Effective Communication in the S.T.E.M. workplace. Jeremy is a leadership coach who specializes in helping engineers and other S.T.E.M. professionals become great managers and leaders. Being a great leader requires exceptional communication skills, especially in environments where there are a lot of Neuro-Diverse people. We explore communicating well with people who think, communicate and see the world very differently than most. The world needs this diversity in order to make progress. Leaders who can communicate well across this diversity will set themselves apart from the rest!
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episode 41: 41: Weaponizing words and using labels in political debate
In this episode, Jeremy discusses how people use labels to win political arguments and the negative impact of weaponizing words. He shares personal experiences where labels were used against him and emphasizes the importance of avoiding labels in conversations. Jeremy encourages listeners to focus on specific topics and avoid broad assumptions. He also asks for listeners' help in sharing interesting bromides for a future episode.
Chapters:
00:42 Why politicians use labels
01:36 Weaponize vs. Weaponise
02:05 Being labelled a "Fan of Ayn Rand"
03:05 "I know all I need to know..."
04:08 Political debate and being labelled a "liberal"
06:03 Challenge not to use labels
06:50 Future episode on Bromides...I need your help!
Takeaways
Labels are often used in politics to paint a broad picture of opponents and avoid discussing actual issues.
Labels can carry assumptions and baggage that hinder productive conversations.
Avoid using labels in conversations and ask others to clarify what they mean by a label.
Focus on specific topics and avoid broad assumptions when discussing politics or contentious subjects.
Bromides, or common sayings, can be unhelpful and prevent meaningful discussions.
Keywords
labels, political arguments, weaponizing words, assumptions, conversations, bromides