Communication and Mindfulness Insights with Salvatore Manzi, Communications Coach
- Grew up with parents in events/speaking roles.
- Early stage fright led to 20 years of research and coaching, especially for introverts/analytical minds.
Podcast
Overview
In this inspiring episode, communications coach Salvatore Manzi joins Ashutosh Garg to share practical leadership and communication insights. Here’s a concise breakdown, with timestamps as question prompts and key takeaways in bullets:
00:00:47- What inspired your journey into communications coaching?
- Grew up with parents in events/speaking roles.
- Early stage fright led to 20 years of research and coaching, especially for introverts/analytical minds.
00:02:00- What are common communication breakdowns in teams?
- Failing to create relevance (“you, then me” principle).
- The “curse of knowledge”—experts lose beginners’ perspective.
- Missing context causes disconnects.
00:03:26- What does clarity look like for a leader?
- Speaking and leading from personal values.
- Self-awareness is the foundation.
00:04:18- What separates inspiring leaders from managers?
- Inspiring leaders focus on vision and learning from setbacks.
- Managers tend to focus only on tasks.
00:06:10- How do you help leaders craft impactful messages?
- Three pillars: Content (structure), Delivery (how you present), Presence (authenticity & beliefs).
- All three are crucial for resonance and authenticity.
00:07:48- How can leaders communicate authentically under pressure?
- Reframe nerves as excitement.
- Use the mantra “Not about me” to center oneself.
00:09:58- What’s the power of storytelling?
- Metaphors and stories help ideas stick and connect emotionally.
00:12:21- How does communication drive innovation in teams?
- Encourage open discussion of failures, model transparency, and foster a learning environment.
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Learn more about Salvatore Manzi: LinkedIn
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- Grew up with parents in events/speaking roles.
- Early stage fright led to 20 years of research and coaching, especially for introverts/analytical minds.
