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The Genius Life

464: Become a Better Speaker in Minutes with These Expert Tips | Michael Chad Hoeppner

The Genius Life

Max Lugavere

Health & Fitness

4.74.7K Ratings

🗓️ 17 February 2025

⏱️ 72 minutes

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Summary

Michael Chad Hoeppner is a renowned communication coach, founder of GK Training & Communications, and author of Don’t Say Um, helping professionals and leaders master the art of clear, confident, and compelling speech.

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0:00.0

What up team?

0:00.5

It's episode 464 of the Genius Life.

0:05.0

The Genius Life.

0:22.5

What's going on, everybody?

0:23.4

Welcome back to another episode of the show.

0:24.9

I'm your host, Max Lugavira.

0:26.7

And this is the show where we break down the science of health and wellness so that you

0:30.6

can live your most vibrant, informed life.

0:33.2

And today we're talking about something I'm super into, communication.

0:37.0

Now, you'd think after doing so much TV, speaking on huge stages, and appearing on some of the

0:41.7

world's largest podcasts, I'd want to just rest on my laurels when it comes to speaking,

0:46.4

but that's not the case. I'm always looking for ways to improve because the truth is,

0:50.8

being a better communicator makes everything in life better. Whether you're leading a meeting,

0:55.4

telling a story, or just trying to hold someone's attention at dinner, strong communication is a

1:00.8

superpower. And my guest today is Michael Chad Heppner, a communication coach and founder

1:06.4

of GK training and communications. He's worked with top executives, thought leaders, and professionals

1:11.9

across industries to help them master the art of effective speaking. And now he's sharing his

1:17.2

insights in his book, Don't Say Um, where he flips the script on traditional advice, because it's

1:22.0

not just about avoiding filler words, it's about intentional communication. In this conversation,

1:27.0

he's going to break down why body

1:29.0

language and vocal dynamics are just as important as the words you choose, how small tweaks

1:34.8

and your speaking habits can boost confidence, and even how exercises like finger walking, he'll

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