E-mail: A Critical Communication Tool if Used Correctly

E-mail: A Critical Communication Tool if Used Correctly

Over the weekend, I had some repairs that had to be done at home. I pulled out the trusty toolbox, and as I moved from project to project, I had to think about which tool would be most effective. Midway through my project, I had an epiphany: How similar is what I’m...
E-mail: A Critical Communication Tool if Used Correctly

Listening is More Than Hearing

So many people like to talk.    I sure do. In fact, I do it all the time.  On the other hand so few like to actually listen — I will admit I am occasionally challenged to really listen or listen well.  Statistically...
E-mail: A Critical Communication Tool if Used Correctly

Accountability: 5 Keys to Manage Success

Last week, I presented a program in Arizona called “Accountability: 5 Keys to Manage Success (Yours & Others).” The audience was leadership and management professionals from a luxury, private country club. This is a different audience than the corporate types who...
E-mail: A Critical Communication Tool if Used Correctly

September Means Back to School – Not Just For Kids

It’s back to school time. Doesn’t the Labor Day holiday always remind you of that? Of course, if you have children, you’re probably breathing a sigh of relief. But, what does this time of year mean for all of us in business? 1)     Four months to...
Are All Presentations Created Equal?

Are All Presentations Created Equal?

I just facilitated a customized presentation skills program for regional sales managers of a very large medical device company. Their objectives were to understand the differences and similarities between these types of presentations: management vs. leadership formal...