Vinh Giang: How to Communicate So People Actually Listen to You

Communication expert Vinh Giang joins Jay to share practical tools from his first book, Before We Forget How to Connect, to help you become a more confident communicator and build deeper, more meaningful connections. Vinh explains how to become a better listener, avoid common communication mistakes, and speak so people actually pay attention. From sounding confident when you're nervous to speaking up in meetings, navigating difficult conversations, and making a great first impression, Vinh shares simple techniques to help you communicate more effectively and connect with people in every area of your life.

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Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Introduction

00:25 Before We Forget How To Connect

01:52 The High-Low Buffalo Icebreaker

02:45 Sharing Personal Highs

05:15 Sharing Personal Lows

11:40 Sharing Personal Buffalos

13:40 Escaping Small Talk

16:10 Overcoming Self-Judgment

17:58 Sharing Wins Without Sounding Arrogant

19:50 Communication Beyond The Script

20:40 Gen Z's Communication Struggles

23:20 Last Word, Last Letter Game

27:20 The Four Modalities Of Listening

29:50 The Three Follow-Up Questions Rule

35:50 How Do You Make A Great First Impression?

40:10 Reading the Room, Not Formulas

44:10 Finding Your Unique Voice

49:00 Life As A Book: New Chapters

50:40 Building Executive Presence

53:20 Fix Your Resting Blank Face

58:30 Filming Yourself For Self-Awareness

01:02:20 When Your Mind Goes Blank

01:06:10 The Power Of The Pause

01:09:30 How Can You Sound Confident When You’re Nervous?

01:14:40 From Texting Chemistry to Real-Life Connection

01:18:40 How to Communicate Better During Arguments

01:20:20 Learning to Speak Up In Meetings

01:25:45 How to Join a Conversation Without Feeling Awkward

01:28:20 Leaving A Conversation Gracefully

01:31:4 Embracing Vulnerability

Episode Resources:

Book | vinhgiang.com/before-we-forget-how-to-connect

Website | vinhgiang.com

YouTube | youtube.com/@askvinh

Facebook | facebook.com/share/1CCPX1ChrP/?mibextid=wwXIfr

LinkedIn | linkedin.com/in/vinhgiang

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