Communication, Networking, Problem-Solving, Professional Development
I get inquiries all the time about blogging: how to do it, how often to do it, and what to write about. All are good questions but the answer varies by mission. Here’s a simple answer: Blog about how you and your solution helps people solve problems. Blog as...
Communication, Networking
Like all skills, communication can be taught. What can’t be taught though is the confidence it takes to communicate fearlessly and effectively. That said, a few key thoughts can help you build better rapport with others and over time, this rapport can give you the...
Communication, Problem-Solving, Professional Development
Last week we learned why it’s so important to say no. Today, we need to figure out how to say yes. I’ve been wrestling with this a bit as I’m helping a company develop a customer service initiative. I know this sounds simple, but it’s really not. Anyone can say yes...
Communication, Goal Setting, Motivation, Personal Mastery, Professional Development
Spring is a time for renewal, rebirth, and re-energizing. So let’s just call it by what it really is: A time to clean out the clutter! Most of us start with the basics. Opening the windows. Dusting the blinds. Shutting down the fireplace. Cleaning out the garage...
Communication, Personal Mastery, Professional Development
One of the hardest words any of us have to say is the word no. There are reasons of course. We don’t want to make others feel bad. We want to fit in. We don’t want to look mean. The sad part is that even though we say yes, we’re still not happy and resentment builds....
