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Angela Kariotis, professor of Communications at Seton Hall University, talks to us about the complexities of "staying in one's lane." When is the right time to dare yourself to enter spaces and conve…

On this week's podcast we reflect on how this new normal will shift the way that we express ourselves in customary ways in the workplace. Will handshakes be banned? How to gracefully decline a hug? I…

In this episode I share with you the three kinds of people you want to reach out to during a pandemic and the one kind of person with whom you'll want to avoid contact. It's a great time to be brave …

When you've made a mistake or miscalculation, the best way to rectify is to directly acknowledge it . In this episode I revisit the Teddy Riley versus Babyface battle that ensued on Saturday, April 1…

There are some people who melt us. We love the way they relay information, the way they make us feel, and in general the way they communicate with those around them. These are the folks that often en…

Social media shows us the different ways in which people ask for help as well as the way they offer assistance. This episode deconstructs three different faux helping hands: The Quid Pro Quo Helper; …

Some people get a bit too familiar and decide that calling you names like baby, sweetie, ni**a, bitch, or honey should be acceptable. Whether it's in a professional or casual setting, you don't have …

In this episode with Tax Practitioner and KeyPoint Consulting owner Bernice Asirifi, you'll learn about why it's so important to learn how to be comfortable communicating about your income when it co…

Many people find elements of shame and self-loathing when faced with having to ask for assistance. This week, as COVID-19 turns American society into a mosaic of anxiety, I speak with Amina Bey, exec…

There are certain fabrics and accessories that just won't work in your favor if you're going to be at the center of a forum or panel as its moderator or facilitator. Sofistafunk Creative Director Arl…

As awkward and as difficult as these kinds of talks may be, e-cigarettes and the vaping industry have a stronghold on American teen culture. The onus is on parents to explore this topic with their tw…

There are a few ways to avoid the dreaded telltale signs of nervousness -- a dry mouth and slick, sweaty, clammy palms. In this episode, I share tried and true solutions, as well as what we could lea…

From corporate dinners to the beauty salon or barbershop, there's a way to use one's cell phone so that you are presenting yourself as a considerate and self-aware person. We discuss cell phone use i…

There's no reason you shouldn't show up fully as yourself in intimate relationships. Using language that is clear is essential to fostering an authentic experience with our loved ones. However, the u…

Many gym members feel intimidated, ashamed, awkward, or just plain have no idea that fitness professionals are there to answer questions and guide them in using weights, machines, and other gym tools…

How do you handle a person who has no sense of the right time and place to discuss or inquire about money-related topics? Whether someone thinks you're spending too much money on shoes or whether the…

Some people are comfortable discussing that number on the scale, their fitness regimen, or their nutritional habits as well as failures. And then there are folks who want to know a little too much ab…

Ah, the New Year is upon us and everyone is making the loftiest of declarations. But how many of us are truly going to see them through? This episode explores how we can put a stop to the falling pre…

The things we tell ourselves matter just as much as the messaging we share with others, no matter the medium. Members of the I'm Speaking Now tribe chime in to share what they told themselves to find…

When should we forgive our family members who have upset us? Are there instances when the water simply can't and should not pass under the bridge? In this episode, we discuss the complexities of lear…