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We're All in This Together
One of the next steps to creating deeper connections and happier people is to help the people you talk to see you as an ally.
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Apr 14, 20202 min read
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Communicating With Empathy in Times of Crisis
People remember the way you make them feel, especially in times of crisis.
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Apr 7, 20202 min read
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Developing a Positive Focus
I know the current health crisis is weighing heavily on all of our hearts and minds.
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Mar 31, 20202 min read
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Communication: When Expectation Doesn't Meet Reality
Have you ever wondered how a conversation can spiral out of control so quickly, even when you think you're being polite?
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Mar 17, 20202 min read
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Create Less GRRR
One of my favorite pieces of feedback I ever received from a trainee was how after implementing my Communication Code, people had less GRRR.
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Mar 10, 20202 min read
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Why Your Business Needs Communication Training
Communication training at my agency led to happier consumers, more confident team members, higher revenue, and more consistent messaging.
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Mar 3, 20202 min read
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The Conflict Pyramid: What Happens During Customer Conflicts
What happens when things aren't going right between a business and its customers? Enter the Conflict Pyramid.
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Feb 18, 20202 min read
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Real-Life Application of the Communication Code
Not too long ago, a podcast host researched the communication strategy I created and earned $3,000.
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Feb 11, 20202 min read
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Three Qualities of a Super Connector
Do you know someone who is a super connector?
You can be that person too!
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Feb 4, 20203 min read
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Common Roadblocks With the Action Statement (Step 3 of the Communication Code)
When I train business professionals on the Communication Code, specifically the action statement, these roadblocks almost always come up.
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Jan 28, 20202 min read
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Decision Making With the OODA Loop
Have you ever found yourself in a stressful situation and had no idea how to act?
Recently, the OODA loop theory helped me out.
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Jan 21, 20203 min read
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More on Navigating the 'No'
The goal in our customer and client conversations is to move the conversation forward by stating what we need or can do.
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Jan 14, 20202 min read
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The Importance of Direct Communication in the Workplace
You can actually train your team to be Level 10’s every single time. And the way you can do it is through communication.
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Jan 7, 20202 min read
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What Do These Three Persuasion Methods Have to Do With Sales?
Every decision in business ultimately comes down to one key component.
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Dec 31, 20192 min read
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Three-Step Strategy to Write the Perfect Email
What if I told you there was a way to cut down the time you spend writing emails? There is! And it has to do with the Communication Code.
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Dec 16, 20192 min read
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How to Set Priorities and Stay Focused When You're Feeling Overwhelmed
Has there ever been a time in your life when you felt you were being pulled in so many different directions and you became overwhelmed?
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Dec 10, 20192 min read
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When Your Career Goals Seem Distant and Hard to Reach, Try This!
Do you ever find it hard to stay focused on your long-term goals, especially when they seem super distant or the path to success is unclear?
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Dec 6, 20192 min read
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