Ep35: Mastering Presence and Connection in Business Communication with Dominic Colenso

Ep35: Mastering Presence and Connection in Business Communication with Dominic Colenso

Human Wise · 2025-04-22

Welcome to Human Wise, the podcast that explores the commercial advantage of being human at work.

With host Helen Wada, executive coach and founder of The Human Advantage, each episode will explore what being human at work looks like across a wide range of industries, from people in senior management to those on the ground.


Transform your ability to communicate effectively with Dominic Colenso, a former actor turned communication expert, in this riveting episode of the Human Wise Podcast. Dominic joins host Helen to discuss how his background in the arts has equipped him to help leaders and teams elevate their presentation and pitching skills in the business world.

Discover the secrets of controlling your energy, the power of presence, and how to truly connect with your audience by stripping back your message to its core essence. Dominic delves into the fundamentals of storytelling, emphasizing authenticity and vulnerability to foster genuine human connections.

Whether you're an executive looking to refine your pitch, a coach aiming to improve client interactions, or someone seeking to enhance their daily communications, this episode equips you with the tools to communicate with poise and impact. Don't miss out on practical insights and transformative tips to help you stand out in any setting!

Topics Discussed:

Effective communication in pitch situationsImportance of presence and mindfulnessStorytelling for business successBuilding genuine human connectionsManaging energy and presentation skills

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Further links to follow:

Helen Wada: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/helen-wada

The Human Advantage: https://www.thehumanadvantage.co.uk/

Human Wise

Host and expert coach Helen Wada is a strong believer in the commercial advantage of being human at work.

With over 25 years commercial experience, Helen has seen an opportunity for businesses to do things differently – a sweet spot where a coaching approach and commercial focus can co-exist to build a more human working world.

This podcast is for anyone in business who believes that a better way of working is out there: better for teams, for organisations and, ultimately, for society as a whole.

We'll hear from senior leaders, founders, people on the ground and professionals from a variety of different disciplines, learning from their unique wisdom and experience. 

So, if you're ready to make the human advantage your commercial advantage, join Helen and guests every other week on all major podcast directories.

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