Social Skills Mastery

When you're ready to become a bona fide thought leader in your zone of genius, Devin D. Marks will uplevel your public speaking game. DEVIN is the nation's #1 (and world's first) TED-style speaking coach. His firm, CONNECT to COMPEL, has served 100s of short-talk speakers — including Harvard's Dr. Robert Waldinger for his all-time TOP 10 TEDx Talk (50 million views). The result: 100s of millions of views for clients. He helps coaches, authors, and experts spread world-changing ideas. Devin was also the most downloaded episode from this podcast in 2020, and you can find that episode here. Devin's Gift to You - The Message Temple. Use this framework to shape any talk or message. Coupon Code for 100% off "TheMT-25" ** Don't even know where to begin in improving your interpersonal skills? Are you ready to leave social stress behind and go from where you are to where you want to be? Confidence on Cue: a powerful 5-minute audio that resets your mind before any meeting, presentation, or social interaction. Book a Social Strategy Session HERE Have a question that needs an answer. Email me at Hello@SocialConfidencePro.com LinkedIn Instagram TikTok

Neil Gordon is the bestselling author of The Most Powerful Sentence of All Time. He is a former editor of Dutton, now a division of Penguin Random House, where he worked on books by New York Times bestselling authors such as Eckhart Tolle and Sylvia Browne. He has been featured in Forbes, Fortune, Inc., Entrepreneur, NBC, and Fox. In episode #263, Neil reveals the career-defining skill that separates professionals who fade into the background from those who command attention and close deals. You'll discover how to craft your "Silver Bullet"— a deceptively simple elevator pitch that transforms networking from awkward small talk into magnetic conversation. Whether you're at a conference, client dinner, or investor meeting, this one sentence will make people lean in, ask questions, and remember you long after the conversation ends. If you've ever fumbled through "So, what do you do?" or watched someone's eyes glaze over mid-explanation, this episode will change everything. Neil's Social Links: https://www.facebook.com/neilcanhelp https://www.instagram.com/neil.can.help/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/neilcanhelp/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOmpRBS2436uw4pzou9IFFw https://www.tiktok.com/@neilcanhelp Neil's Book page: https://www.amazon.com/Most-Powerful-Sentence-All-Time-ebook/dp/B0DP7M9ZP7 ** Don't even know where to begin in improving your interpersonal skills? Are you ready to leave social stress behind and go from where you are to where you want to be? Confidence on Cue: a powerful 5-minute audio that resets your mind before any meeting, presentation, or social interaction. Book a Social Strategy Session HERE Have a question that needs an answer. Email me at Hello@SocialConfidencePro.com LinkedIn Instagram TikTok

Discover why the traditional belief that "your work should speak for itself" often leads to being overlooked. Learn how reserved professionals can transform quiet competence into visible leadership. Visibility isn't about loud self-promotion; it's a learned language that communicates confidence and readiness. Explore five practical practices for enhancing visibility, including managing thoughts and occupying space. Gain insights into reshaping your professional identity and effective meeting strategies that ensure your contributions stand out.

Feeling drained despite success? Discover how constant self-monitoring and the pressure to manage impressions can exhaust your nervous system. Learn the power of slowing your speech, correcting posture, and allowing silence to create a sense of safety. Over-apologizing and social over-functioning drain energy, so embrace genuine curiosity instead. Small shifts in your environment can spark new energy, while aligning your daily activities with personal values prevents stagnation. Regain your presence and vitality without losing your authentic self!

If your interpersonal skills are the same today as they did a year ago, the problem isn't your personality, your schedule, or your temperament. It's your thoughts. In this episode, we look at the hidden beliefs that keep high-achieving professionals socially stagnant, and why updating your thinking is the only path to true change. ** Don't even know where to begin in improving your interpersonal skills? Are you ready to leave social stress behind and go from where you are to where you want to be? Confidence on Cue: a powerful 5-minute audio that resets your mind before any meeting, presentation, or social interaction. Book a Social Strategy Session HERE Have a question that needs an answer. Email me at Hello@SocialConfidencePro.com LinkedIn Instagram TikTok

In this episode, we take a deep, honest look at the role your social identity plays in your success, especially in the rooms where influence, opportunity, and visibility matter most. If you've ever felt like your interpersonal skills lag behind your expertise, or that your social confidence doesn't match your level of accomplishment, this conversation will change how you see yourself. You'll learn why your brain continues recreating the same social experiences year after year, how emotional habits shape your identity, and why high achievers often hold onto outdated versions of themselves without realizing it. More importantly, you'll discover how to gently outgrow the identity that keeps you quiet, hesitant, or self-protective… and step into the version of you who thrives in every room you enter. We'll explore five essential principles for "reengineering" who you are being socially in 2026, from future-self rehearsal to micro-shifts that build confidence naturally. You'll walk away with a deeper understanding of why your next level requires becoming someone new, on purpose. This is your invitation to stop waiting for confidence and start creating it through identity. ** Don't even know where to begin in improving your interpersonal skills? Are you ready to leave social stress behind and go from where you are to where you want to be? Confidence on Cue: a powerful 5-minute audio that resets your mind before any meeting, presentation, or social interaction. Book a Social Strategy Session HERE Have a question that needs an answer. Email me at Hello@SocialConfidencePro.com LinkedIn Instagram TikTok

What if the fastest way to stop dreading social events… is to host one yourself? In this episode, Susan breaks down the counterintuitive truth that hosting a party is one of the most powerful confidence-building tools for socially anxious, introverted, or socially awkward professionals. You'll learn why hosting gives you control, structure, predictability, and emotional safety; the exact ingredients your nervous system has been craving. What You'll Learn Why attending parties feels terrifying, and why it's not your fault How hosting flips the social script and reduces 70% of your anxiety before guests arrive The confidence-boosting psychology behind curating your own guest list How hosting allows introverts to manage their energy without seeming awkward Why small, intentional gatherings are the perfect "social gym" for building new skills The identity shift that happens when you go from "avoider" to "connector" Practical steps to plan your first low-stress, high-confidence gathering If you've spent years avoiding parties, shrinking at invitations, or replaying awkward moments on the drive home, this episode will show you a new path. ** Don't even know where to begin in improving your interpersonal skills? Are you ready to leave social stress behind and go from where you are to where you want to be? Confidence on Cue: a powerful 5-minute audio that resets your mind before any meeting, presentation, or social interaction. Book a Social Strategy Session HERE Have a question that needs an answer. Email me at Hello@SocialConfidencePro.com LinkedIn Instagram TikTok

Feeling anxious about holiday parties? This guide dives into the psychology of social dread, offering strategies for navigating events like a pro. Learn to treat parties as professional visibility opportunities, engage with light conversation, and know the rules of drinking to protect your reputation. Discover the power of mental rehearsal to manage your emotions and create a plan. Plus, tips on exiting gracefully and thanking organizers can give your career a boost. Step into the room with confidence and shine!

In episode #256, we unpack the real reason some professionals are welcomed, remembered, and trusted, while others blend into the background. Susan breaks down the non-obvious, leader-level skills today's professionals need to stand out in meetings, networking events, interviews, client dinners, and every room that matters. This episode goes far deeper than "smile more" or "make eye contact." You'll learn the elevated, strategic social-intelligence behaviors that actually impact influence, reputation, and advancement, especially for analytical high-achievers who weren't taught these skills in school. ** Don't even know where to begin in improving your interpersonal skills? Are you ready to leave social stress behind and go from where you are to where you want to be? Confidence on Cue: a powerful 5-minute audio that resets your mind before any meeting, presentation, or social interaction. Schedule your exclusive, private, one-to-one challenge. Book a Social Strategy Session HERE Have a question that needs an answer. Email me at Hello@SocialConfidencePro.com LinkedIn Instagram TikTok

In this episode, Susan breaks down why analytical, detail-oriented professionals stay quiet in meetings, even when they have valuable insights, and how to change that pattern for good. You'll learn why silence feels safer than speaking, the emotional experience behind "freezing," and what really stops highly intelligent people from contributing. Susan reveals the three default responses smart professionals use when speaking up feels uncomfortable: avoiding, self-blaming, and gearing up. Then she teaches a five-step path—designed specifically for deep thinkers—to help you move from silent to strategic in any room. Whether you're in STEM, finance, engineering, biotech, consulting, or any analytical field, this episode will help you build the emotional courage, communication clarity, and self-trust you need to speak confidently, influence outcomes, and finally let your expertise be seen and valued. ** Don't even know where to begin in improving your interpersonal skills? Are you ready to leave social stress behind and go from where you are to where you want to be? Confidence on Cue: a powerful 5-minute audio that resets your mind before any meeting, presentation, or social interaction. Schedule your exclusive, private, one-to-one challenge. Book a Social Strategy Session HERE Have a question that needs an answer. Email me at Hello@SocialConfidencePro.com LinkedIn Instagram TikTok