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Tom Charley, Co-Owner of Shop N' Save, shares how TalkMeUp is making an immediate impact on leadership development in their grocery stores: "We're using TalkMeUp to train leadership in our grocery stores. The platform is easy to use, and even our most tech-skeptical managers are engaged with just 10 minutes of training per week. The value is clear right away, and it's been a useful tool for our team. JJ and the TalkMeUp team have also been great to work with." Retail environments demand strong leadership and effective communication to drive customer satisfaction, team coordination, and operational efficiency. TalkMeUp’s quick, accessible, and personalized coaching fits seamlessly into busy retail schedules—making leadership development practical and impactful without taking managers off the floor. Discover how TalkMeUp can help your retail team lead more effectively at talkmeup.co #RetailLeadership #WorkforceDevelopment #SalesEnablement #TalkMeUp #LeadershipTraining #EmployeeEngagement #RetailExcellence

Our Newest Webinar is Live! How can organizations stay ahead in the AI era while keeping teams connected and engaged? Dr. Ronald Placone and JJ Xu, CEO of TalkMeUp, break it all down in this prerecorded webinar—available now! Watch now to gain expert insights on: - AI’s impact on workplace communication - Gen Z’s demand for actionable feedback - Keeping hybrid and remote teams engaged - Elevating employee engagement and business outcomes Tune in now and future-proof your team’s communication: https://lnkd.in/eiRaNnbX #AIinWorkplace #FutureOfWork #LeadershipDevelopment #WorkforceEngagement #TalkMeUp

Immigrants bring unmatched resilience, innovation, and determination to the entrepreneurial landscape. In cities like Pittsburgh, immigrant founders are redefining the possibilities. A standout example is our very own JJ Xu, founder and CEO of TalkMeUp. Growing up in China, JJ was inspired by Hollywood’s bold narratives of triumph and carried those lessons into her journey in the U.S. After pursuing an MBA in entrepreneurship at Carnegie Mellon University, JJ launched TalkMeUp—a groundbreaking AI-powered communication coaching platform that transforms how companies develop their teams. JJ’s journey embodies the entrepreneurial spirit: turning challenges, like navigating a visa process, into stepping stones for growth. Today, TalkMeUp has earned a patent for its software, achieved a 90% client renewal rate, and empowers thousands of employees across industries. JJ credits Pittsburgh’s collaborative and innovative culture for being a key part of her success story. As JJ says, “The good people always win eventually. Work hard and hold onto your dream.” Learn more about JJ's story and other immigrant entrepreneurs shaping Pittsburgh in Bill Zlatos’ piece for the Pittsburgh Tomorrow series. #Entrepreneurship #ImmigrantFounders #TalkMeUp #Innovation #Pittsburgh

Dr. Cindy B. Rippé, Senior Lecturer and Director of the @Terry Sales Program at the The University of Georgia, shared her experience using TalkMeUp in her selling classes—and the results speak volumes: "TalkMeUp stands out by offering in-depth analysis grounded in the constructs of persuasive communication that yields actionable feedback, empowering everyone from hesitant beginners to seasoned professionals to refine critical sales skills. It's an invaluable resource for anyone looking to enhance sales performance." Dr. Rippé used TalkMeUp to help her students develop their ability to sell, leveraging our platform to provide personalized, measurable insights that enhanced their communication effectiveness. Whether you're a student mastering the basics or a seasoned sales professional striving for the next level, TalkMeUp is here to help you improve with every conversation. Learn how TalkMeUp can transform your sales training. Comment below or email us at [email protected] #SalesTraining #SalesEnablement #TalkMeUp #PersuasiveCommunication #ProfessionalDevelopment

Reminder: The webinar launches January 31st! Join Dr. Ronald Placone and JJ Xu as they explore how AI is reshaping workplace communication and share strategies to keep teams connected and engaged in today’s evolving world. Don’t miss it! Details below! #AIinWorkplace #FutureOfWork #WorkforceEngagement #CommunicationStrategies #TalkMeUp

How do organizations stay ahead in the AI era while keeping teams connected and engaged? Join us for a special prerecorded webinar, releasing on January 31st, featuring Dr. Ronald Placone and JJ Xu, CEO of TalkMeUp a leading expert in workplace communication. Together, they’ll dive into the evolving dynamics of workforce communication and share actionable strategies to future-proof your team. What You’ll Learn: - AI Trends: How automation is reshaping workplace communication. - Workforce Dynamics: Gen Z’s hunger for actionable feedback and career growth insights. - The Remote Revolution: Keeping teams engaged in a hybrid and remote work world. - Challenges: The growing gap in timely and effective feedback. - Opportunities: How to leverage communication training to elevate employee engagement, customer interactions, and business outcomes. Why Watch? Gain expert insights from JJ and Ron, who bring decades of experience and innovative solutions to the table. This prerecorded format ensures a polished and seamless viewing experience—delivering the maximum value, free of interruptions. ?? Available starting January 31st. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance communication within your organization. #AIWorkplace #CommunicationEffectiveness #LeadershipDevelopment #EmployeeEngagement #RemoteWork

?? Happy New Year from the TalkMeUp Team! ?? As we step into 2025, we’re excited to help more organizations achieve new levels of communication excellence and business outcomes. To kick off the year, in January, we’re offering 5 organizations the opportunity to get FREE team conversational behavioral baseline assessment! This is your chance to gain deep, measurable insights into your team’s communication effectiveness, and identify gaps and opportunities, to achieve better outcomes in 2025! If you are running an L&D team, client-facing team, or a call center, you don’t want to miss out on this opportunity! Want to take advantage of this exclusive offer? Reach out to us at [email protected] today! Here’s to a year filled with growth, success, and meaningful conversations. Let’s make it happen together! #HappyNewYear #TalkMeUp #CommunicationExcellence #LeadershipDevelopment #WorkforceTraining #FreeAccessment #OrganizationalBehavior #TrainingROI

Our very own Andy Smith, VP of Sales at TalkMeUp, sat down with The Future of Selling podcast to share insights on leveraging AI to build better relationships, deliver results, and drive revenue. ??? In this episode, Andy covers: ? The "3 R’s of Sales Success": Relationships + Results = Revenue ? Common communication pitfalls and how to overcome them ? How TalkMeUp’s AI-powered coaching platform helps sales teams improve empathy, engagement, and confidence in every interaction Andy also shares his unique journey in sales leadership and personal passions, like broadcasting high school sports and mentoring through nonprofits. If you're looking to sharpen your sales edge and better connect with today’s buyers, this episode is a must-listen. ?? Tune in here: https://lnkd.in/ebm7mB9D Thanks to Rick Smith and The Future of Selling for having us! #FutureOfSelling #SalesSuccess #AIinSales #SalesCoaching #TalkMeUp #CommunicationExcellence

Virtual selling isn’t going anywhere, and the challenges are real: scattered content, robotic pitches, and feedback that’s too vague to help. In our latest article, we share 5 practical ways to improve sales enablement in a virtual selling environment—so your team can deliver impactful messages, personalize their approach, and continuously improve their performance. Read more about how smarter tools, better coaching, and actionable feedback can make all the difference: https://lnkd.in/eqHqJ8gM #SalesEnablement #VirtualSelling #SalesCoaching #SalesPerformance #AITraining

Did you miss our webinar, "Speaking with Authentic and Contagious Enthusiasm" with Ronald Placone, PhD? Don’t worry—you can still catch all the insights! Dr. Placone shared powerful strategies to help you bring energy, passion, and authenticity to your communication, making every conversation more impactful and engaging. Watch the full recording here: https://lnkd.in/ehQae5zW Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your speaking skills! #CommunicationSkills #PublicSpeaking #Leadership #TalkMeUp #ProfessionalDevelopment