communication skills

5 Communication Skills That Will Identify You As a Leader

(Forbes previously published my article here.) How do “leaders” get labeled in your organization?  While most organizations these days have a...

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Book Publishing myths

Myths Versus Facts in Book Writing and Publishing

Anybody can write and publish a book today. If you don’t believe it, read Brent Underwood’s “publishing success” reported in the Observer. ...

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marriage communication, relationship communication

Communicating Love Through Stages and Seasons of Marriage

  Remember Valentine’s Day: Feb 14! My gift to you: The week’s guest article by Dr. Jeff Rees. We hope it makes a big difference in your...

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persuasion, influence, leadership

How to Become A Person of Influence

(Forbes first published my article here.) Business circles are buzzing often these days about influence. Who has it? Who lacks it? Why people need...

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positive thinking, positivity, mindset, positive mindset, think positively

6 Ways to Think Positively in a Negative World

No one will argue that negativity surrounds us. Government shutdowns. Politicians pointing fingers, giving their counterparts tongue-lashings, and...

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finances, financial discussion, household finances,

How to Have Tough, Productive Conversations About Money at Home

Guest Column by Mary Kelly, PhD THIS is the year you are going to lose the weight, exercise 3 times a week, and get your finances in order.  You...

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