Many years before becoming a world-class communication expert, Richard Newman struggled to make friends at school and interact with other kids. Unaware of his condition, high functioning autism, which wasn't diagnosed until he was 44, Richard recognized his major flaw was his communication skills. He became passionate about upgrading his communication skills, so he read every communication book that fell into his hands. Following his passion for becoming a better communicator, Richard decided to live in the foothills of the Himalayas in a tiny Tibetan monastery, where he spent 6 months teaching English to the monks and learning Nepali.Richard Newman is the Founder & CEO of UK Body Talk. He is also a Keynote Speaker, an award-winning writer, and a Communication and Pitch Coach.  In this episode, Richard shares his story of becoming a communication leader and expert. We talk about his experiences living with the Tibetan monks, his life as an actor, and the incredible techniques he learned about body language, how we express ourselves, and what we generate in the receptors of our message. Richard debunks some myths about communication; he highlights the power of storytelling and gifts us with two pro communication tips for leaders and entrepreneurs.Tune in to Episode 323 and learn everything you need to know about how to communicate in a fun, engaging, and productive way.Some Questions I Ask: Tell us about your background, including any turning points and what got you into the world you're in today (3:43) What are some tips that you can share with our listeners about how they can physically carry themselves when communicating? (12:34) Can everyone become a better communicator? Or are some people just born better at this than others? (19:39)In This Episode, You Will Learn: Richard shares where his passion for body language comes from (7:19) To be a great leader, you must be a great communicator (12:31) Gestures really matter (17:10) Keys to good storytelling (24:25) The importance of congruency and lift (29:06) Everybody can improve their communication skills (30:38) Resources: UK Body Talk websiteUK Body Talk TwitterConnect with Richard: LinkedIn InstagramBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best University Website Becoming Your Best Library Email: support@becomingyourbest.comBook: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersFacebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.