Speaking to Influence

Angelo J. Valletta: Concise Communication, Empathy and Servant Leadership

In this episode, Dr. Laura Sicola interviews Angelo J Valletta, CEO of Ben Franklin Technology Partners, about leadership communication and taking risks. They discuss the

Aundrea Mitchell - Customer Contact Services: Building Trust Through Transparency

In this episode of Speaking to Influence, Dr. Laura Sicola interviews Aundrea Mitchell, president of Customer Contact Services. Aundrea shares her experiences of handling

Dr. Sarah Combs - Univ Area Communi Dev. Corp.: Getting Community Buy-In

Dr. Sarah Combs, CEO of University Area Community Development Corporation, shares her insights on the importance of active listening and recounts a personal experience wh

Misty Davis, CMO Circana: The Power of Authentic Communication

In this episode, Dr. Laura Sicola interviews Misty Davis, the Chief Marketing Officer of Circana. They discuss the importance of authenticity in communication, the value

Liz Ross, Shift Paradigm: The Power of Having a Point of View

In this conversation, Liz Ross, CEO of Shift Paradigm, discusses the importance of transparency within a framework in leadership communication. She shares a personal expe

Kate McQuade - VP Marketing at P360: Effective Team Collaboration and Dynamics

In this episode, Dr. Laura Sicola interviews Kate McQuade, the Vice President of Marketing at P360, a life sciences SaaS company. They discuss the importance of collabora

Reed Phillips - Oaklins DeSilva + Phillips: Mastering the Art of Win-Win Negotiations

Reed Phillips, CEO of Oaklins De Silva and Phillips, shares insights on leadership communication and lessons learned from his career in investment banking. He emphasizes

Richard Blank - CRCC - Building Rapport: Getting to Know Your Team

In this episode, Dr. Laura Sicola interviews Richard Blank, the CEO of Costa Rica's Call Center, about the importance of communication skills and influence in the busines

Ekaterina (Katie) Curry, Millennial Specialty Insurance: Precision, Timing, and Advocacy

In this episode, Dr. Laura Sicola interviews Ekaterina (Katie) Curry, the Managing Director of Millennial Specialty Insurance. They discuss various topics related to comm

How to Clearly State Your Own Value

In this episode, Dr. Laura Sicola discusses the importance of crafting a clear and compelling elevator pitch. She deconstructs several examples of effective elevator pitc

Patrick Lencioni, The Table Group: Unleashing the Six Types of Working Genius

In this episode, Dr. Laura Sicola interviews Patrick Lencioni, author of The Five Dysfunctions of a Team and The Six Types of Working Genius. They discuss the importance

Jeffrey Orlando, Bristol Myers Squibb: Simplifying Messages - The Rule of Three

In this episode, Dr. Laura Sicola interviews Jeff Orlando, the Chief Learning Officer for Bristol Myers Squibb, about leadership communication. They discuss the importanc

Martha Sharkey: Letting Go as a Sign of Strength

Martha Sharkey, founder and CEO of Today Is a Good Day, shares her experience in nonprofit leadership and the mission of her organization to provide support for families

Dr. Laura Sicola: What’s Your Executive Communication IQ?

In this episode, Dr. Laura Sicola discusses the importance of measuring and improving executive presence and leadership communication. She introduces a simple tool that a

STI 208 - Jane Boulware - Author of "Worthy" and retired Microsoft Exec: Worthy

In this episode, Jane Boulware, author of Worthy: From Cornfields to Corner Office of Microsoft, shares her journey from rural Iowa to becoming a top executive at Microso

Jeff Wetzler, Transcend: Curiosity and Reinventing School

In this episode, Dr. Laura Sicola interviews Jeff Wetzler, co-founder and co-CEO of Transcend, a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming education. They discuss

Amy Bernstein, Harvard Business Review: Motivate, Don't Micromanage

In this compelling episode, Amy Bernstein, esteemed editor at Harvard Business Review, delves into the nuances of leadership communication and the transformative power of

Dr. Robert Cavagnol, St. Luke's Hospital: Listening, Advocating, and Admitting Mistakes

In this episode, Dr. Robert Cavagnol, President of St. Luke's Clinic, shares insights on communication and leadership. He emphasizes the importance of listening and empat

Marian Baldini - Kencrest: Leading a 90-Day Miracle

In this episode, Dr. Laura Sicola interviews Marian Baldini, the CEO and president of Kencrest, a human services and early learning provider. Marian shares her experience

Jason Scott - 120VC: Winning Teams and Effective Leadership

In this episode of Speaking To Influence, Dr. Laura Sicola engages in a captivating conversation with Jason Scott, CEO of 120VC, unraveling the core elements of winning t