NeuroConversant Leadership

May 16 2024
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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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44: Geoff Weinstein - People don't have time to read...so streamline your message

May 16 2024 31 mins  
Do you want to learn to streamline your communication? Make it simpler and more concise? That's what Geoff Weinstein talks about in this episode. Jeff Weinstein, a communications coach and author, shares his journey into the field of communication and the importance of effective communication in maximizing productivity. He emphasizes the impact of vulnerability and fear of publ

43: Show you are confident by asking questions

May 09 2024 10 mins  
Have you ever thought you were the only person in the room who didn't understand something...but when you asked the questions, found that that no one else understood it either? Asking questions requires confidence and can lead to valuable insights and opportunities. Many people are hesitant to ask questions, but those who do often gain respect and create a more open and collabo

42: Trent Theroux - Using 1 minute stories can help accountants to communicate

May 02 2024 31 mins  
In this conversation, Jeremy and Trent discuss the importance of communication in accounting and how accountants can improve their communication skills. Trent shares his personal journey and how he developed his communication skills. He emphasizes the power of creating one-minute stories and provides tips on how to develop and use them effectively. They also discuss the benefits o

41: Weaponizing words and using labels in political debate

Apr 25 2024 7 mins  
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

40: How to become a top 1% communicator

Apr 17 2024 30 mins  
Brendan Kumarasami, founder of MasterTalk, shares his journey from studying accounting to becoming a speech coach. He discusses the importance of communication skills for STEM professionals and offers three key tips: the random word exercise, the question drill, and the video message. Brendan emphasizes the need for engineers to develop their communication skills in order to advanc

39: How to respond when you are triggered

Apr 11 2024 9 mins  
Triggers, like stress, can be good or bad. They are stimuli that spark intense emotions. Negative triggers can be caused by various factors, such as past experiences or body image issues. In conversations, common triggers include feeling invisible, dismissed, or controlled. It is important to be mindful of the impact of our words and to ask questions to clarify intentions. When tri

38: Carlos Alvarenga - "Persuasion is Chemistry with Language"

Apr 04 2024 32 mins  
Carlos Alvarenga, author of The Rules of Persuasion, discusses the importance of persuasion in effective communication. He explains that persuasion is a demonstration that something is true or appears to be true, and it can be achieved through the character of the speaker, the arguments presented, and the emotions evoked. Alvarenga emphasizes the need for authenticity in persuasion

37: The big bang theory... of communication

Mar 28 2024 9 mins  
In this episode, Jeremy discusses the popularity of the TV show 'The Big Bang Theory' and how it resonates with viewers because of the unique and quirky characters. He emphasizes that everyone is unique and encourages embracing and understanding the differences in others. Jeremy suggests two courses of action: embracing differences by finding out what others are passionate

36: Nic Redman on using your authentic voice - Mind Body and Breath

Mar 21 2024 30 mins  
Summary Nic Redman, a spoken voice and recording coach, discusses the importance of voice training and communication in corporate environments. She emphasizes the need to focus on the impact and emotional connection in communication rather than just the technical aspects. Redman highlights the significance of vocal warm-ups to prepare the voice and release tension. She suggests qui

35: Changing the name of the podcast!

Mar 14 2024 10 mins  
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