In less than 20 minutes a week, we'll introduce you to an expert or business owner with deep experience in what they do. Grow you, grow your team, grow a small business. In this episode of Grow a Small Business, host Michael Denehey speaks with Theo Kapodistrias from Theo Kapodistrias Speaking and Coaching & Director of TEDxHobart. Theo shares valuable insights on improving leadership communication, emphasizing practical frameworks and his five C's approach. He is the author of the book A Way With Words available in paperback and Kindle Learn how these strategies can enhance your business's success and listen to the full episode now!   Key Takeaways for Small Business Owners: Building Confidence: Theo Kapodistrias emphasizes the importance of confidence in public speaking, particularly for those who manage large teams but are uncomfortable speaking in front of groups. Techniques to build confidence include breathing exercises, thorough preparation, and utilizing a structured framework for presentations. The Five C's Framework: Theo's "five C's" framework consists of knowing your audience, delivering information effectively, maintaining confidence, presenting creatively, and being authentic. This framework helps speakers structure their presentations and deliver their messages more effectively. Effective Communication: Not all information is best delivered through presentations. Theo illustrates this with an example where dense legislative changes were better communicated via an infographic rather than a traditional presentation. This highlights the importance of choosing the right method to engage your audience. Our hero crafts outstanding reviews following the experience of listening to our special guests. Are you the one we've been waiting for? Continuous Improvement: Regardless of current proficiency, small business owners should invest time and resources into improving their communication skills. This ongoing development is crucial for effective leadership and building trust within teams. Systems and Processes: Having systems and processes, like the five C's framework, provides structure and confidence in business operations. These tools are essential for growing a business and ensuring consistent performance.   Engage Creatively: Avoid simply reading information to your audience. Find creative ways to present your message that captivate and resonate with your listeners. One action small business owners can take: One action small business owners can take, as suggested by Theo Kapodistrias, is to invest time and effort in improving their communication skills. This includes understanding their audience, developing confidence, and using frameworks to deliver information effectively. By honing these skills, business owners can enhance their leadership capabilities and build stronger connections with their teams. Do you have 2 minutes every Friday? Sign up to the Weekly Leadership Email. It's free and we can help you to maximise your time. Enjoyed the podcast? Please leave a review on iTunes or your preferred platform. Your feedback helps more small business owners discover our podcast and embark on their business growth journey. ?     Quotable quotes from our special Grow A Small Business podcast guest: Invest in your communication skills; they are critical for leadership – Theo Kapodistrias Frameworks make presenting easier; they provide a structure for your content – Theo Kapodistrias Tailor your communication to engage your audience effectively – Theo Kapodistrias