AI is all the rage these days, and while there are many benefits to it, I'm concerned we're outsourcing too much of our thinking to artificial intelligence.

When you do so, it's affects how you show up as a communicator.

And so, I'm releasing a 6-part series on the communication skills you need to improve in the age of AI.

In this sixth and final episode of the series, I explore the essential communication skill of being yourself.

Great communication values human intuition, emotional understanding, and critical thinking to create genuine connections and effective messaging, traits that AI simply cannot reproduce.

To learn more about my communication coaching, go to https://michaelashford.com.

AI is all the rage these days, and while there are many benefits to it, I'm concerned we're outsourcing too much of our thinking to artificial intelligence.

When you do so, it's affects how you show up as a communicator.

And so, I'm releasing a 6-part series on the communication skills you need to improve in the age of AI.

In this fifth episode of the series, I explore the essential communication skill of pausing before you respond.

I share my perspective on how taking a moment to reflect can transform conflicts into growth opportunities and improve leadership effectiveness.

Practicing the skill of pausing before you respond to criticism, feedback, ideas you don't agree with, or disrespect is difficult but essential for effective leadership. Asking questions like "What could I be missing?" opens the door to growth, with empathy and curiosity being vital tools in your communication toolkit.

To learn more about my communication coaching, go to https://michaelashford.com.

AI is all the rage these days, and while there are many benefits to it, I'm concerned we're outsourcing too much of our thinking to artificial intelligence.

When you do so, it's affects how you show up as a communicator.

And so, I'm releasing a 6-part series on the communication skills you need to improve in the age of AI.

In this fourth episode of the series, I explore the essential communication skill of staying present and observant.

I make the case for how being fully engaged in conversations can enhance communicative understanding and connection, which leads to better conversations and outcomes.

Remaining present and observant in the moment requires intentionality and focus with all that exists to distract you these days, but doing so is possible.

To learn more about my communication workshops and trainings for teams and groups, go to https://michaelashford.com/team-communication-training.

AI is all the rage these days, and while there are many benefits to it, I'm concerned we're outsourcing too much of our thinking to artificial intelligence.

When you do so, it's affects how you show up as a communicator.

And so, I'm releasing a 6-part series on the communication skills you need to improve in the age of AI.

In this third episode of the series, I explore the essential communication skill of asking questions.

I emphasize what being a great question-asker can do for you in conversations, and I detail the importance of leading with curiosity rather than weaponizing questions.

I also walk through how using my ASK then SEE approach to communication can help you bring a more curious mindset to conversations.

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AI is all the rage these days, and while there are many benefits to it, I'm concerned we're outsourcing too much of our thinking to artificial intelligence.

When you do so, it's affects how you show up as a communicator.

And so, I'm releasing a 6-part series on the communication skills you need to improve in the age of AI.

In this second episode of the series, I explore the essential communication skill of impromptu speaking, or speaking on the fly.

AI is all the rage these days, and while there are many benefits to it, I'm concerned we're outsourcing too much of our thinking to artificial intelligence.

When you do so, it's affects how you show up as a communicator.

And so, I'm releasing a 6-part series on the communication skills you need to improve in the age of AI.

In this first episode of the series, I explore the essential communication skill of storytelling.

Storytelling enhances communication, fosters connections, and inspires change, and your ability to craft relatable stories helps create meaningful moments that resonate with audiences.

I cover the key elements of effective storytelling and discuss its relevance in both personal and professional contexts, highlighted by the reality that AI cannot replicate the human experience and connection that storytelling provides.

Do you think you are a good communicator?

I've observed ove the past year that most of us think we're great at communicating when, in reality, we struggle!

Because effective communication is not just about speaking your mind; it's about inspiring and connecting with others.

So many of us are stuck in the outdated communication styles we learned in our youth, and in this episode, I walk you through what it looks like to truly communicate well as we head into a new year.

Learn more about my communication coaching at https://michaelashford.com.

In this episode, I explore the nuance and complexity involved in trying to answer the question: Who should lead the way into difficult conversations?

What about in the face of moral exclusion? What about if the other party denies your humanity? What if you are the victim?

This episode was inspired by a recent LinkedIn post I made on which Brené Brown commented, and the whirwind that followed. You can view the post here: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/michaeldashford_i-deeply-want-to-ask-bren%C3%A9-brown-one-question-activity-7391892434491846656-99PB