Category: Leadership Strategies/Tips

More than ever, we’re seeing heated debates online, whether it’s between elected officials on television or within the comment section of a news article. Widespread use of social media (and its trusty keyboard warriors) have exacerbated this issue. It’s as if, collectively, we’ve forgotten how to engage in peaceful discourse. Heightened emotions and differing opinions…

Today, let’s explore navigating awkward conversations. We’ve all had them. Perhaps you need to tell a team member he talks too much during the team meeting. Or tell a customer their product will be delayed. Or remind your roommate about his annoying habit of leaving dirty dishes in the sink. Awkward conversations happen. Here are…

Lately, I’ve been noticing a lot of changes. On a recent trip to Florida, I was surprised to see three new retail stores and a coffee shop on a sleepy stretch of road previously reserved for industrial use. We visited the coffee shop twice during our visit, and found ourselves the only customers. The store…

Hi there! Let’s talk about blanket statements, which are sometimes called sweeping generalizations. These are broad statements that apply a general rule to an entire group without considering individual differences. They can oversimplify complex issues and lead to misunderstandings or unfair judgments. Here are some examples of blanket statements:“Lawyers are greedy and dishonest.”“Millennials are entitled…

The other day, I was in an athletic store and saw a sign that read: “Energy Creates Energy. Get Moving.” While moving is not generally a big part of speaking up (particularly these days), having energy is! Despite this fact, the majority of people are more concerned with content than they are with how they…