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Jul 2024
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298 - The Art of Effective Communication...

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Unlocking Speaking Skills

In this episode, host Chris Do sits down with Brenden Kumarasamy, founder of MasterTalk, discusses his evolution from an aspiring accountant to a communication expert. He highlights the role of motivation in overcoming the fear of public speaking, and shares practical exercises to improve communication skills. Brenden also differentiates between handling prepared and unprepared questions and emphasizes the value of video messages and personalized coaching. The conversation explores tailoring communication styles to different contexts and audiences.


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