
The Messy Middle: Where the Real Work Happens
There’s a moment in almost every important meeting that goes one of two ways. Someone says something that lands a little sideways. It may challenge an assumption. It could be a real

There’s a moment in almost every important meeting that goes one of two ways. Someone says something that lands a little sideways. It may challenge an assumption. It could be a real

I had never really considered how much the size of the space impacts communication. Until I had what I fondly call a duh-ha! In our leadership communication training–including Executive Presence, Presentations, and

Actors often exude presence – that is their job. Are they more confident? Not always. They are more comfortable. They are trained to see others and to let

First off, I’m quick to remind everyone that men and women both use upspeak. Also, it can be as simple as being part of one’s dialect

“Lacking confidence” is a phrase stamped on assessments and appraisals quite frequently. It’s possibly a misdirection, and it’s hobbling us. If you tell someone they lack

Oh wow! We made the Wall Street Journal! It is so great to share our love of communication. Here is a snippet from the article which

Ever get a small piece of a walnut stuck in your teeth? Do you notice yourself distorting your face while communicating with others trying to get

Wait. Do you hear that? Do you too have voices that are getting in the way? Are you aware of one majorly loud voice that’s interrupting yours?