Blind in the Hallways: Communication is Inevitable

Did you know that we cannot NOT communicate? Communication is inevitable. Think about that for a moment. No matter where you are or what you are doing, if other people are present you are communicating with or to them. What is the difference between with and to? When...

What Would You Say?

One of the things I’ve learned is how important it is for us to know our key messages…not just the words we say, but our beliefs and values that lie behind them. It’s important to know these because reporters, journalists, interviewers, listeners and...

Does Your Highschool Voice Get You Adult Results?

Do you feel like you are not being taken seriously? When you’re delivering information, do your listeners start to problem solve…when what you meant to do was give them answers? Do you think you’re being held back in your organization or being passed...

Patience in the Workplace

I read a lot of fiction and fantasy. I write notes when I read something that makes me think of a life or business message I can learn and share. When I read this passage in The Forest House by Marion Zimmer Bradley, I thought about how difficult it can be for people...