Some may perceive confidence as being the loudest communicator in the room. In today’s episode, Cathleen continues the topic of direct communication, with a focus on building confidence in your communication style.

In Episode 132 of The Legendary Leaders Podcast, Cathleen talks about the nature of confidence, being self-aware, how to live in alignment, how you can become & remain a confident communicator, and how to stay calm and centred during challenging conversations.

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Episode Timeline:

• [03:35] What is confidence?
• [05:42] Self-awareness.
• [06:31] What are your top 3 strengths at work?
• [07:15] What are your top 3 weaknesses at work?
• [07:31] How have you improved in your career?
• [07:48] When at work, do you feel in control, or do you feel like you are on autopilot?
• [09:39] Living in alignment.
• [13:11] How to become a confident communicator.
• [17:37] Staying calm and centred during challenging conversations.
• [19:39] Tools for managing emotional situations more effectively.
• [23:22] In summary.

Key Takeaways:

• How to know when you are confident.
• How to live in alignment.
• How to become and remain a confident communicator.
• How to stay calm and centred during challenging conversations.

Notable Quotes:

• “Confidence is being so sure in yourself that you don’t have to be the loudest.” – Cathleen O’Sullivan [04:06]
• “Self-awareness is your capacity to understand and focus on you.” – Cathleen O’Sullivan [08:10]
• “Don’t just prepare for what you need to say. Prepare for what you need to hear.” – Cathleen O’Sullivan [14:05]
• “89% of professionals let conflict escalate before addressing it.” – Cathleen O’Sullivan [21:34]

Connect:

Find | Cathleen O’Sullivan

Business: cathleenmerkel.com

Email: cmc@cathleenmerkelcoaching.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/cathleen-merkel-2b0991151

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Twitter: twitter.com/CathleenMerkel7

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