"Say What You Mean and Mean What You Say Without Being Mean When You Say It" ~ Meryl Runion Rose 
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The Talk
Do you say what you mean?
Do you express your true self effectively? Or do words fail you?
When your mouth opens, whose voice comes out?
Being someone you're not is hard work. Being you is easy…once you get past persona.
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The Walk
Do you mean what you say?
Do you honor your words? Can people count on what you say?
If you don’t mean it, don’t say it. Talk your walk and then walk your talk. That protects the power of your words.
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The Grace
Do you say what you mean and mean what you say WITHOUT being mean when you say it?
Are your words weapons, or expressions of wisdom?
Sincerity is far more effective than brutal honesty. The SpeakStrong Method is gracefully effective.
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The Method
What is your communication method?
Do you prepare for important conversations? Or do you wing it?
It’s amazing what deliberate communication skill practice can do to help you express your true self effectively.
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The Path
You can go cheap or go deep.
Persona projects an image. Personhood radiates you. Which will it be?
The SpeakStrong Method isn’t for everyone. Let me help you tap in to the power of being “youer than you” and to express your true self effectively.
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Persona or Personhood?
Looking for some tips to push your weight around? This isn't the place. Looking for a way to express your true self effectively? This is for you. Read on.
I'm sitting at a table with conference attendees the day after my keynote. One woman tells me:
"During your talk, I turned to the gal sitting next to me and said: 'Meryl just said the opposite of what the speaker before her said.'"
"Thanks for noticing!" I
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I Want to Help You SpeakStrong
Express your true self effectively. That's what Speaking Strong is all about! There are so many ways to tap in to your own authentic power. The resources below are just a few.
While communication excellence takes knowledge and skill, we know that Excellence Takes Practice. We aren't about theory here at SpeakStrong. We're about talking the walk AND walking the talk.
So when we invite you to join us in our adventure, we're
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This page offers a plethora of fantastic tools and free resources. Start with the Online Tools, where you can take the Communication Style Inventory and learn what style you lead with. Online Tools also contains inspirational movies, an interactive exercise and a tutorial on how to use PowerPhrases! You can view the SpeakStrong database of helpful articles, subcribe to the newsletter, blog, or quote of the day . There are also some free downloadable posters at
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I Works With Words Because Our Voices Matter
Hi. I’m Meryl Runion Rose. It pains me when good hearted and wise people are unable to speak the truth - unable to influence a situation. I'm talking about myself here sometimes too. When I know my input is just what a situation needs, it's important to be able to give it.
I earned an MSCI, and a CSP. I identify more with my perspective as a Communication Alchemist. I know the
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What is your Communication Style? +
Assess to Express Your True Self Effectively My SpeakStrong Method has two free online communication quizzes for your personal and organizational use.… Read More -
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If you're still wondering, "Is this Method right for me?", then click here to read a success story and learn more! Read More -
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SpeakStrong Method Intro Overview
SpeakStrong Kata
Communication Excellence Takes
Practice. Here's how.
What is your Communication Style?
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Sweet Spot Poster
Free Poster download 11"X17"
Communication Sweet Spot
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Follow My Blog
I blog daily when I have a lot to say. When I don't have much to say, I stay silent. Kind of how it outta be, don't you think? Lots of great communication tips.
Quick Start Book Package
A great way to jump-start your SpeakStrong Method practice. Phrases, stories and concrete communication "kata" - practices for excellence.