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May 16, 2025 55 mins

In this episode, we sit down with the incredible Velma Knowles—a Gallup-certified strengths coach, public speaker, and leadership strategist—to dive deep into the communication blind spots that hold teams and leaders back.

We explore: ✅ How to identify and overcome common communication gaps ✅ Why strengths-based development is essential for leadership growth ✅ How Velma’s unique upbringing shaped her communication style and leadership philosophy ✅ Actionable tips to communicate more effectively at work

Velma’s passion for people and performance shines as she shares hard-earned wisdom from her personal journey and professional experience helping organizations build cultures of trust, clarity, and collaboration.

📌 Learn more about Velma Knowles at: https://www.velmaknowles.com/about

📌 Learn more about Kara Kirby at: https://insightslg.com/

📌 Learn more about Velma Knowles at: https://BlakeEvanCohen.com

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