Cathleen O’Sullivan - Building Confidence in Your Communication Style

Some may perceive confidence as being the loudest communicator in the room. In today’s episode, Cathleen continues the topic of direct communication, with a focus on building confidence in your communication style.   In Episode 132 of The Legendary Leaders Podcast, Cathleen talks about the nature of confidence, being self-aware, how to live in alignment, how you can become & remain a confident communicator, and how to stay calm and centred during challenging conversations.   Ready to learn more?   Episode Timeline: [03:35] What is confidence? [05:42] Self-awareness. [06:31] What are your top 3 strengths at work? [07:15] What are your top 3 weaknesses at work? [07:31] How have you improved in your career? [07:48] When at work, do you feel in control, or do you feel like you are on autopilot? [09:39] Living in alignment. [13:11] How to become a confident communicator. [17:37] Staying calm and centred during challenging conversations. [19:39] Tools for managing emotional situations more effectively. [23:22] In summary.   Key Takeaways: How to know when you are confident. How to live in alignment. How to become and remain a confident communicator. How to stay calm and centred during challenging conversations.   Notable Quotes: “Confidence is being so sure in yourself that you don’t have to be the loudest.” – Cathleen O’Sullivan [04:06] “Self-awareness is your capacity to understand and focus on you.” – Cathleen O’Sullivan [08:10] “Don’t just prepare for what you need to say. Prepare for what you need to hear.” – Cathleen O’Sullivan [14:05] “89% of professionals let conflict escalate before addressing it.” – Cathleen O’Sullivan [21:34]   Connect: Find | Cathleen O’Sullivan Business: cathleenmerkel.com Email: cmc@cathleenmerkelcoaching.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/cathleen-merkel-2b0991151 Instagram: www.instagram.com/cathleenmerkel Twitter: twitter.com/CathleenMerkel7       SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON APPLE PODCASTS.