“Good communication is as stimulating as black coffee, and just as hard to sleep after.” – Anne Morrow Lindbergh
Mastering communication is one of the most important building blocks for reaching your full potential. We are fortunate to have many brilliant communicators in our community and we asked some of them to share their lessons and advice below.
Sparkle
Communication didn’t always come naturally to me. I was raised as an only child, and while I was well-loved and nurtured, I wasn’t often in situations where I had to talk to a lot of people every day. I was quiet. Shy. I stayed in my creative world and mostly kept to myself. But as I got older, I realized how necessary communication really is! Read More>>
Dr Shivi
Earlier, I couldn’t speak properly and I was always scared to perform in front of people I used to hesitate a lot. Studying dentistry changed that for me. I pushed myself to take part in lectures, presentations, and conferences, and slowly I became more confident and clear in my communication. Then in 2018, when I started creating content on Instagram, I trained myself even more. Read More>>
Tom Christopher
Showcase a story—don’t answer questions. I learned how to capture any audience’s attention from the renowned art dealer Molly Barnes. She could light up a room with an enchanting smile and tell a story, connecting dots in the most direct way possible. I also emulated her humor, which she found without forcing it. Read More>>
Sierra Mercer
Now THIS – this is my kind of question. Because whew! My communication skills were quite literally born from necessity, experience, and a real commitment to growth. I grew up in an environment where children were often expected to be seen and not heard. Opinions weren’t encouraged, emotional expression wasn’t always received well, and having a voice didn’t mean it would be valued. Read More>>
Ivana Tattoo Art
Honestly? I didn’t grow up knowing how to communicate at all. I was raised in a tiny village in Slovakia during communism, and in my house, we didn’t talk about feelings, dreams, or anything personal. There was no emotional language. No guidance. No “how are you doing?” Nothing. So for most of my life, people didn’t understand me, and I didn’t understand them. Read More>>
Jana Bunge
I’ve learned over the years the importance of effective communication! The art of listening, paying close attention to nonverbal cues, body language and tone. Being mindful of my tone of voice and how my message is being received! I believe it’s imperative in work and in life in general -to develop meaningful relationships require effective communication. Read More>>
