“The art of communication is the language of leadership.” -James Humes   This is what I like to call a “sprint podcast”… meaning it’s less than 15 minutes and we get right to the point:) As a leader, I am passionate about continuing education and am currently knee deep in leadership and coaching training programs from casual courses to highly accredited “world renowned” universities and these are 2 big communication tips that are coming up all over the place. I would encourage anyone to do any of these full courses, but I also think it’s highly useful to share the gold nuggets I have minded out of the experiences- to streamline the process for all! These are 2 must use communication tips that can change the flow of the conversation and the energy in the room to better create space to effectively communicate and make someone else feel seen and heard. I know the more we model simple skills like these the sooner we will see people exercising them back to us (#influencers) - everyone wins! Personal, professional, team, family- these are tips anyone and everyone can use… and always remember, being a good listener is always the most important skill in communication. Enjoy this one and give these a try- cheers!   Highlights: Humanizing leadership! Leveling up your communication! Be seen and heard, seeing and hearing someone else. Building connection, building a team. Meeting people where they are at. Problem resolution and solution. Operating from genuine, authentic space. Practicing what you preach and setting the tone for future generations.   Kristen M. Olson: Creative. Coach. Leader. Athlete. Entrepreneur. Podcaster. Pup Mom.  Uniting mission driven humans everywhere.  SEASONED MARKETING MANAGEMENT & BRAND DEVELOPMENT PROFESSIONAL  CULTURE MARKETING | STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP | STRATEGIC PLANNING  Highly skilled and passion-driven professional with demonstrated success and progressive growth in leading fundraising efforts, organizing and managing large-scale events, as well as acquiring artists while scaling large and small events. Champion at human relations, fashion & creative, organization management, and relationship management. Instrumental in managing strategic partnerships, marketing, and branding efforts, identifying culture marketing opportunities, developing potential culture activations, and leading activation strategy. Success in designing and launching marketing campaigns leading to increased audience growth rate by 15%. Excel at identifying regional artists and opinion leaders to boost culture plans, executing culture marketing business plans, managing event ticketing plans, achieving media outcomes and building high-performing teams.  Former D1 athlete, CrossFit Games Athlete, and current podcaster, Turmeric & Tequila™. . . . Get In Touch With T&T: IG: @TurmericTequila Facebook: @TurmericAndTequila Tik Tok: @TurmericTequila Website: www.TurmericAndTequila.com Host: Kristen Olson IG: @Madonnashero Website: www.KOAlliance.com