by Joan CurtisMany women speak softly. Yet they often do not realize the power of their voices. We’ve learned over time that our visual image is powerful. Unfortunately, our voice often gets overlooked.
Let’s look at this phenomenon with an example loosely adapted from a real situation experienced by one of my coaching clients.
Sara […]
by Jennifer Selby LongNobody trusts a silent leader, and yet, during troubled times, so many executives roll up their sleeves and get to work, alone and with each other, to address the challenges of the business. They feel like they are spending a huge amount of time communicating (and, boy, does it seem like a […]
by Lynda StuckySo your new colleague is bright, extremely intelligent, and a great asset to the company. But there is one problem: English is not his native language and although he has a fantastic command of English, he continues to be difficult to understand when he speaks. Why?
There are four reasons that it can be […]
by Bernice RossListening/Hearing: You can listen to words, but you hear intentions. So frequently we listen without hearing. Everyone seeks to be heard, but few speak their truth eloquently enough so that people listen and they are truly heard. The eloquence of truth is to speak from the heart and allow the words […]
by Kari HoopesHave you ever tried to say something important and get frustrated because the person just wont listen. This happens to everyone, from the home to the office. Though there can be many reasons why a person will not listen to you, this problem can often be a lack of adequate listening on your […]
by Bobby KeatingCan you imagine having a key that could unlock any lock or door? We hear of people, heroes or heroines, being awarded the ‘key’ to the city. This is simply a metaphor for the privileges extended to the honoree. What if you literally had a key that could unlock any door or lock? […]
by Richard davidListening Skills Can Be Exhausting!
When we listen, it seems there are so many different techniques to hear somebody. We can just listen and then express ourselves. Many times, we cannot wait to hear the other person take a breath so we can speak. Yet nobody really is heard. I am sure you have […]
by Rick KirschnerHere’s the question: Is the power of persuasion good or bad for society? It’s a question worth answering, because your world is under assault from an unprecedented number of propagandists for hire and marketing mavens whose only ethic is ‘what the market will bear.’
Some months ago, I read an article titled ‘Art […]
by Rick KirschnerOne of the many insights that will help you to use your influence to change your world is blending with communication behavior. And because behavior changes, you must pay some attention in order to notice the changes and respond to them.
In this model, there are four communication styles that reflect four communication […]
by Ryan PearsonLearn the keys to improving your communication skills and become more effective in getting what you want in your life.
The reason why most people have unsatisfactory results in their life, is because they have poor communication skills. People get frustrated when they don’t get what they want,and often times don’t realize it is […]
by Adam KhooHere are several frames of the Meta Model that can be applied to the particular communication situation you are facing.
First, the Specificity Frame. The Specificity Frame specifically requests for more information in specific details.
Imagine someone rushes up to you and with an agonized look on his face saying, “I am in big […]
by Pamela ScottOur bodies communicate what we’re feeling loudly and clearly. If you get angry in a conversation, your brain takes a minute or so to figure out how to respond without losing your temper. While your brain is doing its thing, your body is flashing signs that you are fuming. Here are eight tips […]
by Rick KirschnerA recent study seems to give aid and comfort to the whiners and nags of the world. The study didn’t cause much excitement, but you might feel a palpable depression sweeping through as a result. The data seems to indicate that grinding down the will to live in others actually works! […]
by Pamela ScottClear communication consistently ranks as a priority for any organization to be successful. We expect clear, concise communications with our fellow workers.
Instead, we should expect misunderstanding. It happens all the time.
Consider the following example.
Jim updated the other officers about plans to present an award to the company owner. “Sue, Jerry and I will […]
by Cheryl NordykeDo you listen only to respond?
Listening is commpletely different from merely hearing. Hearing is the sense by which sound is perceived. When we truly listen, we are understanding the message behind the words.
The other significant point about listening is that often people to not listen to understand, they listen to respond. […]
by Rick KirschnerSo just how do we use our wits to keep our wits about us? How do we use humor in our communications in order to foster goodwill, camaraderie and common ground? How do we persuade with humor?
For starters, be non-verbal! No, no, I don’t mean don’t say anything! Although you may know people […]
by Ann Golden EgleIt’s May. Before you experience spring’s new burst of growing and before summer’s warmth massages your heart, it’s time to get your head back around the prospect of making the last seven months of this year more about effectiveness than ever before.
How do you snap back into the productivity gear? […]
by sacha TarkovskyThe word “Karma,” is a word everyone knows, but what does it actually mean?
Karma is simply something that exists within us, which moves us all and is made up of events that have happened, or will happen to us. How can things that happened to us make Karma?
Here it is important […]
by Scott BarkerEffective communication is an essential component of organizational success whether it is at the interpersonal, intergroup, organizational, or external levels. Effective communication is an important characteristic of strong and healthy families. Effective communication in the workplace is necessary for a friendly and conducive work environment.
Learning
Learning how to communicate assertively allows you […]
by Andrea R LucasLooking at all the people you know you will find that some are better at communication than others. Find out what works and what does not and you too will become a better communicator.
Good communication is generally a matter of give-and-take interactions. When this is in regard to personal communication, […]