How To Become A Master In The Art of Public Speaking – Part 1

Public speaking is one of the most powerful forces in society, creating a significant advantage in business and professional life, far surpassing other advantages such as height or gender. Research has shown that in the American corporate world, taller individuals tend to earn slightly more money and have a higher chance of getting promotions and making sales. Being a skilled public speaker can triple or more one’s income, making it the most powerful thing one can do for their professional life.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • Context and Importance of Public Speaking
  • Origins and Development of Fear of Public Speaking
  • Overcoming Fear and Achieving Confidence
  • Strategies for Effective Communication and Influence
  • Confidence, Adaptability, and Selective Engagement, and many more!

About the Speaker: Eric Edmeades

Eric Edmeades is a serial entrepreneur known for his diverse background in various fields, including wireless networking, military research, Hollywood film production, and health and wellness. He is the founder and CEO of WILDFIT®, a program focused on healthy eating and lifestyle changes.

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best of the internet, Confidence in Speaking, effective communication, increase professional influence, Overcoming Fear, Public Speaking Skills

 

Conflict Management for the Highly Sensitive Person

Highly sensitive people (HSPs) have wonderful gifts and talents, but may struggle with conflict due to their deep emotional sensitivity. HSPs are often valued for their empathy and ability to understand others, but may be undervalued in a capitalist society that emphasizes achievement and productivity. There is a cultural shift towards recognizing the gifts of HSPs, particularly among the younger generation.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • Conflict Resolution And Conflict Management
  • Self-Awareness – You Probably Default To Avoidance
  • Manage Your Nervous System So That You Can Stop Avoiding Conflict
  • Clarify What You’re Really Feeling
  • Choose Your Boundaries, and many more!

About the Speaker: Emma McAdam

Emma McAdam is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been working in the field of mental health since 2004. She holds a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Utah State University. Her mission is to make mental health resources more accessible and understandable, primarily through YouTube videos and online courses.

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best of the internet, Boundaries, conflict management, effective communication, Emotional Awareness, Highly Sensitive Person

 

How to Drive Defensive and Avoid Accidents

Defensive driving is about driving to save lives, time, and money despite the conditions around you and the actions of other road users. According to the World Health Organization, an estimated 1.2 million people are killed in road crashes each year, and as many as 50 million people are injured.

To be a safer driver and mitigate the risk of being involved in a traffic crash, you need to implement four features in your driving: manage space, control your speed, observe, and communicate effectively with other traffic. The Smith space cushion system, invented by Harold Smith in the 1940s, emphasizes the importance of leaving yourself an out, getting a big picture, making sure they see you, and aiming high on your steering. The host, Rick August, aims to provide actionable steps that can be put into place to improve driving, regardless of where you are in the world or the driving conditions.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • Managing Space and Speed
  • Intersections and Hazards
  • Defensive Driving Techniques and Vehicle Safety
  • Predicting Road User Behavior and Distracted Driving
  • Traffic Signals and Vehicle Operation, and many more!

About the Speaker: Rick August, PhD

His expertise includes detailed accident investigations, where he analyzes the road users involved, their actions, the site conditions, available evidence, and peer-reviewed research. He has worked on cases involving a range of vehicles, including semi-trucks, transit and school buses, vocational vehicles (e.g., dump, garbage, and concrete trucks), passenger cars, motorcycles, cyclists, and pedestrians.

With a PhD in legal history from the University of Melbourne, Dr. August’s research focused on policing and law as these relate to traffic safety. He combines this academic foundation with hands-on driving experience, having driven semi-trucks and buses internationally. Dr. August has been an instructor since 1997, teaching air brakes and defensive driving in Canada, Australia, and the U.S. He has authored two e-books and creates educational videos to promote safer driving practices. His deep knowledge and practical experience make him a respected authority in the field of traffic safety and crash analysis.

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Accident Prevention, best of the internet, Defensive Driving, Driving Techniques, personal development, professional development, Road Safety

 

Top 10 Negotiating Lines and How To Use Them

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Mastering these negotiating lines can significantly enhance your ability to navigate complex discussions. By employing these strategies, you can foster a more collaborative environment, uncover underlying interests, and work towards mutually beneficial outcomes. Remember, the key to successful negotiation lies in effective communication, active listening, and a genuine understanding of the other party’s needs and perspectives.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • Negotiation Tactics and Responses
  • Effective Communication Strategies
  • Identifying Unhelpful Individuals
  • Negotiation Skills Course and Application
  • Communication Style and Engagement, and many more!

About the Speaker: Christopher Voss

Christopher “Chris” Voss, born on November 28, 1957, is an American businessman, author, and academic, best known for his role as a former FBI hostage negotiator. He served as the lead Crisis Negotiator for the FBI’s New York City division before becoming the lead international kidnapping negotiator. Voss is also the CEO of a consultancy and has authored a book on negotiation strategies.

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best of the internet, Collaborative Negotiation, effective communication, Effective Negotiation, Negotiation Lines, Negotiation Tactics

 

How to Succeed at Hard Conversations

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Chris Voss emphasizes that success in hard conversations hinges on emotional intelligence, empathy, and effective listening. By focusing on connection and understanding, rather than control or domination, you can turn potentially confrontational situations into opportunities for collaboration and growth. These techniques are applicable in professional negotiations, personal relationships, and everyday interactions.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • Negotiation Mindset, Playfulness
  • Calm Voice, Emotional Shift, Music
  • Neuroscience Behind Calm Voice
  • Hypothesis Testing in Negotiations
  • Authenticity and Trustworthiness in Negotiations, and many more!

About the Speaker: Christopher Voss

Christopher “Chris” Voss, born on November 28, 1957, is an American businessman, author, and academic, best known for his role as a former FBI hostage negotiator. He served as the lead Crisis Negotiator for the FBI’s New York City division before becoming the lead international kidnapping negotiator. Voss is also the CEO of a consultancy and has authored a book on negotiation strategies.

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best of the internet, conflict resolution, effective communication, Effective Listening, Emotional Intelligence, Hard Conversations, negotiation skills

 

The 3 PROVEN STRATEGIES To Influence Anyone and WIN ANY NEGOTIATION

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Voss emphasizes that successful negotiation focuses on collaboration rather than competition, aiming to succeed with people, not at their expense.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • The Power of “No” and Building True Confidence
  • The Importance of Curiosity and Paraphrasing
  • Practical Negotiation Tactics and Strategies
  • Leaving People Better and Avoiding Common Mistakes
  • Advanced Negotiation Techniques, and many more!

About the Speaker: Christopher Voss

Christopher “Chris” Voss, born on November 28, 1957, is an American businessman, author, and academic, best known for his role as a former FBI hostage negotiator. He served as the lead Crisis Negotiator for the FBI’s New York City division before becoming the lead international kidnapping negotiator. Voss is also the CEO of a consultancy and has authored a book on negotiation strategies.

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best of the internet, Collaboration in Negotiation, effective communication, Influence Techniques, negotiation strategies, Winning Negotiations

The Art Of Negotiating To Get Whatever You Want

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Listening is critical in negotiations, whether in business or law enforcement, as it can lead to faster deals in the future. The cost of being a hostage negotiator can be high, leading to emotional distance in personal life and potential trauma. Post-traumatic stress growth is possible, where a person can use a traumatic experience to become better than they were before.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • Becoming a hostage negotiator
  • The nature of human behaviour in business negotiations
  • Negotiation tactics
  • Hostage Negotiation Role Play
  • The Importance of Collaboration, and many more!

About the Speaker: Christopher Voss

Christopher “Chris” Voss, born on November 28, 1957, is an American businessman, author, and academic, best known for his role as a former FBI hostage negotiator. He served as the lead Crisis Negotiator for the FBI’s New York City division before becoming the lead international kidnapping negotiator. Voss is also the CEO of a consultancy and has authored a book on negotiation strategies.

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best of the internet, Business Negotiation, conflict resolution, effective communication, Hostage Negotiation, negotiation skills

 

How to Resolve Conflict in Relationships

The program “Open to Debate” focuses on debatable topics, and this episode is a conversation with psychotherapist Esther Perel about relationships and conflict. The conversation will explore constructive conflict and its importance in successful relationships. Esther Perel has a course called “Turning Conflict into Connection” and will share her insights on the topic.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • Turning conflict into connection
  • Human nature
  • Debaters vs Audiences
  • Losing the Balance
  • Polarization, and many more!

About the Speaker: Esther Perel

Esther Perel is a renowned psychotherapist and New York Times bestselling author, known for her work on relationships, intimacy, and infidelity. Her notable books include “The State of Affairs” and “Mating in Captivity.” She also hosts the podcast “Where Should We Begin,” where she explores the complexities of relationships.

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best of the internet, conflict resolution, Constructive Communication, personal development, professional development, Relationship Conflict

 

Motivational Interviewing Skills

A doctor’s approach to telling a patient to quit smoking can be ineffective if the patient is not ready to change, as seen in a story about a man who only quits smoking after a personal experience. Motivational interviewing is a technique that helps people find their own motivation to change, rather than being told what to do by others. The stages of change theory, developed by Pesca and Declemente, describes the progression of change as precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, and maintenance. Understanding the stages of change can help clinicians empathize with patients who are ambivalent about changing their behavior.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • Motivational Interviewing Techniques and Principles
  • Engaging with Patients and Identifying Change Talk
  • Effective Communication Techniques in Motivational Interviewing
  • Reflections and Avoiding Confrontation
  • Introduction to Motivational Interviewing and Stages of Change, and many more!

About the Speaker: Dr. Jonathan Fader, PhD

Dr. Jonathan Fader is a licensed clinical and performance psychologist based in New York City, renowned for his work with professional athletes, business leaders, and first responders. He co-founded Union Square Practice, a mental health center, and SportStrata, a performance coaching group, both located in New York City.

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behavior change, best of the internet, effective communication, motivational interviewing, Patient Engagement, Stages of Change

 

15 Communication Skills For More Meaningful Conversations

Lead-in lines can make starting conversations easier and help keep them going. There are only three simple lead-in lines to learn for effective communication. Practicing these lines in low-risk situations can help build confidence.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • Effective Communication
  • Lead-in Lines
  • Body Language
  • Navigational Phrases
  • Establishing Common Ground, and many more!

About the Speaker: Dan O’Connor

Dan O’Connor is an internationally acclaimed author, trainer, and keynote speaker with over 20 years of experience in the communication training industry. He is renowned for his tactical communication strategies, focusing on transforming negative environments into spaces where effective communication and relationship-building thrive.

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best of the internet, Body Language, building rapport, Conversation Skills, effective communication, Lead-in Lines