Instructional Video8:53
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

How to Prepare a Presentation in 8 Steps

Higher Ed
Learn How to Prepare a Presentation in 8 key steps. 95% of how a presentation turns out is determined by how you prepare!
Instructional Video1:41
Seven Dimensions

The Importance of Focusing on Accomplishments and Managing Performance

Higher Ed
Psychologist Eve Ash sits down with Kylie Bell, leadership development expert, to share a positive experience of employees being excited to share their achievements during performance reviews, highlighting the significance of...
Instructional Video8:10
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

What is a Vision Statement?

Higher Ed
What is a Vision Statement? We'll look at example vision statements and help you write your own vision statement.
Instructional Video10:53
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Communication Professor Reacts to Dolly Parton Barbara Walters Interview

Higher Ed
Communication Professor Reacts to controversial 1977 Dolly Parton interview with Barbara Walters.
Instructional Video3:04
Seven Dimensions

Hope Theory: Unlocking Work Satisfaction and Employee Confidence

Higher Ed
Psychologist Eve Ash sits down with Kylie Bell, leadership development expert, to discuss concept of hope theory, which suggests that combining emotional visualization with logical planning can lead to increased work satisfaction,...
Instructional Video9:32
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Communication Professor Reacts to Jordan Peterson's Zebra Story

Higher Ed
Communication Professor Reacts to Jordan Peterson's Zebra Story to break down why the story works so well. You'll pick up tips about your own storytelling as well.
Instructional Video10:44
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Communication Professor Reacts to Ed Mylett's Story (Professional Speaker)

Higher Ed
Communication Professor Reacts to Ed Mylett's story about his first job. Why do Pro speakers get paid so much??? Watch and learn from Ed Mylett.
Instructional Video2:27
Seven Dimensions

Seeking Team Diversity

Higher Ed
Psychologist Eve Ash sits down with Dr. Judy Olian, President of Qunnipiac University, to discuss why you should seek diversity in teams. By building a team with different strengths and dispositions, leaders can enhance the team's...
Instructional Video8:38
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Communication Professor Reacts to Mike Tyson & Bill Burr "Aggressive Therapy"

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Communication Professor reacts to a surprisingly deep conversation between Mike Tyson and Bill Burr that Burr describes as an "aggressive therapy session."
Instructional Video10:20
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Group Decision Making Techniques

Higher Ed
Here are the Top 7 Team and Group decision-making techniques or methods. Each approach has its own set of advantages and disadvantages. Get a Free 1. Decision by an expert in the group 2. Decision by an expert outside of the group 3....
Instructional Video11:08
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Leadership Philosophy and How to Clarify Yours

Higher Ed
Your leadership philosophy drives your behavior. This video will help you draft your personal leadership philosophy in a concise and clear way. I share my examples to help illustrate. 00:00 Intro 00:38 Why It's Important 01:08 What is a...
Instructional Video3:20
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Leading by Example

Higher Ed
Leading by example is the most powerful way to influence those around you. This video gives four practical tips to lead by example, and, in turn, change the behavior of others more effectively. 1. Your words should match your actions. 2....
Instructional Video5:08
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Public Speaking For Beginners

Higher Ed
Public speaking for beginners. If you're just getting started, these Do and Don't techniques will help you get better at public speaking and presentations skills. The video looks at being organized and concise, making direct eye contact,...
Instructional Video2:39
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Dick Winters Book on Leadership | Band of Brothers Book

Higher Ed
The book, Conversations with Major Dick Winters, provides an excellent look at his Band of Brothers' leadership approach. The book looks more at the man behind the uniform compared to other books that focus mainly on military and...
Instructional Video6:25
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

What Does Integrity Mean?

Higher Ed
What does Integrity really mean? We'll define it, give explanations, examples, and stories to reflect on your own personal integrity.
Instructional Video6:44
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Referent Power

Higher Ed
Referent Power (French & Raven) is one of the types or bases of power. We look at examples of referent power. Referent power, according to French and Raven (1959), is social influence. Referent power describes the way a follower looks up...
Instructional Video2:55
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Should I Use PowerPoint?

Higher Ed
Should you use PowerPoint when presenting? I lean toward yes but it's important to get the basics right. This video gives tips for using PowerPoint so that your visual aids help rather than hurt your presentation.
Instructional Video0:45
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Speak Up with Confidence 5 QUICK TIPS!

Higher Ed
Speak Up with Confidence 5 QUICK TIPS!
Instructional Video4:09
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Communication Professor Breaks Down Kathy Griffin Apology

Higher Ed
Communication professor breaks down of Kathy Griffin's apology for the Trump video image of his bloody severed head. The video offers commentary and critique for educational purposes and looks at both the pros and the cons of her apology...
Instructional Video28:43
The Wall Street Journal

Hershey & Chevron CEOs on the path to The C-Suite

Higher Ed
Hear from Michele Buck and Mike Wirth on strategies to change the balance of power and what companies need to do to develop top talent.
Instructional Video0:53
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Effective Listening Course Announcement 50% Discount code: 50Listening

Higher Ed
Effective Listening Skills Course for Leaders.
Instructional Video10:14
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

How to Write an Elevator Pitch

Higher Ed
Learn How to Write an Elevator Pitch or a project or issue from true expert and do it the clear, concicse, and conversational way. About Allen Weiner: Managing Director of Communication Development Associates, Inc. in Woodland Hills,...
Instructional Video1:33
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

What is Uptalk?

Higher Ed
What is uptalk and what can you do about it? "Uptalk" describes when your inflection goes up at the end of a statement instead of down to make everything sound like a question. Is uptalk professional? How can you stop uptalking? Uptalk...
Instructional Video6:10
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

What is Feedback in Communication?

Higher Ed
What is Feedback, exactly? Feedback plays a key role in the communication process and we'll define it but also explain how you can use it to speed up your development as a leader and professional.