Face-to-Face Communication Is Still Preferred
There was an interesting article in a recent edition of Talent Management magazine, written by Jac Fitz-enz. He contacted 4,000 employees in a variety of industries, and asked them nine questions about downward communication (employer to employee) within...
Framework for Success:Brainstorming Techniques
Eliminate Interruptions
I may be an extrovert, but I also need quiet time to think and actually get work done. Unfortunately, that rarely happens. Researchers have found that the average office employee who works at a desk gets no more than 3 minutes a day without an interruption. This kills...
Personal Branding: Market Your MAGIC
It’s not just what you know, it’s who you know, and who knows you. That requires personal marketing…
More Pictures, More Retention
Why is it so hard to wean people away from PowerPoint overload? No one wants to sit through hard-to-read, text-heavy slides – yet that’s the type of default deck that can be found in most corporate presentations. Amy Glass, a Senior Facilitator at BRODY Professional...
Your Attitude Is Key
I know I’ve discussed this topic before, but it’s worth repeating. Our attitude may not be everything, but it sure is important! It impacts how we see and how we react to every situation. The beauty of our attitude is that we can control it – we do have choices. For...
Be Transparent About Decision-Making
Effective Meetings: Where & How Matters
“To meet or not to meet?” isn’t always the question. How and where to meet often are just as important. The London-based Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) released the results of a survey which shows that business leaders want more collaboration in person. The survey...
The Art of Small Talk & Networking
Starting a conversation at a business networking event, conference or even before a team meeting begins isn’t easy for many people – particularly for those who are more introverted. Coming prepared with topics and conversation starters is always a good idea. Possible...
Courageous Coaching
Lately, I’ve been delivering a number of sessions about Courageous Coaching, and why it’s so critical. The main reason it’s critical for managers to be courageous and offer regular coaching to their direct reports relates to the cost (both financial and non-financial)...