Instructional Video7:47
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Coercive Power

Higher Ed
Coercive Power (John French & Bertram Raven) is one or the types of bases of power. We look at examples of coercive power. According to French and Raven (1959), power is social influence. Coercive power is the ability to punish. The...
Instructional Video12:30
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Simon Sinek Speech Reaction from Communication Professor

Higher Ed
Communication Professor's Reaction to Simon Sinek's Speech.
Instructional Video18:00
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Positive Communication Skills

Higher Ed
These 6 Positive Communication Skills can improve your relationships profoundly whether it's in the workplace, with friends, or in marriage.
Instructional Video8:09
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

What is Pathos?

Higher Ed
What is Pathos in public speaking? We'll look at Aristotle's concept and give practical tips on how to use this rhetorical appeal to be more persuasive. Pathos = Appealing to your listeners' or audience's emotion. You can do that through...
Instructional Video6:30
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

How to Analyze an Audience for Public Speaking

Higher Ed
Let's talk about How to Analyze an Audience when you're doing Public Speaking. Also, how can you tailor your message to your audience so speech hits the target?
Instructional Video2:15
Seven Dimensions

MIND over Mood

Higher Ed
Mind over Mood will help you understand how to control your moods and switch to positive constructive thinking. Psychologist Eve Ash explains how to change, what she calls, the Negative Land of W (Wishing, Whining and Wasting Time) to...
Instructional Video6:39
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

How to Deal with Criticism

Higher Ed
Learning how to deal with criticism is a key skill for anybody trying to do something worthwhile. This video looks at some internal checks you can do while listening and offers ways to respond to criticism once you've heard it so you...
Instructional Video6:44
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Effective Public Speaking Techniques

Higher Ed
Take a look at these five effective Public Speaking Techniques and tips from Dr. Bruce Lambert you can use to boost your skills in your next public speaking or presentation event.
Instructional Video6:18
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Types of Hand Gestures in Nonverbal Communication

Higher Ed
We'll look at the classic 5 Types of hand Gestures in nonverbal communication. Researchers Ekman and Friesen developed this research on gestures in 1968 and these have been foundational parts of how we understand gestures to this day....
Instructional Video5:33
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Verbal Communication Barriers

Higher Ed
These Top 3 Verbal Communication Barriers will make effective communication and finding common ground more difficult, but look at some simple tips to overcome these barriers.
Instructional Video9:44
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Charismatic Leadership Theory

Higher Ed
Charismatic Leadership Theory explains the key characteristics of charismatic leaders, we give numerous examples, and look at the ethical use of charisma.
Instructional Video2:46
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

What is Persuasion?

Higher Ed
What is persuasion? Is it the same as forcing, manipulating, preaching to the choir, or is it something else? We'll define persuasion from a communication perspective, explain it's meaning, and show you how you see it in your everyday life.
Instructional Video5:29
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Effective Communication Skills Training: Concise, Clear, Confident. Part 7 (of 7) | Nonverbal Tips

Higher Ed
Effective communication skills training. In Part 7 (of 7) in this mini-course, we go after confident nonverbal communication tips. This lesson is an overlay for all of the others. It matters how we look and sound while we're...
Instructional Video9:00
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Monroe's Motivated Sequence

Higher Ed
Monroe's Motivated Sequence explanation with examples for persuasive speeches.
Instructional Video10:01
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Informative vs Persuasive

Higher Ed
Choices about an Informative vs Persuasive speech or presentation are important because your goals for a presentation will vary depending upon the audience, your goals, and the occasion. Speaking to Inform: - Teaching about something -...
Instructional Video6:21
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

What Are Communication Skills? Top 10!

Higher Ed
What are Communication Skills? We'll look at the Top 10 Communication Skills according to employers' surveys.
Instructional Video4:21
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Effective Communication Skills When You're New to a Group or Team

Higher Ed
Effective communication skills in groups and teams is really hard when you're new. These three group communication skills will help you jump right in, show effective communication skills, and make a contribution from your first meeting....
Instructional Video8:16
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

How to be More Likable

Higher Ed
How to be more likable? Well, you don't need any special charisma to be likeable and make more friends. It's all about fundamentals.
Instructional Video3:28
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Effective Communication Skills: Concise, Clear, Confident. Part 6 (of 7) | How to Avoid Filler Words

Higher Ed
Effective Communication Skills. In Part 6 (of 7), we'll look at how to avoid filler words like um, uh, and, you know. Those fillers not only make you sound long-winded but cut into that confident sound we all want when we speak.
Instructional Video7:04
Communication Coach Alex Lyon

Legitimate Power

Higher Ed
Legitimate Power (French & Raven) is one or the types of bases of power. We look at examples of legitimate power.
Instructional Video8:17
Seven Dimensions

The Importance of Being Supportive

Higher Ed
This video showcases the importance of being supportive in a team environment. It highlights the various ways in which individuals can show support, such as going above and beyond their role, providing assistance, and showing...
Instructional Video9:23
Seven Dimensions

Managing Diversity in the Workplace

Higher Ed
This video features a discussion on the importance of diversity in the workplace and the challenges that arise when employees cannot communicate effectively in English. The conversation also touches on the need for language learning and...
Instructional Video9:39
Seven Dimensions

Organizing and Prioritizing for Success in the Workplace

Higher Ed
This video emphasizes the importance of prioritizing and organizing tasks in a work environment. It discusses strategies for effective time management, staying organized, and handling pressure and multiple demands. It also highlights the...
Instructional Video1:34
Seven Dimensions

Resolving Conflict in the Workplace

Higher Ed
This video emphasizes the importance of open communication and collaboration in resolving conflicts in the workplace. It highlights the need to focus on finding common ground and understanding each other's perspectives.