Communicast: A Communication Skills Podcast

From interviewing celebrities on the red carpet and working for top entertainment news outlets such as Entertainment Tonight and US Weekly magazine, to founding a PR and media company that amplifies the voices of emerging thought-leaders, Kayley Hamilton knows a thing or two about effective communication. This 2X Emmy award winning producer and reporter shares her expertise around listening, awareness, and why intention is so important in communication.  I hope you enjoy.Additional Resources:► Follow Communispond on LinkedIn for more communication skills tips: https://www.linkedin.com/company/communispond► Connect with Scott D'Amico on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottdamico/► Connect with Kayley Hamilton on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/kayleyhamilton/► Subscribe to the podcast: https://communicast.simplecast.com/► Learn more about Communispond: https://www.communispond.com ► Download the ProSpeak® app. Providing users with instant feedback on presentation and communication skills. - Apple: https://apple.co/3jTJbqe

Are we in a trust recession? Are you viewed simply as an “Answer ATM”? And why do we feel the need to use so many qualifiers before giving someone an honest answer?  Listen to my conversation with organizational and leadership development expert, Ron Carucci, to get the answers.  In addition to being the Managing Partner for organizational and leadership development consulting firm, Navalent, Ron is also a contributor to Harvard Business Review and Forbes, a 2-time TEDx speaker, and author of To Be Honest: Lead with the Power of Truth, Justice and Purpose.  This episode is bursting with actionable tips and strategies to help you not only become a better communicator, but better overall leader.  I hope you enjoy. Additional Resources:► Follow Communispond on LinkedIn for more communication skills tips: https://www.linkedin.com/company/communispond► Connect with Scott D'Amico on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottdamico/► Connect with Ron Carucci on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roncarucci/► Learn more about Ron’s book and view Episodes of Moments of Truth: https://www.tobehonest.net► Check out Navalent at https://www.navalent.com► Subscribe to the podcast: https://communicast.simplecast.com/► Learn more about Communispond: https://www.communispond.com ► Download the ProSpeak® app. Providing users with instant feedback on presentation and communication skills. - Apple: https://apple.co/3jTJbqe

In this episode, I am talking with the CEO and Co-founder of OnLoop, Projjal Ghatak, who envisions a world where work is designed to make people better (while getting things done).  Check out the episode to hear Projjal discuss the importance of expression and influence in communication. We also chat about how to prepare so that you can easily adapt to your audience and how the world of virtual work has changed how leaders need to lead.  I hope you enjoy. Additional Resources:► Follow Communispond on LinkedIn for more communication skills tips: https://www.linkedin.com/company/communispond► Connect with Scott D'Amico on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottdamico/► Connect with Projjal Ghatak on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pgonloop/► Learn more about Communispond: https://www.communispond.com ► Subscribe to the podcast: https://communicast.simplecast.com/► Download the ProSpeak® app. Providing users with instant feedback on presentation and communication skills. - Apple: https://apple.co/3jTJbqe

In this episode, I am talking with Ella Wright, who is the Founder of Start The Conversation, where she teaches leaders and teams how to solve problems better through strategic 1 to 1 coaching. Check out the episode to hear Ella discuss why it’s important for companies to have a common language, how to develop your personal “user’s manual”, and why you should always ask your question. I hope you enjoy. Additional Resources:► Follow Communispond on LinkedIn for more communication skills tips: https://www.linkedin.com/company/communispond► Connect with Scott D'Amico on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottdamico/► Connect with Ella Wright on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellawright801/► Subscribe to the podcast: https://communicast.simplecast.com/► Learn more about Communispond: https://www.communispond.com ► Download the ProSpeak® app. Providing users with instant feedback on presentation and communication skills. - Apple: https://apple.co/3jTJbqe

In this episode, I am talking with Ben Higgins. Ben has had such an amazing journey: Working in Fin-Tech. Star of hit reality TV show "The Bachelor". Podcast Host. Investor. And now co-founder of Generous Coffee Company which invests 100% of its profits from coffee and apparel into life-changing partner organizations that create jobs, feed children, improve education, and empower communities to eliminate poverty.Check out the episode to hear Ben’s take on what he looks for when hiring people, why listening is so important, and how being an only child shaped his communication skills.  I hope you enjoy. Additional Resources:► Follow Communispond on LinkedIn for more communication skills tips: https://www.linkedin.com/company/communispond► Connect with Scott D'Amico on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottdamico/► Connect with Ben Higgins on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thebenhiggins/► Subscribe to the podcast: https://communicast.simplecast.com/► Learn more about Communispond: https://www.communispond.com ► Download the ProSpeak® app. Providing users with instant feedback on presentation and communication skills.- Apple: https://apple.co/3jTJbqe

In this episode, I am talking with Marlene Chism. Marlene helps C-suite leaders build drama free cultures that drive growth and reduce costly mistakes.  Check out the episode to hear Marlene’s take on why almost every costly mistake in an organization can be traced back to a conversation that didn’t happen. We also talk about the inner and outer game of communication and why writing is so important in business today.  I hope you enjoy. Additional Resources:► Follow Communispond on LinkedIn for more communication skills tips: https://www.linkedin.com/company/communispond► Connect with Scott D'Amico on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottdamico/► Connect with Marlene Chism on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marlenechism► Subscribe to the podcast: https://communicast.simplecast.com/► Learn more about Communispond: https://www.communispond.com ► Download the ProSpeak® app. Providing users with instant feedback on presentation and communication skills.- Apple: https://apple.co/3jTJbqe

In this episode, I am talking with Liz Kislik. Liz is a frequent contributor to the Harvard Business Review and Forbes. Through her work as a management consultant and executive coach, she helps organizations and individuals reach the next level of growth and success.  Check out the episode to learn strategies that will help you improve your self-awareness, hone your listening skills, and develop a common language at your organization.  I hope you enjoy.  Additional Resources:► Follow Communispond on LinkedIn for more communication skills tips: https://www.linkedin.com/company/communispond► Connect with Scott D'Amico on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottdamico/► Connect with Liz Kislik on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizkislik/► Subscribe to the podcast: https://communicast.simplecast.com/► Learn more about Communispond: https://www.communispond.com ► Download the ProSpeak® app. Providing users with instant feedback on presentation and communication skills.- Apple: https://apple.co/3jTJbqe

In this episode, I am talking with Chris Hood. Chris is the Head of Business Platform Strategy for Google where his thought leadership and strategic insights on digital and business transformation have fueled countless digital success.  Check out the episode to hear our discussion around the importance of mindset, the benefits of respectfully challenging your clients, and how communication bridges the gap between business and technology.I hope you enjoy. Additional Resources:► Follow Communispond on LinkedIn for more communication skills tips: https://www.linkedin.com/company/communispond► Connect with Scott D'Amico on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottdamico/► Connect with Chris Hood on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrishood► Subscribe to the podcast: https://communicast.simplecast.com/► Learn more about Communispond: https://www.communispond.com ► Download the ProSpeak® app. Providing users with instant feedback on presentation and communication skills.- Apple: https://apple.co/3jTJbqe

In this episode, I am talking with Dr. Tom Tonkin. Dr Tonkin is an award winning researcher and author as well as the co-founder and CEO of the Sales Conservatory.  Check out the episode to hear our discussion around the importance of situational fluency, why context matters, and how idle chitchat can improve your communication skills.  I hope you enjoy. Additional Resources:► Follow Communispond on LinkedIn for more communication skills tips: https://www.linkedin.com/company/communispond► Connect with Scott D'Amico on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottdamico/► Connect with Dr. Tonkin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtomtonkin► Subscribe to the podcast: https://communicast.simplecast.com/► Learn more about Communispond: https://www.communispond.com ► Download the ProSpeak® app. Providing users with instant feedback on presentation and communication skills.- Apple: https://apple.co/3jTJbqe

In this episode, I am talking with Kevin Wilde. Kevin was the Chief Learning Officer for General Mills, currently serves as an Executive Leadership Fellow at the Carlson School of Management at University of Minnesota, and is the author of Coachability: The Leadership Superpower.  Check out the episode to learn how to avoid the 5 faulty assumptions that prevent leaders from remaining coachable, find out how to get into and stay in the learning zone, and hear about Kevin’s experience as a chauffeur for the legendary Jack Welch.  I hope you enjoy. Additional Resources:► Follow Communispond on LinkedIn for more communication skills tips: https://www.linkedin.com/company/communispond► Connect with Scott D'Amico on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottdamico/► Connect with Kevin Wilde on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinwilde►  Find our more about coachability at www.thecoachableleader.com► Learn more about Communispond: https://www.communispond.com ► Subscribe to the podcast: https://communicast.simplecast.com/► Download the ProSpeak® app. Providing users with instant feedback on presentation and communication skills.- Apple: https://apple.co/3jTJbqe