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- 3 Steps to Compelling Communication - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2008 from Gail SolishCommunication is the primary tool we use to interact with others. It is vital in the development of successful business and personal relationships. Helen Keller who was blind, deaf and mute needed to learn ways to communicate so she could participate in the world. Participating in everyday ...
Views: 1431 - Self-Awareness - The 3 Keys To Achievement - Attitude, Action And Acknowledgement - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2008 from Gail Solish"Learn to be happy with what you have while you pursue all that you want." ~Anonymous Most people want to achieve success but it is important to be mindful that the definition of success may be different for each individual. In order to achieve what you want there are three important ...
Views: 4653 - Assumptions and Acknowledgements - The Opposing Sides of Effective Communication - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2008 from Gail SolishCommunication is the heart of relationships. Unless you're a hermit most people want to have great relationships in both their business and personal life. Assumptions and acknowledgements are opposing aspects of powerful communication. Assumptions lead to dysfunction and acknowledgments create ...
Views: 1011 - Relationships - The Myth Of The Generation Gap In The Business World - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2008 from Gail SolishIn today’s work world many generations are employed at the same company. There are often biases and assumptions people have which can create overwhelming conflict that ultimately damages working relationships. “Most intergenerational conflict shares a common point of origin: the ...
Views: 1945 - Communication-The Central Core Of Relationships is How You Communicate - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2008 from Gail SolishYour communication style greatly impacts your relationships. The more you are aware of how you communicate, the more powerful and positive your communications will be. In my work, I often encounter people who believe they are being clear and responsive in their communication. However, their ...
Views: 795 - 3 Keys to Creating Different Perspectives - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2008 from Gail SolishThe expression "Thinking Outside The Box," has become a catch phrase in our busy world. Innovation and creativity generally comes from taking a different perspective, perhaps even going against the norm. The other end of the spectrum would be finding yourself in a rut, always doing or thinking ...
Views: 851 - Your Vacation! Don't Forget To Take One - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2008 from Gail SolishGiven that we live in a stressful world, where we are often going full tilt and have many commitments and responsibilities, it is important to take time off. Stop the merry-go-round, take a break, do something totally different, something out of your ordinary work routine. It is a wonderful ...
Views: 791 - Communication Mistakes – 5 Sure Fire Ways To Create Problems In Your Communications - by Submitted on May 28, 2008 from Gail Solish"Seek first to understand, then to be understood." ~ Stephen Covey Communication is the core of business and interpersonal relationships. Most people want positive interactions with others whether in business or their personal life. Some times the things you say or do contribute to the ...
Views: 770 - Stress Reduction - 3 Steps to Greater Work Productivity and Less Stress - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2008 from Gail SolishHave you ever felt overwhelmed and stressed by all your responsibilities and obligations? You work full time, have a long commute to the office, have children and a partner, parents who are beginning to have health problems and volunteer commitments. Feeling stretched to the breaking point, ...
Views: 860 - Dropping The Balls Vs Maintaining Balance - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2008 from Gail SolishMany people have what they desire, a great job or wonderful family and friends, but don't make the time to enjoy these things. How are you managing your life? Do you feel overwhelmed or out of sync? Recently many of my clients have been talking about how much they have to do, how many ...
Views: 764 - The Importance Of You - Value Yourself! - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2008 from Gail SolishAre you the type of person who looks after everyone else and puts your needs at the bottom of the list? How many times have you said, "Oh, I don’t have time to do that for myself, I have too many other things to do?" Recently I overheard a conversation between a manager and an employee ...
Views: 988 - 3 Habits That Sabotage Workplace Success - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2007 from Gail Solish1. Never Feeling Good Enough - Are you constantly evaluating everything you do and generally finding fault. Do you have an internal voice which critiques you on everything, seeing only the negatives, not the positives? This voice is often described as a "gremlin." When you are feeling not good ...
Views: 868 - The Toxic Colleague and/or Manager - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2007 from Gail SolishPeter had a colleague who complained about everything that was happening at work. He disagreed with any suggestion or new initiative that came down the pipeline. His negative attitude and comments infected the work environment, creating an atmosphere of tension and exhaustion. Does this sound ...
Views: 952 - Essential Skills for Creating A Dynamite Relationship with Your Boss - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2007 from Gail SolishAt some point in our lives most of us will be working for someone else, so it is important to fully understand what makes our boss tick and how best to interact and influence him or her. How much attention have you given to your boss's personality style? How does she function? What seems to ...
Views: 1218 - Time Management vs. Self Management - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2006 from Gail SolishAre you someone who makes lists of all the things you need to do? At the end of the day when you review your list, are you disappointed because you haven’t accomplished as much as you would have liked. Does this sound familiar to you? We hear a lot about time management and how we need to ...
Views: 5259 - Laughter Makes the Workplace Lighter - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2006 from Gail SolishDid you know that the average preschooler laughs or smiles 400 times a day? That number drops to 15 by the time people are 35 yrs. old. Isn’t it amazing what stress and too much responsibility can do? So who says that work always has to be serious? Work environments where humor is ...
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