Hello, Molly here with practical tips and more to help you Say It Skillfully, especially in challenging circumstances.

August's edition of The Solution newsletter includes a user submitted question about how to handle your boss making you the "messenger" while neglecting their 1:1s, a cheatsheet on being encouraging (without being demanding), and a podcast with unexpected social media sensation David Lorimer.

Your boss has gotten into a routine of having you deliver his messages to the rest of the team, which is demoralizing to them. How do you get your boss to break this habit?

 You can send your requests to me at [email protected] or click here.

Often I'm told, "Hang on, I'm writing down what you said." My communication cheatsheet saves you that effort!

Unexpected social media sensation David Lorimer joins me for this episode of the Say It Skillfully podcast and delves into the "behind-the-scenes" of his @today.iam.grateful Instagram page. 

David authentically shares his journey, from his childhood in Iowa and Kentucky through his adult life, telling tales of his career, relationships, finding himself, and the captivating story of what led to the idea to create gratitude videos on social media. He teaches us how intentional gratitude and personal reflection are the greatest shields against mental health issues.

Click on the thumbnail above for the full video podcast with David, or click here for the full audio podcast.

Also, check out these previous Say It Skillfully Podcast episodes!

• Stew Friedman - Total Leadership for a Total Life

• Garry Ridge - Compelling Culture, Learning Moments Galore

• Mariana Sanz - Tips from One of LATAM's Top PR Leaders

And thank you Ryan Berman for inviting me for another chat on your Courageous Podcast! Always a delight to spend time with you. Listen to the episode here.

P.S. Join over 30,000 learners in my LinkedIn course, "Leadership Communication in the Flow of Work".

The link will take you to a post that grants free 24 hour access to the course material.

Stay tuned for my new, at your own pace, online learning program—Say It Skillfully 101.

Cheering for you to reach your full potential!