96. Why Communication Frameworks Matter Under Pressure
Have you ever found yourself in a high-pressure conversation, knowing exactly what you wanted to say but struggling to find the words? In this episode, Shola explains why this happens and why communic...
15 Jul 6min
95. Why Talking About Yourself Too Much Pushes People Away, and 5 Ways to Stop
Have you ever shared a story and noticed halfway through that the person listening had already gone somewhere else? Most of us would never place ourselves in the category of people who dominate conver...
8 Jul 9min
94. Why Being an Introvert Has Never Stopped Me, and Why It Shouldn't Stop You
Did you know that Shola is an introvert who spent over 10 years as a professional singer and now speaks in front of audiences of up to 3,000 people? In this episode, she challenges some of the assumpt...
1 Jul 6min
93. Why "Tell Me About Yourself" Trips People Up, and How to Answer It Well
Have you ever walked into an interview feeling reasonably prepared, and then the very first question throws you completely? "Tell me about yourself" sounds simple. But without preparation, it's easy t...
24 Jun 6min
92. The Communication Habit That Nearly Cost Me Two Jobs
Have you ever done something at work that felt helpful at the time, only to find out later it was working against you? Shola shares two stories from early in her career, one as a note-taker who avoide...
17 Jun 8min
91. 3 Things to Consider Before You Speak Up in High-Stakes Moments
Have you ever been in a meeting where something questionable gets said, and you spend the next few minutes debating with yourself whether to say anything at all? Most people treat speaking up as a con...
10 Jun 7min
90. 3 Ways to Be More Persuasive Without Pushing Harder
Have you ever tried really hard to persuade someone, only to feel them pulling further and further away the more you pushed? In this episode, Shola shares three practical ways to become more persuasiv...
3 Jun 10min
