Stand Taller

Episode 66 – Stand Taller I Am Self-ish Podcast In this episode of the I Am Self-ish podcast, Will Wright sits down with communication expert and founder of Stand Taller, Dave Tenenbaum, for a powerful conversation about what it really means to show up with confidence in your conversations. Dave shares his perspective on communication not as something you perform, but as something you experience in real time. The discussion moves beyond techniques and focuses on presence, listening, and the ability to create connection in moments that matter. What becomes clear early in the conversation is that the most effective communicators are not the ones trying to say the most. They are the ones paying attention. Will and Dave explore how curiosity changes the way conversations unfold. Instead of trying to impress or control the outcome, the focus shifts toward understanding. That shift alone creates space for trust, alignment, and real movement in both personal and professional settings. They also discuss how overcomplicating communication can create confusion, and why simplicity and clarity often have the greatest impact. The conversation also touches on influence and how it is often misunderstood. Dave reframes influence as the result of connection rather than persuasion, and explains why people respond more to how they feel in a conversation than to the exact words being used. From leadership to sales to everyday interactions, the ability to listen, stay present, and ask the right questions becomes a defining factor in how conversations move forward. This episode is a reminder that confidence in communication is not about having perfect delivery. It is about how you show up, how you listen, and how willing you are to stay engaged in the moment without trying to force it. Standing taller is not about being louder. It is about being more aware. About Dave TenenbaumDave Tenenbaum is the founder of Stand Taller, a consulting and training company focused on helping client-facing teams communicate clearly, build trust, and perform at a higher level. With over two decades of experience leading sales teams across major media organizations, he now works with companies of all sizes to improve how their teams show up in both everyday conversations and high-stakes moments. Connect with Dave Tenenbaum Website: https://stand-taller.com/ Newsletter: https://subscribe.stand-taller.com LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/dave-tennenbaum-31144a49 Email: [email protected] Produced and Edited by Will Wright Host Creator of the I AM SELF-ISH Method 🌐 iamself-ish.com📸 Instagram: @selfish.will💼 linkedin.com/in/selfish-will Be bold. Be SELF-ISH.Less stress. More choice.