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August 21, 2018 By Joyce Weiss Leave a Comment

My Favorite Motivational Quote About Determination

#motivationalquote
#Zigziglar
#success

This motivational quote is perfect for those of you who have family members attending high school or college. We can’t force others to learn. It has to be something discovered on our own. Those of you who live Zig Ziglar’s words realize the power of his message.

Clients who are open to learning about themselves know that learning is a continuous process. They progress quickly during their coaching experience. They are open to learning how they can improve and are accountable when they make mistakes while trying new strategies.

I will not work with people who are not willing to answer the following questions:

What worked this week?
What mistakes did you make?
What do you want to improve?

People who are not willing to learn are not successful coaching candidates. The ones who are determined to learn advance in their career and live a fulfilled life. It’s not rocket science. Coaches ask questions in order to help clients discover this on their own.

What messages do you take away from this motivational quote?
What challenges do you experience with colleagues or relatives who don’t know the power of constant learning?

Feel free to forward this message to those who need to hear these important words from Zig Ziglar.

July 17, 2018 By Joyce Weiss Leave a Comment

One of my Favorite Quotes about Excellence

#favorite quote
#aristotle
#excellence

Many people ask me how I define success. Success is being prepared, working smart, not giving up, surrounding yourself with open-minded people, and constant learning. Excellence is part of the equation.

We all work with people who do things just to get by. There are times when certain people just can’t push themselves to be the best that they can be.

Leaders have the tough job of deciding who stays and who needs to be dismissed. I help leaders manage mediocre employees who need that extra motivation. Training is definitely an answer for some employees. At times nothing seems to help.

How have you turned around a mediocre employee to become the department’s star?

May 15, 2018 By Joyce Weiss Leave a Comment

How I Encourage Others to Succeed as Their Career Coach

Do you ever wonder how sessions are conducted with a career coach?
Would you like to discover or rediscover your secret sauce on how to continue on your road to success?
Do you want to smile while reading this article?

If so, you are in the right place. I am sharing some of the questions that I use as a career coach. The idea is for you to ask yourself the same questions and see what answers appear. Feel free to share this post with people who you feel could benefit from the content. You can call or email me questions or concerns to explore if coaching is a good next step for you (or colleagues/relatives). Are you ready for the questions? Here we go! 🙂

Career Coach Question #1: What Does Success Mean to You?

Obviously, there is no right or wrong answer. The idea is for you to look inside so we can move forward.
Is it wealth, education, or a fulfilled life? Your answer may change quite often in life.

Career Coach Question #2: What Do You Own?

This question is a tough one to answer at first because I’m asking you to find what makes you unique. How does this quality work for you?

I own the discipline to constantly learn and a desire to help others be the best that they can be. Feeling less stress is always part of this equation. 🙂 Once you learn your secret sauce it’s easier to move forward.

As some of you know, keynote speaking used to be the main part of my career. I discovered that my unique quality is listening to what people say, and ask them the deep questions for self-discovery. It’s easier for me to accomplish my career goals as a career coach by working with people one on one or in small groups. Keynote speaking didn’t give me the opportunity to help others go deeper. It was a great part of my career for years. I’m now enjoying this new direction because it’s natural for me.

Now back to you. Do your best to find your own secret sauce. You can call me (800.713.1926) to set up a free laser coaching session! I love helping people. You do know that by now…right? 😉

Career Coach Question # 3: How Can You Be The Best That You Can Be?

The following quotes will get you started.

It’s all about…

Looking for ways to constantly improve
Being as curious as children to keep your energy going
Finding role models to see how hard work pays off

I want to hear from you

Add a comment to my blog on your favorite success quotes. You will receive a response from me because I enjoy connecting with my readers! 🙂 You are always welcome to send me a private email with questions about your career.

Please share this and any article that speaks to you or your company.

Feel free to share this post with people who you feel could benefit from the content. You can call (800.713.1926) or send me an email with questions or concerns to explore if coaching is a good next step for you (or colleagues/relatives).

Learn about the 3 coaching options and our online coaching program – Communication Skills at Work here.

This is Joyce Weiss

Corporate Communication Strategist and Career Coach

Until next time, Remember…”You Get What You Tolerate!”

January 22, 2018 By Joyce Weiss Leave a Comment

Exclusive Communication Skills at Work #2-Use Constructive Feedback to Get Necessary Results

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Hi there and thanks for joining me to read my latest blog post about Communication Skills at Work™!

Last time, I shared some of the powerful ideas from Week One: “The Importance of Be Direct with Respect® in the Work Place.” As you hopefully know, I have created a premier program called Communication Skills at Work that is designed for anyone on the corporate ladder and addresses issues as peer bullying, standing up to upper management, career advancement and conflict resolution.

This week I’ll give you a preview of the second chapter of the program: Use Constructive Feedback to Get Necessary Results.

In addition to the program manual and self-study guide, I offer full phone coaching depending on your budget and time frame. Read more here for all the details.

Now, let’s dive in and talk about why it’s so important to Use Constructive Feedback to Get Necessary Results and how it can help you move ahead.

Learner Objectives to Use Feedback for Necessary Results

Learn to comfortably provide constructive feedback to peers or to those you manage
Thoughtfully accept constructive feedback and suspend defensive reaction even when it’s not delivered in the way you would prefer to receive it
Speak up when an issue is important to you
Take responsibility for your own behavior

Constructive Feedback Consists of the Following:

Is stated in specific terms instead of vague, general ones
Is directed at behavior – rather than personalities
Is an observation of events, rather than labels or emotional judgment
Focuses on a coaching style instead of put-downs

Here’s an example to help you understand the language of constructive feedback:
“What specifically did I do that made you feel picked on? Let’s talk about how this happened and look at ways to deal with it.”

What to Do When Others Get Defensive?

It doesn’t help to tell others not to be defensive, but rather accept people’s defensiveness.
And after hearing the defensive communication, bring the discussion back to the issue. For example:

Sue: “When will the project I gave you be finished?”
Ed: “I’ve been too busy to get it done when I said I would.”
Sue: “I realize you’ve been busy. I need to have that project completed by Tuesday. What help do you need to make that deadline?”

The Power Talk Formula – Be Direct with Respect®

Be Direct with Respect is a learned skill, a willingness to risk rejection by communicating directly, yet gently. It deepens relationships and resolves issues. Clients adhere to this particular strategy immediately because it’s easy to use and they get excellent results – especially during tough conversations.

The power talk formula is:

I am ____________________________________ (your emotional response)
When I _________________________________(non-judgmental)
Because________________________________(how it affects you)

For example: “I am frustrated when I call and no one gets back to me because my department is counting on me to finish this project on time.”

People who take the course use their own case scenarios and we practice together until they feel confident to use this valuable strategy on their own. I am here 24/7 via email. This coach is dedicated to each client’s success! 😊

Thanks again for taking the time to read my blog. I love receiving questions and comments, so please don’t hesitate to contact me or leave a comment!

And again, if Communication Skills at Work sounds like something that could help you or your company, check out this link for more information or contact me here.

Until next time,
Joyce Weiss
Corporate Communication Strategist and Career Coach

Reducing conflict is like riding a bike: Shift gears to successfully navigate life’s potholes, ruts, and obstacles.

January 9, 2018 By Joyce Weiss Leave a Comment

A New Tool to Enhance Your Communication Skills and Relationships

Do you wonder about your communication skills after certain conversations?
Have you dealt with people who win every argument with you?
Do you wonder why this happens?
Would you like to know how to stop this destructive communication?

This article will cover all four questions. My coaching clients have shared with me their frustration with bullies and other difficult people who know how to manipulate the conversations. By now you know that my skill set is all about resolving conflict either at work or home.

Communication Skills Strategy #1: Don’t Let the Difficult Person Control You

We need to trust ourselves when we are around difficult people. We need to give ourselves internal pep talks such as – “I’m ok” and “I’m in control.” This may sound simple; however, difficult people know how to make others feel insecure by their bullying behavior. Remember, it’s all about THEIR behavior and not yours.

Communication Skills Strategy #2: Understand the Difficult Person’s Behavior

It’s usually about the insecurity of the bully or difficult person. They win every argument because they know how to manipulate others. Most people don’t confront the difficult person because they are afraid that things could escalate. Go to the search bar and look for my previous articles to learn more about bullies.

Communication Skills Strategy #3: Know the Behavioral styles of the Difficult Person

The DISC Profile is a solid and tested assessment to help you understand your behavior and the behavior of others.
It’s full of strategies to help improve your communication skills and relationships.

Here are four behavioral styles:
Dominance: Direct, tough-minded, forceful
Influence: Outgoing, enthusiastic, optimistic
Conscientiousness: Analytical, reserved, private
Steadiness: Even-tempered, accommodating, tactful

Each of these four behavioral styles consists of strengths and weaknesses. It’s important to know your style in order to use your communication skills in the best way.

Let me know if you are interested in finding out about your behavioral style.

Communication Skills Strategy #4: Learn How to Stop Others From Controlling You

Inscape Publishing has introduced a new and powerful tool – DISC® Productive Conflict Assessment. It explores both your constructive and destructive communication skills and behaviors. Once you discover this information about yourself, you are on your way to stop others from winning or controlling your conversations.

You will learn how to step back and challenge your actions. This new assessment tool is exciting and the results are impressive!

To learn more, read a popular article HERE: Resolving Conflict in the Workplace-My Favorite Articles and Strategies.

Please call me to receive your own copy of the DISC® Productive Conflict Assessment. I am offering a VIP coaching rate if you want to go deeper and discover how you will gain more control, experience less stress, and understand yourself and others to gain the respect that you deserve!

Think about a conflict situation that you experienced and wish you handled better then give me a call. You and I can discuss this in our coaching session. You can reach me at 800.713.1926 or send me an email HERE.

Let’s Get Real

Conflict is inevitable at work or home. The solution is to know the best way to use your communication skills with difficult people or situations. There is usually an easy approach – I know first hand that this strategy works. Hey, I live my life this way. My experience helps me help my clients improve their home and working conditions.

I hope that this article gives you useful ideas on how to transform your uncomfortable encounters into stronger relationships.

Want to learn more about the assessment or VIP coaching session? Call me at 800.713.1926 or send me an email.

Until next time,

Joyce Weiss
Corporate Communication Strategist and Career Coach

Remember, You Get What You Tolerate!

PS. Everything DiSC^® Productive Conflict generates a personalized 22-page report providing insights into how individuals respond to conflict situations. This report is designed to be used with all employees in any type of organization or company. No previous experience with DiSC is necessary.

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