Influence & Impact: Owning your Voice in the Boardroom with Dr Rockford Sansom

In this episode of High Notes, Melissa chats with Dr Rockford “Rocky” Sansom, a renowned voice coach and author, about the power and presence of the human voice. Together, they unpack how to manage nerves, why simplicity can transform communication, and how to make your voice truly resonate. Rocky shares practical, down-to-earth strategies for building vocal confidence, connecting with your audience, and thriving in high-pressure situations. The conversation also touches on being authentically yourself, understanding what matters to your listeners, and using effective vocal tools to enhance impact. They round out the discussion exploring cultural differences in communication, the evolution of voice science, and how emotion shapes the way we sound and connect. Links: https://www.rockfordsansom.com/ https://www.brava.uk.com/post/internationally-acclaimed-voice-coach-dr-rockford-sansom-joins-brava Why Should Anyone Be Led by You?: What It Takes To Be An Authentic Leader - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Why-Should-Anyone-Led-You/dp/1578519713 https://historyofenglishpodcast.com/ Ready to elevate your voice, confidence, and communication at work? Contact us at BRAVA Business and start making every conversation count: brava.uk.com/business Stay connected with BRAVA Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news, training opportunities and insights connecting business, acting, and voice: brava.uk.com/subscribe 00:00 Introduction to High Notes Podcast 00:33 Meet Dr Rockford Sansom: Voice Coach Extraordinaire 01:29 The Essence of Presence and Overcoming Nerves 03:29 Finding Your True Voice 06:48 Impact and Influence in Business Communication 07:12 The Power of Breath and Storytelling 09:59 Comfort in Being Seen: Lessons from Leaders 14:52 Voice Actors in Professional Settings 17:10 Dispelling Myths About Public Speaking 23:55 Voice Pedagogy: Teaching and Techniques 27:27 The Wine Cork Technique 28:39 Voice Science in Coaching 31:06 Voice Analysis and Training 34:24 Changing Voices and Science 37:36 Voice in the Boardroom 43:02 Cultural Differences in Voice 46:55 Joining BRAVA as a Master Coach 48:25 Improving Vocal Presence 50:16 A Transformative Coaching Story 53:36 The Dynamic Nature of Voice Work Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.