Communication Skills for Working Women Podcast:Effective Communication, Healthy Relationships, Direct Communication

027 I 3 Tips on Getting Curious to Transform Your Anxious Conversations to Calm

We kick off the episode with a powerful reminder: curiosity is the antidote to anxious communication.
We talk about the truth that most misunderstandings don’t come from lack of love—but from lack of clarity. When you stop filling in the blanks with anxious assumptions and instead get curious, communication becomes gentler, easier, and more productive.
We also share 3 tips that can change everything.
Let Curiosity Lead!  Until next time Think Clearly and Listen Bravely!
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026 I How to Stop Overthinking During and After Conversations

When you leave a conversation, how often do you replay every word in your head?”
“Do you notice yourself planning what to say next instead of truly listening?”
“What fear shows up when you think you ‘said the wrong thing’ or ‘looked awkward’?”
 
Today we’re breaking down the hidden fears and habits that fuel overthinking — so you can engage authentically without the anxiety or getting stuck in your own head.  
 
Apologies That Actually Heal Relationships (What makes an apology real—and how to apologize without excuses)
 

025 I How to Improve Your Ability to Receive Feedback

When someone gives you feedback, what’s your first thought?  Are you listening, or are you already defending yourself? Do you separate your sense of self from the feedback, or do you take it personally every time? What’s one thing you avoid doing when you receive feedback that could actually help you grow?”
Today we’re sharing how to receive feedback effectively, so you can learn, grow, and stay grounded without getting anxious and defensive and maybe you can even build some connection.
 
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Until next time, speak clearly; listen bravely.

024 I How to Give Feedback Without Making It Awkward

When was the last time you gave feedback and the other person reacted defensively?  What might have been different if you had focused on behavior instead of character? Do you tend to hold back honest feedback to avoid conflict?  How might that impact trust and growth in your relationships
Today we’re sharing how to balance honesty with empathy so you can communicate your point without hurting the relationship.
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023 I 3 Ways to Stay Open-Minded When You Totally Disagree

How do you tend to treat people you disagree with — like opponents or as fellow humans with different experiences? When was the last time you shut down or tuned out during a disagreement — and what might’ve changed if you had paused to get curious instead
 
Today we’re sharing four practical tips for staying open-minded when you disagree — so you can keep calm, stay grounded, and actually hear what others are saying.
 
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022 I Feeling Anxious When You Talk? 2 Ways to Calm Conversation Anxiety

When you feel anxious in a conversation, what are you doing or not doing that fuels that anxiety?
What fear shows up when you imagine saying the ‘wrong thing’?
If you let go of needing to be perfect, what could change in how you participate?
Today we’re sharing how to manage anxiety during conversations; so you can stay calm, present, and speak with confidence.
We’re breaking down the hidden beliefs and commitments that fuel conversation anxiety so you can participate authentically without getting stuck in your head.
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021 I How to Communicate Effectively Across Generations: 3 Practical Tips

Ever feel anxious when you are communicating with someone older or younger than you?  Do you feel nervous when someone from another generation has strong views that differ from yours? 
When was the last time you assumed someone’s perspective was ‘wrong’ just because of their age — and how might that assumption have affected your conversation? Do you find yourself sticking rigidly to your preferred communication style — and how could adapting to someone from another generation improve the outcome?
Today we’re sharing practical strategies for communicating effectively across generations at home and at work — so you can reduce misunderstandings and manage conflict. 
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020 I Privilege and Presence: 4 tips for Communicating Across Differences at Work

When have you noticed power or privilege shaping who gets heard or who stays silent in your workplace or relationships? How do you respond internally when someone brings up privilege do you feel open, defensive, curious, or uncertain? What’s one small way you could use your position, experience, or voice to create more space for others in everyday conversations?
You’ll learn four practical ways to bring awareness and empathy into conversations shaped by power or difference.  This episode helps you move from defensiveness to dialogue so you can lead, listen, and communicate with deeper presence and authenticity.
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Until next time, speak clearly Listen bravely

019 I 4 Polite Ways to Respond When It’s None of Their Business

Ever had someone ask a question that’s just… a little too personal?  Oh yes. And then you freeze—do you answer, change the subject, or lie about it?  Today, we’re giving you 4 simple, polite responses you can use to protect your privacy without offending anyone.  And we’ll walk through our 6-step communication framework to help you set boundaries with clarity and kindness.
 
We are sharing ways to respond when someone asks a question that was too personal, or you just don’t want to share.  
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018 I How to End Conversations Without being Awkward: Exit Gracefully

Ever find yourself stuck in a conversation thinking, “How do I get out of this?”  You’re nodding politely, but inside you’re panicking.  Today, we’re talking about how to end conversations gracefully.  We’ll share insights to help you leave conversations kindly, clearly, and confidently.
In this episode we take you through our 6 step communication skills process.  You’ll identify your goal around ending conversations, explore your hidden commitments, and learn some skills to apply!
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