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Communicating as a Leader

Becoming High Voltage Communicators

Randy Siegel asked: Most of us are operating at less than full power, and we’re not even aware of it. Something is missing from our lives and we aren’t sure what it is. When we operate at full power, our lives are richer because we live with authenticity, connection, meaning, service, and serenity. We are […]

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Conflict Resolution

Know Your Conflict Style

Maggie Kline asked: All expert communicators have strategies for dealing with conflict. Their goal isn’t to eliminate conflict but to deal with it so that the result is growth and constructive solutions. We all have our own ways of dealing with conflict, our own styles of handling difficult situations. How do you manage conflict to […]

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Micro Management

Managers Beware–your Employees are Watching you

Debra Schmidt asked: Is “walking the talk” a tired old cliché or a bold new concept? Very few managers today are receiving formal management training. As a result, many are poor communicators and weak in their delegation and leadership skills. According to a Gallup poll, 25% of U.S. employees would fire their bosses if they […]

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Communicating as a Leader

Become a Communication Pro in the Workplace

Michelle Simms asked: You have been chosen to conduct the meeting next week…how are you feeling? Nothing can frustrate your career faster than not being able to speak in front of a group. Although CEO’s are expected to be successful communicators, speaking is not just for C-level executives but for all employees. Lets face it, […]