Captivate the Room

It’s Not All About You

Welcome to the show!

Ouch, that hurts, it's not about you right in the title.  But, hear me out.  Your voice does not work as well when all the focus is on you and how you sound, what you are saying, if you are doing a good job etc...

In today's podcast I'm talking about a topic that I've been teaching my students for a long time which is the more you pour into your listener, the more you make it about them, the better you sound, the more successful you'll be.

I think you will love this episode!

Make sure if you live near Chicago that you join me for my upcoming full day small group event on 10/17.  I have 4 spots left, it's a small group, hands on coaching all day.  I don't want you to miss it!

https://www.captivatetheroom.com/retreat

 

Changing Generational Wealth with Sara Connell

You are in for a treat today! 

One of my favorite people on earth is with me today, Sara Connell. 

You are going to love our conversation about breaking generational patterns around poverty, creating a legacy, taking action, creating a million dollar business and so much more.

Sara and I have collaborated on a number of projects and I have loved working with her. 

Her story is very moving and her drive to make a difference in this world is like nothing I've ever seen. 

 

Plus, she is rock solid when it comes to being of service, walking her talk and making a big, BIG impact with her voice.  Her body of work is stunning, exciting and incredibly inspiring.

 

Plus, she reads her audiobook in such a way...well, it's the most captivating book I've ever heard.  Sara is a best selling author, a multi-million dollar business owner and someone I hope to collaborate with for years to come.

 

Tune in and learn from Sara, your life will never be the same!

 

 

Guest Bio

Sara Connell is a bestselling author and founder of Thought Leader Academy where she helps coaches, writers and entrepreneurs become successful, published authors and in-demand speakers.

She has been featured on The Oprah Winfrey Show, Good Morning America, The View, FOX Chicago, TEDx, The Today Show, and Katie Couric. Her writing has appeared in: The New York Times, Forbes, Good Housekeeping, and Parenting. Her books have been nominated for a national book award and ELLE magazine Book of the Year.

 

You can find Sara here:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saraconnell/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saraconnellauthorspeakercoach 

Website: https://www.saraconnell.com/

 

Razor’s Edge Authenticity

Welcome to the show!

I've got a great episode for you today on authenticity and the razor's edge between authenticity and a wound and what you really want your audiences experience to be.

See the full show notes below.

Don't forget, if you are in Chicago or Cedar Rapids Iowa, I hope you will join me for my upcoming full day voice and communication retreats.  Find out more and register at https://www.captivatetheroom.com/retreat 

 

Show Notes for "It's a Razor's Edge" Podcast Episode:

• Introduction:

  • Tracy Goodwin introduces the episode and its theme of authenticity.
  • She mentions the importance of authenticity in voice and communication.

• Key Takeaways:

  1. Authenticity is a delicate balance between what you think is authentic and how you present yourself.
  2. There are layers of protection and subconscious behaviors that hinder true authenticity.
  3. Authenticity is crucial in various contexts, including video, conflict, and intimidation.
  4. Tracy emphasizes the importance of consistent authenticity for effective communication and connection.

• Guest Information:

  • Tracy introduces herself as an internationally known voice expert and award-winning speaker.

• Upcoming Workshop and Retreats:

  • Tracy mentions an upcoming workshop on authenticity and provides the date and website for registration.
  • She also hints at potential city visits for retreats and invites listeners to suggest their cities.

• The Challenge of Authenticity:

  • Tracy expresses her fascination with authenticity and the hidden layers of sound people use to protect themselves.
  • She discusses the challenges people face in believing they are authentic when they are actually protecting themselves.
  • Tracy highlights that authenticity is most critical in video communication.

• Real-Time Role Play Example:

  • Tracy shares an example from a recent class where a student struggled with authentic video communication.
  • She explains how they identified the issue and provided a technique to help the student reach a higher level of authenticity.
  • Tracy emphasizes that authenticity is about inner freedom and being comfortable with one's true self.

• Layers of Sound and Protection:

  • Tracy discusses the layers of protection that people unconsciously put in place to avoid being fully authentic.
  • She mentions societal pressures on women's voices and the struggle for women to be heard authentically.
  • Tracy asserts that authenticity is not just about voice but identity and transformation.

• Overcoming Fear of Judgment:

  • Tracy talks about her research into fear of rejection and shame as core factors behind the layers of protection.
  • She cautions against the "fake it till you make it" mentality and encourages genuine authenticity.
  • Tracy believes in setting people free from the fear of judgment and rejection.
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• Conclusion:

  • Tracy encourages listeners to join her upcoming workshop and retreats to unlock their potential.
  • She leaves the audience with a reminder of the power of authenticity in making a lasting impact.
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Change Your Voice, Change Your Reality

Welcome to the show!

Today, I'm talking about the absolute fact that your voice creates your reality.

Woah, how is that?  Because we decide everything about you from your voice.  We decide if you are a fraud, if you are lying, if you are a person of integrity, if you are full of bs and more!

With the decisions we make we take action...guess what your voice just created your reality.  If you want to change the experiences you have in life, in relationships, in business, in revenue...you have to change your voice.

 

Make sure you check to see if I'm coming to a city near you for my one day live training sessions!  https://www.captivatetheroom.com/retreat

Creating Simplicity with Sean Antle

Welcome to the show!

Today I've got a great guest with me, Sean Antle is here to talk about how he uses his voice to make people's lives simpler in HR.  Sean and I had the opportunity to work together several months back and he's understanding of the value of communication is stellar.

In today's episode Sean and I talk about his work, why it matters to him and the value of being able to use your voice in all situations with all types of people and the how and why around communication as an asset.

 

Sean's Bio

Sean is from Tulsa, Okla., where he is raising three boys with his wife Ashley. He is a life-long Oklahoma Sooners football and St. Louis Cardinals baseball fan.

He has been an HR consultant for 25 years, with the last six years serving HR customers an an employee experience evangelist in the ServiceNow ecosystem.

Powerful Words

Welcome to the show!

There is a reason you are struggling to come up with the words...you've got way too much noise that is interfering in the flow of having the exact perfect words.

Noise inhibits your ability to communicate effectively, but it doesn't have to.

Tune in today and find out how you are blocking your true creative genius and the perfect words that your listener needs to hear.

 

Want to learn how to lock this in?  Join me for my upcoming live training/coaching session https://www.captivatetheroom.com/unlockyourpotential

 

Want to join me live?  https://www.captivatetheroom.com/retreat to find out if your city is on the list!

Connection and Influence

Welcome to the show!

Today, let's talk about the role of connection in relation to influence.  When I say influence I mean influencing others.  Connection is critical when it comes to influencing others to take the action you want them to take.

Connection happens in your voice or not.

Without even realizing it, you may be blocking people out, a razor's edge of a sound that tells your listener they aren't getting it.

This will cost you sales, this will cost you influence.

 

Want to join me at one of my upcoming retreats?  https://www.captivatetheroom.com/retreat

I still have a few spots available for my live training in August, hands on coaching, get what you need to move your business forward.

https://www.captivatetheroom.com/unlockyourpotential 

 

Legacy with Mary Lou Kayser

Welcome to the show!

Today I've got a very special guest with me, Mary Lou Kayser is here today.  In today's episode, we have a wonderful conversation about playing your position, legacy and the supports we need to move past some of the invisible challenges in our lives so we can reach our goals.

Mary Lou shares her 4 point bespoke framework that she uses to support her clients in moving past fear, uncertainty, indecision and self-doubt and it's truly brilliant.  You don't want to miss this episode!

 

Make sure you take a look at my upcoming workshop in August where I'll be teaching and coaching how to unlock your full potential.  https://www.captivatetheroom.com/unlock-your-potential/

 

Mary Lou's Bio

Mary Lou Kayser is a keynote speaker, bestselling author, blogger, and the Executive Director of Kingfisher Media Publishing. She mentors and teaches strategic communications and branding to both individuals and corporate organizations.

Drawing upon her love of poetry and her own experiences with writing and self-publishing, Mary Lou has created a bespoke personal development framework that guides clients through some of the most common roadblocks to success including moving past fear, uncertainty, indecision, and self-doubt. 

Mary Lou’s work has helped thousands of people build brand equity, improve their communication skills, and differentiate themselves as leaders in a competitive, noisy marketplace.

You can learn more about Mary Lou on her website at maryloukayser.com

 

The Far Unlit Unknown https://www.amazon.com/Far-Unlit-Mary-Lou-Kayser/dp/B0BWWRW9J1

 

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mlkayser/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maryloukayser/

Podcast: https://playyourpositionpodcast.com/

 

Laughter is Costing You

Welcome to the show.

This one may ruffle your feathers because in your mind right now, laughter is a good thing and it is.  However, in today's episode, I want to introduce you to the razor edge thin sound that makes all the difference when it comes to connection and credibility.

When we feel any kind of insecurity, nuanced questioning of one's ability or trying to figure out what people are thinking, lack of worth, not knowing how our message is going to stick...anything, we can take on a voice habit of laughter.  There are a number of reasons this can be problematic, a number of things that can cause this uncomfortable laugh and a number of repercussions from it.

Tune in and found out how certain laughter can cost you.

Make sure you don't miss my last group program, head over to https://www.captivatetheroom.com/captivate-8 

 

The Illusion of Communication

Welcome to the show!

In today's episode I'm talking about expectations, assumptions, the illusion that you communicated something that you did not.  This is one of the biggest challenges I see everyone struggle with when it comes to effective communication, even leaders.

 

Leaders, experts, people moving fast far too often we think we clearly communicated the task but we didn't...no matter what you think you communicated.  To excel in leadership, sales, and building a culture of collaboration we have to get really good at actually communicating, not just the illusion that we have done so.

 

I'll be talking more about this in my upcoming leadership and effective communication training on July 12th.  I'd love for you to join me for this live training. 

 

Link to register https://www.captivatetheroom.com/leadership