The Futur with Chris Do

234 - Tonal Influence — with Marshall Davis Jones

Mar 29, 2023

Marshall Davis Jones, a TEDx speaker and founder of MindBodySpeak, shares his expertise in voice tone techniques. He explores how tone influences communication and relationships, drawing from his experiences in slam poetry and battle rap. Marshall emphasizes the art of reading the room and modulating tone for effective negotiation and connection. The discussion highlights the delicate balance of words and how our voice can be both a powerful tool and a calming presence. Perfect for anyone looking to enhance their communication skills!

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Honesty, deceit and the human tendency to seek novelty

01:22

The Power of Voice Work

04:02

How to Tell if a Salesperson is Genuine

04:04

Intro

4min

Voices of Connection: The Art of Performance

28min

The Comfort of Deception: Understanding Our Need for Lies

3min

The Art of Storytelling through Voice and Emotion

3min

Bodily Sensations and Moral Judgments

7min

Layers of Value and Communication

17min

The Shift from Materialism to Experience

4min

In this episode, we are joined by Marshall Davis Jones, TEDx Speaker and founder of MindBodySpeak. Marshall is a competitive slam poet and world-bridger, known for his voice tone techniques that help people win negotiations, deescalate conflicts, and build business relationships across multiple industries.

Throughout the conversation, Marshall emphasizes the importance of voice work in communication and how tonal decision making can impact behavior in others. He explains how mastering words and tone can help individuals read the room, modulate their tone, and communicate effectively, whether they're trying to be assertive, move things along, or slow things down.

Marshall draws on his experience with slam poetry and battle rap to explain how he learned to read the room and grow from these live communication mistakes. He also discusses the importance of treating our words with care and understanding that our tone can either be a controlled explosion or a delicate dance, depending on the situation.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to improve their communication skills and connect with others through spoken language.

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