Tag: Communication
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The Power of Networking—Why “Nice to Meet You” is Not Enough
Alright, let’s be real. We’ve all been to one of those so-called ‘networking events’ where you slap on a name tag, shake a bunch of hands, and collect a small stack of business cards that you will—100%—never look at again. And if you’re thinking, ‘Nah, I totally follow up,’ let me ask you this: Do…
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Great Expectations: The Ultimate Disappointment Machine
Stop expecting so much from your employees, your family, and yourself. It’s a waste of time and a perpetual fountain of disappointment. Sounds ridiculous, right? But, hear me out. I’m not suggesting you lower the bar of what you’d like to see happen in those around you. And I’m certainly not asking you to stop…
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The Other AI – Appreciative Inquiry – Part 1
We’ve all heard of AI (Artificial Intelligence). But there is a different kind of AI that can have profound effects individually and professionally in our lives and in our workplaces. I’m talking about Appreciative Inquiry. “What is this”, you might be asking? Well, let me explain a bit of the background and then we’ll explore…
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Treat Trust Like a Broken Bone
Some things just come naturally. And they can be done with a single action. Throwing a ball, kicking a ball, cooking an egg, reading a book, delivering a speech, delegating a task, or giving feedback. Ok, maybe all of those don’t come naturally. But they can all be done with a single action. Other skills…
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Beyond Gratitude
It’s November and here in the US, that means Thanksgiving. A time when we give thanks for all that we have and all who we know and love. It’s a time of gathering of family, sharing of food, and recollecting upon all we have to be grateful for. And though we are grateful, loving, and…