Stop Miscommunication: A Simple Filter to Make Words Work for You

Miscommunication kills momentum, damages trust, and leaves everyone frustrated. In this episode of the Magnetic Communication Podcast, Sandy Gerber shares a proven way to stop miscommunication before it starts - the 3Cs Conversation Filter™ - plus how to tailor your words to what truly motivates your listener using Emotional Magnets™.

If you’ve ever blurted something out, hinted at what you wanted, or buried your main point in so much detail that people tuned out, you’re not alone. Sandy walks you through a simple, three-question filter tool you can run every message through before you speak or hit send.

Once your message passes the 3Cs test, you’ll learn how to apply Emotional Magnets™ - the four motivators that drive how people listen and act: Safety, Achievement, Value, and Experience. Sandy shows you how to frame the same information four different ways so it resonates with each type, whether you’re talking to a team member, a client, or your boss.

You’ll hear practical examples of leaders using this approach to turn resistance into buy-in, including how one manager reframed a request for an Achievement-driven team and transformed the mood of the room.

By the end of the episode, you’ll know:

• How to quickly check if your message is clear, calm, and constructive.

• How to identify someone’s Emotional Magnet™ and adjust your words so they actually hear your point.

• Why skipping these steps leads to defensiveness, confusion, or disengagement.

This isn’t about manipulating people - it’s about making your communication land in a way that builds trust and gets results. Whether you lead a team, manage clients, or navigate challenging workplace conversations, the 3Cs + Emotional Magnets™ combo will help you deliver your message effectively the first time.