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"Because people matter, we must lead them well" One key problem we run into is that we focus on technical skill and don't work on communications and influence. In this podcast I'll help you get more of the important "geek work" done by helping you get others to want to help you!

Tom Cooper

  • Apr 15, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
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What do you mean “It’s Better”?

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020 1:00


Your #customer may mean something #different when they ask which #product is #better. What are they looking for? http://TomCooper.us The post What do you mean “It’s Better”? appeared first on BrightHill Group .

Do these really make that much difference?

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2020 0:56


Text-based and “virtual communication” cuts out a ton of useful communication cues that we use to interpret what others mean. People fill in the blanks with negativity. While I’m not generally a fan of emoticons, experts say we should use these 7 emojis to help convey your emotions. Want more like this? Http://TomCooper.us/workfromhome The post But I HATE emojis! appeared first on BrightHill Group .

Creating connection in a virtual world

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2020 13:18


I was blown away to learn of some great research by Dr. Nick Morgan who has written a book called “Can you Hear Me? How to Connect With People in a Virtual World.” In this episode I share a few of the great ideas that Dr. Morgan has studied. Want more info on working from […] The post Creating connection in a virtual world appeared first on BrightHill Group .

Will you be the next success story?

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2020 1:47


Join me for a four session study from John Maxwell: “Leading Through Crisis” http://TomCooper.us/leadingthroughcrisis The post Will you be the next success story? appeared first on BrightHill Group .

What caterpillars can teach us about coronavirus

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2020 1:58


http://BrightHillGroup.com/leadingthroughcrisis We are “frozen” in our cocoon. We will emerge. Will we be transformed? That’s up to us! Join me for a great study on Leading Through Crisis The post What caterpillars can teach us about coronavirus appeared first on BrightHill Group .

Are you tired? Want to find your footing?

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2020 2:27


Will you join me for a 4 session Virtual Mastermind Group? http://TomCooper.us/leadingthroughcrisis Leading Through Crisis John Maxwell Study group. Starts next Thursday! The post Are you tired? Want to find your footing? appeared first on BrightHill Group .

How to Work From Home Without Hurting Your Career – An Interview with Bobby Dewrell

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2020 28:36


Learn amazing work from home tips from a real expert. Bobby Dewrell answers practical questions. The post How to Work From Home Without Hurting Your Career – An Interview with Bobby Dewrell appeared first on BrightHill Group .

Do people matter?

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2020 0:52


#personal #connection is #critical as we are #stressed and dealing with #coronavirus #make #connecting a priority! Http://TomCooper.us/workfromhome The post Do people matter? appeared first on BrightHill Group .

Remote Meeting Tips

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2020 15:22


How to Make video work well. I’ve seen a bunch of challenges this week with video calls and meetings and I was inspired to help. I’ve created a checklist “Top 5 Mistakes You’re Making on Video” (and how to fix them) Head over to my website: http://BrightHillGroup.com/videotips to get access to the list! The post Remote Meeting Tips appeared first on BrightHill Group .

How adaptable are you?

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2020 10:55


Today’s key points: 1. The most adaptable is the one who survives 2. Check out Jocko s podcast episode: Good” His book Extreme Ownership is a good read, too. 3. Make Failure your Friend: Ever tried. Ever failed. No Matter. Try again. Fail again. Fail better. Samuel Beckett 4. Remember that Grit is the secret to […] The post How adaptable are you? appeared first on BrightHill Group .

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