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Episode Synopsis
Effective communication is vital for connecting, empowering, and leading communities. Erika Irby, Director of Partner Marketing for the Americas at Microsoft is a purpose driven champion who speaks to the importance of internal communication, public speaking, and leadership awareness.
Highlights include:
A leadership style shaped by her early career in teaching, where she learned the value of adaptability and empathy.
Keep the audience in mind when considering messaging.
Bucket fillers and Erika's book entitled, Pieces of Me: A Poetry Collection. Be sure to find fulfillment in filling your own bucket.
Microsoft and D&I, Erika co-leading a Women of GPS, a chapter of Microsoft ERG & giving 'your floor space to someone.'
Sharing your voice about AI as 'that missing voice will impact future generations.'
Be a leader who finds fulfillment by uplifting others. Tune in to hear Erika’s story and her advice for aspiring tech leaders, and pick up her book, Pieces of Me: A Poetry Collection.
Time Stamps:
[00:06:40] Critical skill of communication
[00:19:57] Bucket fillers and writing a book
[00:23:26] D&I
[00:25:29] Speak up about AI & Copilot
[00:32:47] Opportunities in IT
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If you want to master the art of audience engagement while learning how to conquer speaking anxiety, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals, this is the program for you. Twins Talk It Up is hosted by identical twin brothers Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown, who share leadership communication strategies designed to help professionals embrace the power of their authentic voice.
Together, we’ll explore tips and tools to unlock the full potential of your voice, dominate every stage you step onto, and elevate your influence and value. Along the way, we’ll crush goals and share plenty of laughs.
Book a Free 15-minute discovery call: dsbleadershipgroup.com/schedule-a-call/
Website: appmeetup.com/twinstalkitup/
Community: facebook.com/groups/publicspeakingpoints
Patreon: patreon.com/twinstalkitup
Highlights include:
A leadership style shaped by her early career in teaching, where she learned the value of adaptability and empathy.
Keep the audience in mind when considering messaging.
Bucket fillers and Erika's book entitled, Pieces of Me: A Poetry Collection. Be sure to find fulfillment in filling your own bucket.
Microsoft and D&I, Erika co-leading a Women of GPS, a chapter of Microsoft ERG & giving 'your floor space to someone.'
Sharing your voice about AI as 'that missing voice will impact future generations.'
Be a leader who finds fulfillment by uplifting others. Tune in to hear Erika’s story and her advice for aspiring tech leaders, and pick up her book, Pieces of Me: A Poetry Collection.
Time Stamps:
[00:06:40] Critical skill of communication
[00:19:57] Bucket fillers and writing a book
[00:23:26] D&I
[00:25:29] Speak up about AI & Copilot
[00:32:47] Opportunities in IT
--- more ---
If you want to master the art of audience engagement while learning how to conquer speaking anxiety, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals, this is the program for you. Twins Talk It Up is hosted by identical twin brothers Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown, who share leadership communication strategies designed to help professionals embrace the power of their authentic voice.
Together, we’ll explore tips and tools to unlock the full potential of your voice, dominate every stage you step onto, and elevate your influence and value. Along the way, we’ll crush goals and share plenty of laughs.
Book a Free 15-minute discovery call: dsbleadershipgroup.com/schedule-a-call/
Website: appmeetup.com/twinstalkitup/
Community: facebook.com/groups/publicspeakingpoints
Patreon: patreon.com/twinstalkitup
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