

Communicate to Motivate
Jim Van Allan
Combining entertaining stories, practical information, and relevant take-aways helping to improve your communication skills so you can feel motivated in all areas of life.
Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication.
New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful!
JimVanAllan.com
@JimVanAllan on all social media
Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication.
New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful!
JimVanAllan.com
@JimVanAllan on all social media
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Apr 3, 2023 • 40min
Striking a Deal: My Conversation with Alexiou Gibson, Shark Tank Deal Winner & Founder of The Transformation Factory
Alexiou Gibson, Shark Tank Deal Winner & Founder of The Transformation Factory, discusses his Shark Tank experience, revolutionary product, leadership style, views on company culture, and the emotional journey to developing better health habits.

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Mar 13, 2023 • 11min
Delayed Dreams: Still Worth Chasing
Dr. Jim Van Allan, Vice President of Schools with The Jon Gordon Companies, discusses delayed dreams and the importance of timing and credibility. They explore challenges of writing a book, trusting the process, and building credibility. They also emphasize pursuing delayed dreams, being on a mission, and trusting in God's perfect timing.

Feb 16, 2023 • 20min
Avoiding Coasting in Your Relationship: Special Conversation with Stephanie Van Allan of The Fitness Mission
No matter how long you have been together with your partner, we still should make genuine attempts to understand each other. Personalities shift over the years, and relational maintenance is needed! In today's episode, I am joined by my wife, Stephanie Van Allan, who runs a fitness non-profit You Tube channel called The Fitness Mission. She believes in a healthy mind, body, and soul. Enjoy this great conversation on a little-known yet very important aspect of communication: chronemics- how each person values time....it says so much about personality and actions! *This was recorded LIVE on her You Tube channel on 2/14/2023 ----------------------------------------------------- Dr. Jim Van Allan is the Vice President of Schools with The Jon Gordon Companies. He runs The Energy Bus for Schools program which helps to build positive school campuses across the country. Jim speaks to schools and companies on leadership, communication, culture, vision, and more. He is also a Professor of Communications with the Keiser University E-Campus. Jim has a goal to help people improve their communication skills one podcast at a time. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida. New podcast episode every week where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission

Feb 6, 2023 • 15min
The Hybrid Relationship: Collaboration Breeds Communication
When taking a hybrid approach to a relationship, the traditional gender roles and responsibilities are significantly shared. When two people have the right mentality about the relationship and engage in a shared experience, it will solidify a stronger relationship. In this episode, we look at what this new 'hybrid man' looks like and ramifications for future generations. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dr. Jim Van Allan is the Vice President of Schools with The Jon Gordon Companies. He runs The Energy Bus for Schools program which helps to build positive school campuses across the country. Jim speaks to schools and companies on leadership, communication, culture, vision, and more. He is also a Professor of Communications with the Keiser University E-Campus. Jim has a goal to help people improve their communication skills one podcast at a time. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida. New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission

Jan 30, 2023 • 12min
How Bad Do You Really Want a Habit Change?
It all starts with you. How bad do you want to make a shift in your life? Until you really recognize and want something, it tends to not happen. If this is the year you finally want to make a change, you have to go all in...with a plan that works for you. In today's episode, we explore 4 ways to really succeed at habit and life changes. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dr. Jim Van Allan is the Vice President of Schools with The Jon Gordon Companies. He runs The Energy Bus for Schools program which helps to build positive school campuses across the country. Jim speaks to schools and companies on leadership, communication, culture, vision, and more. He is also a Professor of Communications with the Keiser University E-Campus. Jim has a goal to help people improve their communication skills one podcast at a time. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida. New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission

Jan 16, 2023 • 18min
Influence to Action: What Made MLK Such a Great Speaker
Today we celebrate and honor the life of Martin Luther King Jr. He truly found his purpose and calling preaching and leading the Civil Right Movement in the late 50's and 60's. His impact led to many legal changes and way of life for Black people across America. In this episode we look at the Top 6 things that made MLK such an impactful and brilliant speaker. If you are looking to improve your public speaking, this is a must listen. Dr. Jim Van Allan is the Vice President of Schools with The Jon Gordon Companies. He runs The Energy Bus for Schools program which helps to build positive school campuses across the country. Jim speaks to schools and companies on leadership, communication, culture, vision, and more. He is also a Professor of Communications with the Keiser University E-Campus. Jim has a goal to help people improve their communication skills one podcast at a time. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida. New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission

Jan 9, 2023 • 14min
The Comeback: 5 Things To Do As You Walk Your Path in 2023
What path are you on in 2023? What kind of anxiety do you have about new ventures and goals you set for yourself? Every path is an opportunity to change your life for the better and inspire others in the process. Learn 5 things to do as you start down your path in 2023. --------------------------------- Dr. Jim Van Allan is the Vice President of Schools with The Jon Gordon Companies. He runs The Energy Bus for Schools program which helps to build positive school campuses across the country. Jim speaks to schools and companies on leadership, communication, culture, vision, and more. He is also a Professor of Communications with the Keiser University E-Campus. Jim has a goal to help people improve their communication skills one podcast at a time. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida. New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission

Jan 2, 2023 • 11min
We're Back! The Return of Communicate to Motivate for 2023
The Return is Here! Communicate to Motivate is back for 2023. There will be new episodes, special guests, and lots of important take-aways as we move from series to series. Everyone loves a big return and a great comback. This goes for all of our listeners as you ring in a new year...what will your comeback be? What positive habits will you return to? Listen in as we talk all about our great comeback! --------------------------------------------------------------------- Dr. Jim Van Allan is the Vice President of Schools with The Jon Gordon Companies. He runs The Energy Bus for Schools program which helps to build positive school campuses across the country. Jim speaks to schools and companies on leadership, communication, culture, vision, and more. He is also a Professor of Communications with the Keiser University E-Campus. Jim has a goal to help people improve their communication skills one podcast at a time. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida. New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission

Nov 7, 2022 • 9min
Voice Matters with Perception of Others
WIth a recent study, it indicates that voice matters with the perception of others. HOW we sound from a pitch perspective carries a lot of weight with listeners. Are we sounding too weak or mild? Do we sound too overpowering? Listen in as we discuss the keys to sounding more commanding and attracting more ears to your message. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication. He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida. New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful! www.JimVanAllan.com www.TheEnergyBus.com www.EnergyBusSchools.com @JimVanAllan on all social media --------------------- Interested in getting healthier and saving starving children in the process? Check out this charity You Tube channel with heart-pumping at-home exercises and classes: https://www.youtube.com/thefitnessmission

Oct 24, 2022 • 11min
Why Do We Gossip?
Discover the intriguing world of gossip as a significant aspect of human communication. Learn about the surprising amount of time spent gossiping, debunk common misconceptions, and understand its historical significance. Explore the negative impact of gossip and the importance of building genuine connections instead.


