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What Sports Teach Us About Great Communication

  1. What Sports Teach Us About Great Communication 27:12

Today, I’m joined by Angela R. Lewis—former professional basketball player, coach, author, and communication strategist. At her core, Angela is a connector and a coach, someone who has spent her life helping people grow—on the court, in the workplace, and in life.

In this episode, Angela and I explore the powerful parallels between sports, leadership, and communication. We talk about what truly makes someone a great communicator, why understanding your audience matters more than having the perfect message, and how authenticity, energy, and intentional listening can dramatically elevate your impact. Angela also shares why communication is a skill that can be learned, practiced, and improved—and how feedback and Coaching play a critical role in that Growth.

Angela brings a refreshing mix of insight, optimism, and real-world experience to this conversation, with practical takeaways for leaders, athletes, and professionals at every stage of their journey.

Let’s dive in.

Additional Resources:

► Follow Communispond on LinkedIn for more communication skills tips: https://www.linkedin.com/company/communispond
► Connect with Scott D’Amico on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottdamico/
► Connect with Angela: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-lewis/
► Learn more about Angela’s work: https://angelarlewis.com/
► Subscribe to Communicast: https://communicast.simplecast.com/
► Learn more about Communispond: https://www.communispond.com

Scott D'Amico President, Communispond

Scott D’Amico is a communication and talent development leader with more than 20 years of experience in education and training. He is the President of Communispond, a global provider of communication skills training, where he helps professionals and organizations strengthen the way they present, lead, influence, and connect.

Before joining Communispond, Scott began his career as a high school economics teacher, an experience that continues to shape his practical, learner-focused approach to professional development. He is also the host of *Communicast: A Communication Skills Podcast*, where he speaks with leaders, authors, and experts about the communication skills that drive success in today’s workplace.

As a presenter and thought leader in the communication and development space, Scott is passionate about helping people build the confidence, clarity, and skills needed to communicate more effectively.