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!
https://www.NeuroConversantLeadership.com
Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 16 hours 2 minutes
35: Changing the name of the podcast!
Jeremy announces a name change for the podcast to 'NeuroConversant Leadership' and explains the reasoning behind it. He discusses the need to consolidate his online presence and create a unified message. Jeremy shares his interest in communication and leadership, particularly in the context of neurodiversity. He highlights the communication challenges faced by engineers and the importance of effective communication in the STEM workplace...
34: Using a hook to get people to pay attention
This episode explores how to make people want to pay attention and listen to what you have to say. It emphasizes the importance of understanding that people are self-centered and suggests making conversations relate to them. The episode provides an example of how to frame a conversation to highlight what's in it for the listener. It also discusses the use of hooks to capture attention and shares tips for telling interesting stories...
33: Dr. Gary Simonds on burnout in the medical field
In this episode, Jeremy interviews Dr. Gary Simonds, a neurosurgeon, professor, and author, about the challenges of communication in the medical field and beyond. Gary discusses how the specialized training of surgeons can hinder their ability to communicate effectively with patients and offers insights into improving communication skills. He emphasizes the importance of listening, preparing for difficult conversations, and using humor to connect with others...
32: Use the voice... Luke
Summary
In this episode, Jeremy talks about some of the most popular male actors and what they have in common. He highlights the unique voices of actors like Sylvester Stallone, Christopher Walken, and James Earl Jones. Jeremy then introduces the five elements of voice usage: pitch, pace, pauses, tone, and inflection. He explains how each element can be used effectively to enhance communication...
31: Dr. Matt Zakreski on Neurodiversity and communication
In this episode, Jeremy interviews Dr. Matt Zakreski, a clinical psychologist and expert in working with neurodivergent people. They discuss the concept of neurodiversity and the differences between neurodivergent and neurotypical brains. Dr. Matt emphasizes the importance of finding one's community and embracing individual strengths and weaknesses. He also shares insights on effective communication strategies, such as meta-communication and the power of talking about talking...
30: Jeremy on giving and receiving feedback!
In this episode Jeremy talks about some changes to the Podcast, one he has made, one he chose not to make...and one that he wants your feedback on!
Those changes are largely due to feedback, so he spends a lot of time talking about how to get better at receiving feedback and using it. He also talks about how to give feedback in a way that is easier to receive.
He talks about feedback he has gotten, which has changed how he is doing this very podcast...
29: Katja Schleicher- Talking is golden! Silence can be trouble...
In this episode, Jeremy interviews Katja Schleicher, a communications trainer and consultant. They discuss various aspects of effective communication, including intercultural communication, agile communication, and the power of narrative. They also explore the importance of listening skills, balancing big picture and detail-oriented communication, and adapting communication to different audiences...
28: Active listening by slowing down your brain
In this episode, Jeremy emphasizes the importance of listening in effective communication. He highlights how listening plays a significant role in personal and professional relationships, and how it can impact productivity and engagement. Jeremy also discusses the challenge of listening, as our brains tend to get distracted easily. He suggests techniques for deep listening, such as paying attention to the shape, tone, and pauses in speech...
27: Victoria Pelletier on Influence and Personal Branding
Victoria Pelletier, founder and CEO of Unstoppable You, discusses her upcoming book 'Influence Unleashed' and the importance of personal branding. She emphasizes the need for authenticity, vulnerability, and storytelling in building a personal brand. Victoria also highlights the significance of diversity and inclusion in business and the role of personal stories in fostering connection and trust...
26: Poise Counts! The importance of posture and voice
In this conversation, Jeremy discusses the importance of physical and verbal poise in various communication settings. He emphasizes the significance of volume, ending sentences with confidence, and speaking from the diaphragm. Jeremy also highlights the impact of posture on voice quality and suggests using standing and movement to enhance communication. Finally, he emphasizes the importance of enunciating and maintaining poise in sales pitches, team meetings, and presentations...