The Dynamics of Effective Communication, with Stevie Dawn Carter

What small yet effective changes could you make to how you communicate?

Why is adjusting your energy levels to match those of others important for effective communication?

These questions and more will be answered in today’s episode of the Apolonia Rockwell Show, where your host is joined by Stevie Dawn Carter, an Emotional Intelligence Specialist who helps people become Emotionally Intelligent Communicators. She’s also the CEO of Empathix, a training and coaching company that reshape corporate cultures by instilling emotional intelligence into the DNA of organizations.

Today’s topics include: 

* The importance of face-to-face communication.

* Matching tone, energy, and nonverbal cues for effective communication.

* Asking for feedback or support.

* Prioritizing listening over sharing personal experiences. 

* The challenges of connecting and listening effectively in conversations. 

* Leaders sharing their visions and aligning their goals with team members. 

* Emotional intelligence in leadership. 

* Stevie’s approach to leading teams. 

* Setting boundaries. 

* Assessing your emotions and energy before engaging in conversations. 

Thanks so much to Stevie Dawn Carter for being a guest on our show! 

Connect with Stevie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drsteviedawncarter/ 

Learn more about Empathix: https://www.empathix.xyz/ 

Apolonia Rockwell is the Founder and CEO of True Safety Services, Colorado’s #1 provider in safety training and safety management services: https://www.truesafetyservices.com 

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The Apolonia Rockwell Show is dedicated to helping you live a life of purpose and success. Apolonia Rockwell is CEO of True Safety Services and your guide on this transformative journey. Join her in powerful conversations with CEOs and industry leaders who aren't afraid to shake things up as they share their insights and wisdom to fuel your ambition. Get ready to lead a life that resonates with purpose. 

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Chapters in this episode: 

00:00 Stevie’s background.

12:32 Solving organizational problems.

18:33 Improving communication little by little.

23:56 Face-to-face communication.

39:12 Emotional expectations.

42:59 Difficult conversations.

This episode was produced by Story On Media & Marketing: https://www.successwithstories.com.