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Is This Crystal Clear to You?

(Forbes first published my article here.) My husband and I used to get into “intense” discussions when we traveled together on business. No,...

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Do People REALLY Want Your Ideas and Feedback?

Not always—even when they ask for it. Their actions tell the real story. In fact, a speaker colleague of mine says boldly, “I never ask for...

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How Leaders Communicate Differently From Divas and Deadbeats

Leaders talk often about data and metrics—and new AI possibilities. But some roles and activities defy measurement. For the most part, leadership...

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Straight Talk From Leaders In Tough Times

(Forbes first published my article here.) We’re just finishing a bathroom remodeling job in the home we built more than two decades ago. The...

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How to Avoid Multiple Communication Channels Clogging True Communication

(Forbes first published my article here.) Standing stark naked, I started to place my phone on the bathroom counter nearby before stepping into...

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Excessive Talking Can Be a Killer

Excessive talking can be dangerous to your business and your life.  Tongue-wagging may not send you to the ER with heart-palpitations, blood clots,...

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