Aspire with Emma Grede Aspire Insights: How to Speak So People Will Listen (with Communication Expert Jefferson Fisher)
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Jul 1, 2025 
Jefferson Fisher, a trial lawyer turned viral communication coach and New York Times bestselling author, shares powerful insights into effective communication. He discusses the erosion of real dialogue in a social media age and offers simple fixes, such as using open questions and cutting verbal fluff to enhance authority. Fisher reveals techniques like the ‘conversational breath’ to manage anxiety, the importance of silence for thoughtful responses, and reframing difficult conversations. Emma’s candid reflections complement these valuable tools, ensuring your next conversation resonates.
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Mastering First Impressions
- Smile and ask open questions beginning with what, how, when, or where to make a warm first impression.
- Avoid yes/no questions like "Did you have a good time?" as they don't encourage dialogue.
Build Confidence by Doing
- Build confidence by speaking assertively; confidence follows action, not precedes it.
- Eliminate over-apologies, undercutting phrases, and filler words like "just" or "so" to boost your authority.
Use Accountability to Improve
- Practice improved communication by focusing on changing one habit at a time and using accountability partners or AI tools.
- Use reminders from friends or apps to eliminate verbal fluff and improve assertiveness.
