Have you ever wondered how the physical act of speaking can improve your communication? Kevin sits down with Michael
Chad Hoeppner to discuss the physical nature of communication and exercises we can do to get better. Michael challenges our common assumptions about speaking, such as believing it’s purely a mental activity. Instead, he introduces the concept of embodied cognition, explaining how communication is a physical activity involving over 100 muscles and should be approached like athletic training. Michael shares the science behind thought suppression and why focusing on "not saying um" is counterproductive. He also talks about the Five Ps of vocal variety (Pace, Pitch, Pause, Power, Placement) and how they impact your message.

Listen For

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
02:00 Meet Michael Hoeppner
04:00 The Journey to Communication Coaching
08:00 The Physical Side of Communication
12:00 Why Thought Suppression Doesn't Work
16:00 Tips for Reducing Filler Words
20:00 Exercises for Clear Communication
24:00 The Five P's of Vocal Variety
28:00 Managing Nerves When Speaking
32:00 Final Thoughts and Book Information
35:00 Closing Remarks

Michael's Story: Michael Chad Hoeppner is the author of Don't Say Um: How to Communicate Effectively to Live a Better Life. He is an adjunct professor at Columbia Business School and the CEO and president of GK Training, a firm dedicated to giving individuals, companies, and organizations the communication skills necessary to reach their highest goals in work and life. As an individual speaking coach, his clients include Andrew Yang, Swiss Re, Xerox, The Boston Consulting Group, Pfizer, Columbia University Business School, NYU Law School, Macy’s, Special Olympics chairman Tim Shriver, and others. His expertise lies in every aspect of communication: public speaking, business development, executive presence, interpersonal agility, email skills, and speech writing. Hoeppner is one among the growing chorus of voices identifying the link between the physical aspects of spoken communication and broader issues of health and wellness.

https://dontsayum.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelchadhoeppner/

http://www.gktraining.com/

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Book Recommendations

Don't Say Um: How to Communicate Effectively to Live a Better Life by Michael Chad Hoeppner
Moby Dick by Herman Melville

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