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In this episode, I speak with Amber L. Wright, a communication expert and founder of Words Well Said, a personal development company that helps organizations do a better job at making their people feel seen, heard, and valued. As an executive coach and speaker, she guides leaders toward expressing their highest selves with confidence and grace.

Her popular TEDx Talk entitled, “Ask Better Questions to Build Better Connections,” has inspired people all over the world to become stronger communicators in their everyday lives. She has been mentioned in Fast Company, Essence, and Mashable, and is currently pursuing a doctorate of education in Organizational Change and Leadership at the University of Southern California. 

Website: https://wordswellsaid.com/
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Have you ever wondered what the right amount of effort to put in with someone is?

Should you let them know you’d like to go on a date with them? And what about after the date. . .

Should you let them know you’d like to see them again if you felt the date went well but they're not being proactive about setting up another one?

Where is the line between showing someone you like them, and chasing someone who’s simply not that interested?

It can be tricky. But I want to make it simple.

You may have heard me say, “Invest in those who invest in you.” But that could leave you wondering to yourself: “Fine Matthew, but so often that means I’m doing nothing because no one is investing in me! And doesn’t someone need to take the first step to invest something if anything is ever going to happen?”

It’s a valid point. I’ll show you exactly how to solve this at the end of the episode, so make sure you listen all the way through.

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Join Host Bruce Anthony as he shares invaluable insights on personal growth, relationships, and the importance of confronting biases in this engaging episode. Discover Bruce's thoughts on setting boundaries, finding purpose, and communicating in relationships. Explore his perspective on the significance of vulnerability and the impact of toxic people in our lives. Gain wisdom on effective communication in marriage and learn how it can prevent divorce. Dive into Bruce's personal journey, including his past biases and the transformative power of embracing diversity. Don't miss out on this eye-opening discussion packed with practical advice for personal development and fostering meaningful connections. #effectivecommunication #unsolicitedperspectivespodcast #LGBTQ+Issues #embracingdifferences #ConfrontingBiases 

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Whether you're looking to boost your productivity, find more joy in your work, or simply be more present in the moment, you need flow — and research by Assistant Professor David Melnikoff could help you find it.

Melnikoff investigates how we pursue our goals, and how flow — the state of being totally immersed and engaged in what we’re doing — can help us achieve them. According to him, flow isn’t necessarily about enjoying a task or activity for its own sake, but more about the process of discovery that unfolds as we take action in the face of uncertainty. “The source of flow is engaging in an activity that allows you to reduce uncertainty about your future, engaging in actions that reduce possible future outcomes, or ideally, eliminate all possible future outcomes except for one,” he says. With each action that we take, the path before us narrows, leading us more directly to the goal that we’ve set.

In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Melnikoff shares why uncertainty presents us with the opportunity to step into the flow state, to experience more focus and engagement, and to supercharge our goal pursuit and performance

Episode Reference Links:

• David Melnikoff: Website
• Dr. Laurie Santos (Communicator Melnikoff admires) 
• The Happiness Lab Podcast — Dr. Laurie Santos (Podcast of communicator Melnikoff admires)
•  Ep.59 From Dreaming to Doing: How We Set and Achieve Goals Website / YouTube
•  Ep.104 How to Change: Building Better Habits and Behaviors (And Getting Out of Your Own Way Website / YouTube

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Chapters:

(00:00:00) Introduction

Host Matt Abraham welcomes guest David Melnikoff, an assistant professor of organizational behavior at Stanford GSB and an expert on flow and goal achievement.

(00:00:40) Understanding Flow and Its Benefits

The definition of flow and the reversal of the usual dynamic of goal pursuit.

(00:02:20) Achieving and Maintaining Flow

Misconceptions about achieving flow and the role of reducing uncertainty in engaging activities. 

(00:06:22) Flow in Business and Leadership

Applying flow principles to business, emphasizing the structuring of tasks and goals to induce flow through uncertainty reduction. 

(00:08:39) Personal Applications of Flow for Goal Pursuit

How to utilize flow principles to set and achieve goals with advice on framing tasks to maximize uncertainty and flow. 

(00:11:03) Collaborative Flow and Communication

The potential for shared flow experiences in collaborative settings and the role of communication in facilitating flow.

(00:13:05) Goal Setting and Achievement Advice

Advice on goal setting, advocating for goals with a degree of uncertainty to enhance engagement and likelihood of entering a flow state.

(00:14:43) The Final Three Questions

David Melnikoff shares how he invites flow into his life, a communicator he admires, and his recipe for communication.

(00:16:17) Conclusion

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In this episode I share 5 strategies for effective team and customer communication - and the benefits you can expect if you execute properly and consistently.  

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- Prioritize active listening with both your customers and your team

- Personalize your communication style to the moment and the person

- Allow for easy ways to share feedback from both customers and employees with you and your company

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Tony Johnson is a Customer Experience Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Author with a wide background including decades in retail and restaurants.  He regularly speaks and coaches organizations to IGNITE THEIR SERVICE using his common sense approach to Customer engagement.  Tony has spoken to government agencies and Fortune 500 companies to unlock their amazing capacity for excellence.

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