Do you have any favorite sayings or words you frequently use or have made up to reference something? I find that there are a few words that I commonly use to help reference or summarize concepts. I hear others using the words, so thought I would share a few in
Communication is challenging. We can argue, “No it isn’t, I communicate clearly, it is others who do not understand.”
That is exactly why communication is challenging. We tend to think the world thinks like us and when they don’t, we feel frustrated and often BLAME others for their lack of understanding.
White space is the space between the tasks, projects, meetings and demands we have each day. White space has NOTHING in it, on purpose.
Communication and engagement completely transformed in 2020, and they are critical skills to being an effective leader in 2021.
Communication is important. As a leader communication is critical. In a world with lots of messages, distractions, and information it is important to consider what communication strategies are most useful and helpful to reach the people you need to connect with. Here are 14 tips from Coaches at the Forbes Coaches Council. Which is one you do and love? Which is one you want to start doing?
Body language matters. When your body message is congruent with your word message, it builds trust and clarity. When there is a lack of congruence it creates confusion, question, and skepticism. It isn’t about mind-reading or projecting thoughts and messages on people, rather, our bodies often talk louder than our words. Our words are often filtered by social graces, our ego, how we want or need to be seen, fears, distrust of others, or emotions stirring inside. There are many different things that affect what is happening INSIDE of us and what we SAY in our WORDS.
Tough things happen. Tough conversations are bound to happen. Be prepared, confident and courageous.
Do you ever feel you are working hard to communicate, but your message does not seem to be heard or understood? Do you feel it seems people are listening but not processing or engaging? Do you feel like you have been communicating for years and thought you were pretty good
