Things that make you go hmmmmm….
Okay, TSA takes my tweezers and flight attendants give me metal silverware….
Getting your butterflies to fly in formation
Writing to you from seat 4C on my flight to JFK this morning. As I leave Miami’s 78F temperatures I’m not looking forward to the balmy 35F in NYC today….. Burrrr. But, I’m on TV tonight and speaking at…
Why Should You Care About Why?
Be specific and show your WHY with a few emotional words.
Example: I’m on a mission to help executives construct meaningful relationships. As a behavioral communications expert and founder of Competitive Edge Communications, I support leaders in becoming confident communicators by developing an understanding of their verbal and nonverbal communications. I show them how to use words to change minds and behaviors to change outcomes.
Coaches Chat TV and Me
This coming Monday January 30th 8pm eastern I’m going to be on Coach World TV LIVE from New York! Time Warner Cable TV channel 56; RCN channel 83; Digital channel 111; without cable box on channel 17. And on Verizon FiOS the line up is: MNN #1 – Verizon FiOS channel 33; MNN #2 – Verizon FiOS channel 34; MNN #3 – Verizon FiOS channel 35; MNN #4 – Verizon FiOS channel 36; Coach World TV can also be viewed on the Internet at: www.mnn.org.
What’s In Your Toolbox?
Thinking thoughts like,
“I’ve done that before.”
“Oh, I’ve heard of that. Doesn’t work.”
“Sounds too hard.”
“I have to do WHAT?”
Tweaking 2 letters changes everything
Think about the word Resolution – looking in my trusty dictionary, it means “a firm decision to do or not to do something. The action of solving a problem, dispute or contentious matter.” Do we really want THAT? But what to do? Tweak two little letters….
You never know what adventure awaits
“Life is either a grand adventure or nothing” ~ Helen Keller
I had no idea I would be spending New Year’s Eve with cookbook and lifestyle author Jane Webster at her home the Chateau de Bosgouet and a group of her friends. I’m glad I jumped at the opportunity! Ms. Webster is a charming host. She prepared a marvelous multi-course dinner for a “small” gathering….
Share Your “Or Betters” for 2012
Have you ever heard “Be careful what you wish for because you just might get it!?” Last year, high on my list was for a wonder-filled new year! (or better.) Now, I’m not complaining at all, but trust me, what I’m doing right now was not on my list….
Know How To Say “No”
A couple days ago guest blogger Gary Ryan Blair shared 15 ideas to save you time, energy and money in “What is this two-letter word costing you?”. But, how do you say no? In business, saying no is often about respecting and valuing your most precious commodity, your time. So, How To Say “No”
When you must say no, be direct. Saying no is not a time to beat around the bush. Although no often sounds more polite with a short pre and/or post-amble, “I’m sorry, I can’t,” just begs for a reply of “But why?” A short explanation proactively stops the inevitable “Why?”
What is this two-letter word costing you?
I know, even the thought of saying “No” can cause stress. All sorts of commitments dash through your head. “I can’t say “No, to
If it makes you feel any better, you’re not alone.