Rob Razzante, a public speaking coach and communications expert, shares his insights on overcoming communication anxiety. He discusses strategic techniques to conquer anxiety, emphasizing the importance of mindfulness and audience focus. The conversation delves into breaking mental barriers by adopting a growth mindset and the role of practice in building confidence. Razzante also offers tips on effective negotiation skills and how to navigate difficult conversations, including asking for a raise with confidence.
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Rob's Middle Child Experience
Rob Razzante shares his experience as a middle child who often mediated conversations and struggled to find his voice.
This personal history naturally led him to a career in communication coaching and academia.
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Identify and Replace Anxiety Habits
Recognize your anxiety triggers and physical responses like nail biting or racing heart.
Replace these habits with calming practices, and practice regularly to improve.
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Use Breath and Body to Calm
Combat anxiety-induced adrenaline buildup with deep breathing and physical tension release exercises.
Use body scans and muscle clenching to burn off adrenaline and regain calmness.
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In 'Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind', Shunryu Suzuki explores the core principles of Zen Buddhism, focusing on the concept of 'shoshin' or 'beginner’s mind'. This mind is empty, free of the habits of the expert, and open to all possibilities. The book discusses various aspects of Zen practice, including zazen (sitting meditation), breathing techniques, and the importance of maintaining a non-dualistic and compassionate mindset. Suzuki uses simple language and everyday examples to illustrate how to apply Zen principles in daily life, emphasizing the need to approach each experience with freshness and openness, rather than preconceptions or a sense of achievement.
Smart, Not Loud
How to Get Noticed at Work for All the Right Reasons
Jessica Chen
In 'Smart, Not Loud', Jessica Chen offers strategies for individuals raised in Quiet Cultures to effectively communicate and stand out in a Loud Culture workplace. The book provides actionable tips on speaking up in meetings, advocating for oneself, building strategic relationships, and mastering communication skills. Chen draws from her experiences as a TV news journalist and her work with Fortune 100 companies.
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Do you have communications anxiety? If you want to learn how to overcome your anxiety, this episode is for you! Join Jessica Chen, Founder & CEO of Soulcast Media, as she chats with Public Speaking Coach, Rob Razzante
In this episode, you'll learn:
- how to conquer work anxiety
- strategic communication techniques
- how to reframe mental barriers that prevent you from speaking up
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