Communication Mastery Podcast

If my self-awareness is inaccurate, I will struggle to communicate effectively. Mark shows us the two sides to the solution for this problem.Text me with your feedback

Find out how misunderstandings are affecting your bottom line (and how to fix them).Text me with your feedback

Revisiting a wide-ranging conversation with attorney and local celebrity, Tom Winslow.Text me with your feedback

Another chance to hear the episode that followed the BBB conversation, detailing how to broaden our communication styles and become multilingual.Text me with your feedback

Revisiting my conversation with Nick and Meredith at the Better Business Bureau of the Eastern Carolinas.Text me with your feedback

A replay of a popular episode from early in the podcast, based on the book of the same title.Text me with your feedback

Another opportunity to hear my wide-ranging conversation with Michelle Griffin. Branding specialist, volunteer, networker, dancer, and local celebrity!Text me with your feedback

When change is needed, how do I achieve it most effectively as the manager or team leader?Text me with your feedback

Another opportunity to hear from Stephanie Sebring-Wilson about communication with young people and maintaining motivation under pressure.Text me with your feedback

Misunderstanding is the most frequent problem that frustrates team leaders and their team.Relational disconnects are epidemic, and they are often not interpersonal issues but systemic shortfalls.That means we can learn to reduce misunderstanding and increase team effectiveness. Text me with your feedback

There are different ways your team can grow communication mastery, beyond listening to this podcast. Here are five steps you can take, with the changes they will bring.Text me with your feedback

Another opportunity to hear from Dr. Debbie Conner, a key member of the Myrtle Beach community. We discuss local government, higher education, family, and much more!Text me with your feedback

A change of focus this week: I talk about where I'm coming from as I help others. What I believe about communication and miscommunication, what I believe enables growth in mastery, and what I believe blocks growth.Text me with your feedback

A wide-ranging conversation about the importance of self-awareness and adaptability in relationships, business, and our personal lives.Text me with your feedback

When I work with businesses, who needs help? What is the core problem? What help works, and how does it work?Text me with your feedback

Another opportunity to benefit from this episode on distress in communication. Where it comes from, how to identify it, and what to do about it.Text me with your feedback

All teams struggle with misunderstanding at times, but if yours consistently suffers setbacks in this area, one or more of these hidden reasons may be the problem!The good news is that Mark gives you steps to transform your biggest problem into one of your greatest assets.Text me with your feedback

To start the New Year, we are revisiting an episode from Season One that many found helpful. How do I identify communication challenges, and what do I do about them?Text me with your feedback

To close out the year, we revisit our episode about how businesses can benefit from communication coaching. We will return on January 5th.Text me with your feedback

We are back with a replay of a popular episode from Season Two. My conversation with Gina Trimarco about improv, coaching, and communication in relationships.Text me with your feedback

A truth originated by Simon Sinek and Esther Perel focuses us on the fundamental importance of communication mastery in strengthening our relationships and thus increasing our quality of life.Text me with your feedback

Applying the principles of communication mastery often differs from work to home. In this episode, Mark discusses growing communication mastery with those closest to me.Text me with your feedback

Continuing our focus on ’Back to Basics’, we discuss how we can adapt in any interaction for maximum effectiveness.Text me with your feedback

Communication doesn't have to be difficult. If we can learn four keys for each of the seven communication styles, we can become up to 100% more effective in our interactions.Text me with your feedback

Does your team have enough understanding of themselves and each other to "climb the mountain" together?Text me with your feedback

In this replay from Season Two, I am joined by two friends, Tim Viechec of Next Level Mobility and Colden Blades of Blades Marketing, for a powerfully honest conversation around communication styles in business and in real life! Text me with your feedback

Here's a second chance to discuss ten common communication challenges, and learn what to do about each one!Text me with your feedback

From a recent Simon Sinek interview with Professor Vanessa Druskat.Exceptional teams have three things in common, and it's not talent OR clear goals! Communication is central to all three traits of exceptional teams.Text me with your feedback

We all have multiple voices we listen to daily. Some are one-way (like social media and advertising), others are two-way (my boss, colleagues, friends, and family). And don't forget the voices inside my head!Text me with your feedback

If your team is smart but still misfires, the problem probably isn't talent - it's the climate in your business. Changing mindsets AND the environment will make a difference.Text me with your feedback

Communication is a Key Performance Indicator for all businesses. How do we measure it, why is it so hard to quantify, and what happens when we see results?Text me with your feedback

Here's a replay of our most popular episode: When Shift Happens (from January 2025). We'll be back next week with brand new material for our 50th weekly episode!Text me with your feedback

As we take a short break for Labor Day, let's listen again to the origin story for this podcast. How this all started and why it matters to me and you.Text me with your feedback

As we take a short break at the end of the summer, here's a replay of our very first (and second-most popular) episode.Text me with your feedback

Here are six essential keys for clarity in interpersonal business communication—each focused on helping your message land clearly and confidently.Download the infographic at https://markburlinson.kit.com/b831a3048bText me with your feedback

In this episode, Mark describes the connection between teaching and deeper learning, explains how this enhances communication skills, and offers some practical takeaways.Text me with your feedback

This week, focusing on four areas: Interpersonal Communication & LeadershipCustomer and Client CommunicationCrisis and Conflict CommunicationGrowth, Scaling, and Strategy Text me with your feedback

The changing pace of life over summer—often marked by vacations, schedule shifts, and a more relaxed or disrupted routine—can influence communication in both positive and negative ways.Text me with your feedback

I returned to the Better Business Bureau for another episode of their Good Guide To Business podcast. This time we discussed many specifics of the impact communication has on business. This episode is a replay of their podcast.Text me with your feedback

Two additional challenges must be addressed to help people understand, internalize, and apply the seven key communication styles.These challenges are a higher priority for communication mastery.First, I must accept that we all speak all seven communication styles. Secondly, I need to learn the skills necessary to adapt to the varying communication styles of others. If you are ready to reduce misunderstandings, let's talk!https://meetings.hubspot.com/mark-burlinsonText me with your feedback

Misunderstanding is a battle we all fight. Misunderstanding is rooted in a lack of skills in the science of communication. When I train myself to recognize different communication styles with their unique characteristics, needs, and distress patterns, I am equipping myself to understand more fully.Most misunderstanding is the result of ignorance, not ill will.Here are six focal points to catch misunderstandings before they grow.Download the infographic here: https://markburlinson.kit.com/6f3669f4cbText me with your feedback

You have two ears and one mouth. Listening is twice as important as speaking. We must listen to hear and understand, not to respond. This skill is called active listening. It may be the fastest way to grow your communication mastery!Text me with your feedback

Adapting your communication to differing situations and interactions is a vital skill. Mark has five key strategies for you to employ as you grow your adaptation competencies.Text me with your feedback

We all want our communication to be effective. Which of these ten keys do you already apply, and which can you add?Text me with your feedback

Mark answers some of your questions and covers a range of communication topics.Text me with your feedback

You can't afford not to! Effective communication drives real business value. Ineffective communication costs American business $1.2 trillion a year. There is a solution!Text me with your feedback

Another wide-ranging conversation with many communication insights. From corporate America to church leadership and entrepreneurship, Marc has had many valuable experiences and shares lessons from them.Text me with your feedback

Just as correct diagnosis aids treatment for disease, so recognizing distress flares quickly promotes healthier communication. Rather than throwing distress flares, I coach clients to say “I need help with…” or “I need help because…” This invites the other person into your understanding of the causes of the distress and gives them opportunity to demonstrate care.Text me with your feedback

This week, Mark unpacks some memorable one-line statements and applies them to our communication mastery.Text me with your feedback

Jeff Williamson returns for another conversation about leadership, communication and influence, based on his second book “The Other Side Of The Coin“ which challenges the ’we've never done it this way’ mindset.Text me with your feedback