Unlocking the Power of Authentic Communication with Greta Muller

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From the bright lights of the stage to the boardroom, Greta Muller's journey took an unexpected turn when a tragic injury forced her to reevaluate her life's work. But what she discovered in the midst of her recovery would change the way she approached communication forever. Brace yourself for the plot twist that led Greta to become one of the leading advocates for authentic communication. What she learned could change the way you connect with others.

How hard do you want to make them work to buy whatever it is you're selling?- Greta Muller

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About Our Guest:

Greta Muller is a seasoned speaker coach with over 24 years of experience in empowering professionals and non-professionals alike. With a unique methodology developed from her extensive career as an actor, spokeswoman, and talent coach for television news and sports anchors, Greta has made it her mission to encourage and nurture the authenticity and individuality of her clients. Greta has a keen understanding of the importance of appearance and presentation when it comes to connecting with an audience, making her an expert in helping others hone their communication skills.

Reasons to Listen:

• Grasp the significance of genuine interaction in achieving effective communication.
• Tackle the anxiety linked to public speaking and elevate your confidence.
• Uncover the potential of vulnerability in forging meaningful connections.
• Embrace the pursuit of truth and authenticity for attaining personal development.
• Design purposeful relationships that pave the way for success.

Episode Highlights:

00:00:00 - Introduction,

Host Tim Winders welcomes guest Greta Muller, an experienced speaker coach and author of the book, "Opening Your Presence." The conversation will focus on how to be a better communicator, primarily from stage and in front of cameras.

00:03:57 - Appearance Matters,

Appearance is the strongest message we send, and it's the longest lasting impression we make. Greta explains that how we dress is the first step we take to prepare ourselves for what is in front of us. The way we present ourselves matters, and it's not about looking beautiful or like a fashion model, but about looking appropriate for the situation.

00:08:26 - Relating to the Audience,

When performing or speaking, it's essential to gear your delivery towards your audience. You should show respect and concern for that person and make it easy for them to buy or understand what you're selling. Always find a genuine part of your personality that can relate to the person you're addressing.

00:11:46 - Greta's Story,

Greta comes from a family of storytellers and was always a performer. She majored in theater in college and ended up in television and commercials. She discusses how her career changed around 38-40, a woman's career changes, and how her phone rang, leading her to become a broadcast coaching company.

00:15:23 - Becoming a Mentor,

Greta Muller talks about how coaching can help people navigate life's challenges. She sees herself more as a mentor and trusted advisor, helping people become their best selves.

00:16:41 - Breaking the Stereotype of Anchor Coaches,

Greta Muller mentions that many people think only good-looking people with excellent reading skills become anchor coaches. She explains how she tries to coach people to be more conversational and relatable instead of robotic.

00:19:20 - Tailoring Coaching to Personality,

Greta Muller discusses how every news station has a different style, culture, and personality. As a coach, she tailors her services to each individual client, keeping in mind their unique needs.

00:25:04 - Redefining Success After an Injury,

Greta Muller shares her experience of breaking her neck and how it led her to rethink her life. She realized that she loved her work but not the extensive travel, prompting her to open an office in New York and completely reinvent herself.

00:28:30 - Starting Fresh,

Greta Muller talks about tendering her resignation and starting fresh in New York after her non-compete period ended. She had to reinvent herself and find a new way to make a living, which ultimately led her to become a successful coach and mentor.

00:30:16 - Greta's awakening,

Greta talks about her awakening moment when she realized she was living her life unconsciously and decided to live a conscious life. She shares how she left her job and became a spiritual person.

00:31:17 - Redefining Success,

Tim and Greta discuss how people can become unconscious and keep working, convincing themselves that they can do more. Greta talks about the importance of acknowledging when we don't know something and saying "I don't know". She also shares her experience of saying no to a job that did not align with her values.

00:38:13 - Learning from experience,

Greta shares how she struggled with pleasing a demanding client, even though she knew that it was not the right fit for her. She also talks about how she learned from the experience and now knows when to say no.

00:42:18 - Writing a book,

Greta discusses how the lockdown during the pandemic gave her the opportunity to write the second edition of her book, which was more aligned with her values. She also talks about the challenges she faced while working with translators to translate her book into Greek and Chinese.

00:44:53 - Importance of communication,

Tim and Greta discuss the importance of effective communication, especially during the pandemic when most coaching and communication had to be done online. Greta shares tips on how to make online coaching more effective and helpful.

00:45:37 - The Power of Intention,

Greta emphasizes the importance of having a clear intention when speaking, whether it's to a small or large group. She advises focusing on how you want the audience to feel, not just what you want to tell them. Greta also notes that the biggest challenge she sees in her work is the negative self-talk that people engage in.

00:50:44 - Striking a Balance,

Greta discusses the challenge of balancing the desire to impress or sell with the need to be authentic. She advises clients to focus on being themselves and sharing information rather than performing. Greta also emphasizes the importance of starting small and building confidence incrementally.

00:54:54 - Building Confidence,

Greta shares her approach to helping clients build confidence, which involves starting with small steps, such as asking a question in a meeting or giving a short presentation to a small group. She also emphasizes the importance of seeing oneself as sufficient and focusing on one person at a time when speaking to a larger audience.

00:59:00 - Presenting the You You Want Others to See,

The main takeaway from Greta's book and work is that it's possible to be seen and heard the way you want to be seen and heard. She encourages people to make the connection between what they want and how they're presenting themselves, and to focus on delivering their authentic selves to their audience.

01:00:14 - Connecting with Greta Muller,

Greta provides her website - GretaMuller.com

01:01:04 - Seek Your Truth,

Greta emphasizes the importance of seeking your truth and authenticity in order for a path to be provided. This is a key principle in her book and can help everyone, from beginners to professionals, become better speakers.

01:01:27 - Book Recommendation,

Tim encourages listeners to get a copy of Greta's book, as it contains valuable principles for everyone. He also urges them to share the podcast episode with others who may benefit from the discussion.

01:01:57 - Are You Enough?,

The question of whether listeners are enough is explored, with Tim and Greta agreeing that everyone is enough and capable of achieving their goals. However, sometimes people need help and guidance along the way.

01:02:08 - Wrap-Up and Call to Action,

Tim reminds listeners to subscribe and listen to new episodes every Monday. He concludes by encouraging everyone to continue being their best selves and fulfilling their potential.

Key Lessons:

• Effective communication involves being able to relate to and interact with other people.
• Building confidence in communication is a gradual process that involves starting small and gradually building up one's skills and abilities.
• It is important to align one's values with the jobs and opportunities that one accepts.
• Rejection is a part of the journey towards effective communication, and learning to handle it gracefully is a valuable skill.
• Authenticity and humanity are key components of effective communication when speaking to larger groups of people.
• Communication skills can be developed through experience and coaching, even for individuals who are naturally shy or self-conscious.

Resources & Action Steps:

• Check out Greta Muller's book "Opening Your Presence" for tips on how to improve your communication skills.
• Consider hiring Greta as a speaker coach to improve your presentation skills.
• If you work in broadcast news, weather, or sports, consider hiring Greta as a broadcast coach to help you maintain your edge.
• Visit Greta's website to learn more about her coaching services and to book a session.
• Follow Greta on social media to stay updated on her latest offerings and tips for improving your communication skills.

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