This one goes to all my introverts out there. It’s about the dreaded “small talk” – how and why to do it.
Tag: persuasion
Anyone who has worked with me knows that I love to use an analogy. Or a metaphor. Similes make me smile. I sometimes mix them up, which causes my writer/editor friends to cringe, but I think just adds to my charm. But you won’t be surprised to hear that it’s all for a purpose. Analogies can be incredibly useful tools when trying to communicate ideas to others – especially when you’re discussing topics of personal
Being a leader involves changing your mind. A lot. New data comes in. Business conditions change. Unexpected events occur. Trends pop up, and forecasts get beat or missed. Like a sailor, you are constantly moving, tacking with the wind. Teams, however value consistency. Ask anyone and they’ll tell you, one of the qualities they value in a manager or leader is predictability. There’s immense pressure to always be right. To make the right call, to