logo
episode-header-image
May 2025
8m 32s

Why Leaders Ignore Your Ideas (And How t...

ADVANCED ENGLISH
About this episode
tail spinning
Up next
Nov 3
How to Jump Into a Conversation Without Overthinking
Learning how to jump into a conversation without overthinking comes down to what happens in the first three seconds after an idea pops into your head. If you frequently want to speak up in group conversations or meetings but end up talking yourself out of it while editing your wo ... Show More
8m 26s
Oct 27
Why You Go Quiet Around People (Even When You Have Something to Say)
Ever drive home from a dinner or a team meeting and think of the exact thing you wanted to say—fully formed, funny, and right on point—only after you're back by yourself?When you feel articulate, opinionated, and grounded on your own (or one-on-one), going quiet in a group usuall ... Show More
19m 18s
Oct 23
Stop Giving Generic Answers: How to Be Yourself Without Oversharing
Do you ever walk away from a conversation wishing you had brought a little more of your real voice into the room—instead of defaulting to "Good, thanks" or "Anywhere is fine"?When we hold back in everyday conversations, it’s often because we conflate being authentic with being ex ... Show More
10m 24s
Recommended Episodes
Jun 2024
270: Your complex and complicated explanations are killing your influence here's the PhD A-List Charisma cure to hold their attention.
Have you ever struggled to make your complex ideas relatable and engaging to your team?In this episode, we dive into the art of simplifying complex concepts, a critical skill for high-performing business leaders. With the pressures of remote work and information overload, your ab ... Show More
8m 32s
Jan 2025
360: The One Thing To Be Instantly Clear & Concise, To Get Noticed as a Leader in Key Meetings from Charisma A-lister Steve Jobs
If your audience doesn’t walk away remembering one thing from what you’ve said in that meeting or presentation, you failed. You may have lost credibility as a leader.High-performing leaders like you face razor-thin executive attention spans, and in today’s fast-paced business wor ... Show More
10m 11s
Dec 2024
337: 3 Tips to Deliver a Killer Presentation That Makes You Unforgettable and Your Executive Presence Unquestionable
They already know what you’re going to say. That’s why you fail at influence.As a high-performing leader, you’re already juggling countless responsibilities, but here’s the thing: uninspired communication costs you credibility, opportunities, and executive presence.  In today’s f ... Show More
11m 22s
Jan 2025
358: The Missed Leadership Opportunity To Inspire Employees that No One Talks About → Use THIS to Your Advantage!
Discover the secret weapon most leaders overlook—a simple yet transformative tool that can inspire loyalty, rally teams, and define your legacy with just a few impactful words.If you're a high-performing leader striving for recognition and influence, understanding how to craft an ... Show More
10m 9s
Dec 2020
[045] How to Get Your Ideas Across in Meetings
How to get your ideas across in meetings is a common question for emerging leaders. Many of my clients ask me, “How can I get people to listen to my ideas?” or “How can I get my point across in meetings?”.These are common obstacles all emerging leaders need to overcome. If you ca ... Show More
18m 49s
May 2024
169: The 4 Keys to Selling Your Ideas to Upper Management
tail spinning
27m 29s
Sep 2025
#670: How To Get People To Really Listen To You
Do you ever feel invisible in conversations, overlooked in meetings, or ignored on social media — even when you know your ideas have value? In this episode, we dive into the art and psychology of being heard. You’ll learn why confidence alone isn’t enough, how to stop people from ... Show More
31m 58s
Oct 2025
How To Speak CLEARLY & Confidently Under Pressure
Ever find your mind going blank when all eyes are on you? Even with 10/10 expertise, if you can't communicate your ideas clearly under pressure, you're doing your hard work a disservice. In this episode, I’ll share a powerful 3-step framework to help you communicate with bulletpr ... Show More
9m 30s
Apr 2025
How to Talk so People Understand You
A leader is losing credibility with her senior leaders. Her boss thinks she can turn it around by learning the sorting tool that transformed him as a communicator, so he brings in the coach who taught him.Sorting & Labeling! The grandaddy of all communication tools. If you can so ... Show More
23m 7s
Apr 2017
16: The Most Persuasive Word EVER In Leadership (And it's not what you think)
Listen to this if you want to learn how to win people over to your ideas more quickly.Successful people are able to persuade others to accept their proposal, vision or point of view. Learn the magic word for semi-instant buy-in to your idea. It's particularly important for introv ... Show More
6m 20s