Setting goals? Don’t forget the BMW!
Most of us get involved in some kind of goal setting these days, whether it’s personal or work related. The reasons why have long been known by psychologists; we actually thrive and are happier if [...]
Conflict? Who do you believe?
This is a lemon crystal. That’s a type of cucumber, you know. Consider this. A couple of months ago I bought a little cucumber plant at the village fete. I’d never grown one before, but [...]
Which types of power you are using?
Power means, very simply, getting someone to do the things you want them to do. One of the few things that irks me in my job as a trainer is the number of times people [...]
Join the CIA:Confidence, Integrity, Amiability
No, not that CIA. This one: Confidence Integrity Amiability As far as I am concerned, these are the three most important components needed for a professional, positive image. […]
Is someone irritating you? Here’s a few thoughts
It happens to us all sometimes – another person gets on our nerves, and we feel the irritation rise – sometimes before they have even spoken a word! It happens because we are complex beings – [...]
Are you jumping to conclusions?
Getting results At work, we are all being driven to get results, to achieve, to succeed – and fast. Some of us have personality styles that thrive in this type of environment – even if [...]
Why Managers Must Ask Great Questions
What makes a good question? When do we use them? Why does it matter? I believe that a lack of questioning skills is one of the most important skills shortages in managers today. Decision making, [...]