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Call Back Episode – 209 Tech Timeouts
Call Back Episode 209: Tech Timeouts, originally recordedon October18, 2021. When you are always on, that means youre never off. Living in a 24/7 world of pervasive connectivity, we are challenged
Ep. 372 – You’re better left alone
A 1980s self-help guru predicted that if you go into the silence for 30-60 minutes, you will get clarity 100% of the time. In an environment that doesnt allow even a few minutes alone, we may find
Ep. 371 – Meeting participants (and potted plants)
Think about being in a meeting and seeing someone who has no vital role and nothing to say. They just fill a chair and add no immediate value. Like a potted plant, they may be there to fill a space. I
Ep. 370 – Making key conversations count (the 6 T’s)
Whether its an important conversation or a very difficult one, we need to be ready. In this weeks episode, I will walk you through six different considerations to put you in a frame of mind that imp
Ep. 369 – You’re all over the place
Watching someone communicate with no purpose and no plan is brutal. Its like seeing a poor farmer scatter seed blindly into the wind. If this is how you show up, its going to take a toll. Many peopl
Ep. 368 – Sharing crucible stories
Great leaders are authentic and willing to share when theyve struggled, been tested and have failed. Success is often the result of severe challenges, stupid mistakes and painful losses. By being abl
Ep. 367 – Becoming a thought leader (not a thoughtless one)
Many professionals aspire to be thought leaders, yet few have what it takes. If this is what you (or someone you might know) feel compelled to pursue, be warned that with this role comes responsibilit
Ep. 366 – Working with AI slowly and quietly
If you cant sit still for a moment, it will be hard to extract the real value AI. As these mind-bending developments increasingly take root, we may be too busy to even take notice. The irony harsh
Ep. 365 – An imperfect guide to generational communication differences
Boomers, Gen X, Millennials and Gen Z all think theyre somehow superior. When it comes to communication, there are definitely differences but people share more in common than theyd like to admit. In
Ep. 364 – Botching your day-to-day conversations
Professionals may worry too much about their presentation skills and fail to improve their daily conversations. Whether its calling someone, providing an update or having a side-bar discussion, these