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EPISODE · May 13, 2026 · 10 MIN

How To Speak Like A Top 1% Leader

from Intentional Living with Ben Robins · host Ben Robins

Work with me===========================My website - https://ben-robins.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-robins-coaching/===========================Most communication advice tells you to do more. Better stories, stronger body language, more confidence. This video is about doing less.If you've ever felt like people overlook your ideas, tune out when you speak, or fail to recognise your value - the problem probably isn't what you're missing. It's what you're doing that's getting in the way.Drawing from years of working with leaders at Google, Meta and Samsung, I'll break down the five things that undermine your ability to communicate with influence and clarity - even when you're intelligent, experienced, and capable.Small changes in identity, clarity, and curiosity can completely change how people respond to you. Whether you're leading a team, navigating a difficult conversation, or trying to get traction in a meeting - this will help you become someone people genuinely listen to.In this video, you’ll discover:Why communication problems often start with identity, not skillHow self-doubt changes the way people hear youWhy overexplaining weakens your messageThe hidden reason inconsistent leaders lose trustHow to communicate clearly without saying moreWhy great leaders ask better questionsThe mistake most people make in difficult conversationsHow to speak in a way people actually care aboutWhy curiosity is one of the most powerful leadership skillsThe five communication habits that make people listen⏰ Timestamps: ⏰00:00 - Introduction01:03 - Why some people naturally command attention01:27 - The five things good communicators have stopped doing01:29 - The first thing: Why identity shapes how people hear you03:13 - The second thing: The stories that sabotage how consistently you communicate04:52 - The third thing: Why clear thinking matters most06:53 - The fourth thing: How great leaders stay curious08:15 - The fifth thing: Understand what they value09:52 - The five changes that make people listen to youThis video was produced by the team at Zapods Podcast Agency: https://www.zapods.com

Work with me===========================My website - https://ben-robins.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-robins-coaching/===========================Most communication advice tells you to do more. Better stories, stronger body language, more confidence. This video is about doing less.If you've ever felt like people overlook your ideas, tune out when you speak, or fail to recognise your value - the problem probably isn't what you're missing. It's what you're doing that's getting in the way.Drawing from years of working with leaders at Google, Meta and Samsung, I'll break down the five things that undermine your ability to communicate with influence and clarity - even when you're intelligent, experienced, and capable.Small changes in identity, clarity, and curiosity can completely change how people respond to you. Whether you're leading a team, navigating a difficult conversation, or trying to get traction in a meeting - this will help you become someone people genuinely listen to.In this video, you’ll discover:Why communication problems often start with identity, not skillHow self-doubt changes the way people hear youWhy overexplaining weakens your messageThe hidden reason inconsistent leaders lose trustHow to communicate clearly without saying moreWhy great leaders ask better questionsThe mistake most people make in difficult conversationsHow to speak in a way people actually care aboutWhy curiosity is one of the most powerful leadership skillsThe five communication habits that make people listen⏰ Timestamps: ⏰00:00 - Introduction01:03 - Why some people naturally command attention01:27 - The five things good communicators have stopped doing01:29 - The first thing: Why identity shapes how people hear you03:13 - The second thing: The stories that sabotage how consistently you communicate04:52 - The third thing: Why clear thinking matters most06:53 - The fourth thing: How great leaders stay curious08:15 - The fifth thing: Understand what they value09:52 - The five changes that make people listen to youThis video was produced by the team at Zapods Podcast Agency: https://www.zapods.com

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