Perfectly Imperfect Perfectly Imperfect
02/07/19
Great stories start with imperfection. Watch any TED Talk, read any People magazine article, and the story typically begins with…
Everyone Argues. Here’s How Persuasive… Everyone Argues. Here’s How Persuasive People Do It Differently.
04/04/18
Unless you have Dalai Lama levels of patience and tolerance or hate confrontation, you probably engage in arguments on a…
Do You Hear What I… Do You Hear What I Hear?
02/19/18
On a recent vacation to Italy, we stayed on the Amalfi Coast in Positano and wanted to take a day…
The Danger of Speaking the… The Danger of Speaking the Same Language
07/05/17
My wife is feeding our 2-year-old son, Jake. I overhear the following conversation: Jake: “Mom, give you carrot.” (Mom takes the…
Technical Professionals Still Need Communication… Technical Professionals Still Need Communication Skills
05/31/17
I recently caught up with a good friend and we began talking about our jobs. When I told him I…
Bringing Your “Genuine Self” to… Bringing Your “Genuine Self” to Every Interaction: Use Your Body Language
01/10/17
Have you ever listened to someone and thought, “something here isn’t right?” Why do some people come across as more…
It’s Not All About You It’s Not All About You
11/03/16
We’re all basically wrapped up in our own stuff. That’s not selfish or Machiavellian; it’s just a fact. Our human…
How to Successfully Respond to… How to Successfully Respond to a Question You Really Don't Want to Answer
10/28/16
If you watched the presidential debates, you may have come to the conclusion that answering questions is optional. If you…
How to Get Promoted After… How to Get Promoted After Less Than a Year on the Job
06/15/16
If you want a promotion after less than 12 months on the job, you'll need to show it's a more…