Today, I’m joined by Jennifer Dulski, Founder and CEO of Rising Team. With leadership experience at some of the world’s most influential tech companies—Yahoo!, Google, Facebook, and Change.org—and now teaching at Stanford’s Graduate School of Business, Jen brings a unique blend of operational excellence, empathy, and communication mastery.

In this episode, we explore how listening unlocks leadership, why personalization is key to delivering feedback, and how to balance humanity and AI in today’s workplace. Jen also shares her signature framework for clear communication—anchored in data and storytelling.

Whether you’re a new leader, a seasoned executive, or someone navigating the evolving landscape of work, you’ll take away practical ideas to sharpen your communication and expand your impact.

Let’s dive in.

Additional Resources:

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► Connect with Scott D'Amico on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottdamico/
► Connect with Jen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdulski/
► Learn more about Rising Team: https://risingteam.com/
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► Learn more about Communispond: https://www.communispond.com

Today, I’m joined by Caron Martinez, Senior Director of the Center for Professionalism & Communications at American University’s Kogod School of Business. Caron brings rich experience—from her early diplomatic roles at U.S. embassies to her current work shaping power skills in future business leaders.

In this episode, we explore how preparation and empathy fuel effective communication, how AI intersects with emotional intelligence and creativity in the classroom and workplace, and Caron’s process for coaching powerful feedback and adaptability.

Whether you’re navigating generational differences, leadership transitions, or the rise of AI in the workplace, this conversation offers practical strategies to elevate how you connect and communicate.

Let’s dive in.

Additional Resources:

► Follow Communispond on LinkedIn for more communication skills tips: https://www.linkedin.com/company/communispond
► Connect with Scott D'Amico on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottdamico/
► Connect with Caron: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caronmartinez/
► Subscribe to Communicast: https://communicast.simplecast.com/
► Learn more about Communispond: https://www.communispond.com

Today, I’m joined by John Gallagher. John is the driving force behind Growing Champions Coaching and is a renowned consultant and coach to some of the world’s most respected companies.

In this episode we explore the power of equanimity in communication and discuss how intentional feedback can transform performance.

Whether you're managing a team, navigating change, or simply striving to communicate with greater purpose, this episode delivers actionable strategies and thought-provoking lessons. Let’s dive in.

Additional Resources:

► Follow Communispond on LinkedIn for more communication skills tips: https://www.linkedin.com/company/communispond
► Connect with Scott D'Amico on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottdamico/
► Connect with John: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachjohngallagher/
► Learn more about John’s work: https://coachjohngallagher.com/
► Subscribe to Communicast: https://communicast.simplecast.com/
► Learn more about Communispond: https://www.communispond.com