047: Josie Perry on the psychology of communication

Performance psychologist Dr Josie Perry is this episode's guest. Josie has a successful consultancy service supporting endurance athletes, golfers tennis players, but she also has a rich background in communications. Originally a journalist, director of communications and public relations. Josie converted to psychology but what was fascinating about this interview was about the fusion of the two subjects of psychology and with that human behaviour, influencing and development, with the principles of communication and with that human behaviour, influencing and development. I caught up with Josie just a few days after the launch of her book Performing under pressure, which we also dive into. Show notes Background and journey to sport psychology, Monica Lewinsky, a PhD and working within communication When delivering information, who is your audience? How to frame a difficult conversation in a way that works for the other person. Bridging from being a journalist on CBS new to being a sport psychologist Having a brave list  The having a baby, ironman, running a business and stage 2 training juggle! Clarity and brevity of communication and the shift in communication style due to social media Stories are powerful. What problem are you trying to solve and how can you utilise stories to enable your message? Perfectionism Josie’s book - The nine most common reasons athletes come to see me. Start with what and then why? Taking time, growing your business and being brave The different elements of Josie’s consultancy which provide stability 1:1 work, writing and media training Mantra that work, Josie’s mantra, “Make Hattie proud”  Josie’s lesson to her younger self   You can follow Josie on twitter at https://twitter.com/Josephineperry www.performanceinmind.co.uk Take a look at her new book Performing under pressure https://performanceinmind.co.uk/performing-under-pressure/   Supporting Champions on Twitter www.twitter.com/support_champs Steve Ingham on Twitter www.twitter.com/ingham_steve Supporting Champions on Linkedin, www.linkedin.com/company/supporting-champions Instagram https://www.instagram.com/supportingchampions/ A reminder if you’re keen to pre-register for the next wave of Graduate Membership enrolments then you can do so at https://supportingchampions.co.uk/membership/ If you’re looking for some coaching support or some virtual team development help to support you to get to the next level in work, life or sport then take a look at https://supportingchampions.co.uk/coaching-mentoring/ or drop us a note at [email protected] then you can sign up for a free consultation to explore which package is right for you.