The best way to get better at communication? Do it. Even when it’s awkward—especially then. Talk to a stranger this week. Ask a real question. Make eye contact. It might be uncomfortable. It might also be exactly what you need.
One truth about public speaking is that you're probably a lot closer to succeeding at it than you might realize. Are you curious? Check out @MCHoeppner's chat with @TheEconomist below on the "secrets" to your success:
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I was honored to sit down with @McKinsey to chat about #DontSayUm for their #AuthorTalk series. We get into a great deal of what I discuss in the book, so if you're curious about Dont Say Um, check out the interview below:
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#TBT to our advice-packed interview with @MCHoeppner, author, professor, and the Founder and CEO of GK Training, on the very specific background he and Adam have in common, and topics such as embodied cognition, the Lego trick for memorization, the 5 P's of vocal variety, a tactical exercise for sales people, the BAD speaking advice you've heard 100 times, being present for the audience, the risk in using prepared materials, and the parallels between sales and acting. #business #success #TACPod #author #Dontsayum #speaklikeapro #sales #communication #speak #speaking #entrepreneur #focus #talk #um #QOTD #ICYMI #TBThursday #ThrowbackThursday @genuineknowhow
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Communication is a physical activity, just like athletics, or performance. We don't psychically send thoughts and words to other people. We use muscles to make words. Check out the Forbes article from our Founder/CEO for more: https://t.co/rmZtX7RjIn
In our latest, @MCHoeppner, author, professor, and the Founder and CEO of GK Training, shares the very specific background he and Adam have in common, and covers topics such as embodied cognition, the Lego trick for memorization, the 5 P's of vocal variety, a tactical exercise for sales people, the BAD speaking advice you've heard 100 times, being present for the audience, the risk in using prepared materials, and the parallels between sales and acting.
#business #success #TACPod #author #Dontsayum #speaklikeapro #sales #communication #speak #speaking #entrepreneur #focus #talk #um @genuineknowhow
Produced by @Southwestern
"Don't Say Um" is the #1 Best Selling nonfiction book for January at @porchlightbooks ! What excitement, what an honor! Grab your copy below. And head to https://t.co/Lq2j4cykcl for more info on what you'll find inside.
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"Vocal Fry:" what is it telling us, as listeners, and what's actually happening to produce it? @MCHoeppner chats with Bob at @UndercurrentSt1 about the source and message of vocal fry, and a lot more more. Check out the episode here: https://t.co/LC43h6W3Zc
Bummed you missed @MCHoeppner on @GMA yesterday? Never fear! Check out the full clip below. While you're at it, try out some of the exercises featured, and grab your copy of "Don't Say Um" today, at https://t.co/Lq2j4cykcl.
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We're excited to share that Michael Chad Hoeppner will be on @ABCGMA3 tomorrow (Wednesday, 1/29) talking about "Don't Say Um!" Tune in to find out why he's got @EvaPilgrim walking on a balance beam, and what that has to do with speaking.
West coasters - a reminder of Michael Chad Hoeppner's upcoming book signing event in San Fran at Book Passage Bookstore & Cafe: 5:30pm CT. Head to the Eventbrite link below for more details:
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Hey San Fran folks - Michael Chad Hoeppner will be at @bookpassage this Wednesday, 1/29th at 5:30 PT to talk about all things "Don't Say Um" and sign your books. Book Passage is such a cool spot and totally worth checking out, so come say hi! https://t.co/e5iqIBkaTK
"Don't Say Um" is on @NextBigIdeaClub's January List of Must Reads. Chomp down on some "Book Bites" below for a taste of helpful tools you'll find inside:
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Does public speaking stress you out? Watch this clip with GK Founder Michael Chad Hoeppner, then check out the full clip here: https://t.co/eZPg8bekMH After that, grab a copy of "Don't Say Um" for your practical communication handbook. https://t.co/Lq2j4cykcl
"Don't Say Um: How to Communicate Effectively to Live a Better Life" officially out now! Learn practical tools to improve your communication and bring forward your most genuine self. Order your copy at https://t.co/4h9eFJCBhA
"Don't Say Um" arrives tomorrow at #1 on Amazon's New Releases! Said with full linguistic precision, dynamic vocal quality, and intentional commitment to you: THANK YOU! Excited to share this practical handbook for effective communication. Get it at https://t.co/W8dpWK7P2G.