Just Saying - The BRIEF Lab

Latest Episodes
Ep. 290 – Making time for people
In this weeks episode, I discuss the importance of making time for people in our busy lives and emphasize the significance of intentional communication. I discuss the value of being a good listener
Ep. 289 – Disagreeable gray communication
In this episode of Just Saying, I talk about the disagreeable nature of gray communication and how it can be detrimental to effective communication. I explain how generative AI like Chat GPT can be us
Ep. 288 – When to stop for questions and comments
In this weeks podcast episode, I discuss the importance of knowing when to stop and field questions or comments during a presentation or briefing. Many presenters make the mistake of asking for quest
Ep. 287 – When to call a meeting (and cancel one)
In this weeks episode of Just Saying, I dive into the perplexing question of when to call a meeting or when to cancel one. I stress the importance of having a clear agenda and promoting active enga
Ep. 286 – When to provide an update
In this podcast, I discuss the importance of providing effective updates. Whether youre updating a colleague in a higher role or someone who works for you, its crucial to get it right. Frustration a
Ep. 285 – The power of quiet query
In this weeks podcast, I stress the importance of asking good questions and emphasize the need to take time when formulating questions beforehand. I recommend using a [brief] map to organize ones t
Ep. 284 – A brief take on AI & communication (part 2)
In this podcast episode, I talk about my take on AI and its impact on communication. Ill discuss how AI can be used as a tool to jumpstart the creative process for writers, conduct research, and deve
Ep. 283 – A brief take on AI & communication (part 1)
In this podcast episode, I discuss the growing impact of artificial intelligence on communication. I specifically focus on generative AI, which can create new data and content that imitates human-crea
Ep. 282 – Disclaimer on disclaimers
I discuss the power and potential harm of disclaimers in communication. I emphasize the importance of being aware of how disclaimers can trigger listeners brains and change their listening, and encou
Ep. 281 – What happens when an expert you like holds court
Its easy to understand why you tune out a subject matter expert (SME) that doesnt interest you and talks too much. But what happens when you meet some whos proficient in an area that deeply interes