business conflict resolution

Claiming another’s ideas….

My brother, Norm, called to ask my professional coaching opinion on how he should handle a work situation: “One of the guys I work with presented one of my ideas, but did not give me credit for the idea. I … Continue reading

Gaining Rapport by Asking Questions

Questions are your most powerful tool in gaining rapport. Questions give you control of the conversation and help steer the direction of the conversation. As a presenter, questions can help you improve your presentation. As a boss, they can let … Continue reading

Business Insights Interview

I recently was interviewed by Bruce May, CEO of The Expert Knowledge Network. We had quite a conversation about emotional intelligence, aviation, coaching and the mind. Be sure to listen in … and let me know how this information pertains … Continue reading

The Status of Conflict

Inter-team conflict will never go away.  One of the basics that needs to be discussed among the team members is “How do you feel about conflict?”  Is conflict neutral?  or does it cause emotions to run high?  I contend that it is our … Continue reading

Surface Level or Deep Thinker?

Think of your staff … each one uses a different thought process  when faced with a challenge. Some will look at the personal side and how it will affect the team, others look at the situation from a strictly-business perspective.  … Continue reading

The Habits of the Mind ….

Time for Points to Ponder The Habits of Mind of Professional Behavior* … This can bring up many different habits — think before speaking, don’t cuss or use inappropriate words, keep an open mind ….. and these may have a direct … Continue reading