are close, or a small change in mindset or action is necessary.
Grill ‘em - By focusing on a client’s intentions, this goes a long way in building and maintaining the relationship. Asking multiple questions to uncover all details shows them you are fully invested in the long term. Show them the attention they deserve, and you will be rewarded with the business.
🎉 Exciting News: The Launch of "You Can Do It" - A Wall Panelling Series with B&Q where you'll find me as the presenter! 🛠️
By day, I work as a Commercial Advisor in the energy industry. But for the last 5 years, I’ve been building something on the side that I’m incredibly passionate about—a business in the online world (@casalawson), teaching others how to create and DIY a home they love without breaking the bank.
For me, DIY is more than just home improvement. It became my creative outlet, a way to decompress after a long day, and a powerful tool for managing stress and anxiety. I started learning DIY during one of the hardest times in my life—when I lost my dad. Growing up, my dad was the type who never paid someone for a job he could do himself, and that mindset inspired me to learn how to create in my spare time too.
While DIY can be stressful for some, for me, it’s the opposite. It's my way to destress and regain control. I’m so proud to share this part of my life, which I don’t often talk about here on LinkedIn, but today’s the day because my Wall Panelling Series episode one is now live! 🎬
If you’re curious about learning a new skill, working on something creative, or just finding your own way to unwind, I’d love for you to check it out. It’s a project I’ve poured my heart into, and I hope it might inspire others to find their own stress-relief outlets, whether it’s DIY, art, music, or something else entirely.
I would love to know—what’s your go-to way to recharge and reduce stress? Let’s share our techniques and support each other in finding those moments of calm in our busy lives.
👉 Watch the first episode now!
I had the privilege of working with the most incredible team at Mambo Media and B&Q.
#DIY#WallPanelling#Creativity#StressRelief#MentalHealth#SideHustle#HomeImprovement#NewSkills
Getting real with Joseph: Unless I'm at a grocery store waiting in line...
🤬 I HATE small talk.
Small talk makes me nervous.
Staying at the surface level always makes me feel like I'm in comparison mode.
Remaining shallow puts me into an unhealthy introspective space.
Without some level of vulnerability, authenticity, or demonstration of emotional courage, my heart doesn't want to connect to you.
Because small talk is like eating nothing but an iceberg salad at a steak house.
Don't get me wrong. I love me a good salad.
And I don't think I could eat steak at every meal.
But I have a real issue with eating a wedge of iceberg salad and calling it a "meal"
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When we first meet with people, we serve each other our "salad."
It's tossed. We don't give away too much. There's a lot sprinkled on top. We drop hints about our past and there might even be bits of substance.
But with some time, the main course comes, and it gets real.
If it's a good conversation, we usually go for a "walk" and take some time after it's over to let it settle and get reflective.
🔥 The BEST conversations are the ones where you can't remember WHAT you talked about. You just know how you FEEL when it's over.
An unfortunate truth in life is that there are people in this world who will only ever experience salad. Because that's all they are comfortable eating
One of my joys in life is connecting with people who want to experience substance in a conversation.
If you're the same way, I'd love to get to know you and share stories.
We can enjoy our house salads and then get into the main course quickly. It's how I like my conversations to go.
If anything, we'll both be pushing the edge of our comfort zones.
And that's growth, right?
🔥 If you've been following me for a while and want to connect, let's schedule a Zoom call.
🔥 ✨ If we've connected by Zoom before and you want to reconnect, let's do it!
☕ 🔥 If you're in the Austin area and want to grab coffee, I'm GAME!
#empathywithintention#realconversations#humanconnection
