Speaking to Influence

By Dr. Laura Sicola

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When you speak, do you want to inspire others and be recognized as a true leader? Do you want to feel more confident, have greater influence, and get bigger results? This is the show for executives, business owners and leaders who need to command the room, connect with their audience and close the deal. Join host Dr. Laura Sicola, communication and influence expert, as she interviews world-class business and industry leaders, who reveal the importance of strong communication skills in their success and the (sometimes hard) lessons they learned along the way. You’ll gain insights into confident public speaking, conflict management, executive presence, and more! For more information, visit https://www.speakingtoinfluence.com  To book Laura as a guest or speaker email info@vocalimpactproductions.com

Episode Date
Angelo J. Valletta: Concise Communication, Empathy and Servant Leadership
Oct 08, 2024
Aundrea Mitchell - Customer Contact Services: Building Trust Through Transparency
Oct 01, 2024
Dr. Sarah Combs - Univ Area Communi Dev. Corp.: Getting Community Buy-In
Sep 24, 2024
Misty Davis, CMO Circana: The Power of Authentic Communication
Sep 17, 2024
Liz Ross, Shift Paradigm: The Power of Having a Point of View
Sep 10, 2024
Kate McQuade - VP Marketing at P360: Effective Team Collaboration and Dynamics
Sep 03, 2024
Reed Phillips - Oaklins DeSilva + Phillips: Mastering the Art of Win-Win Negotiations
Jul 09, 2024
Richard Blank - CRCC - Building Rapport: Getting to Know Your Team
Jul 02, 2024
Ekaterina (Katie) Curry, Millennial Specialty Insurance: Precision, Timing, and Advocacy
Jun 25, 2024
How to Clearly State Your Own Value
Jun 18, 2024
Patrick Lencioni, The Table Group: Unleashing the Six Types of Working Genius
Jun 11, 2024
Jeffrey Orlando, Bristol Myers Squibb: Simplifying Messages - The Rule of Three
Jun 04, 2024
Martha Sharkey: Letting Go as a Sign of Strength
May 28, 2024
Dr. Laura Sicola: What’s Your Executive Communication IQ?
May 21, 2024
STI 208 - Jane Boulware - Author of "Worthy" and retired Microsoft Exec: Worthy
May 14, 2024
Jeff Wetzler, Transcend: Curiosity and Reinventing School
May 07, 2024
Amy Bernstein, Harvard Business Review: Motivate, Don't Micromanage
Apr 30, 2024
Dr. Robert Cavagnol, St. Luke's Hospital: Listening, Advocating, and Admitting Mistakes
Apr 23, 2024
Marian Baldini - Kencrest: Leading a 90-Day Miracle
Apr 16, 2024
Jason Scott - 120VC: Winning Teams and Effective Leadership
Apr 09, 2024
Eric Watkins - Abstrakt Marketing: Effective Communication
Apr 02, 2024
Ian Wendt of Jaguar Health: Being Coachable
Mar 26, 2024
What Podcasting Taught Me about Leadership, Communication and Influence
Mar 19, 2024
Ashley Sardjoe: Presence, Risk, and Results: Communication Secrets for the Modern Leader
Mar 12, 2024
Ngozi Okeh - Driving Business Success through Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
Mar 05, 2024
Dan Bradbury: The Three Commandments for Success: Connect, Understand, and Know Your Numbers
Feb 27, 2024
Katie Bussing of Springfield Clinic: Pulse Check - A Tool for Organizational Strategy, Communication to Stakeholders, and Receiving Feedback from Your Team
Feb 20, 2024
Skip Howard of Spacee: Transparency, Triumph, and Taking Risks
Feb 13, 2024
Glenn Hofmann of New York Life Insurance: Busting A.I. Myths
Feb 06, 2024
Luke Billeri of Member’s Choice Credit Union: The Art of Adaptive Communication
Jan 30, 2024
Scott Miller of YESLY Water: Cultivating a ‘We’ Culture
Jan 23, 2024
Vivian Wesson of The Board of Pensions of the Presbyterian Church: The Power of Small Gestures
Jan 16, 2024
Johann Wrede of Emburse: The Power of Experience
Jan 08, 2024
Dr. Laura Sicola: The Big Reveal
Jan 02, 2024
Sneak Peek - What's Even Better than VIP?
Dec 26, 2023
Clate Mask of Keap: When It’s Time to Stop Trying to Persuade
Dec 19, 2023
Dr. Shanil Ebrahim of Deloitte: From Clinical Epidemiologist to Consultant: Navigating Impact, Branding, and Leadership
Dec 12, 2023
Anu Muralidharan of Expensify: A Human ‘Swiss-Army Knife’
Dec 05, 2023
Paul Comfort of Modaxo & Transit Unplugged: Leadership Triumphs in Transportation: Navigating Crisis, Building Respect, and Fostering Passion
Nov 28, 2023
Melissa Schoger of Avery Dennison: "Navigating Mixed Messages: A Finance VP's Journey to Clarity and Collaboration"
Nov 21, 2023
Chantal Capodicasa of TD Bank: Speak Up!
Nov 14, 2023
Charlie Saffro of CS Recruiting: Asking the Right Questions
Nov 07, 2023
Ossa Fisher of Aurora Tech: Listen First
Oct 31, 2023
Erik Ryan of Iron Mountain: The Power of ‘No’
Oct 24, 2023
Mary Ellen Harris of Kreischer Miller: Shifting Paradigms in Corporate Culture Through Respect, Vulnerability, and Integrity
Oct 17, 2023
Laura Liotta of Sam Brown Healthcare and Communications Agency: Unveiling Truths in Healthcare PR: Celebrity Myths, Client Collaboration, and Patient Voices
Oct 10, 2023
Chris Hall of Stacuity: Silencing the Skeptics
Oct 03, 2023
Matt Kraft of Mosaic Learning: Whether Human or AI - It’s All About Connection
Sep 26, 2023
Dr. Richard Santiago from the U.S. Army: Being a Change Agent When the Odds are Against You
Sep 19, 2023
Smitha Murthy of Beagle Security: A Leader Who Lifts Up
Sep 12, 2023
Chris Hood of CH Digital: Lessons Learned from Google Culture
Sep 05, 2023
Nathan Beckord of Founder Suite and Funding Stack: Cracking the Code to Successful Fundraising
Aug 22, 2023
Jacob Baadsgaard of Disruptive Advertising: What Do You Value The Most?
Aug 15, 2023
Dr. Mark Wilkinson, Vocal Expert: Your Voice Matters
Aug 08, 2023
Lisa DiPaolo of Karyopharm Therapeutics: Qualities of a Senior Leader
Aug 01, 2023
Ellen Gallagher Chief Operating Officer, Wilkes University – Matching Your Message: Adapting Your Style for Maximum Influence
Jul 25, 2023
Jennifer Krippner from the Institute for Healthcare Excellence – Transforming Organizational Culture and Building Strong Relationships
Jul 18, 2023
Aïcha Ly from Opensignal – Effectively Communicating Even in Difficult Conversations
Jul 11, 2023
Dr. Bill Auxier, President and CEO of the Center for Rural Health Leadership – Building Effective Leadership
Jun 27, 2023
Chrissy McGarry of Second Front Systems – Leadership and Vulnerability
Jun 20, 2023
Dave Noll of Keller/Noll - Pitching to Outrageous Success
Jun 13, 2023
Kari Schneider of Empowered: Self Mastery for Optimal Performance
Jun 06, 2023
Dr. Jennie Byrne, “The Power of Synchrony”
May 30, 2023
Kevin Nolan, CEO of Nolan Painting, Inc. “Living Deliberately”
May 23, 2023
Karen Mangia, President & CSO of the Engineered Innovation Group, “Sustaining Success.”
May 16, 2023
Chris Krimitsos Chief Creative Officer of Podfest, Chris Krimitsos of Podfest, Two Time Guinness World Record Holder
May 09, 2023
Chris Hare CEO of PRTI Inc., “How to Solve a 180 Year Old Problem”
May 02, 2023
Matt Iseman of American Ninja Warrior, “Be Authentic, Be Who You Are”
Apr 25, 2023
Dina Pokedoff, Senior Vice President of Kuehne + Nagel: Grit and Resilience
Apr 18, 2023
Mike Massaro CEO of Flywire: Successfully Setting the Narrative
Apr 11, 2023
Damon D’Amore Founder of Legacy Mentor: Storytelling for Stakeholders
Apr 04, 2023
150th Anniversary of Speaking to Influence with Dr. Nasser Khan of Acadia Healthcare
Mar 28, 2023
Kurt Luidhardt, Co-Founder of the Prosper Group. “Be Clear”
Mar 21, 2023
Dave Scopinich of Audacy: Framing Your Pitch for Success
Mar 14, 2023
Christine Proffitt, Executive Vice President of Sales at Integrity Staffing Solutions, Inc.: Be Prepared
Mar 07, 2023
Yesi Morillo, Senior Vice President at Citibank: Stay Ready!
Feb 28, 2023
Partnerships and Communication
Feb 13, 2023
Giving Back and Making a Difference
Feb 07, 2023
Humor and Executive Presence
Jan 31, 2023
How to Inspire in Uncertain Times Part 2
Jan 25, 2023
How to Inspire in Uncertain Times Part 1
Jan 24, 2023
Honoring Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and His Timeless Communication Expertise Part Two
Jan 18, 2023
Honoring Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and His Timeless Communication Expertise Part One
Jan 17, 2023
Geoff Gross, Founder & CEO of Medical Guardian
Jan 09, 2023
Kelley Morse, SVP-HR Bullhorn: Giving Your Team More Control
Jan 03, 2023
Influence Challenge 2022
Dec 26, 2022
Melinda Emerson, Small Biz Lady: Meaningful Networking and Conveying Confidence
Dec 19, 2022
Peter Joniec of the Jonus Group: Managing Expectations and Trusting Your Team
Dec 12, 2022
Marc Brownstein, President & CEO of the Brownstein Group: Repeatable Messaging and Brand Longevity
Dec 04, 2022
Rachael Jones - CEO, Syntax, a Redesign Health Company: Stakeholder Messaging and Radical Accountability
Nov 28, 2022
Dave Rowan - CEO, BLOCS: Curating Stories and Fostering Donor Relationships
Nov 21, 2022
Lessons from the Best of 2022
Nov 14, 2022
Samantha Sayward - Senior Walk Director, the Alzheimer's Association: Networking & Communicating Hope
Nov 07, 2022
Charles Stiles - President, Mystery Shopper Services: Independent Contractors & Maintaining a Positive Influence
Oct 31, 2022
Communication Case Study: What We Can Learn From Debates
Oct 25, 2022
Jennifer Ewbank, Deputy Director for Digital Innovation at the Central Intelligence Agency: Building Trust in Leadership & Technology
Oct 17, 2022
Dr. Shannon Hader – Dean of American University School of International Service: Recognition & Impacting Humanity
Oct 11, 2022
Infotainment & Executive Presence
Oct 03, 2022
Nathan Peirson - CPO at Paycor: Creating and Managing an Engaged Virtual Culture
Sep 26, 2022
Brenda Allen - President of Lincoln University: Showing Up and Advocating in Higher Education
Sep 19, 2022
Nick Bayer - CEO and Founder Saxbys: Apprenticeship and Making Life Better
Sep 12, 2022
Leigh Marz and Justin Zorn: The Power of Silence in a World of Noise
Sep 06, 2022
Kris Burkhardt - CISO Accenture: Complex Topics and Micromanagement
Aug 29, 2022
Dana Reyngoudt - Vice President of Partner Marketing for NBC Universal: Micro Cultures and Leadership Habits
Aug 22, 2022
Greg Muzzillo, Founder – Proforma: Mentorship and Virtual Engagement
Aug 15, 2022
Dr. Vincent Racaniello, Host - Microbe TV, Inc.: Levity and Edutainment
Aug 08, 2022
Virgil Sheppard, President of Hope Partnership for Education: Audience Perception and Succinct Communication
Aug 01, 2022
Renée Williams, Executive Director of the National Center for Victims of Crime: Trust Building and Humanity in Criminal Justice
Jul 25, 2022
Joellen Meckley, Executive Director of the American College of Financial Services Center for Special Needs: Consumer Education and Empowerment
Jul 18, 2022
Dr. Mary O'Connor, CMO and Co-Founder of Vori Health: Establishing Trust and Identifying Team Communication Types
Jul 11, 2022
Keisha Jordan, Executive Director - Children's Scholarship Fund of Philadelphia: Sideways Management and Inclusivity
Jul 04, 2022
Tracy Ashdale - Executive Director & Chief Energy Officer of Girls on the Run of Southeastern, PA: Confidence and Community Collaboration
Jun 27, 2022
Nick Ryan, CISO - Baker Tilly: Qualitative ROI and “Marketecture”
Jun 13, 2022
Stephen Forzato - Director, Center for Addiction & Recovery Education at St. Joseph's University: Authenticity and Aligning Belief Systems
Jun 06, 2022
Kathy Govier – CMO, Geppi Family Enterprises: Stakeholder Needs and Communication Habits
May 30, 2022
Joey Fay – CEO, Quatrefoil Consulting: Prioritization and Likability
May 16, 2022
Cindy Lewis - CFO of Coho Partners, Ltd: Accountability and the Three C’s of Influence
May 09, 2022
Trevor Garner - CFO of IdeaCrew: Building Trust and Courageous Conversations
May 02, 2022
How to Beat Zoom Fatigue
Apr 25, 2022
Maude Le Roux, Founder - A Total Approach & The Maude Le Roux Online Academy: Trauma and Communicating Consent
Apr 18, 2022
Sheriff Errol Toulon, Jr. - Suffolk County NY: Transparency and Justice
Apr 11, 2022
100th Episode Special: Legacy Building and Audience Understanding
Apr 04, 2022
Lance Bachmann, Founder of 1SEO: Business Relationships and Correlating Growth
Mar 28, 2022
Milena Lanz, Maternal Child & Health Consortium: Conversations for Long-Term Client Relationships
Mar 21, 2022
Joseph Person, CFO Wolf Industries: Speaking and Complex Datasets
Mar 14, 2022
Dave Raymond: The Power of Fun (and the original Phillie Phanatic) - Influence & Non-Verbal Communication
Mar 07, 2022
Dr. James Smith, Jr. - Mastering Public Speaking
Feb 28, 2022
Dr. Joseph Garbely - Chief Medical Officer, Caron Treatment Centers: Resilience and Empathic Communication
Feb 21, 2022
How to Give the Perfect Gift
Feb 14, 2022
Liz Dow, CEO - LEADERSHIP Philadelphia: Storytelling and Organizational Culture
Feb 07, 2022
Phyllis Song: Communicating Effectively with Virtual Assistants
Jan 31, 2022
How to Explain your Business in One Sentence
Jan 24, 2022
Joseph Chott – SVP, Brown Brothers Harriman: Generational and Financial Communication Strategies
Jan 17, 2022
David Reale - CEO Phoenix Tube Co. Inc.: Leadership and The Family Business
Jan 10, 2022
Sam Katz – Founder, History Making Productions: Captivating Audiences & Interactive Communication
Jan 03, 2022
Best of 24 Hour Influence Challenge: 2021
Dec 27, 2021
Crystal Ashby – Executive Vice-President and Chief People Officer, Independence Health Group: Leadership and Creating Opportunities
Dec 20, 2021
Josh Elledge, CEO - Up My Influence: Gratitude and Impact
Dec 13, 2021
Michael Fomkin, Co-Founder VIP IGNITE LIVE: Influence and Navigating Difficult Conversations
Dec 06, 2021
Liz Scott, Co-Executive Director - Alex's Lemonade Stand: Inspiration and Creating a Movement
Nov 29, 2021
Luciana Bonifacio - Chief Development Officer, Save the Children: Opportunity and Difficult Subject Matter
Nov 22, 2021
Carlos Herrera-Malatesta, CEO Apex Energies: Company Culture and Communication
Nov 15, 2021
Daina Trout – Chief Mission Officer, Health-Ade Kombucha: Active Listening and Collaboration
Nov 08, 2021
Lesley Pyle - Founder, HireMyMom.com: Empathy and Marketing
Nov 01, 2021
Sonia Dubey Dewan, Founder - Indian School for Image Management: Visual Communication & Transformation
Oct 25, 2021
Christopher Mominey – President, WCU Foundation: Interpersonal Communication and Storytelling
Oct 18, 2021
Ellen Weber Exec Dir., Robin Hood Ventures: Entrepreneurship & Angel Investment
Oct 11, 2021
Allison Titman, Alice Paul Institute: Impact & Virtual Communication
Oct 04, 2021
Patricia Wellenbach, Please Touch Museum: Persistence and Leadership Skills
Sep 27, 2021
Francesca Zampaglione: Visual Communication & Personal Style
Sep 20, 2021
Communication Lessons from Sept 11
Sep 13, 2021
How Selfie Videos Improve Your Communication Strategy
Sep 06, 2021
Ralph Galati, JDog Foundation: Veteran Resources & Communication
Aug 30, 2021
Angela Liddle, PA Family Support Alliance: Understanding and Palatable Messaging
Aug 23, 2021
Christine Jacobs, The Adoption Center: Communicating Organizational Needs
Aug 16, 2021
How to Be an Awesome Podcast Guest
Aug 09, 2021
Bruce Sham, SVP, Mass Mutual of Greater Philadelphia: Sensitive Information and Virtual Communication
Aug 02, 2021
Sean Kelly, CEO Caroo: Adaptability and Team Communication
Jul 26, 2021
Elaine Cheong, Sr. Vice President, Bank of America: Code Switching and Respect
Jul 19, 2021
How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome
Jul 12, 2021
Catherine Cahill, President & CEO, The Mann Center for the Performing Arts: Adaptability and Comfort Zones
Jun 28, 2021
Shani Boone, CFO, Amazon: Creative Problem-Solving & Messages that Resonate
Jun 21, 2021
Vikrant Shaurya, CEO of BestSellingBook.com: Book Publishing & Difficult Conversations
Jun 14, 2021
Michael E. Gerber, Author of "E-Myth": Small Business & Leadership Communication
Jun 07, 2021
Ron Carucci, Co-Founder Navalent: Transformation & Workplace Dignity
May 31, 2021
How to Master Your Elevator Pitch
May 03, 2021
Jesse Doubek, CEO Influencersoft: Innovation & Lead Generation
Apr 26, 2021
Dr. Ivan Misner, Founder, BNI: Networking & Referral Generation
Apr 19, 2021
Erik Huberman, CEO, Hawke Media: Internal Communication & Growth
Apr 12, 2021
Karen Shakoske, SVP Communications, Janney Montgomery Scott: Team Assessment & Recognition
Apr 05, 2021
Loren Howard, CEO Prime Plus Mortgages: Gold Standard Leadership & Employee Growth
Mar 29, 2021
Mark Nikolich, CEO Braskem America: Comfort Zones & Engaging Your Audience
Mar 22, 2021
Your Microphone and Influence
Mar 15, 2021
Lauren Swartz, CEO, World Affairs Council of Philadelphia: Code Switching and Global Connections
Mar 08, 2021
Chris Caine, CEO, Center for Global Enterprise: Electronic Communication & Brevity
Mar 01, 2021
Jackie Linton, President, SHRM Philadelphia: Vulnerability & First Impressions
Feb 22, 2021
Joyce Chester, CEO, Chester County OIC: Trust & Creative Tension
Feb 16, 2021
Jeannine Lisitski - Executive Director, Women Against Abuse: Commitment & Long-Term Change
Feb 08, 2021
Marcus Allen, CEO Big Brothers Big Sisters SE PA: Mentorship & Creating Opportunities
Feb 02, 2021
Sam King, President & CEO, Veracode: Large Scale Messaging & Micro Communication
Jan 25, 2021
Karen Friar, CFO, Benco Dental: Understanding Your Team & Virtual Motivation
Jan 17, 2021
Tom DeBiase, Senior Director of Cyber Operations, Capital One: Translation & Risk
Jan 11, 2021
Janet Salazar, President, Foundation for the Support of the United Nations: Confidence & Intercultural Communication
Jan 04, 2021
Take the 2021 Influence Challenge
Dec 28, 2020
David Cohen – SEVP Comcast: Simplicity and Cultivation of Leadership
Dec 22, 2020
Jamil Rivers - CFO Education Works: Opportunity and Translation
Dec 15, 2020
Jonathan Rivers – CTO, Fortune Magazine: Selling Ideas and Negotiation
Dec 08, 2020
Sharmain Matlock-Turner - CEO, Urban Affairs Coalition: Clarity and Active Listening
Dec 01, 2020
David Marquet - Intent-Based Leadership Institute: Control and Team Performance
Nov 24, 2020
Bill Sasso – Chairman, Stradley Ronon: Culture and Timing
Nov 17, 2020
Bryan Buckley – CEO, Helmand Valley Growers Company: Confidence and Team Cohesion
Nov 10, 2020
Donna Marie De Carolis - Dean, Close School of Entrepreneurship, Drexel University: Entrepreneurship, Mindset and Credibility
Nov 03, 2020
Dana Donofree – CEO, AnaOno: Personal Development and Confidence
Oct 27, 2020
Ije-Enu Udeze Nwosu - Head of Impact Spending, Kaiser Permanente: Translating Needs and Finding Your Voice
Oct 20, 2020
Donavan West - Founder, Black Business Accelerator: Bridge Building and Establishing Trust
Oct 13, 2020
Lu Ann Cahn, Award-Winning Journalist: Storytelling and Interview Preparation
Oct 06, 2020
Three Keys to Sounding Great on Video
Sep 29, 2020
Debbie Phillips - President, WFD Consulting: Work and Life Balance
Sep 22, 2020
Wil Reynolds - Founder and VP Innovation, Seer Interactive: Humility & Growth
Sep 15, 2020
Erica Bennett - Leadership and Executive Development Partner, IBC: Emotional Intelligence and Workplace Culture
Sep 08, 2020
Carolina DiGiorgio, CEO, Congreso de Latinos Unidos: Body Language and Audience Empowerment
Sep 01, 2020
Steve Kirton, President, Circa Healthcare: Intercultural Communication and Visual Connection
Aug 25, 2020
Josh Ellis, Editor in Chief, SUCCESS Magazine: Conversational Aptitude & Imposter Syndrome
Aug 18, 2020
Lauren Ranalli, President & CFO, First Resource Bank: Prioritizing Relationships & Time
Aug 11, 2020
Alexander McLean, Founder & Director of Justice Defenders: Storytelling and Co-Creating Solutions
Aug 04, 2020
Mitzi Perdue, Author and Speaker: Visual Inspiration and Long-term Value
Jul 28, 2020
Stan Silverman, Founder of Silverman Leadership: Success and Standing Out
Jul 21, 2020
Lisa Peskin, Founder and CEO of Business Development University: Constructive Feedback and Leadership
Jul 14, 2020
Brian Scudamore, Founder and CEO of 1-800-GOT-JUNK: Culture and Driving Your Team
Jul 07, 2020
Russ Starke, CEO of Think Company: Communicative Timing and Feedback
Jun 30, 2020
Larry DeMarco, Attorney, Owner of DeMarco and DeMarco PC: Conflict Resolution and Vulnerability
Jun 23, 2020
Gordon Fowler, CEO of Glenmede: Influence and Brevity
Jun 16, 2020
How Listening Can Improve Your Influence with Marcia O’Connor
Jun 09, 2020
How to Use Influence as Part of a Mission with Paul Isenberg
Jun 06, 2020
How to Build a Community Through Influence and Networking with Tracy Flanagan
Jun 05, 2020
How to Build and Influence a Community for Long-Term Growth with Paul Redman
Jun 04, 2020
How to Use Influence to Support Your Company through a Transition with Eric Griffin
Jun 03, 2020
How to Listen and Collaborate for Greater Influence with Eric Griffin
Jun 02, 2020
What You Can Learn from the People You Influence with Michael Houlihan
May 29, 2020
How to Influence without a Hierarchy with Ellen Weber
May 28, 2020
How Leaders Transform Inspiration into Influence
May 28, 2020