Communication is an Art: Tips & strategies about leadership, networking, speaking up, and using your voice
Communication is an Art - because like all arts it takes practice to improve and succeed. As part of Pamela Lippitt Communications, LLC, this podcast takes a conversational approach to learning and implementing communication strategies in the workplace. Join Pam Lippitt for informative episodes and have a laugh or two along the journey.
Episodes
53 episodes
You Control the Flames
What do you do when you are just getting settled in your new job and the boss starts dumping more and more work on you. In this episode, Pam gives you concrete tips for control the flames, even if you can't control...
Giving Yourself Permission to Fail and What It Ultimately Brings You with Liz M. Lopez
In this episode, Pam and Liz talk about giving yourself permission to work through fear and succeed. From failure, to support systems to baby steps to begin your journey.We’ve known each other for a while now, mostly on zooms, but also i...
The K in SPARK - Keep on Keeping On
It’s time to wrap up 5 weeks of talking about my SPARK Method with K for Keep.I started the K for Keep it Clear, but there is so much more to it. Keep Consistent, Fresh, Reinventing and mostly Keep it Going.Use tools, stories, and...
The R in SPARk - Respect
Cue the Confetti!!! This is the 50th episode of Communication is an Art. In this week’s podcast we are continuing to move through the SPARk method, concentrating on Respecting Your Audience.Whether you ar...
The A in SPArk- Align
We moving through the Spark Method of Conversational Communication with Pam Lippitt. This week, Pam focuses on the A - Align Your Message. Every situation and interaction is different and you should be prepared to speak to each of t...
The P in SPark - Prepare
In this episode Pam continues to talk about her SPARK method of creating comfortable conversational communication. Dive into the P in SPARK and be prepared to succeed in new conversations.Want to learn mo...
The S in Spark-Start
For the next 5 weeks, Pam is diving into her SPARK method to help others see clearity in conversational communications.This week starts with the "S". Learn about Starting with Intention and how that can make all th...
Going into the Way-back Machine with Brenda Meller
It's the middle of July, I thought it was a perfect time to take a look at my early LinkedIn Live Events. This was my first one. Some things change, some things never do. Here us talk about "Coop-atition. And Social Media Karma amon...
Customer Service: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
I'm sharing a frustrating refrigerator delivery as a real-life lesson in how communication can shape—or damage—a customer’s entire experience.In this episode, Pam discusses:Every customer interaction is a first impression....
Taking my own advice
In this episode Pam gives herself a break by talking about how she can and should use the advice she gives others. It’s harder to do than you think. Listen along on your drive or walk today
From an Engineer to Leadership Coach
Join Pam Lippitt and Kris Liebau as she shares the journey from engineering to leadership coaching. It takes a lot to bring together the human side with the analytical side as we look at work and life. There is so much more than the...
Small Talk - It Can Lead to Something Big
While some people poo-poo small talk, Communication Specialist, Pam Lippitt does not!Learn why she thinks the right small talk can lead to big things. With a special nod to Brenda Meller and Bobbie Carlton who have both been featured in ...
What's in a Name?
In this week's podcast, Pam Lippitt talks about why the first meeting is no longer the first meeting. Take a listen and share.Take a deeper dive into how the first meeting is no longer the first one. Also, learn how her famil...
I-Me vs. We
Do you ever read an email or connection request and it's just a sales pitch about what the person on the other end does?Stop the madness! Today Pam talks about learning the difference between talking about yourself versus wanting to have...
Why speaking is so important, especially for women with guest, Bobbie Carlton
This week, Pam is joined by Bobbie Carlton of Innovation Women. Learn all about why Bobbie considers Innovation Women including Speaker Friend Fridays is indeed her Dream Job.Key takeaways this week –Getting more women on stages p...
Creating a Better Version of YOU
In this week's episode of Communication is an Art, Pam takes a look at communication not only being a soft skill, but something that is tangible and can be measured. How do you know if your communication is working?Do your words:...
When You See Things Clearly - Improving How You Communicate
In this weeks Communication is an Art podcast, your host, Pamela Lippitt, talks about getting new glasses and contacts which enabled her to see much more clearly.Find out how this relates to how we communicate more clearly too.Wan...
When Meeting Chairs and Leaders Don't Lead
This week's episode is a little different than others. I usually start by sharing my take on good leadership. I put the episode that was meant to be for this week on pause until next week to share a horrible meeting with you.When leaders...
On a Soapbox Today - Equal Pay Day 2026
Today is #EqualPayDay meaning it takes a woman 15 months to equal the pay a man makes for the same job in 12 months.Hard to imagine in 2026. Pam is wearing red today for Equal Pay Day. Are you? Here are 5 facts to know:&n...
Another look at the Power of the Pause
Pam looks back on an earlier episode of Communication is an Art about the Power of the Pause and how it relates to leaving space for others to create great on-going relationships.If you want to hear the full episode again, it is Episode ...
What Makes You A Leader
This episode really hit home. Are you a leader because you decide you are? Pam dives into a conversation about leadership really being a reaction to how others perceive your skills. Leadership is a way you act, not a title. So, make...
Welcome to Women's History Month - Women Leaders
Welcome to March and Women's History Month. During March, Pam will be sharing quotes from some of her favorite women leaders and how those quotes relate to leadership and communications. Here is the first one - “It took me quite ...
Chose your Mentors Wisely
In this episode, Pam Lippitt shares some stories about how she chose her mentors and experiences that taught her the importance and impact of paying it forward.I hope you enjoy and learn from this. I am a firm believer that learning and ...
It's Easy To Be A Leader When Things Are Going Swimmingly
In this episode, Pam Lippitt talks about how easy it is to be seen as a great leader when things are going well. But a great leader is defined by how one acts when things are not going smoothly,I hope you will subscribe and tell others a...
