
Talk About Talk - Communication Skills Training
Dr. Andrea Wojnicki is a Harvard-educated executive communication coach whose research focuses on interpersonal communication and consumer psychology. Learn the communication mindsets and tactics that will help you accelerate your career trajectory. Based on her research and guest interviews, Andrea will coach you on topics including: • overcoming imposter syndrome and communicating with confidence • developing executive presence and leadership skills • communicating with precision • building your personal brand • how to leverage storytelling • improving your listening skills • how to Introduce yourself and more! Focusing on your COMMUNICATION SKILLS means elevating your confidence, your clarity, your credibility, and ultimately your impact. Subscribe to the Talk About Talk podcast and don’t forget to sign up for the free communication skills newsletter – it’s free communication skills coaching in your email inbox!
Latest episodes

Feb 5, 2024 • 58min
THOUGHT LEADERSHIP & Building Your Brand with Roger Martin (ep.150)
Are you a thought leader? Andrea interviews prolific thought leader Roger Martin, professor emeritus and past Dean of the Rotman School of Management at University of Toronto. Learn the distinction between private and public thought leadership, why you should consider your cadence in publishing, and three objective criteria to use when evaluating your brand promise, […]
The post THOUGHT LEADERSHIP & Building Your Brand with Roger Martin (ep.150) appeared first on Talk About Talk.

Jan 22, 2024 • 19min
Is it OK to Swear at Work? (ep.149)
Is it ok to swear at work? Do you use profanity at work? Dr. Andrea Wojnicki shares the myths about profanity and highlights what the research says about the pros and cons of swearing at work. CONNECT WITH ANDREA & TALK ABOUT TALK LinkedIn: Andrea – https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreawojnicki/ Talk about Talk – https://www.linkedin.com/company/talkabouttalk/ Website: TalkAboutTalk.com […]
The post Is it OK to Swear at Work? (ep.149) appeared first on Talk About Talk.

Jan 4, 2024 • 21min
Andrea’s 2024 Goal: Let’s Improve our SELF-AWARENESS (ep.148)
Improve our self-awareness – Based on her research and coaching experiences, Andrea announces her personal goal for 2024: improving her self-awareness. Learn the distinction between consciousness, self-consciousness, and self-awareness. Andrea challenges listeners to diagnose their own internal and external self-awareness levels and commit to three specific goals for improvement in 2024, just like she did! […]
The post Andrea’s 2024 Goal: Let’s Improve our SELF-AWARENESS (ep.148) appeared first on Talk About Talk.

Dec 11, 2023 • 29min
Communicating Through Gift-Giving (ep.147)
Gift-giving is a symbolic form of communication. Are you a good gift-giver? Andrea shares research-based tips about what matters and what doesn’t, so you can think about gift-giving more rationally. Here’s a hint: We should worry less about how much money we spend. It’s typically the “low substance, high sentiment” gifts that are appreciated. It […]
The post Communicating Through Gift-Giving (ep.147) appeared first on Talk About Talk.

Nov 27, 2023 • 49min
Resume Best Practices with executive recruiter Sharon Mah-Gin (ep.146)
Let’s upgrade your resume! Executive recruiter Sharon Mah-Gin shares best practices in terms of resume format and content, plus common mistakes people make with their resume. Whether you’re looking for a new job or a board position, having an up-to-date resume that follows best practices can be a big advantage. Link to free RESUME TIP […]
The post Resume Best Practices with executive recruiter Sharon Mah-Gin (ep.146) appeared first on Talk About Talk.

Nov 13, 2023 • 27min
Using AI to Improve Your Communication (ep.145)
Do you use AI to boost your communication effectiveness? Andrea shares her evolving perspective on AI, including whether using AI is “cheating,” practical ways to use AI to improve communication, and offers three “Dos” and three “Do Nots” for effective AI usage. Do you have more to add to the conversation? Let’s talk! Resources Forbes […]
The post Using AI to Improve Your Communication (ep.145) appeared first on Talk About Talk.

Oct 30, 2023 • 19min
Articulating Your Strengths (ep.144)
Learn how to articulate your strengths without sounding arrogant by using three key strategies: 'Three Magic Words,' 'Pivoting,' and 'Own It.' Avoid 'I am humbled' and humble bragging. Instead, express genuine enthusiasm and gratitude. Utilize positive feedback, testimonials, and alternative words to share your accomplishments.

Oct 16, 2023 • 23min
Controlling Your Narrative (ep.143)
Controlling your narrative means purposefully reinforcing your positive and unique traits in a way that communicates your value. When it comes to your personal brand narrative, you can LET it happen or you can MAKE it happen. Andrea shares many inspiring examples of real-life success stories, actionable tips, and explores the consequences of neglecting your […]
The post Controlling Your Narrative (ep.143) appeared first on Talk About Talk.

Oct 2, 2023 • 51min
Headshots & Photography – Your Online Personal Brand (ep.142)
Is it time to update your headshot? What about other photos of you? Join Andrea in conversation with professional photographer Helen Tansey, as they talk LinkedIn headshots, how to get great photos of yourself, and how to integrate your personal brand into your headshot and other photos. Resources Connect with Helen Tansey – Sundari Photography […]
The post Headshots & Photography – Your Online Personal Brand (ep.142) appeared first on Talk About Talk.

4 snips
Sep 18, 2023 • 29min
GENDER DIFFERENCES in Communication (ep.141)
How do men and women’s communication styles vary? Explore the stereotypes of how men and women communicate, with research as a guide. Consider how much we talk, communication mindsets, our choice of words, vocal patterns, listening skills, non-verbal cues, and confidence. Andrea navigates the nuances, dismantles stereotypes, offers insights into the roots of imposter syndrome, […]
The post GENDER DIFFERENCES in Communication (ep.141) appeared first on Talk About Talk.