The Speak 4 Motivating Change Podcast

Education Podcasts

Curtis Campogni has always been passionate about the impact of Motivational Interviewing (MI) and the power of empathic communication. Throughout his professional journey, he witnessed the transformative potential of MI techniques in various industries and settings. Curtis recognized the need for a company that could bring together the principles of MI with real-life, practical experiences; thus, Speak for Motivating Change (Speak4MC) was born. Curtis brings years of experience in public speaking, persuasion, and interpersonal training. He has led programs funded by the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice and Department of Labor, overseeing non-profits providing clients employment, training, education, and mentoring. Curtis has experience assisting demographics of all ages and backgrounds, learning invaluable lessons about change and leadership as he rose from group home worker to Area Manager, Florida Transition Director, and now, founder of Speak4MC. These experiences have made him a highly sought-after leader who works with customers nationwide to inspire and maintain positive change. Curtis believes everyone has a unique story to tell and is committed to helping individuals and organizations maximize their strengths while improving areas for growth. Any person, organization, and community can grow, and Curtis is dedicated to ensuring the Speak For Motivating Change podcast promotes positive change! Download, follow, and visit us on all social media platforms! Speak4MC.com @Speak4MC

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United States

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Education Podcasts

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Curtis Campogni has always been passionate about the impact of Motivational Interviewing (MI) and the power of empathic communication. Throughout his professional journey, he witnessed the transformative potential of MI techniques in various industries and settings. Curtis recognized the need for a company that could bring together the principles of MI with real-life, practical experiences; thus, Speak for Motivating Change (Speak4MC) was born. Curtis brings years of experience in public speaking, persuasion, and interpersonal training. He has led programs funded by the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice and Department of Labor, overseeing non-profits providing clients employment, training, education, and mentoring. Curtis has experience assisting demographics of all ages and backgrounds, learning invaluable lessons about change and leadership as he rose from group home worker to Area Manager, Florida Transition Director, and now, founder of Speak4MC. These experiences have made him a highly sought-after leader who works with customers nationwide to inspire and maintain positive change. Curtis believes everyone has a unique story to tell and is committed to helping individuals and organizations maximize their strengths while improving areas for growth. Any person, organization, and community can grow, and Curtis is dedicated to ensuring the Speak For Motivating Change podcast promotes positive change! Download, follow, and visit us on all social media platforms! Speak4MC.com @Speak4MC

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@Speak4MC

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English

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Episodes

Motivational Interviewing Tips: 4 Ways We Promote Change

11/17/2023

The Speak4MC Podcast is back! In this episode, the focus is on motivational interviewing (MI). Four elements of MI are discussed: recognizing and emphasizing autonomy, developing discrepancy, supporting self-efficacy, and practicing active listening. These tips can be used to create a supportive environment that empowers people to explore their motivations and take meaningful steps toward change. Subscribe and follow Speak4MC for more tips. You got this! Speak4MC.com Subscribe and support! www.Speak4MC.com www.Youtube.com/@Speak4mc Follow on Linkedin, Twitter, Threads, Instagram & Facebook @Speak4MC @CurtisCampogni

Duration:00:19:25

The Psychology of Competition: Unleashing Your Team’s Full Potential

9/5/2023

This episode discusses the psychology of competition and how it can be used to unleash a team's full potential. It covers psychological concepts such as motivational interviewing, locus of control, and causality and how they can be used to motivate teams and foster an environment of ownership and respect. The importance of self-awareness and recognizing one's strengths and weaknesses is also discussed, as well as the concept of the "80% rule," which suggests that coaches strive for an 80% success rate to challenge their team while still allowing them to learn independently. Ultimately, this content encourages leaders to focus on the psychology of competition to inspire change and achieve success. It's time to reach a new level! Speak4MC.com Subscribe and support! www.Speak4MC.com www.Youtube.com/@Speak4mc Follow on Linkedin, Twitter, Threads, Instagram & Facebook @Speak4MC @CurtisCampogni

Duration:00:14:32

Happy Birthday: 39 Incredible Life Lessons Learned Before 40

8/22/2023

“Bro. That must have been a heavy sock.” It is official. Today, I turned 39, and the milestone of turning 40 is approaching. This realization caused me to reflect upon a recent conversation. Friend: Are you going to the gym? Me: No, I strained my back pretty bad. Friend: What happened? Me: I reached down to pick up a sock. Friend: That must have been a heavy sock. Me: (Hangs up) At this moment, I discovered an essential lesson about stretching and socks. I also wondered how honest I should be with my friends moving forward. In the spirit of turning 39, let us delve into the 39 lessons learned while navigating this incredible thing we call life. Let's discuss it! Subscribe and support! www.Speak4MC.com www.Youtube.com/@Speak4mc Follow on Linkedin, Twitter, Threads, Instagram & Facebook @Speak4MC @CurtisCampogni

Duration:00:18:23

Mike Evans: Harry Potter, Humility and Helping Others

8/14/2023

Mike Evans is a Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver praised by former teammate and two-time Super Bowl champion LeSean McCoy for his humility, talent, and willingness to help others. He and his wife have started the M1K3 Foundation, which helps empower youth, invest in education, and assist domestic violence victims. Evans also holds the NFL record for most consecutive 1000-yard seasons and puts his team first, even when it could potentially cost him his record. His foundation does events such as bowling nights that allow young people to meet him, and he has become known for his Harry Potter fandom. Mike Evans is an example of what it means to prioritize teamwork and helping others. Let's discuss why Mike deserves his flowers and why I have a shirt that says "Harry Potter" hanging on my wall. Subscribe and support! www.Speak4MC.com www.Youtube.com/@Speak4mc Follow on Linkedin, Twitter, Threads, Instagram & Facebook @Speak4MC @CurtisCampogni

Duration:00:13:29

Motivational Interviewing in the Workplace: Better Employee Engagement and Motivation is Possible

8/9/2023

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a powerful tool for inspiring personal and professional change and has been validated by over two hundred clinical trials. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration, non-judgmental approaches, respect for employees, and the connection between work and core values to increase employee satisfaction. Open-ended questions are essential for empowering employees, and recognizing small achievements can help build trust and loyalty. MI also acknowledges that change is a gradual process and encourages employees to think through their problem-solving. Let's discuss the role MI has in your day-to-day! Subscribe and support! www.Speak4MC.com www.Youtube.com/@Speak4mc Follow on Linkedin, Twitter, Threads, Instagram & Facebook @Speak4MC @CurtisCampogni

Duration:00:27:46

Another Meeting? How to Stop Boring Your People at Work

8/3/2023

No more meetings! – Pam from the Office Meetings can become dull and unengaging, but there are ways to make them more enjoyable. Establishing an agenda and clear objectives in advance, using interactive tools such as polls and quizzes, and incorporating relevant videos or team-building challenges can help to engage attendees. Keeping meetings short and changing the format can add variety and stimulate creativity. Finally, setting tasks that attendees must accomplish in the short term will increase focus and question-asking. Let’s discuss it! Speak4MC.com Subscribe and support! www.Speak4MC.com www.Youtube.com/@Speak4mc Follow on Linkedin, Twitter, Threads, Instagram & Facebook @Speak4MC @CurtisCampogni

Duration:00:17:43

Confirmation Bias, Empathy, and 4 Ways to Escape Jurassic Thinking

7/31/2023

Confirmation bias is dangerous and can lead to incorrect thinking, misconceptions, and stereotypes. It occurs when individuals seek information confirming their beliefs and dismissing anything that conflicts with them. This is often seen in echo chambers, where people only share information reinforcing their views. To combat this, it is important to actively seek out diverse viewpoints, own your social media accounts, talk to someone without an emotional investment in the outcome, and practice empathy. If so, we might change the world! Let’s discuss it! Subscribe and support! www.Speak4MC.com www.Youtube.com/@Speak4mc Follow on Linkedin, Twitter, Threads, Instagram & Facebook @Speak4MC @CurtisCampogni

Duration:00:20:49

How to Teach Toddlers Empathy Through Active Listening

7/24/2023

This episode discusses how to teach toddlers empathy through active listening. As a new parent who provides training on empathy, it was a humbling moment to learn I was not practicing it with the person who mattered most. Practical communication skills and active listening are vital in fostering empathy from an early age, allowing children to understand the emotions of others and promoting a positive and compassionate environment. The speaker also emphasizes that allowing toddlers to express their feelings without interruption is essential, as this builds trust and opens avenues for empathy. Finally, when adults practice empathy with toddlers, it can help create empathetic adults who will change the world. Let's discuss it! Speak4MC.com Subscribe and support! www.Speak4MC.com www.Youtube.com/@Speak4mc Follow on Linkedin, Twitter, Threads, Instagram & Facebook @Speak4MC @CurtisCampogni

Duration:00:09:52

Empathy and Self-Care: Understanding the Magnitude of Managing Feelings in Relationships

7/20/2023

Taylor Swift's song "Anti-Hero" highlights the power of empathy and its importance in managing feelings and relationships. Empathy can be divided into two primary types: cognitive and emotional. Cognitive empathy is understanding someone else's perspective, while emotional empathy is feeling their emotions. Self-reflection is essential to setting realistic expectations and understanding the type of empathy appropriate for a given situation. Cognitive empathy allows us to seek understanding without sacrificing our mental health. It is important to prioritize self-care when practicing empathy, as it is not always possible to be empathetic. Empathy is essential for creating a psychologically safe workplace and fostering healthier relationships. Empathy is a superpower that can help inspire change and create a better world. Let's discuss if/when/how empathy should be used to manage our relationships and inspire change. Subscribe and support! www.Speak4MC.com www.Youtube.com/@Speak4mc Follow on Linkedin, Twitter, Threads, Instagram & Facebook @Speak4MC @CurtisCampogni

Duration:00:16:04

Improve Engagement Immediately: The Role of Motivational Interviewing

7/18/2023

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is an evidence-based technique to evoke and strengthen a person's internal motivation for change. It focuses on active listening, empathy, and collaboration to establish trust and rapport with clients, allowing them to explore their ambivalence towards change. MI also uses the technique OARS - open-ended questions, affirmations, reflections, and summaries - to facilitate client interactions and maximize engagement. This approach applies to many programs and populations and can help inspire new perspectives and promote change. Let's explore the value of MI in Episode 2! Speak4MC.com Subscribe and support! www.Speak4MC.com www.Youtube.com/@Speak4mc Follow on Linkedin, Twitter, Threads, Instagram & Facebook @Speak4MC @CurtisCampogni

Duration:00:11:41

Overcoming the Fear of Public Speaking: Practical Techniques

7/17/2023

Public speaking is a common fear many individuals struggle to overcome, but with preparation, visualization, body language, vocal skills, and practice, anyone can conquer their fear. Marshall Mathers, aka Eminem, experienced this fear before he could overcome it. Visualizing success and being prepared can help reduce anxiety and boost confidence. Practicing in various scenarios can also help speakers become comfortable in unfamiliar settings. Additionally, body language, vocal techniques, and seeking out practice opportunities are essential in delivering an effective presentation. You have what it takes to crush that speech! Let's discuss how we can make that happen! Speak4MC.com Subscribe and support! www.Speak4MC.com www.Youtube.com/@Speak4mc Follow on Linkedin, Twitter, Threads, Instagram & Facebook @Speak4MC @CurtisCampogni

Duration:00:13:07