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Persuasion Isn’t What You Think—Here’s What Actually Works
Persuasion without strategic empathy is just pressure in disguise. In this post, we explore why saying the right thing isn’t enough—and how Motivational Interviewing and the C.A.P.E. framework help teams move from surface-level communication to meaningful connection. If you work in workforce development, child welfare, or human services, this one's for you.
Curtis Campogni
Aug 6, 20254 min read
Breaking News: An Asteroid Might Hit Earth—And Why That’s a Reminder to Be Kinder
Be kind, stress less, and do that one thing you’ve been putting off—because who knows what tomorrow brings (asteroid or not).
Curtis Campogni
Feb 24, 20257 min read
AI Tells Me ‘You’ve Got This’—And I Believe It. Why?
AI tells me, ‘You’ve got this!’—and somehow, it sticks. Why do digital affirmations feel real, even when we know they’re not?
Curtis Campogni
Feb 2, 20255 min read
Your Go-To Cheat Sheet for Positive Persuasion: 4 Proven Ways to Inspire Change – (Free Downloads Included!)
Master persuasion with proven techniques like MI, C.A.P.E., and ELM. Inspire change and build trust—plus free cheat sheets!
Curtis Campogni
Nov 18, 202414 min read
The Power of Empathetic Leadership: Building Strong Teams in Human-Centered Fields
Empathy in leadership is key for creating resilient teams, especially in human-centered fields. Discover practical ways to lead with empathy
Curtis Campogni
Oct 18, 20244 min read
Breaking the Cycle: How to Avoid Power Struggles and Promote Constructive Conversations
Power struggles don’t have to control your conversations. Discover strategies to defuse conflicts and build constructive dialogue.
Curtis Campogni
Sep 24, 20243 min read
Do you have Compassion, Sympathy, or Empathy?
Spoiler alert: The answer is Yes, No, and Maybe Anyone who knows me or Speak4MC understands how passionate I am about empathy. So much so...
Curtis Campogni
Aug 5, 20245 min read
How Superhero Communication Can Transform Youth Engagement: Insights from 'C.A.P.E. Conversations'
Transform conversations with youth using the C.A.P.E. approach. Learn how Choices, Avoidance, Patience, and Empathy can make a lasting impac
Curtis Campogni
May 20, 20243 min read
The Emotional Empathy Challenge – Do you have the Power?
Recently, I had an unexpected and heartwarming encounter at Lego World. A young man who worked there approached me and, with a beaming...
Curtis Campogni
May 16, 20242 min read
How Communication and Collaboration Impact Interpersonal Relations
About a year ago, I contracted with the City of Tallahassee to provide training on Interpersonal Relationships in the workplace. Since...
Curtis Campogni
May 3, 20243 min read
The Moral Dilemma of Using Empathy: When Does It Become Detrimental?
Two of my neighbors had a heated argument (Mark and Kevin). They were screaming so loud people began coming out of their homes to observe...
Curtis Campogni
Nov 28, 20236 min read
Confirmation Bias, Empathy, and 4 Ways to Escape Jurassic Thinking
“You were so preoccupied with whether or not you could; you didn’t stop to think if you should” – Ian Malcolm Jurassic Park. The age of...
Curtis Campogni
Jul 24, 20236 min read
How to Teach Toddlers Empathy Through Active Listening
Me: Any feedback on how to avoid major toddler meltdowns? Friend: Have you tried empathy? Me: I host training on empathy all the time. Of...
Curtis Campogni
Jul 15, 20233 min read
Empathy and Self-Care: Understanding the Magnitude of Managing Feelings in Relationships
"It's me, hi, I'm the problem, it's me. At teatime, everybody agrees." – Taylor Swift. Understanding the difference Empathy can be...
Curtis Campogni
Jul 13, 20234 min read
Welcome to the Speak4MC blog—a resource designed for anyone with a passion for inspiring change in themselves and others. To make it easy to find what you need, I’ve organized the blogs into six categories. Many posts include cheat sheets and actionable tools you can start using right away. Whether you’re looking to foster empathy, navigate challenges, or grow as a leader, I hope these insights empower your journey. Dive in, explore, and let me know how they’ve helped you!
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