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Money Talks, with Nigel Willmott

Aug 5, 2020

Communication Skills, Emotions, Parenting, Relationships, Social Issues

The key to talking about money, especially with a partner in life or business, is to remember the importance of the topic, and that it is a journey. Nigel Willmott shares from his decades of experience as a financial planner, and more recently as a money coach, some exercises and ways to have crucial conversations around money with those close to us, including our children. He also unpacks the emotions around money, our money DNA, money memories and the benefits…

Discovering Self Worth, with John Niland

Jul 29, 2020

Communication Skills, Confrontation skills, conscious communication, Emotions, Growth, Self Esteem, Self Expression

John Niland knew intellectually the distinctions between self-worth, self-esteem and self-confidence, yet he only started living this fundamental discovery after a significantly emotional event. John shares with Telana what he has learn on this journey, and how he discovered his true self worth, and the benefits from this. He also relates how unconditional self-worth is the foundation for courageous conversations. Topics explored in this important episode include: Discovering self worth. How self worth differs to self esteem. Relevance of self…

Communicating Unwritten Ground Rules, with Steve Simpson

Jul 22, 2020

Change, Communication Skills, Confrontation skills, Leadership, Management

Podcast: How do we discuss something like a corporate culture? And in particular, in a way that we can improve that culture? Steve Simpson explains his concept of ‘Unwritten Ground Rules’ and how it gives leaders the language to develop the culture of their business, so that staff become more productive. Steve and Telana cover in particular how we have conversations that hold people accountable to improve their behaviour, and how to uncover the unwritten ground rules that govern that…

The camera and the fear of rejection, with Naomi Estment

Jul 15, 2020

Communication Skills, Media Communication Skills, Online Communication, Self Expression

Podcast: Naomi Estment, personal branding photographer and videographer, shares with Telana what she has learnt from being on both sides of the camera. They especially focus on overcoming the fear of rejection and being seen. She helps mainly women become comfortable in front of the camera, so that they can develop their brands and shine in their lives. Naomi also shares what she has learnt about getting your message across and having difficult conversations with those close to you. And…

Brain flexibility for effective communication, with Dr André Vermeulen

Jul 8, 2020

Communication Skills, Emotions, Listening, Relationships

Podcast: Some critical skills needed for today’s world include people management, communication and emotional intelligence, as well as critical thinking and decision making. How does brain flexibility help us improve our communication skills? Dr André Vermeulen has been studying the brain for many years, and will help us answer that question, explaining the concepts of: brain flexibility and agility cognitive flexibility emotional intelligence communication vs. talking listening Audio: Video: About Dr. André Vermeulen: Dr. André Vermeulen is the founding member…

How to be mentally strong in a crisis, with Daria Tsvenger

Jun 30, 2020

Change, Communication Skills, Confrontation skills, Emotions

Daria Tsvenger is a mindset expert, and shared with Telana Simpson what mental strength is, and how to develop it, especially in a time of crisis, like we find ourselves in today dealing with Covid-19. She covers aspects of ourselves like the flight/fight mode of our brains, procrastination, depression and self awareness. She also explains the difference between inspiration and motivation, and tackles how to have conversations that count, shedding some light on the topic from the neuro-science perspective. Podcast:…