Communication shouldn’t be efficient. It should be effective. The talking stick is an excellent exercise in both communication and mindfulness. It is inclusive, removes ego, creates respect, and leads to results.
Communication
Don’t Let Others Ignore You
Proactive people don’t wait indefinitely and don’t let others to ignore them. They take the initiative and get things done.
Why You Can’t Believe Anything You Remember
Our memory sucks. Or rather, our brain is trying to keep us safe and oblivious. You may believe that you have a decent memory, that you remember events from the past, that you remember exactly how you felt, and what… Read More ›
How To Negotiate Like A Pro: Never Compromise
In the previous articles of the series, I talked about the importance of preparation, why it is critical to truly listen, and how to understand your opponent at the negotiating table. Today I will talk about why going for a… Read More ›
How To Negotiate Like A Pro: Understand Your Opponent
In the first article of the series, I talked about what things you need to do to enter the negotiation and be successful. Now let’s talk about the importance of understanding the person you are negotiating with. You know what… Read More ›
How To Negotiate Like A Pro: Prepare
As we go through our lives, we negotiate all the time. It is because we constantly want something. We want to buy a house. We want to get a salary increase. We want our kid to go to bed. We… Read More ›
Managing Change In 8 Simple Steps
Change is part of life. And that applies especially to the fast-paced environment of modern business. You need to constantly adapt to ever-changing market conditions, requirements of your customers, and the needs of your suppliers and employees. People hate change…. Read More ›
Make Assumptions At Your Peril
It was in 2015 when I went with a small group of people for a trip to Namibia. We drove from the northeast through the Caprivi strip from Botswana through Etosha, visited the Himba tribe, and before heading south along… Read More ›
The Power Of Powerless Communication
Life is an endless series of negotiations and opportunities to influence those around us. We communicate all the time and often with the intention of getting something done, get some gain, or help others. In the book Give and Take,… Read More ›
Drop The Macho Persona And Do This Instead
Vulnerability is a curious beast. It feels counterintuitive that showing any vulnerability may lead to anything positive, but the surprising truth is that it does. Studies have shown that being willing to show vulnerability helps in numerous ways. It indicates… Read More ›
