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Just Saying - The BRIEF Lab

Joe McCormack
Communication
Quiet Works
Noise
Meetings
BRIEF
Awkward Silences
Quiet Time
Leadership
Clarity
Effective Communication
Reframing
Silence
Social Media
Time Management
Brief Lab
Work-Life Balance
Communication Skills
Comedy
The Quiet Workplace
Change Management

The point of this podcast is to help you become an effective and efficient communicator. The topics that we discuss tackle many of the most pressing issues that people face in a world flooded by information, interruptions and distractions. The promise is that you and your ideas can stand out consistently. Hope you enjoy. [ Just Saying ]

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Host

Joe McCormack
Host with a focus on effective communication, offering insights and strategies derived from experience training professionals across industries.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 95 ratings
  • Brief lab

    15mins of good communications advice every week that I always get good nuggets from. I’ve done a Brief Lab comms training and couldn’t recommend it more highly.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nreitm
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Provocatively Useful

    Joe, I simply wanted to publicly thank you for crafting this podcast series. Perhaps we can share ideas that were inspired from your Episode 155 in due time.

    I’d be interesting in digging deeper into “What is Fear?” and how we as communicators and listeners in our modern world may be using that word too loosely...and confusing ourselves on why we should speak up (or not), when to do it, and how we might.

    In any case, EXCELLENT series, phenomenal episode (#155), and HIGHLY RECOMMENDED to o... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RamSantoyo
    United States6 years ago
  • Great advice on communicating for impact

    Joe McCormack’s Just Saying podcast takes a page from his book Brief. He provides quick but rich pointers in how to communicate in a focused way to get the desired results. I learn every time I listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Teebeem
    United States7 years ago
  • Great Tool!

    Joe’s podcast is a great tool to supplement his course material or listening to it without taking the course. His podcasts are 15 minutes or less and are easily digestible during commutes.

    Definitely recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Becca Grim
    United States7 years ago
  • Be better, Be brief

    Short episodes with great tips and reminders. Pick up his book and/or attend his workshop to create a concise elevator pitch and narrative maps for meetings/presentations

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wating....
    United States7 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the actionable communication advice shared, noting it helps them improve professionally.
Feedback highlights the impactful nature of short episodes, making content easily digestible and relevant for busy professionals.
Many praise the host's ability to distill complex communication challenges into practical strategies.
Reviews commend the podcast as a beneficial resource for anyone looking to enhance their clarity and effectiveness in dialogue.

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Ep. 384 – The Loneliness of Excellence
Q: How can we embrace it?
Start small with daily quiet time, gradually increasing as it becomes a habit, and allowing oneself to be 'bad' at it.
Ep. 384 – The Loneliness of Excellence
Q: Why do we avoid it?
Many avoid solitude due to a 'badge of busyness', focusing instead on constant activity and distractions.
Ep. 384 – The Loneliness of Excellence
Q: Where are we alone?
Identifying spaces that promote solitude, such as quiet workspaces or empty areas, can support reflective time.
Ep. 384 – The Loneliness of Excellence
Q: When are we alone?
We should create set times in our workday for quiet reflection and preparation.
Ep. 351 – Q&A on the Book “Quiet Works” (part 2)
Q: What are tech timeouts and how can they be implemented in the workplace?
Tech timeouts involve setting aside moments to disconnect from technology to enhance focus, which can be done by turning off devices or leaving them behind during meetings.

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A focus on enhancing communication skills in an increasingly noisy and chaotic world is a hallmark of this show. Episodes cover various practical strategies, from effective meeting management and achieving clarity in conversations to innovative approaches for dealing with workplace dynamics. The host emphasizes the importance of brevity and intentionality in communication, drawing on experiences from various professional fields. This podcast stands out with its actionable insights and structured techniques designed to help listeners thrive in their personal and professional interactions, making it an invaluable resource for individuals seeking to improve their communication prowess.

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