Debate Debacle

July 1, 2024By Dale KleinCommunication Style|Goal-Setting, Credibilty, Goal-Setting

[Image  by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] Have you ever considered a debate?  If you have, there are certain speaking behaviors to avoid so you don’t end up in a debacle.  Here they are: Per an article by Thomas Hicks on LinkedIn, the following should be avoided– Don’t attack another person. Don’t generalize or exaggerate. Don’t … Read More

Give ’em a break

May 27, 2024By Dale KleinAccommodations, Credibilty, Distractions, Meetings|Professionalism, Presentation Skills|Professionalism

[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] Breaks during a presentation are often a necessity.  Why? Good question and the answer is: 1. bio break 2. catch-up via email, text, or phone 3. process 4. chance to energize or move. Those are all possibilities to consider for your attendees however there are additional considerations which include: … Read More

Business Person vs. Business Leader

April 8, 2024By Dale KleinCommunication patterns, Communication Style, Communication Style|Habits, Credibilty, Goal-Setting, Habits

[Image by Gerd Altmann of Pixabay] What is the difference between a business person vs. a business leader?  The secret to the difference is one important distinction—how one communicates.  Let’s reveal what some others may think about how we come across. I don’t have a clue what the point is!  Always ensure you have a … Read More

How do you spell S.U.P.E.R.V.I.S.O.R.?

February 12, 2024By Dale KleinCommunication Style|Distractions|Presentation Skills, Communication Style|Habits, Credibilty, Distractions

[Image by no-longer-here of Pixabay] The word supervisor may have different meanings depending on the source you use.  Here’s how I spell the word supervisor: S= Support Staff U=Update Staff P=Problem  Solve E=Ensure Equity R=Respect Differences V=Visualize Outcomes I=Invite Feedback S=Set Goals O=Offer Feedback R=Repair Communication Breakdowns This is certainly not intended as an exhaustive … Read More