Have you ever been stuck on a dream? You’ve let yourself dream big, you’ve defined what you want that dream to look like, and you may have even outlined goals to help you achieve your dream. But you keep hitting a wall. Either the dream seems too big or you just can’t figure out what to do next. You’re not…
Ever walk away from a meeting or conversation in which all the right things were said—people were nodding, smiling, maybe even taking notes—but then nothing gets done? Everyone heard the words, but somehow, those words didn’t translate into action. In effective communication as a leader, interaction fuels action. Leaders who effectively communicate create advocates who not only act, but also…
What makes you feel valued and included in your work life? Is it your company’s policies and values? The people you work with and for? Chances are, it’s all the above. But it mostly comes down to our leaders. What leaders say and do make up to 70% of whether someone feels included at work. This is important because the…
Ask any communication professional or skilled speaker and they will tell you that the first step in getting results through your communication is knowing and connecting with your audience. But that’s easier said than done. Often we fall into the trap of trying to impress our audience rather than making sure what (and how) we’re communicating is what will resonate…
There’s no doubt that our ability to communicate well is a key factor in our ability to lead well. In fact, it’s the first growth lane we address in C.L.E.A.R. by Maxwell Leadership®—our digital, interactive guide for developing your personal growth and leadership skills. But poor communication is still one of the top complaints people cite for the core issues…
Ever look at your personal growth goals and wonder why you’re not making as much progress as you’d like? When it comes to our own growth, we often have a road-map mentality: we have a destination, and we have a list of turns to make to get there. But in reality, it’s other people and the relationships we surround ourselves…
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