Communication strategies will be the topic for the next few posts. You will find case scenarios taken from recent Be Direct with Respect® workshops. The following Topics will be covered: How to have a tough conversation with a direct report who brings problems from home to work Starting a direct conversation about mediocrity How negativity lowers… [Continue reading]
Communication Strategies to Use with Someone who Didn’t Receive a Promotion
Communication strategies will be the topic for the next few posts. You will find case scenarios taken from recent Be Direct with Respect® workshops. The following Topics will be covered: How to deal with someone who constantly complains about being passed over for a promotion How to have a tough conversation with a direct report… [Continue reading]
One of my Favorite Communication Strategies to Help You Keep Your Cool
One of my favorite communication strategies is one that I use when others try to make me defensive. I’m paraphrasing Eleanor Roosevelt’s quote, “No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.” Those of you who have read my blogs know that no one can make you feel defensive without your consent. We are… [Continue reading]
Book Recommendation on Complainers and Energy Drainers
I am including a very interesting blog post on energy drainers from a colleague of mine, Linda Byars Swindling. Thanks to Linda for giving me permission to use her fascinating information to share with you. Stop Complainers & Energy Drainers: How to Negotiate Work Drama to Get More Done is an excellent read. How to… [Continue reading]
Add 26 Days to Your Year: Reduce Conflict in the Workplace
Reducing conflict in the workplace can add productive hours to your day. “If only I had more hours in the day.” How many times have you uttered those words? If you’re like most people, you either think it or say it daily. The good news is that we all have more time accessible to us. The bad… [Continue reading]
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