The Communicate Great Podcast

The Communicate Great Podcast

Whether for your personal or professional life, Communicate Great is here to help you level up your communication for deeper connection, stronger relationships, and greater impact with all of your important people. From communication with self, to clients and teammates, to friends and family, to anyone else that matters to you, level up your relationships through the skill of communication. Check out our podcast which gives communication tips and tricks.

Episodes

June 23, 2025 37 mins

In this powerful episode, I sit down with my new friend Dee—an inspiring entrepreneur whose journey from small-town Indiana to building a six-figure business and traveling the world is nothing short of remarkable.

Dee opens up about growing up with low expectations, wrestling with doubt in his faith and purpose, and what it really takes to build a life you love. From a breaking point that had him punching walls to a breakthrough tha...

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What if talking about death is actually one of the most loving things you can do?
In this moving episode, Traci Poe talks with caregiver and coach Isabel Melgarejo about the conversations we tend to avoid — and why facing them matters.

Drawing from her personal journey as a 20-year-old caregiver navigating grief, responsibility, and identity, Isabel offers powerful insights into how to communicate clearly and compassionately duri...

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Ever feel like you're holding back in conversations — even when you have something important to say?

Emotional blocks like anxiety, perfectionism, and people-pleasing can silently sabotage how we communicate.

In this eye-opening episode, Traci Poe talks with coach and former trauma therapist Sherry McClurkin about what really gets in the way of authentic connection — and how to break free.

Sherry introduces her powerful R.E.N.E.W. fra...

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How do you stay calm and communicate clearly when everything feels like it's falling apart?

When emotions are high, communication can break down fast — especially during divorce. In this powerful episode, divorce coach and strategist Sharri Freedman shares how to protect your peace while communicating through one of the most emotionally charged seasons of life.

You'll learn how to stay calm in the chaos, set boundaries with intention...

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What if the secret to more authentic communication and effortless creativity wasn’t more effort—but smarter tools?

This conversation will spark ideas and encourage you to explore how digital tools can support authentic human connection.

In this inspiring episode of The Communicate Great Podcast, host Traci Poe chats with Leanne Lyon, Chief Joy Officer of Joyminder, about how AI is changing the way we connect, create, and communicate.

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Ever freeze up during small talk or feel awkward at networking events—or even dinner parties?

In this episode of The Communicate Great Podcast, host Traci Poe sits down with networking coach Rachel, who shares her powerful “Three P’s” strategy—Passion, Personal, and Problem—to help steer conversations with confidence and authenticity.

Rachel’s insights apply to both professional relationships and personal connections, offering tools ...

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Ever freeze up the moment the mic goes live or the camera turns on? You're not alone—

In this episode of the Communicate Great Podcast, Traci Poe sits down with Chris Templeton, founder of Influence Spotlights, to unpack how video and voice can become powerful tools for sharing your story with confidence and authenticity.

Hear how Chris helps people go from "I hate my voice" to “I can’t believe I did that!”—and pick up practical tips...

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How do you stay calm and productive when emotions are running high?

In this episode, Traci sits down with mediator and communication coach Alice to dive into the world of high-stakes conversations—from divorce and family feuds to workplace conflict.

Alice shares her top strategies for keeping conversations civil, spotting emotional triggers, and helping people with wildly different goals find a path forward.

Whether you're negotiat...

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In this episode, we dive into The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace with our special guest, who shares how organizations can thrive by intentionally encouraging their people.

Discover how learning and using the right “appreciation language” can boost employee morale, improve teamwork, and reduce burnout.

Whether you're a leader, manager, or teammate, you'll walk away with practical insights on how to create a culture where...

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Discover the art and skill and power of listening in this episode of the Communicate Great Podcast.

Guest Deb Porter, of HOLD (Hearing Out Life's Drama) offers actionable advice on listening with intention, as well as a judgment-free, listening ear to those who need someone who will hold space and listen to them.

Here's Deb's link to learn more, book a listening appointment, and grab her resources -> https://www.hearingoutlifedr...

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Can negativity be our friend?

Want to talk about what's in your TEA? What's in the other person's TEA?

Listen and learn!

Letitia Bates is a speaker, author, EFT expert and coach helping others next level their lives through using emotional intelligence and emotional inventory.

Want more on Letitia? Go here -> https://letitiabates.online

Want to chat with Letitia? Go here -> http://chatwithletitia.com


Whether for your personal o...

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Why does follow up matter and how can we do it right?

Join us as we cover this interesting and relationally important topic with guest, Bethany George, the Follow Up Boss!

Want to take Bethany's "Sales Archetype Quiz" or want to learn more about Bethany? Go here -> TheFollowUpBoss.com

Whether for your personal or professional life, we offer tips and tricks to help you Communicate Great, leveling up your communication to connect wit...

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How important is emotional regulation when communicating with others?

Catch this episode to learn more from expert Faith Rivera, Founder and Principal Consultant of Alo Civitas.

For more on Faith or Alo Civitas, or to sign up for her newsletter, go here -> https://alocivitas.com

Whether for your personal or professional life, we offer tips and tricks to help you Communicate Great, leveling up your communication to connect with an...

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How does defining yourself elevate your communicate skills?

Join our guest, LaToya Germaine, as we talk about her journey with helping others define themselves through the power of her wisdom and her books.

For more on LaToya, Germane Learning, or her books, visit here -> https://www.germanelearning.xyz

Whether for your personal or professional life, we offer tips and tricks to help you Communicate Great, leveling up your communi...

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Do you listen to react, or listen to respond?

Join guest David Creel, The Blindspot Coach, and host Traci Poe as we talk about listening and so many more great tidbits about communication.

For more on David, go here -> https://davidcreel.com

Whether for your personal or professional life, we offer tips and tricks to help you Communicate Great, leveling up your communication to connect with and build deeper relationships with all ...

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Join guest, Kerri Steele, as we talk about having age-appropriate, honest and difficult conversations with kids.

Kerri, Founder of Little Hearts of Hope, is dedicated to supporting children affected by a cancer diagnosis in their family.

To reach out to Kerri, here is her email -> kerri@littleheartsofhope.org

To learn more about Little Hearts of Hope, go here -> kerri@littleheartsofhope.org

To donate to this important nonprofit,...

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How do you communicate to connect? Join guest LaDonna McAbee, the Networking Expert, as we talk about connecting with others.

To learn more about LaDonna, connect with her -> https://ladonnamcabee.com

To grab LaDonna's free gifts, go here -> https://ladonnamcabee.com/claim-gift

You can also connect with her on LinkedIn here -> linkedin.com/in/networkingexpert

Whether for your personal or professional life, we offer tips and t...

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What impact can communicating with compassion have in the workplace? Staci Wright shares some stories that highlight the importance of having compassion with others.

To learn more about or get in contact with Staci about the HeartProfit movement or the HeartProfit Certification for your company, click -> ⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550536352198⁠

To learn more about Staci's company, IP2Market, click -> http://www...

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What is a Giant Builder and how do you become one? Join The Communicate Great Podcast's host Traci Poe in a conversation with guest Lois Wyant as she explains what giant building is, and gives her communication tips when growing to be a giant builder.

Click to find the Giant Builders Podcast -> https://podcasts.bcast.fm/the-giant-builders

For more on Lois, click -> https://thegiantbuilders.com

Whether for your personal or profe...

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How do you show compassion at the same time as turning a profit in your business? Join us as Staci Wright, CEO of IP2Market and CEO Essentials by Staci Renee, talks about the HeartProfit movement and how to handle stress in our lives.

For more information on Staci, check out these ->

ceoessentials.net

biggirlspaessentials.com

Www.ip2market.biz


Whether for your personal or professional life, we offer tips and tricks to help you Commu...

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