Step Out of the Shadows and Speak!
19 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 months ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsHow is that that some people seem to know just what to say all the time? Would you like to find out? Or are you surrounded by narcissists, psychopaths, and total d-bags at work and you’re sick of feeling like they ”got you?” Whether you’re just beginning to improve your communication skills, or you’re looking for advanced communication skills training, you’ll learn something new and useful in every episode that will help you find your voice, speak up, stand your ground, and hold your own even when up against the most skilled and powerful communicators.
In this podcast, you’ll learn the secrets master communicators use to always seem to have the right words at the right time. Isn’t it time you stepped out of the shadows and spoke? Brought to you by author, keynote speaker, YouTuber, blogger, and the world’s number one tactical communication skills expert Dan O’Connor.
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Episode 7: The 5 Difficult Conversations Every Professional Will Have and Most Will Avoid--How to Slay Them Using Effective Communication Skills
September 25, 2023 00:00 - 13 minutes - 13 MB5 Essential Strategies for Effective Communication in Difficult ConversationsNavigating challenging dialogues is an inevitable part of a professional journey. And the difference between success and failure? The right preparation. The Undeniable Power of Freestyle Scripts Picture this: a communicator who effortlessly conveys difficult messages. No, it isn't innate talent but honed skills. Enter freestyle scripts. Here's how they work: 1. Delivering Unpleasant News The art is in yo...
Episode 1: The Nine Principles Episode 1: There is No Neutrality in the Universe
May 20, 2023 00:00 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBIn this episode, Dan explores how we might not be aware of how our environment is affecting us, but we had better take a look, because it's time to either take a stand or stand down.
Episode 6: What am I supposed to say?
March 23, 2023 00:00 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MBThis is the audio version of the video lesson
Episode 5: Tools Page
March 23, 2023 00:00 - 10 minutes - 67 MB VideoThis audio explains the tools section and what to do next
Episode 4: Power Phrases to Shut Down Toxic People--Power Phrase 1
February 23, 2023 00:00 - 7 minutes - 5.78 MBIn any effective communication skills training course you attend, you should learn specific phrases. That said, no matter how hard you might try, it can be difficult to handle toxic people and power phrases can be an effective way to shut them down. They help you set boundaries in a respectful way and offer strategies so that both parties can move past a situation with minimal conflict. When dealing with toxic people, power phrases give you the power to remain composed and express ...
Episode 3: How to Leave Toxic Meetings | Power Phrases and More
February 16, 2023 00:00 - 7 minutes - 5.47 MB458 views Feb 16, 2023 #phrasesfordailyuse #communicationtraining #communicationskillstraininghttps://www.danoconnortraining.com/store for all Dan's premium training https://www.danoconnortraining.com/we... for free masterclass How to Leave a Toxic Meeting + Power Phrases for Work Why do you need power phrases for work? Are you stuck in a toxic meeting at work? Do you feel like it's dragging on and on with no end in sight? You'll learn power phrases for the workplace in this prof...
Episode 2: 4 Mindful Responses to Gaslighting
November 07, 2022 00:00 - 11 minutes - 9.19 MBMindful responses to gaslighting. Last chance to get all Dan's training at this price: https://www.danoconnortraining.com/store Latest Video: https://youtu.be/K7GR2gPJ5zY $ - : https://tinyurl.com/300Danoffer ? : https://tinyurl.com/MCReg1 The gaslighter is behaving as though, "I never told you that, Dan. I mean, really." And while they're gaslighting you and trying to throw you onto the bus, they might say things to you such as, "I don't think that's exactly how it. Are you...
Episode 1: 4-step communication tactic to shut down toxic people--Special Holiday Edition
October 27, 2022 21:45 - 28 minutes - 22.8 MB$300 OFF Flash Sale CLICK HERE Today you'll learn to use 4 steps to shut down toxic people and stop them from ruining your holidays, and these communication secrets will change your life. Now is your opportunity to recreate your image and transform your relationship with the whole world into a more respectful, loving one without playing any games, taking any crap, or kissing any ass. What do we need to do to make a big change? What we need are principles, tactics, and tools. That'...
Episode 1: How to develop your professional communication skills fast; a step-by-step guide | Episode 1
March 08, 2022 00:00 - 7 minutes - 5.12 MBIn that moment between event and response, when we recognize something as a situation that can have significant consequences in our professional future. Those are the moments where before we speak, we want to stop and have something to reference in terms of, all right, who am I? Why am I here? What do I want? Because what most people do is when we are in a difficult situation or something, that's an emotionally charged situation. It's stressful for some reason. And stressful situati...
Episode 10: How to Stand Up For Yourself At Work: Shut Down Those Bigmouth Manipulators
May 07, 2021 00:00 - 7 minutes - 5.33 MBhttps://tinyurl.com/standupwithdan for the new course. Looking for help on how to stand up for yourself and shut down difficult people at work? This audio is taken from module 5 of a new upcoming course I have, "How to #standupforyourself at work." #communicationtraining #communicationskills If you have been pushed to the limit at work and you’re almost at your breaking point, the problem is what you’re saying and doing. That’s it. It’s not what everyone else is saying and doing, ...
How to Say No: The Complete and Definitive Guide Audio Only Version
July 27, 2020 00:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBIn this lesson, you'll learn how to say no in a variety of different circumstances--and to a variety of different types of people--with power, tact, and finesse. For the free video and materials that go along with this lesson, go to https://www.Danoconnortraining.com.
How to Stop People from Interrupting You: the 3-Step Anti-Interruptor
July 04, 2020 00:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBDo you have people who constantly interrupt you or talk over you or make you feel insignificant or unimportant? In this lesson You'll learn how to shut down the interruptors in your life using the 3-step anti-interruptor.
How to Get a Big Fat Raise in 3 Power `moves
June 23, 2020 00:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBIn today's lesson, Dan teaches you how to get the biggest raise possible, and maybe even a promotion using three proven, effective tools, which are: The List The Order, and The Questions. For more, check out https://www.danoconnortraining.com
How to get people to take you more seriously: 4 Secrets Revealed + free Download
May 14, 2020 00:00 - 17 minutes - 12.4 MBhttps://tinyurl.com/seriouslydan for the free resources that go along with this lesson. This video is about How to Get People to Take You More Seriously and the 4 secrets revealed both in this video and in the upcoming part 2 to this series. Do you ever wonder why people don't take you more seriously, or as seriously as they seem to take other people? In today's effective communication skills training course video, communication skills expert, author, trainer, and keynote speaker Da...
THE Secret to Responding Instead of Reacting to Difficult People and Stressful Situations
May 05, 2020 00:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBIn today's episode you'll learn the secret to responding rather than reacting to difficult people and stressful situations. Dan O'Connor, the world's top communication skills expert, author, and keynote speaker not only gives you the secret to responding rather than reacting, but you'll also learn how to appear to be cool calm and collected even in the most stressful situations. In addition to this audio, please check out the video and download the free materials that accompany th...
How to Deal with a Narcissist at Work: 4 Secrets for Talking so Your Narcissist Will Listen
March 27, 2020 00:00 - 22 minutes - 15.1 MBGet all Dan's Resources Here: https://www.danoconnortraining.com/all-dans-products/ Infographic/additional tools: https://www.danoconnortraining.com/?p=50879 4 Secrets for Dealing with Narcissists at work and Talking so Your Narcissist Will Listen. Wondering how to deal with a narcissist at work? How can you talk so your narcissist will listen and hear what you're saying? In this effective communication skills training lesson by Communication skills expert Dan O'Connor, you'll learn...
How to Deal With The Critic-Power Phrases and Body Language Tactics
October 08, 2019 00:00 - 7 minutes - 5.32 MBIn this audio lesson, you’ll learn how to deal with “the saboteur.” The saboteur is a type of critic you’ll find both at work and at home. If you’ve been taken off-guard by this critic, listen to this podcast, follow Dan’s advice, and it will never happen again. Are you tired of difficult people getting the best of you, ruining your day, attacking you at work, or making your life miserable? Don’t quit your job–instead, quit letting them get the best of you, and let professional comm...
How to Stop People from Interrupting You
July 28, 2019 01:06 - 15 minutes - 22.2 MBDo people interrupt you a lot at work or at home? With this simple three-step process, you'll be able to stand your ground, and maintain the floor. For more, go to http://www.danoconnortraining.com.
How to Respond To Tragic News
March 17, 2017 14:42 - 1 minute - 2.29 MBQ:What do I say when someone tells me tragic news? A: There are some things all savvy communicators are skilled in. Responding to tragic news is one of those things. In this communication skills training podcast, you'll learn to use the two-step process when tragedy strikes someone you know. The two steps are as follows: 1-Tell them specifically what you'd like to do to help, and 2-Ask them to please allow you do do it for them as a favor to you. Then next time someone tells you...