Are you walking around masking your true self? I have struggled with a weight problem my entire life. However, it got worse as I got older. It’s funny because looking back at pictures when I was younger and even in my late teens and early 20s, I wasn’t overweight. I was just heavier than my …
In coaching sessions, managers often discuss the struggle of providing employeefeedback but giving constructive criticism is crucial for employee growth anddevelopment. The commentary to correct mistakes is for the company’s greater good and theemployee’s benefit. What you say and how you say it is imperative to reachingyour ultimate goals of improving the company culture and …
What you say and how you say it is part of your brand identity and leadershipstyle. As a Strengths ® Coach, I work with clients on leading with their strengths;it is the basis of developing their leadership style. However, how we communicate plays a significant role in how we lead andwhether people follow us. Our …
By Vanessa Denha Garmo From water cooler conversations to team talks, the conversations employeesengage in contribute to creating the company and store culture.Employees learn how to communicate in the workplace, from bullies in thebackroom and boardroom to supervisors on the floor and leading teams. It oftenstarts at the top. The business owner, manager – and …
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We all have stories to tell, but do you ever ask: Why do we tell them? There are many reasons. Stories connect us. They help drive a point home and can better explain an important lesson. In the Christian faith, personal testimonials are powerful ways to evangelize Christ. Sometimes, stories are painful to tell, like the …
As a Coach, I often facilitate programs, workshops, and Focus Groups. I particularly love Focus Groups to gain insights. As a Strengths® Coach with the talent of input in the top 10, I love data andinformation. I need to collect and archive. I like to accumulate information,ideas, and artifacts. Hosting a focus group offers several …
From water cooler conversations to team talks, the conversations employees engage in contribute to creating the company culture. From bullies in the boardroom to supervisors on staff, employees learn how to communicate in the workplace. It all starts at the top. The leader sets the tone and contributes to the culture’s communication style. While working …
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Repurposing content is a smart strategy to maximize your efforts and reach a broader audience. This is part of our communication strategy with our clients. Your content used on various platforms also helps define your leadership style. How you communicate further unleashes the leader in you. Here are 7 ways you can effectively multipurpose your existing content. …
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I have been working with a client on and off for a couple of years who desired to take deep dives into challenges she was having at work but at the same time, she stopped short of overcoming big obstacles which prevented her from reaching the next level in her growth. As much as her …
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“Be Who God meant you to be and you will set the world on Fire.” – St. Catherine of Siena That quote from St. Catherine of Siena is one of my favorites and it prompts the question: how do we know who God intended us to be? I believe it’s through seeking Truth! We typically …
Improving emotional intelligence involves developing a better understanding and control of your own emotions, as well as being able to empathize with others. Successful leaders often have high emotional intelligence. The five major components of EQ are self-awareness, self-regulation, social awareness, social regulation and motivation. These traits help with making decisions, setting goals and managing stress, …
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