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Embrace Silence To Boost Communication Effectiveness
“Conversation silence” enables us to be with another person, allowing more possibilities to arise rather than doing or saying something. Here are five ways embracing silence can benefit your interpersonal relationships.
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Announcement: Benchmarks® 360-Degree Assessments Suite
I’m excited to share that I’m now certified to administer the Center for Creative Leadership (CCL) Benchmarks® 360-Degree Assessments Suite, Skillscope®, and CCL Compass™ online action planning tool.
My Interview on Café & Networking Podcast
I had the chance to speak with Tom Reaoch on his podcast Café & Networking and share my 4Cs on how to reduce stress at the moment.
Change and Our Survival Instincts
Proceed with compassion—We’re all works in progress as we navigate our path forward amidst change. Self-regulation is about knowing how you feel and managing your emotions, behaviors, and reactions. Learn more.
Staying Committed To Change
Change takes time, and there will be plenty of distractions and experiences. When you’re off track and slipping back into ways that are no longer beneficial, trust the process and try out these five steps to help you persevere.
Communication: Being Real
There are many reasons why we may not always be 100% honest or transparent in our communication. Whether you’re protecting yourself or others from negative feelings, uncertainty, or the fear of the unknown, ultimately, you’re hiding the facts, even if you don’t realize it. Here are a few items to keep top of mind to help you be objective and open in your communication.
Communication: Five Ways To Tap Into Your Creativity
When we’re creative, we open our minds to possibilities and can view our current situations differently. Whether you’re looking to overcome a difficulty or solve a problem, having a new way of thinking allows you to explore and question. Try these five ways to tap into your unique abilities to boost your communication approach.
Career: The Ups and Downs of Expectations
In Norton Juster’s story, The Phantom Tollbooth, the main character Milo learns: “Expectations is the place you must always go to before you get to where you’re going.” Understanding what fulfills you and what you value most is the first step in aligning your expectations to make a change.
Career: Assets and Liabilities
Do you know what lights you up and depletes you? Your assets, “the strengths you put to use,” and liabilities, “what’s expected of you with little return,” can impact your overall work satisfaction. Having a clear picture of these can help you navigate where to focus your energy and strike a healthy balance.
Announcement: Certified Sparketype® Advisor
I’m delighted to share that I’m now a Certified Sparketype® Advisor. The Sparketype® assessment is a powerful tool that clarifies what makes you come alive and what depletes you. Having this insight empowers you to align your work with your core drivers and create strategies to offset what requires a heavy lift.
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