Tag: empowerment

Stop Asking These Questions

Stop asking these questions! I had a manager who probably received the Manager 101 Handbook back in the 80’s. He knew he needed to ask questions, but he completely missed the mark! Want to avoid his mistake? Listen into the

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Listen Up to Get Ahead

A statement I often hear: “Colleen, I know I’m supposed to advocate for myself, but I don’t want to sound arrogant.” Sound familiar? Learn the strategy we recommend to showcase your strengths without coming across as vain or smug. Bonus –

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How to Advocate for Yourself Without Sounding Arrogant

A statement I often hear: “Colleen, I know I’m supposed to advocate for myself, but I don’t want to sound arrogant.” Sound familiar? Learn the strategy we recommend to showcase your strengths without coming across as vain or smug. Bonus –

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Your Open Door Policy Isn’t Enough

You know it the moment you see it. In fact, you even feel it! What do you call it? The It-Factor or the X-Factor? In the corporate world, it’s called Executive Presence. Executive Presence isn’t needed only for those interested in

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Why Executive Presence is Vital for Everyone

You know it the moment you see it. In fact, you even feel it! What do you call it? The It-Factor or the X-Factor? In the corporate world, it’s called Executive Presence. Executive Presence isn’t needed only for those interested in

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Big Mistake with a Multi-Generational Workforce

Multi-generational mistake you might be making! It’s the first time in history with more than four generations in the workplace at the same time! If we know that communication is the cornerstone to success, then how do we possibly navigate

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Are You a “Too-Generous” Manager?

As a leader, you need to be there for your team. It’s one of your primary responsibilities. That’s one of my mantras that kept me going, even through the roughest of times in my corporate position. But, is there a

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Why Do I Need to Speak?

It’s not just about the stage or the boardroom. You are always presenting! In fact, you’re presenting even when you’re outside of work – PTA meetings, Homeowners Association meetings, church gatherings, or simply making a brief toast at someone’s birthday.

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Easy vs. Effective Communication

It’s easier to say what I want! These were the words spoken by the CEO after I spent the day with him and his leadership team training on communication. Discover the shift from easy to effective.

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Leaders Don’t Ask Leading Questions

There’s a podcast that I love listening to, it’s called SmartLess. You may have heard of it, and if not, by all means go check it out! Just be warned, it has adult content in it. But it’s hosted by

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The One Thing Holding You Back

50% have lost out on an opportunity because of the lack of one skill! Looking for that promotion or next opportunity? Are you perhaps missing this one skill that could radically increase your odds? Find out what could be holding

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How to Deal with Angry People

I just can’t take it! Early in my career, I found myself coaching one of my direct reports on how to handle an angry client. Although this happened years ago, I hear similar situations again and again across organizations I

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