Discover how your inner circle shapes your communication style and the words you use. Personal anecdotes reveal the deep influence of family and environment on our speech patterns. Learn to conduct a communication audit to identify and break old habits. Embrace empowering vocabulary by surrounding yourself with uplifting individuals. This insightful discussion encourages self-reflection to enhance your voice and purpose in the world.
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Dad's Speech Shapes Jefferson
Jefferson sounds a lot like his dad because of inherited speech patterns and mannerisms.
His dad used to say, "well, we'll see" to signal patience and reduce worry, a mindset Jefferson adopted.
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Audit Your Communication Influences
Take an audit of who influences how you speak by examining your daily environment and interactions.
Most influence comes from people you spend the most time with at work or home, shaping your communication style.
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Choose Positive Influencers
Identify and surround yourself with people who communicate positively and uplift you.
Avoid negative influences like "negative Nancys" who drain your confidence and motivation.
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From communication expert Jefferson Fisher, this book provides immediately actionable strategies and phrases to transform your life and relationships by improving your communication. Fisher, a trial lawyer and leading voice on real-world communication, offers a tried-and-true three-part communication system (Say it with control, Say it with confidence, Say it to connect) that can be applied to any situation. The book teaches how to assert yourself, set boundaries, frame conversations, and overcome conflict with connection, ensuring that your every word has a positive impact on your relationships.
Who you're around shapes how you speak. In this episode, I walk you through a personal communication audit—looking at who’s influencing your voice, what words no longer serve you, and how to raise your standard by surrounding yourself with people who lift you up. This is about breaking old patterns, speaking with purpose, and setting the tone for how you show up in the world.
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