Um, So, Mastering the Art of Conversational Clarity, Right?

Welcome back to another insightful episode of "They Don't Teach This in Business School" with your host, Julie Bee!   In this week's installment, Julie delves into a crucial aspect of effective communication: reducing filler words. While many communication techniques are designed for one-way interactions like speeches or podcasts, Julie offers practical advice for improving everyday conversations. Instead of solely focusing on eliminating filler words, Julie suggests practicing what to say during pauses.   She emphasizes the power of active listening—when you pause, be ready to connect the speaker's words seamlessly back to the core of your discussion. This technique not only enhances your conversational clarity but also fosters more meaningful and engaging interactions.   Tune in as Julie shares her expertise on transforming your conversations from cluttered to concise, and join us in the journey towards more effective communication! Have weekly leadership tips and insights delivered straight to your inbox – sign up here.   If you’d like to connect with Julie, she’s available on the Web and on most social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.   Julie has spoken to countless organizations for 13+ years on topics including leadership, management, employee engagement and morale, workplace culture, small business ownership, and entrepreneurship. If you an engaging, relatable, and inspiring speaker for your next event, book Julie to speak to your group.   Production services for They Don’t Teach This in Business School are provided by Downtown Podcasting. To start a conversation on how you can have a podcast, simply send an email to info@downtownpodcasting.com.