Sometimes a well-phrased question is all you need

Sometimes a well-phrased question is all you need

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you’re struggling to “make an impression” or influence others? Sometimes, a well-phrased question is all you need. In my experience, when I stop “telling” and start “asking,”...
Do You Need to Change Your Lens?

Do You Need to Change Your Lens?

I use a lot of principles from positive psychology when coaching clients and delivering training programs. One of my favorites is the “Poetic Principle,” which can be summed up as: What you focus on GROWS No experience has meaning until we assign it. A situation can...
How to Get Work Done Faster

How to Get Work Done Faster

During the summer months, my mantra is “work smarter, not harder” because I want more free time to enjoy the beautiful weather. I thought I would share some of my favorite productivity tips and encourage you to spend less time working this summer! Tip #1:...
PREPI to Persuade

PREPI to Persuade

Recently I’ve been coaching a few clients on improving their verbal communication skills and speaking persuasively. So, we’ve been applying the PREPI model. PREPI stands for Point, Reason, Evidence, Point-again, Invite others to speak. Assume you want to...
Have You Heard About the Mouse Jiggler?

Have You Heard About the Mouse Jiggler?

I came across a headline, Woman Working from Home Sparks Debate by Using a ‘Mouse Jiggler’ and had to read the story.  You probably have the same question I did – what the heck is a mouse jiggler? It’s a device that simulates moving your mouse while away from...