Influence & Impact: Owning your Voice in the Boardroom with Dr Rockford Sansom

In this episode of High Notes, Melissa chats with Dr Rockford “Rocky” Sansom, a renowned voice coach and author, about the power and presence of the human voice. Together, they unpack how to manage nerves, why simplicity can transform communication, and how to make your voice truly resonate.Rocky shares practical, down-to-earth strategies for building vocal confidence, connecting with your audience, and thriving in high-pressure situations. The conversation also touches on being authentically yourself, understanding what matters to your listeners, and using effective vocal tools to enhance impact.They round out the discussion exploring cultural differences in communication, the evolution of voice science, and how emotion shapes the way we sound and connect.Links:https://www.rockfordsansom.com/https://www.brava.uk.com/post/internationally-acclaimed-voice-coach-dr-rockford-sansom-joins-bravaWhy Should Anyone Be Led by You?: What It Takes To Be An Authentic Leader - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Why-Should-Anyone-Led-You/dp/1578519713https://historyofenglishpodcast.com/Ready to elevate your voice, confidence, and communication at work?Contact us at BRAVA Business and start making every conversation count:brava.uk.com/businessStay connected with BRAVASubscribe to our newsletter for the latest news, training opportunities and insights connecting business, acting, and voice:brava.uk.com/subscribe00:00 Introduction to High Notes Podcast00:33 Meet Dr Rockford Sansom: Voice Coach Extraordinaire01:29 The Essence of Presence and Overcoming Nerves03:29 Finding Your True Voice06:48 Impact and Influence in Business Communication07:12 The Power of Breath and Storytelling09:59 Comfort in Being Seen: Lessons from Leaders14:52 Voice Actors in Professional Settings17:10 Dispelling Myths About Public Speaking23:55 Voice Pedagogy: Teaching and Techniques27:27 The Wine Cork Technique28:39 Voice Science in Coaching31:06 Voice Analysis and Training34:24 Changing Voices and Science37:36 Voice in the Boardroom43:02 Cultural Differences in Voice46:55 Joining BRAVA as a Master Coach48:25 Improving Vocal Presence50:16 A Transformative Coaching Story53:36 The Dynamic Nature of Voice Work Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.