Today, we’re continuing our “Clear the Clutter” series. Our topic today is one that, if you take action on it, can have a big impact on your relationships and your business. I’m talking about all those unanswered emails sitting in your inbox. If you just felt a tinge of guilt when I brought up this … Read more
As writers, we spend a lot of time focusing on helping other people tell their stories. Maybe you do client work, coaching, run a writing community as I do, or interview others for a podcast, as I do as well. Even if you only write for yourself, much of your time is spent thinking about … Read more
Have you ever sat in a coffee shop and listened to the conversations happening around you? It’s fascinating. 99% of the time, people are only talking about themselves. Almost everyone in every social situation makes a conversation about them. It is rare to hear someone who is listening empathetically to the other person who is … Read more
There is a part of each one of us that wants to be admired. We want to be respected. We want other people to think of us highly. And why not? That is completely in line with human nature. From the dawn of time, men and women have struggled to gain power over one another … Read more
Everyone knows we live in a world that is increasingly fragmented and fractured. As a communicator, you must learn to interact with the world through empathy, understanding, and compassion. In other words, it’s hard to be relevant or successful if you’re not a good listener! That’s why I’m thrilled to have my good friend, Elaine … Read more