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Ep. 302 – Digital detoxes and collaboration toll cleanses
We are all glued to our smartphones and constantly connected to tools that drive collaborative teamwork. But when you add it all up, is it too much? Is it reasonable, or even desirable, to want to det
Ep. 301 – Let’s stop playing charades
During a recent trip while waiting to board my flight, I accidentally overheard a businessmans frustrating phone call with colleagues. In this episode, I unpack why I decided to eavesdrop and not to
Ep. 300 – Taking time to consider the future of work
Our 300th episode is not only a milestone but also an opportunity to look forward. Over the past few seasons, I have commented on substantial changes in how we communicate, the volume of information (
Ep. 299 – That’s not news it’s noise!
Theres so much news thats not fit to print. What seems initially newsworthy ends up being only noise. Although we all want to be well informed (who doesnt?), we need to be prepared with concrete cr
Ep. 298 – Quiet Works for offsite meetings
Can you remember going to an offsite meeting that was filled with high expectations of lively discussions and important breakthroughs, only to discover the agenda was a mess? The schedule was entirely
Ep. 297 – Communicating on the fly – crash or soar?
Many professionals communicate daily without thinking very much about what they are going to say or write before they do it. Though there are many reasons why this seems acceptable, it isnt. People p
Ep. 296 – Avoid “trouble” as a thinker, talker and doer
In this episode, I dive deep into the song Trouble by Coldplay to explore the connection between thinking, talking, and doing. I discuss how the song inspired me to help you avoid a web of confusion
Ep. 295 – Getting instructors to talk less
Talkative teachers turn learning into a painful chore. In this episode, I discuss the problem of instructors talking far too much and offer a few insights on how to create a more effective and engagin
Ep. 294 – Leave me alone, it can wait!
Everyone acts like theyre waiting on standby for the next emergency call. In this episode, I discuss the importance of being able to disconnect and have uninterrupted quiet time. By challenging our b
Ep. 293 – Seven words of wisdom on silence to savor
Welcome to this weeks podcast, where we explore the value of silence and intentional communication. As your host, I share seven sayings on the power of silence and how it can enhance our professional