303: The “Yes, And” Technique: Your New Favourite Communication Skill!
Have you ever noticed how quickly a great idea can get shut down in a meeting? Often it happens with just two tiny words: “no, but.” In this episode of Stand Out Get Noticed, I share a powerful communication technique called “Yes, And”. Originally used in improvisational theatre, this technique teaches performers to accept their […]
Feeling Overwhelmed at Work? How to Regulate Your Nervous System and Prevent Burnout with Sonya Stattmann [Episode 302]
Feeling constantly overwhelmed, anxious or mentally drained at work? You’re not alone — and it might not just be stress. I am excited to share this conversation I had with Business & Wellness Coach Sonya Stattmann to explore the science of nervous system regulation and how it affects your performance, communication and leadership. Sonya explains […]
On Becoming A Badass [Episode 301]
What does it take to achieve a huge, scary goal? You’ve gotta become a total badass! After a 2.5 year hiatus, I am bringing back Stand Out Get Noticed and I am SO excited! In this episode, I share how insanely challenging it was to build The StudioPod, our one-of-a-kind mobile podcast recording studio, and […]
Christina’s Updates on Business, Brand…and Babies [Episode 300]
Can you believe we’ve hit 300 episodes of Stand Out Get Noticed?! It’s taken over 8 years, but we got there eventually. The show launched in March 2015, and I consistently published an episode a week until I went on maternity leave in October 2020. I then took a 2 year break, and after relaunching […]
Leaderlike vs Ladylike: What Does This Look Like For Women At Work? [Episode 299]
Do you find it challenging to stand out and be heard in a male dominated work environment? If so, you’re not alone – and no, there’s nothing “wrong” with you. Unbeknownst to many women in the workplace, there are a number of hidden environmental and cultural factors that hold them back from accelerating in their careers compared with their male counterparts. In this episode of Stand Out Get Noticed, I am thrilled to be chatting with author, speaker and trainer Anneli Blundell. Known as the People Whisperer, Anneli is on a mission to humanise the leadership landscape and change the way we see each other. In this conversation, we explore the challenges facing women in the workplace, specifically when it comes to communication and leadership styles. You’ll learn what the barriers are, why they exist, and how to navigate them.
Show notes are at www.thecmethod.com/299. This has been Episode 299 of the Stand Out Get Noticed Podcast with Christina Canters.
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I help ambitious professionals and teams achieve more confidence, influence and impact in the workplace through developing powerful public speaking and communication skills.
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Want personalised training to take your or your team’s communication and leadership to the next level? Click below to learn more about each training program:
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>> 1:1 Coaching: https://thecmethod.com/coaching
The Journal Writing Framework You Need For Transformational Growth & Self Compassion [Episode 298]
Developing self awareness, intuition and problem solving skills are key to your success as a leader. And learning how to journal effectively is a powerful way to build these traits. This week on the podcast, I am thrilled for you to meet Ingrid Jones, who is a journal writing facilitator and a life coach. She helps people, from individuals, groups and organisations to look after their wellbeing and navigate life’s ups and downs with a guided journal writing framework.
Ingrid believes that we all have the answers within us and with her step-by-step journal process called Diving For Pearls, she enables people to create pockets of time to self-reflect in a transformative way.
Our goal is for you is to walk away feeling inspired to use journaling as a tool for powerful self reflection, which could very well lead to some kick arse problem solving and radical transformation for you – in a good way! Show notes are at www.thecmethod.com/298. This has been Episode 298 of the Stand Out Get Noticed Podcast with Christina Canters.
ABOUT CHRISTINA:
I help ambitious professionals and teams achieve more confidence, influence and impact in the workplace through developing powerful public speaking and communication skills.
TRAINING PROGRAMS:
Want personalised training to take your or your team’s communication and leadership to the next level? Click below to learn more about each training program:
>> Group workshops: https://thecmethod.com/workshops
>> Speaking & keynotes: https://thecmethod.com/speaking
>> 1:1 Coaching: https://thecmethod.com/coaching
Concise Communication: What to Say and When to Share Details [Episode 297]
Do you share too much detail when you speak? In this episode, learn how to master the art of concise communication. You’ll discover WHY we tend to overshare detail, how to choose your key points, and when it’s actually appropriate to share details. The result? You’ll be more productive, improve your influence, and make a great impression on those who matter! Show notes are at www.thecmethod.com/297. This has been Episode 297 of the Stand Out Get Noticed Podcast with Christina Canters.
***I am now taking applications for the July 2023 Speak Up & Lead group coaching program! Learn more and apply here: https://thecmethod.com/groupcoaching ***
ABOUT CHRISTINA:
I help ambitious professionals and teams achieve more confidence, influence and impact in the workplace through developing powerful public speaking and communication skills.
TRAINING PROGRAMS:
Want personalised training to take your or your team’s communication and leadership to the next level? Click below to learn more about each training program:
>> Group workshops: https://thecmethod.com/workshops
>> Speaking & keynotes: https://thecmethod.com/speaking
>> 1:1 Coaching: https://thecmethod.com/coaching
How To Be A Great Interviewer Part 2: What To Do During An Interview [Episode 296]
How do you keep an interview flowing, the guest comfortable, and the audience engaged? Discover what to do DURING an interview in part 2 of this series on how to be a great interviewer. I share the steps and techniques I’ve learned and used from conducting over 250 interviews, as well as what I teach our government, academic and corporate clients through my other business, Podcast Services Australia (https://podcastservices.com.au/). In this episode, you’ll learn how to help the guest perform at their best, what questions to ask, what questions to AVOID, plus what to do if the conversation goes off track. Shownotes are at www.thecmethod.com/296. This has been Episode 296 of the Stand Out Get Noticed Podcast with Christina Canters.
ABOUT CHRISTINA:
I help ambitious professionals and teams achieve more confidence, influence and impact in the workplace through developing powerful public speaking and communication skills.
TRAINING PROGRAMS:
Want personalised training to take your or your team’s communication and leadership to the next level? Click below to learn more about each training program:
>> Group workshops: https://thecmethod.com/workshops
>> Speaking & keynotes: https://thecmethod.com/speaking
>> 1:1 Coaching: https://thecmethod.com/coaching
How To Be a Great Interviewer Part 1: Before The Interview [Episode 295]
Conducting interviews, whether on a podcast or a panel or webinar, is a great skill to add to your communication toolkit. In this 2 part series, I share the steps and techniques I’ve learned and used from conducting over 250 interviews, as well as what I teach our government, academic and corporate clients through my other business, Podcast Services Australia (https://podcastservices.com.au/). In this episode, you’ll discover the importance of research and preparation, how to come up with engaging questions, how to best prep your guest, and who the most important person in the interview is. A shout out to podcast listener Emma, who suggested this topic to me. Shownotes are at www.thecmethod.com/295. This has been Episode 295 of the Stand Out Get Noticed Podcast with Christina Canters.
ABOUT CHRISTINA:
I help ambitious professionals and teams achieve more confidence, influence and impact in the workplace through developing powerful public speaking and communication skills.
TRAINING PROGRAMS:
Want personalised training to take your or your team’s communication and leadership to the next level? Click below to learn more about each training program:
>> Group workshops: https://thecmethod.com/workshops
>> Speaking & keynotes: https://thecmethod.com/speaking
>> 1:1 Coaching: https://thecmethod.com/coaching
Fun, Engaging Events: Pro Tips from Professional MC and Host Mike Goldman [Episode 294]
Having fun with your audience is one of the best ways to keep your audience engaged and energised. But how do we inject more fun into our presentations? In this episode, I’m joined by professional MC and host Mike Goldman, who shares his secrets on how to make any event you host a success. With over 20 years in the industry, Mike knows how to get the audience involved, keep the energy high, and make any event a blast. Tune in to learn his tips and take your own speaking opportunities to the next level! **EXPLICIT LANGUAGE WARNING** Show notes are at www.thecmethod.com/294. This has been Episode 294 of the Stand Out Get Noticed Podcast with Christina Canters.
ABOUT CHRISTINA:
I help ambitious professionals and teams achieve more confidence, influence and impact in the workplace through developing powerful public speaking and communication skills.
TRAINING PROGRAMS:
Want personalised training to take your or your team’s communication and leadership to the next level? Click below to learn more about each training program:
>> Group workshops: https://thecmethod.com/workshops
>> Speaking & keynotes: https://thecmethod.com/speaking
>> 1:1 Coaching: https://thecmethod.com/coaching