Visual metaphors that are too close to what your business actually does can trigger conversations that stall. In order to get your people talking about the Big Picture for your…
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Accentuate the positives to motivate your people. Many people feel their bosses only ever comment on what they are getting wrong. So, make a conscious effort to make someone’s day,…
The humble quiz can be a remarkably effective tool in helping presenters land the important messages. A senior leader stands up to give a presentation. He’s good on his feet…
It’s not easy running a meeting of people from different backgrounds – especially virtually. We have all been in meetings when a leader asks: “Any questions?” – this is usually…
To achieve your goals at your next event, do everything by the book… your playbook. You’ll need at least five chapters: • The results your event will deliver • An…
When employees are asked to change to help the business meet future challenges, they go on a well-documented journey: denial, resistance, exploration and then commitment, often referred to as a…
When engaging with others it’s exhausting trying to be something, or someone, you are not and challenging to keep up the act 24/7/365. It is a performance that your colleagues…
When thinking through how to build a great relationship with an important stakeholder, try taking a different perspective! Instead of simply seeing things from your point of view, or indeed…
Harness the power of your informal influencers. In all organisations and in every team, you’ll find informal influencers; colleagues whose ability to influence opinion, positively or otherwise, belies their position…
It’s possible to hook anyone into a story about almost anything. The power of storytelling holds true regardless of your sector or seniority. It is why well-told stories, and their…
The vast majority of us humans are hard-wired to take notice of the difficult and challenging things that take place in our lives – and have been for millennia. Accordingly,…
Have you ever noticed how attractive positive people are to work with? They open the shutters every morning and let the light in to their lives. They are great to…
