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Robert Mattson - HR Tech 2023 - The Four Ingredients of Masterful Communication

HR Data Labs podcast

English - December 19, 2023 12:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MB - ★★★★★ - 12 ratings
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Summary:

Robert Mattson is a Principal at INTRIGUE Communications and Coaching, a marketing and messaging consultancy based on the idea that stories connect people to each other, their interests, and brands. In this episode, Robert talks about how you can communicate by telling stories that will resonate with your audience. 


Chapters:

[0:00 - 9:18] Introduction

Welcome, Robert!Today’s Topic: The Four Ingredients of Masterful Communication

[9:19 - 17:51] What is the key to effective communication?

Start with the audience’s motivations and (if present) the elephant in the roomThe optimal time and place to have a meetingWhy you should over-communicate the context of a conversation

[17:52 - 25:59] How does expectation-setting set the framework for conversations?

How setting expectations can help you avoid bad reactions to good newsHave a plan for any conflict that might arise from the conversation

[26:00 - 32:04] How do you tell someone that they should improve their emotional communication skills?

Look at the existing challenges in your communication and assume it’s not a “them” problemBe curious and non-judgmental

[32:05 - 33:09] Closing

Thanks for listening!


Quotes:

“One thing people tend to be bad at is setting painfully clear expectations.”

“Look at the challenges you have in your communication . . . and always take responsibility that there’s something you can do to improve the situation.”

Resources:
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