by Sharí | Jul 25, 2023 | Communication Skills, Influence, & Message Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Public Speaking & Event Strategy
By Sharí Alexander, Founder of Elevated í – Executive Communication Coach & Message Strategist Today, branding and marketing are typically associated with the continuous cycle of content creation and engagement on social media. However, the terrain of...
by Sharí | Dec 7, 2020 | Blog, Communication Skills, Influence, & Message Strategy, Leadership & Personal Growth
Part of being an influential communicator is knowing the difference between responding versus reacting. A reaction stems from assumptions, subconscious communication habits, and unexamined emotions. A response is the result of reflection and consideration of multiple...
by Sharí | Feb 24, 2020 | Communication Skills, Influence, & Message Strategy, Leadership & Personal Growth
How you talk about your problems has a direct effect on how well you’re able to solve your problems. Pay attention to how you describe your problems to others, and especially how your describe your problems to yourself (self-talk). Your word choice can make your...
by Sharí | Jul 8, 2019 | Communication Skills, Influence, & Message Strategy, Leadership & Personal Growth
Sometimes, we get to be influential in fun and exciting scenarios like landing a new client or in getting a job promotion, but that’s not always the case. Often times, we need to be persuasive in difficult situations – like when a person has let you down....
by Sharí | May 25, 2019 | Communication Skills, Influence, & Message Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Public Speaking & Event Strategy
When it comes to influencing others, it’s important to understand what motivates them. People are often driven by the pursuit of pleasure or the avoidance of pain, and keeping track of their triggers can help you guide them towards your desired outcome. However,...
