In this conversation, we're walking you through what compels a person to make a purchase. Ryan recently helped our daughter buy a car, so he shares exactly why he chose the salesperson and car he did. Listen in to learn what to do if you want to make more sales! For exclusive extras, LIVE chats with Ryan and Carrie, and communication resources you won't find anywhere else, join the Speaking Society! Your first month of membership is FREE. Connect with us: Facebook: Speaking with Ryan & Carrie Sharpe Website: www.ryancarriesharpe.com

In this conversation, we explain why saying thank you is necessary and the consequences of not saying it. You may think you've heard this all before and don't need to listen, but trust us: You need to listen. Thank you. For exclusive extras, LIVE chats with Ryan and Carrie, and communication resources you won't find anywhere else, join the Speaking Society! Your first month of membership is FREE. Connect with us: Facebook: Speaking with Ryan & Carrie Sharpe Website: www.ryancarriesharpe.com

In this conversation, we discuss the EF-3 tornado that recently rocked our small Gaylord community and how that brought about the best in communication. We are #GaylordStrong. For exclusive extras, LIVE chats with Ryan and Carrie, and communication resources you won't find anywhere else, join the Speaking Society! Your first month of membership is FREE. Connect with us: Facebook: Speaking with Ryan & Carrie Sharpe Website: www.ryancarriesharpe.com

In this conversation, we tell how to make a good first impression. Dresses factor in, and so does a grocery store greeter. When you listen, you'll see how that all makes perfect sense. For exclusive extras, LIVE chats with Ryan and Carrie, and communication resources you won't find anywhere else, join the Speaking Society! Your first month of membership is FREE. Connect with us: Facebook: Speaking with Ryan & Carrie Sharpe Website: www.ryancarriesharpe.com

In this conversation, we walk through Ryan's workflow for making a sale. Selling is simple when you follow the steps we describe. This conversation is part of a sales training that was previously featured in the Speaking Society. For exclusive extras, LIVE chats with Ryan and Carrie, and communication resources you won't find anywhere else, join the Speaking Society! Your first month of membership is FREE. Connect with us: Facebook: Speaking with Ryan & Carrie Sharpe Website: www.ryancarriesharpe.com

In this conversation, we talk about the bunny mentality as it relates to public speaking and networking. Based on observations from our yard, you'll learn how being the bunny can take you to all new heights of confidence. For exclusive extras, LIVE chats with Ryan and Carrie, and communication resources you won't find anywhere else, join the Speaking Society! Your first month of membership is FREE. Connect with us: Facebook: Speaking with Ryan & Carrie Sharpe Website: www.ryancarriesharpe.com

In this conversation, we discuss the limitations of communicating via Snapchat and other written messages. We encourage listeners to know when to text and when to have a verbal or face-to-face conversation instead. For exclusive extras, LIVE chats with Ryan and Carrie, and communication resources you won't find anywhere else, join the Speaking Society! Your first month of membership is FREE. Connect with us: Facebook: Speaking with Ryan & Carrie Sharpe Website: www.ryancarriesharpe.com

In this conversation, we share how urethras tripped up two Sharpes in the same weekend. Believe it or not, hearing this story and knowing this information will vastly improve your communication skills! For exclusive extras, LIVE chats with Ryan and Carrie, and communication resources you won't find anywhere else, join the Speaking Society! Your first month of membership is FREE. Connect with us: Facebook: Speaking with Ryan & Carrie Sharpe Website: www.ryancarriesharpe.com

In this conversation, we recount what went wrong with a date we witnessed at a restaurant. Listen in to hear about this cringe-worthy encounter and to learn what a good first date conversation should sound like. For exclusive extras, LIVE chats with Ryan and Carrie, and communication resources you won't find anywhere else, join the Speaking Society! Your first month of membership is FREE. Connect with us: Facebook: Speaking with Ryan & Carrie Sharpe Website: www.ryancarriesharpe.com

In this conversation, we describe mistakes we've seen in recent messaging. We mention specific examples from current political candidates, and we explain Carrie's eyebrow test that determines whether a message has gone awry. We mentioned the following during our conversation: Elissa Slotkin "braving the cold" Elissa Slotkin in her unmasked selfie Stacey Abrams surrounded by masked children For exclusive extras, LIVE chats with Ryan and Carrie, and communication resources you won't find anywhere else, join the Speaking Society! Your first month of membership is FREE. Connect with us: Facebook: Speaking with Ryan & Carrie Sharpe Website: www.ryancarriesharpe.com

In this conversation, we discuss the current vibe of vitriol online and encourage listeners to be intelligent and kind (or, in the alternative, to just shut up). For exclusive extras, LIVE chats with Ryan and Carrie, and communication resources you won't find anywhere else, join the Speaking Society! Your first month of membership is FREE. Connect with us: Facebook: Speaking with Ryan & Carrie Sharpe Website: www.ryancarriesharpe.com

In this conversation, Maguire Sharpe explains how understanding yourself, understanding others, and knowing your audience are all vital components of effective communication. Maguire is our eldest son, so we take full credit for the wealth of information he shares in this episode (haha). Maguire Sharpe is a daily content creator for his accounts on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitch. He prides himself on his incredibly diverse and tight-knit online community. Maguire is also a student at Lake Superior State University where he studies business and marketing, and is a hockey player. Connect with Maguire: TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMd1vvSt7/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maguire_sharpe Twitch: https://m.twitch.tv/maguiresharpe/profile LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maguire-sharpe/ For exclusive extras, LIVE chats with Ryan and Carrie, and communication resources you won't find anywhere else, join the Speaking Society! Your first month of membership is FREE. Connect with us: Facebook: Speaking with Ryan & Carrie Sharpe Website: www.ryancarriesharpe.com

In this conversation, Madison Sharpe explains why effective communication skills are vital to success in a professional setting. Madison is our eldest daughter, so we take full credit for the tremendous insight she shares in this discussion (haha). Madison Sharpe is a recent graduate of the Great Lakes Culinary Institute and was accepted into the prestigious Disney Culinary Program. Madison spent last year working and living on Mackinac Island, Michigan, where she was the garde manger lead for Chianti, a fine dining restaurant at Mission Point Resort. Madison is currently working as the lead pastry cook at Congress Hall in Cape May, New Jersey.  Connect with Madison: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/madison-sharpe Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefmadisonsharpe For exclusive extras, LIVE chats with Ryan and Carrie, and communication resources you won't find anywhere else, join the Speaking Society! Your first month of membership is FREE. Connect with us: Facebook: Speaking with Ryan & Carrie Sharpe Website: www.ryancarriesharpe.com

In this conversation, Chris DenHerder shares why it's important to communicate in an authentic way. He talks about keeping the humanity and emotion in communication, even in professional settings, to develop connections. Chris DenHerder is the Business Development Lead at E3M Solutions where he oversee the sales and business development as well as the people development. He ensures the organization is leading the industry with communication while their innovative solutions are making a positive human impact. Passionate about sustainability, Chris shares the organizations story helping to make business more financially sustainable and environmentally responsible. His background in communication and sales has developed into an organization shift where he leads not only the outbound communication but also the internal communication within the organization as well. Their employee first focus has turned them into one of the fastest growing firms in Michigan, where they hope to continue to push sustainability across the state. When he’s not with his professional team, Chris is with his own Fab Four team adventuring with his wife, Amy, and two kids, Baize and Norrona. They are regularly exploring the Mitten State on foot or on bike any chance they get. Connect with Chris: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-denherder-a67bab117 Website: https://www.e3msolutions.com/ For exclusive extras, LIVE chats with Ryan and Carrie, and communication resources you won't find anywhere else, join the Speaking Society! Your first month of membership is FREE. Connect with us: Facebook: Speaking with Ryan & Carrie Sharpe Website: www.ryancarriesharpe.com

In this conversation, Dr. Jennie Sweet-Cushman continues our Communication Foundations Series with insight into building rapport, political knowledge, and community. Late-night burger runs and RBG may or may not be mentioned, too. Jennie Sweet-Cushman, Ph.D., received her doctorate in political science from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan (2014) and has taught political science and public policy at Chatham University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania since 2013, where she also served as assistant director of the Pennsylvania Center for Women and Politics (2013-2019). A former congressional campaign manager for former Rep. Bart Stupak (D-Michigan), her research focuses on women's political ambition and representation in the U.S., as well as gender equity in academia. Her work has recently been published in such academic outlets as Political Behavior, PS: Political Science & Politics, and the Journal of Academic Ethics and she is currently working on a book-length project on the impact of role models on political behavior and attitudes in the United States. Her media appearances include Politico, The New York Times, Ms. Magazine, USA Today, as well as regular contributions to state and local print, radio, and television media. Connect with Jennie: Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/jenniesweetcush Website: https://www.jenniesweet-cushman.com For exclusive extras, LIVE chats with Ryan and Carrie, and communication resources you won't find anywhere else, join the Speaking Society! Your first month of membership is FREE. Connect with us: Facebook: Speaking with Ryan & Carrie Sharpe Website: www.ryancarriesharpe.com

In this conversation, we continue our Communication Foundation Series with Matthew Murawski, who shares how our backgrounds and upbringings shape the way we communicate in marriage, in business, and with friends and family. Matthew Murawski is a financial planner at Goodstein Wealth Management and in his role, he helps manage the firm’s 401(k) clients, as well as his individual clients. He makes sure that they are positioned for future growth by providing individualized recommendations and strategies. He has been in the financial services industry for 9 years and before that worked in the small cap venture capital space. Matthew has always had a fascination with finances ever since he was a kid and in his role at the firm, he has built his own book of business and enjoys working hard for his clients to help them succeed. He is responsible for their success and doesn’t take that responsibility lightly. He wakes up every day with a new curiosity and is always looking to implement new strategies for his clients. He enjoys the relationships of trust and guidance he has built with them. Outside of the office, Matthew enjoys spending time with his wife and baby daughter and is embracing the adventure of being a new dad. He also enjoys snowboarding, rowing, and running and is never one to turn down an athletic challenge. He is also involved with the Youth Business Alliance and helps mentor high school students and teach them about the economy and business. Learn more at www.goodsteinwm.com. Matthew provides pro bono college planning for clients and there is never a fee to have a conversation regarding retirement planning. Connect with Matthew Murawski:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoodsteinWealthManagement Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/murawski.mj/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-murawski-92444366/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MatthewMuraws16 For exclusive extras, LIVE chats with Ryan and Carrie, and communication resources you won't find anywhere else, join the Speaking Society! Your first month of membership is FREE. Connect with us: Facebook: Speaking with Ryan & Carrie Sharpe Website: www.ryancarriesharpe.com

In this conversation, we kick off our Communication Foundation Series with Shelly Longenecker, who teaches us that the basis of effective communication is making it all about the other person. Shelly Longenecker is a wife, mother of 4, author, and founder of Dinner for a Dollar. When her son was diagnosed 10 years ago with several food allergies, she felt completely overwhelmed, believing the myth that she had to spend a fortune on food and all day in the kitchen to feed her family safe, whole foods. She couldn't find anything on the market that taught her how to eat a frugal, simple, allergy-friendly whole food, veggie-forward diet, so she created her own system that ticked all these boxes and turned it into a book to share with you. Shelly is the founder and author of Dinner for a Dollar where she explains how she feeds her family a simple, allergy-friendly, whole food diet with loads of fruits and veggies for $1 per person per meal...and how to do it in about 15 minutes, Monday-Friday. Dinner for a Dollar isn't just a book, it's a whole system, complete with detailed action points to follow along so you can start saving time and money on food right away. To find out more, visit DinnerforaDollar.co and be sure to follow her at facebook.com/dinnerforadollar. For exclusive extras, LIVE chats with Ryan and Carrie, and communication resources you won't find anywhere else, join the Speaking Society! Your first month of membership is FREE. Connect with us: Facebook: Speaking with Ryan & Carrie Sharpe Website: www.ryancarriesharpe.com

In this conversation, we recount painting projects that led to communication derailment. You'll discover ways to overcome communication issues in the midst of challenges, struggles, and seemingly harmless activities like painting. For exclusive extras, LIVE chats with Ryan and Carrie, and communication resources you won't find anywhere else, join the Speaking Society! Your first month of membership is FREE. Connect with us: Facebook: Speaking with Ryan & Carrie Sharpe Website: www.ryancarriesharpe.com

In this conversation, we celebrate Star Wars Day by applying quotes from the movie characters to real-life situations. You'll hear both hilarious and serious lessons, so listen in and celebrate Star Wars Day with us any day. May the 4th be with you! For exclusive extras, LIVE chats with Ryan and Carrie, and communication resources you won't find anywhere else, join the Speaking Society! Your first month of membership is FREE. Connect with us: Facebook: Speaking with Ryan & Carrie Sharpe Website: www.ryancarriesharpe.com

In this conversation, we explore what's wrong with "full-contact sales" and what you can do to sell in a way that is professional and productive. We talk about why aggressive tactics don't work and why the goal of sales should be to solve the buyer's problem. For exclusive extras, LIVE chats with Ryan and Carrie, and communication resources you won't find anywhere else, join the Speaking Society! Your first month of membership is FREE. Connect with us: Facebook: Speaking with Ryan & Carrie Sharpe Website: www.ryancarriesharpe.com