049. The Sweet Side Of Politics, with Dr. Jennie-Sweet Cushman [COMMUNICATION FOUNDATION SERIES]

Recent Episodes from Speaking with Ryan & Carrie Sharpe

063. This Is Why We Buy

In this conversation, we're walking you through what compels a person to make a purchase. Ryan recently helped our daughter buy a car, so he shares exactly why he chose the salesperson and car he did. Listen in to learn what to do if you want to make more sales!

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enJune 28, 2022

062. Just Say Thank You

In this conversation, we explain why saying thank you is necessary and the consequences of not saying it. You may think you've heard this all before and don't need to listen, but trust us: You need to listen. Thank you.

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professional communication

enJune 14, 2022

gratitude

family communication

thank you

061. Tornado Talk: Gaylord Strong

In this conversation, we discuss the EF-3 tornado that recently rocked our small Gaylord community and how that brought about the best in communication. We are #GaylordStrong.

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enMay 31, 2022

060. Dresses And First Impressions

In this conversation, we tell how to make a good first impression. Dresses factor in, and so does a grocery store greeter. When you listen, you'll see how that all makes perfect sense.

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professional communication

enMay 10, 2022

dresses

first impressions

nonverbal communication

059. Your Sales Workflow

In this conversation, we walk through Ryan's workflow for making a sale. Selling is simple when you follow the steps we describe. This conversation is part of a sales training that was previously featured in the Speaking Society.

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enApril 26, 2022

058. Be The Bunny

In this conversation, we talk about the bunny mentality as it relates to public speaking and networking. Based on observations from our yard, you'll learn how being the bunny can take you to all new heights of confidence.

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enApril 12, 2022

057. When A Text Won't Cut It

In this conversation, we discuss the limitations of communicating via Snapchat and other written messages. We encourage listeners to know when to text and when to have a verbal or face-to-face conversation instead.

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enMarch 29, 2022

snapchat

texting

nonverbal communication

056. Don't Say It If You Can't Define It

In this conversation, we share how urethras tripped up two Sharpes in the same weekend. Believe it or not, hearing this story and knowing this information will vastly improve your communication skills!

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professional communication

enMarch 15, 2022

politics

vocabulary

wordle

055. Dating Is Not A Job Interview

In this conversation, we recount what went wrong with a date we witnessed at a restaurant. Listen in to hear about this cringe-worthy encounter and to learn what a good first date conversation should sound like.

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Elissa Slotkin "braving the cold"

enMarch 01, 2022

054. Messaging Mistakes

In this conversation, we describe mistakes we've seen in recent messaging. We mention specific examples from current political candidates, and we explain Carrie's eyebrow test that determines whether a message has gone awry.

We mentioned the following during our conversation:

Elissa Slotkin in her unmasked selfie

Stacey Abrams surrounded by masked children

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