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How to have those “Tough Conversations” at work

How to have those “Tough Conversations” at work

Reading Time: 3 minutesHow many times have you heard “bad news doesn’t get better with age”? One of the most difficult things a leader must do is have tough conversations with co-workers, direct reports, or a boss. Whether it’s counseling someone for poor performance,...
Two BIG mistakes you make when updating the boss

Two BIG mistakes you make when updating the boss

Reading Time: 4 minutesProgress reports and team updates should be positive and productive. So why do we constantly hear from managers that they’re one of the most painful parts of their week? They’re missing the point but so are you Recently, I met an executive...
Executive presence: why rising stars fall short

Executive presence: why rising stars fall short

Reading Time: 3 minutes  A few years ago I met an aspiring business consultant with all the signs of a rising star. Let’s call her Grace. Grace was leading strategic client engagements and had the undivided attention from most of her colleagues and bosses. But...
How to fix a broken Elevator Pitch

How to fix a broken Elevator Pitch

Reading Time: 4 minutes“So what do you do professionally?” Seems like a simple question, right? Then why do so many of us struggle with providing a clear and succinct answer? When every professional interaction could lead to the next big career move or key connection,...