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Be Confident. Be Credible. Be Clear

47m · Freelancer Nation · 08 Dec 05:05

Glenn van Zutphen is a career international journalist, radio host, and Founder of VanMedia Group Pte Ltd, a worldwide media consultancy. He has coached over 2500 high-performing business leaders, journalists, government officials around the world to be confident, credible, and clear in their spoken & written communication across all platforms. Glenn is a recognized communications expert, keynote speaker, and meeting facilitator.

He also hosts the “Saturday Mornings” radio show every week on MoneyFM 89.3, Singapore’s most trusted business news station.

Glenn joins the show to tell us how to talk to people effectively.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

0:00 Intro

3:05 Communication in Modern Life

5:47 Starting Conversations in a Choosy and Sensitive Climate

8:49 Shifting Mindset From Freelancer to Entrepreneurship

10:36 Communication Differences in Asian Culture

13:13 How to Make Memorable Conversations

17:53 What NOT to do during communication?

26:04 Strategizing Your Brand Communication

31:04 Networking & Public Speaking Tips for Freelancers/Entrepreneurs

37:39 The Connection Aspect in Everyday Life

42:31 Glenn's Most UNCOOL self in Tokyo

44:54 Glenn's Social Media Handles

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