Podcasts about saying what you mean

Jim talks with Josh Bernoff, author of Writing Without Bullshit, about the impact of AI on writing education and professional writing. They discuss Josh's background and career, Stephen Lane's recent op-ed arguing that AI should take over writing mechanics, problems with AI-generated writing, the role of writing in thinking, ChatGPT's "deep research," Jim's ScriptHelper project, the decline in math & navigation skills, the importance of memos for corporate decision-making, literacy as a fundamental life skill, Ethan Mollick's approach to AI in education, writing as art, the PowerPoint problem, the Idiocracy scenario, and much more. Episode Transcript "Could AI Replace the Teaching of Writing?: Why the Boston Globe op-ed is dead wrong" - Josh's blog post "AI in the classroom could spare educators from having to teach writing" - Stephen Lane's Boston Globe op-ed Writing Without Bullshit, by Josh Bernoff The Age of Intent: Using Artificial Intelligence to Deliver a Superior Customer Experience, by P.V. Kannan with Josh Bernoff Josh Bernoff is an expert on how business books can propel thinkers to prominence. He is the author of Build a Better Business Book: How to Plan, Write, and Promote a Book That Matters – A Comprehensive Guide for Authors and Writing Without Bullshit: Boost Your Career by Saying What You Mean, as well as coauthor of Groundswell: Winning in a World Transformed by Social Technologies. He works closely with nonfiction authors as an advisor, coach, editor, or ghostwriter.

Get personalized courses, live webinars & Q&As, and more for free for 7 days! https://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/dream-life?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=7-day-trial&utm_medium=organic&utm_content=mg-02-05-25&el=podcast In this episode of The Thais Gibson Podcast, Thais Gibson and co-host Mike break down the most common protest behaviors of the Fearful Avoidant attachment style—the subconscious coping mechanisms that can sabotage relationships, even when they're meant to soothe. Drawing from personal experiences, Thais and Mike share valuable insights into how Fearful Avoidants may push their partners away while yearning for deeper connection. They discuss:

NERC Senior Vice President and the CEO of the Electricity Information Sharing and Analysis Center (E-ISAC) in conversation with host Francis Bradley about the role of the E-ISAC and what it does to help secure the North American electricity system. They talk about the current and evolving threat environment, the importance of exercises and learning from the GridEx exercises, cyber mutual assistance, the importance of partnerships with governments and the vendor community, and what the future may look like for the E-ISAC. They close the conversation with Manny's two book recommendations to add to the Flux Capacitor Book Club.Manny Cancel at NERC: https://www.nerc.com/AboutNERC/exec/Documents/Manny%20Cancel_execbio.pdf Electricity Information Sharing and Analysis Center (E-ISAC): https://www.eisac.com/s/ GridEx VIII: https://www.eisac.com/s/gridex Manny on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manny-cancel-19a21325/ Book recommendations:Radical Candor: How to Get What You Want by Saying What You Mean by Kim Scott: https://www.amazon.ca/Radical-Candor-What-Want-Saying/dp/1529038340/ref=sr_1_1?crid=25BO26N4V04P2&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.rzT_MgYPxAPYNJWJXa69AKgRaz53BUxsc_0CpmHLSiPedkpHB2t9O6KCMAtEipRQ80KU5z_EIWuw4XtlD3QcDjugyv8A6NX_gOJa6umqQUI-7lki7_c2lDaVisZnnHAyzYGCG7NbO9FZnbGsOgEpwLBON-b50PUeklHcbAuI_zo4lURoF1HcSSaiJpq4JFxfXDH6ryIm8DsMFdWtc1pes4H-4F6tamcKeRhg62JBFB0WJoC5vPYWHinc16tNKtSTJDrovPReyOl_LZWYPkwKNaUxAx8TFSs6RYc56lC4JEc.MIsLJjLwijLSOFsQ17aMSxRV0QrgeD3BGpVEGW04sbg&dib_tag=se&keywords=radical+candor+kim+scott&qid=1733682068&sprefix=radical+candor+kim+scott%2Caps%2C244&sr=8-1Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60194162-demon-copperhead

This episode we are joined by the awesome Steve Trapps. Steve is the co-owner of Scrum Facilitators, an experienced Scrum Master, and a Professional Scrum Trainer with 20 years plus of experience in delivering complex products in many different business sectors.This week we answer that age old question, Can Cybersecurity Teams Actually Do Scrum? To answer that, we do a deep dive into when you should and shouldn't use scrum in your cybersecurity teams and of course, we will learn exactly what a scrum master does! Together we will explore how scrum can be used to foster better conversations, create transparency and help you achieve your goal; what it takes to be an A1 facilitator, like Steve, as well as how not to get caught up in the dogma of ‘the scrum guide'!Key Takeaways:What is Scrum? How do I become a Scrum Master? More than just overseeing daily stand ups and organising Jira tickets we unveil the multifaceted responsibilities of a Scrum Master, including coaching, mentoring, and facilitating effective teamwork.Scrum for the Unknown, Not the Mundane: Scrum shines in situations with complexity and uncertainty, perfect for tackling emerging threats! But for routine tasks (BAU), consider alternative approaches.Ditch the "Scrum Guide Says" Mindset: Focus on the purpose of Scrum - fostering conversations, transparency, and clear outcomes. Don't get bogged down in dogma!How To Spot a Bad Meeting? Well you're sweet for asking but…Links to everything we discussed in this episode can be found in the show notes and if you liked the show, please do leave us a review.Follow us on all good podcasting platforms and via our YouTube channel, and don't forget to share on LinkedIn and in your teams.It really helps us spread the word and get high-quality guests, on future episodes. We hope you enjoyed this episode - See you next time, keep secure, and don't forget to ask yourself, ‘Am I the compromising position here?' Keywords: cybersecurity, agile, scrum, scrum master, coaching, facilitation, kanbanShow NotesVisual Thinking: The Hidden Gifts of People Who Think in Pictures, Patterns and Abstractions by Temple GrandinRadical Candor: How to Get What You Want by Saying What You Mean by Kim ScottCreativity, Inc.: an inspiring look at how creativity can - and should - be harnessed for business success by the founder of Pixar by Ed CatmullAbout Steve TrappsSteve Trapps is the co-owner of Scrum Facilitators, an experienced Scrum Master, and a Professional Scrum Trainer with 20 years plus of experience in delivering complex products in many different business sectors. He started his career as a software developer, working for Nestle before working for Sky, building applications & websites for many of the English Premier League football teams. Previously being a developer, Steve has worked in various teams (Scrum and none Scrum) so he comes packed with real-life stories, from Start-Ups building the next social media network up to large corporations handling thousands of transactions a second. If you want to learn from someone who has been there, then Steve can share experiences to help you on your way. Steve focuses on helping individuals & teams reach their full potential through professional development coaching and professional training.LINKS FOR Steve TrappsSteve's LinkedInScrum Facilitators

In this episode of The Evolving Leader podcast, co-hosts Jean Gomes and Scott Allender are in conversation with Kim Scott. Kim is the author of the best selling ‘Radical Candor, How To Get What You Want by Saying What You Mean' (2017), ‘Just Work: How to Confront Bias, Prejudice and Bullying to Build a Culture of Inclusivity' (2021) and the more recently published ‘Radical Respect, How to Work Together Better' (2024). Kim was a CEO coach at Dropbox, Qualtrix and Twitter and she hosts the Radical Candor and Radical Respect podcast.Referenced during this episode:Radical Candor, How To Get What You Want by Saying What You MeanRadical Respect, How to Work Together Better Other reading from Jean Gomes and Scott Allender:Leading In A Non-Linear World (J Gomes, 2023)The Enneagram of Emotional Intelligence (S Allender, 2023)Social:Instagram           @evolvingleaderLinkedIn             The Evolving Leader PodcastTwitter               @Evolving_LeaderYouTube           @evolvingleader The Evolving Leader is researched, written and presented by Jean Gomes and Scott Allender with production by Phil Kerby. It is an Outside production.Send a message to The Evolving Leader team

Dr. Nathan Regier, your host, welcomes Jeff Jacobs to today's episode. Jeff has a 30-plus year career in Human Resources spanning numerous Global Leadership roles. He is currently the Senior Director of Organizational Effectiveness at Adobe. In that capacity, he serves as an executive coach and internal consultant to senior leadership teams across the company. Dr. Nate and Jeff discuss the particularities of his position at Adobe; they explore the features of a healthy team and the challenges a team must confront to achieve its best performance. Jeff shares his vast knowledge of psychological safety, vulnerability, diversity, and inclusiveness based on his extensive experience in leading high-performing teams.   Key Takeaways: [3:40] Jeff talks about a conference both he and Dr. Nate recently participated in. [5:15] Jeff shares some of his background and journey that led him to his current position at Adobe. [6:57] What about Jeff's Senior Director of Organizational Effectiveness position at Adobe is unique? [9:26] What makes a team healthy? [11:00] Jeff addresses compassion and inclusivity as crucial features of a healthy team. [12:40] Where does conflict come in for high-performing teams? [15:13] What is psychological safety? How does it contribute to high-performing teams? [18:50] What does “radical candor” really mean? [21:15] Jeff expands on the key to effective feedback. [22:20] How does vulnerability contribute to high-performing teams? [24:57] Why do so many leaders perceive vulnerability as a weakness? [27:27] What are some of the systems and processes that can support high-performing cultures? [31:32] How does Jeff measure the impact of what he does? [33:13] What is the difference between people liking you, and benefiting an organization? [35:44] Jeff talks about the book he is about to release. [39:13] Jeff shares how he keeps himself vulnerable and open. [42:35] Dr. Nate shares his top takeaways from a fantastic conversation with Jeff Jacobs.   Mentioned in this episode: The Compassion Mindset Compassionate Accountability: How Leaders Build Connection and Get Results, Nate Regier Visit Next-Element   The Right Kind of Wrong: The Science of Failing Well, Amy Edmondson   Radical Candor: How to Get What You Want by Saying What You Mean, Tim Scott Learn more about Jeff Jacobs' book Still Coming of Age.   Tweetables: “A healthy team starts with trust and psychological safety.” #oncompassion   “Leveraging diversity is not just about accepting and valuing differences; there is an inherent conflict in diversity and also an inherent opportunity.” #oncompassion   “Psychological safety is the foundation that enables someone to lean into the discomfort.” #oncompassion   “Culture is to build one relationship at a time.” #oncompassion “Vulnerability is one of the most profound leadership strengths that exists.” #oncompassion

Welcome to episode #908 of Six Pixels of Separation - The ThinkersOne Podcast. Here it is: Six Pixels of Separation - The ThinkersOne Podcast - Episode #908. When I think about business books... from writing one to the ideas within them, to how the business of writing book works, I think of Josh Bernoff. His latest book, Build a Better Business Book - How to Plan, Write, and Promote a Book That Matters, highlights his deep understanding of the intricate process of crafting impactful business literature, and how to make it successful. His approach is direct, and uniquely hands-on. He dives deep into the creation phase, assisting authors in rapidly defining their book idea and finding the perfect title and subtitle, delivering a one-page book treatment that sets the foundation for their project. His service extends to creating compelling book proposals, including everything from a captivating opening to a detailed promotion plan, ensuring that the manuscript appeals to both publishers and readers. Book projects on which he collaborated have generated more than $20 million for their authors. Before this gig, Josh spent twenty years as the Senior Vice President, Idea Development at Forrester, where he analyzed technology and business. At Forrester (and with co-author, Charlene Li), he published the Businessweek bestseller Groundswell - Winning in a World Transformed by Social Technologies. He has authored, coauthored, or ghostwritten eight business books, including Writing Without Bullshit - Boost Your Career by Saying What You Mean. Prior to Forrester, Josh spent fourteen years in start-up companies in the Boston area. Now, he works closely with nonfiction authors as an advisor, coach, editor, or ghostwriter. He has collaborated on more than 50 nonfiction books. Josh writes a blog post on topics of interest to authors every weekday. Enjoy the conversation... Running time: 1:09:44. Hello from beautiful Montreal. Subscribe over at Apple Podcasts. Please visit and leave comments on the blog - Six Pixels of Separation. Feel free to connect to me directly on Facebook here: Mitch Joel on Facebook. Check out ThinkersOne. or you can connect on LinkedIn. ...or on Twitter. Here is my conversation with Josh Bernoff. Build a Better Business Book - How to Plan, Write, and Promote a Book That Matters. Writing Without Bullshit - Boost Your Career by Saying What You Mean. Groundswell - Winning in a World Transformed by Social Technologies. Josh's Blog. Follow Josh on X. Follow Josh on LinkedIn. This week's music: David Usher 'St. Lawrence River'.

Josh Bernoff is an expert on how business books can propel thinkers to prominence. Book projects on which he collaborated have generated more than $20 million for their authors. Josh's most recent book is "Build a Better Business Book: How to Plan, Write, and Promote a Book That Matters." He is also the author of "Writing Without Bullshit: Boost Your Career by Saying What You Mean" and the co-author of "Groundswell: Winning in a World Transformed by Social Technologies." He has authored, coauthored, or ghostwritten an additional eight business books. Josh works closely with nonfiction authors as an advisor, coach, editor, or ghostwriter. He has collaborated on more than 45 nonfiction books. He was formerly Senior Vice President, Idea Development at Forrester, where he spent 20 years analyzing technology and business. Prior to Forrester, Josh spent 14 years in start-up companies in the Boston area. Josh has a mathematics degree from The Pennsylvania State University and studied mathematics in the Ph.D. program at MIT. He lives with his wife, an artist, in Portland, Maine. More about Josh and his new book at https://bernoff.com/books More about Dan Pontefract and his work at https://www.danpontefract.com/

L'épisode que vous allez écouter est une rediffusion d'un épisode initialement sorti le 5 décembre 2022. Les nouveaux modèles d'organisation questionnent la gestion verticale des entreprises. Pourtant, aujourd'hui encore, on estime que les managers et la hiérarchie sont indispensables pour garantir le bon fonctionnement, aussi bien interne qu'externe. Dans sa construction horizontale, l'entreprise libérée vient bouleverser cette idée.   Notre invitée préfère parler d'entreprise décentralisée. Selon elle, la clef pour que cela fonctionne est la répartition des quatre fonctions - traditionnellement prises en charge par le chef d'entreprise : prise de décision ; formation et accompagnement ; leadership ; prise de parole et représentation de l'organisation.  L'invitée : Alizée Lozac'hmeur est la cofondatrice de Makesense, un mouvement d'engagement citoyen, incubateur de solutions, fonds d'investissement et transformateur d'entreprises. Elle prône la transparence et le partage des missions et des responsabilités pour une meilleure répartition de la charge mentale professionnelle.  Les time codes : 2'' : Les incontournables du podcast 5''30 : Focus sur Makesense  12'' : La sollicitation d'avis 21'' : Process Committee  25'' : Gouvernance partagée et sociocratie  33'' : Communication non-violente avec un médiateur et feedback 39'' : La question des salaires   56'' : Les recommandations de l'invitée 57'' : L'anecdote de l'invitée Les références citées dans l'épisode : Lectures  # Reinventing Organizations : Vers des communautés de travail inspirées de Frédéric Laloux # Radical Candor : How to Get What You Want by Saying What You Mean de Kim Scott  # Liberté & Cie : entreprise libérée d'Isaac Getz  Web documentaire # Points Communs  Entreprises qui pratiquent la sollicitation d'avis # Gore-Tex # Chronotex # Poult # La fonderie Favi  Pour visionner nos épisodes en vidéo sur YouTube, c'est par ici.  Pour découvrir tous nos épisodes, c'est par ici si vous préférez Apple Podcasts, par là si vous préférez Deezer, ici si vous préférez Google Podcasts, ou encore là si vous préférez Spotify. Et n'oubliez pas de laisser 5 étoiles et un commentaire sympa sur Apple Podcasts si l'épisode vous a plu. Lundi au soleil est un podcast produit par Orlane Tonani Guéguen. 

In this episode, Lee and Ellen discuss the efficiency of saying what you feel and mean (especially if what you mean is "no.") Together, they look at: • What happens when you dance around what you really want to say (one word: inefficiency!) • The need to be honest and direct - but in a nice way • The importance of being clear about your intentions • Why getting confirmation that everyone is on the same page is a key to efficiency   Edited and recorded at Studio D, Wayne Duncan editor your co-hosts: www.LeeSilber.com and www.EllenGoodwin.com  

Build a Better Business Book: How to Plan, Write, and Promote a Book That Matters. A Comprehensive Guide for Authors by Josh Bernoff https://amzn.to/446ArCp “If you're serious about writing a business book that matters, then look no further.” —Daniel H. Pink, #1 New York Times bestselling author of When, Drive, and To Sell Is Human ENDORSED BY MORE THAN 50 SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS AUTHORS Your brain burns with a powerful idea worth sharing. Could writing a business book spread that idea, create real change, and launch your career on the path to visibility and influence? Definitely. But don't start by piling up words. Instead focus on the story. What urgent problem does your reader face? How can they solve it? And what journey must your reader take as you guide them from confusion to understanding, action, and success? Build a Better Business Book is the first accessible and comprehensive guide for authors who want to create impact. Josh Bernoff, a bestselling author, veteran editor, and insightful writing coach with decades of experience on 45 successful book projects, explains the systematic way to refine your idea and then research, write, publish, and promote a book that matters. Learn how to: Build your book not just from ideas but from people and their compelling stories — and how you can research and tell those stories. Write a first chapter that creates powerful motivation by emotionally connecting with readers. Select among the three major publishing models — traditional, self-publishing, and “hybrid” — on the axes of speed, cost, and influence. Plan your book as a project, then efficiently execute on that plan with a low-stress, high potency tool: the fat outline. Structure chapters that no reader can put down. Collaborate with coauthors, editors, and ghost writers without excessive bloodshed. Promote your book to maximize your sales, revenue, and influence. Josh Bernoff's book projects have generated over $20 million for their authors. This guide includes results of an extensive author survey and secrets from interviews with successful business authors like Jay Baer, Laura Gassner Otting, Phil M. Jones, Joe Pulizzi, and Scott Stratten. Don't waste valuable energy without accomplishing your goals. Construct your business book as a compelling story, and you won't just get your words in print. You'll create change in the minds of your readers. And that is the first step to making a meaningful impact on the world. About the Author Josh Bernoff is the author, coauthor, editor, or ghostwriter of eight business books. Book projects on which he has collaborated have generated over $20 million for their authors. His most recent book is "Build a Better Business Book: How to Plan, Write, and Promote a Book That Matters -- A Comprehensive Guide" (Amplify, 2023). He is also the author of "Writing Without Bullshit: Boost Your Career by Saying What You Mean"(HarperBusiness, 2016). Toronto's Globe and Mail called it “a Strunk and White for the modern knowledge worker.” He was coauthor of "Groundswell: Winning in a World Transformed by Social Technologies" (Harvard Business Press, 2008), which was a BusinessWeek bestseller. Josh writes a blog post on topics of interest to authors every weekday at Bernoff.com. His blog has generated 4 million views. He lives with his wife, an artist, in Portland, Maine.

Get ready for a new juicy solo episode where we dive into the ongoing themes we're currently facing. We'll be tackling tough topics like speaking our minds and making tough choices even when we're still figuring things out. Tune in for some real talk as we catch up… on the record!We also chat candidly about:Daniela's love life update and the challenges she's facingRedefining what “wellness” means to usThe theme behind this week's Tarot Card “Judgement”How life sometimes pushes you to make difficult decisionsWhy we've been feeling energetically held back from our desiresThe personal spiritual practices that help us connect to our intuition in order to find clarityLinks Mentioned:Alice Bell's Astrology SubstackSpecial thanks to our producer Jon from Wayfare Recording Co.Connect With Us:Follow us on Instagram @artofbloomingpodcastAnd on TikTok @artofbloomingpodcastLearn more about our story and see past episodes on our website:https://www.theartofblooming.co/

Do you want to unlock your creative potential and foster innovation? We know that collaboration and communication are vital to producing outstanding work, but what you might not know is that the foundation of that is healthy conflict. Without it, we can't achieve our creative best.On this episode, we welcome Billie Mandel, a seasoned expert in design, coaching, and education with a focus on critique, conflict, and creativity. We'll delve into the importance of expressing divergent ideas, how to ask difficult questions, and creating a safe space for diverse thoughts, mistakes, and asking "what am I missing." Additionally, we'll highlight the critical role of feedback in this journey and offer tips on how to solicit, offer, and receive feedback with care and effectiveness. So tune in as we uncover the impact of productive conflict in the quest for creativity and innovation.Books mentioned in this episodeDaring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live by Brené BrownRadical Candor: How to Get What You Want by Saying What You Mean by Kim ScottConnect with Billie MandelCEO and Chief Instigator, Mandel CreativeSpeaking engagementsLinkedInTwitterInstagramConnect with UX Cakeuxcake.co | Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTubeConnect with LeighStrategic UX Leader Coaching and WorkshopsFollow on LinkedInSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/uxcake. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How much to physicians know about addiction? Some would say 'not much at all.' Others might say 'not nearly enough.' It's all a part of 'White Coat Denial'! In this edition of RC2C, host Neil Scott has an extensive conversation with a legendary doctor who is making a difference. He's Dr. Nicholas Pace, former medical director at General Motors in NYC, and a doctor who created 'The Physicians Alcoholism & Addiction Training Program' to educate 1st-year residents about alcoholism and the Fellowship of Alcoholics Annymous. The unique program pairs physicians with AA members, as an integral part of the program. And actor Lou Gossett, Jr., a person in long-term recovery, reflects on 'saying what you mean,'

Les nouveaux modèles d'organisation questionnent la gestion verticale des entreprises. Pourtant, aujourd'hui encore, on estime que les managers et la hiérarchie sont indispensables pour en garantir le bon fonctionnement, aussi bien interne qu'externe. Dans sa construction horizontale, l'entreprise libérée vient bouleverser cette idée.   Notre invitée préfère parler d'entreprise décentralisée. Selon elle, la clef pour que cela fonctionne est la répartition des quatre fonctions - traditionnellement prises en charge par le chef d'entreprise : prise de décision ; formation et accompagnement ; leadership ; prise de parole et représentation de l'organisation.  L'invitée : Alizée Lozac'hmeur est la cofondatrice de Makesense, un mouvement d'engagement citoyen, incubateur de solutions, fonds d'investissement et transformateur d'entreprises. Elle prône la transparence et le partage des missions et des responsabilités pour une meilleure répartition de la charge mentale professionnelle.  Les time codes : 2'' : Les incontournables du podcast 5''30 : Focus sur Makesense  12'' : La sollicitation d'avis 21'' : Process Committee  25'' : Gouvernance partagée et sociocratie  33'' : Communication non-violente avec un médiateur et feedback 39'' : La question des salaires   56'' : Les recommandations de l'invitée 57'' : L'anecdote de l'invitée Les références citées dans l'épisode : Lectures  # Reinventing Organizations : Vers des communautés de travail inspirées de Frédéric Laloux # Radical Candor : How to Get What You Want by Saying What You Mean de Kim Scott  # Liberté & Cie : entreprise libérée d'Isaac Getz  Web documentaire # Points Communs  Entreprises qui pratiquent la sollicitation d'avis # Gore-Tex # Chronotex # Poult # La fonderie Favi  Abonnez-vous ici, à la newsletter Lundi au Soleil, qui sortira tous les dimanches à partir de 2023.  Pour découvrir tout ça, c'est par ici si vous préférez Apple Podcasts, par là si vous préférez Deezer, ici si vous préférez Google Podcasts, ou encore là si vous préférez Spotify. Et n'oubliez pas de laisser 5 étoiles et un commentaire sympa sur Apple Podcasts si l'épisode vous a plu. Lundi au soleil est un podcast du label Orso Media produit par CosaVostra.

Learn more and get the PDF, full audio book summary and infographic on StoryShots: https://www.getstoryshots.comGet the audiobook for free: https://geni.us/radical-candor-audioStoryShots Summary and Review of Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity or How to Get What You Want by Saying What You Mean by Kim ScottAbout Kim ScottKim Scott graduated from Princeton University and completed an MBA from Harvard Business School. After completing her education, Scott began her career at a diamond-cutting factory in Moscow. Later, she held Team Lead positions at AdSense, DoubleClick, and YouTube, and was a faculty member at Apple University. Scott has also previously been a coach to CEOs of major tech companies, including Dropbox, Qualtrics, and Twitter. Scott advocates for a direct style of management in Radical Candor. She urges managers to address challenges head-on, rather than beat about the bush. This leadership style helps improve management skills and improves productivity in the workplace. Besides Radical Candor, Scott has authored three novels. These are ‘Virtual Love', ‘The Measurement Problem', and ‘The Househusband'Introduction"I think this is an incredible book for anyone who is hoping to create better relationships in the workplace. Whether you manage 1 person or an entire company, this is for YOU." ― Rachel Hollis, New York Times bestselling authorRadical Candor teaches a direct management approach for leaders in the workplace. The book advocates for two key attributes from managers:Caring for their subordinates on a personal levelChallenging people face-to-faceManagers should get to know their subordinates at a personal and human level. They should also create a culture of honesty and direct feedback.The premise of the book is that feedback does not have to involve hostility. Bringing humanity into the workspace helps build strong professional relationships.Direct challenging is one of the best ways for managers to show they care about a worker's well-being. Caring for the welfare of the workforce eventually improves performance. The book is a framework for candid conversations and proper management.“Kim Scott has a well-earned reputation as a kick-ass boss and a voice that CEOs take seriously. In this remarkable book, she draws on her extensive experience to provide clear and honest guidance on the fundamentals of leading others: how to give (and receive) feedback, how to make smart decisions, how to keep moving forward, and much more. If you manage people―whether it be 1 person or a 1,000 - you need RADICAL CANDOR. Now.” ― Daniel Pink author of NYT bestseller DRIVEHere are the key takeaways from The Radical Candor. Let us know which one you agree or disagree with by tagging us on social media:StoryShot #1: Care Personally and Challenge DirectlyScott defines Radical Candor using two fundamental characteristicsPersonal caring for your colleagues and employeesAddressing challenges and conflicts face-to-faceIt is not enough to have only work performance fuel you on. Learn about your colleagues at a personal level. Knowing colleagues at a personal level contradicts the notion of professionalism. Hence, a direct challenge helps strike a balance. “Radical Candor” is the fine art of caring and challenging in...

Today we tackle the topic of autistic communication, how challenges in this area can cause miscommunications or misperceptions, and what you as a parent can do to ease the frustration for your child. 

Guests: Tyler Reeves, Ty Robinson, and Will May Where to start? Start every day in the Word - connecting with God before you have to interact with others! It's amazing how much conflict arises over things that don't really matter - “personal preferences that replace professional priorities.”   You can learn so much more from people who are not like you! Sometimes the “challenges” are simply “differences.”   WHEN you encounter conflict - not if, but when. Great place to begin is with YOU. What have you done…and what can you do - instead of looking at the failings and flaws of others!   Are you giving energy or taking? Are you making the situation/environment better or worse? Be honest with yourself!   When you make a mistake or do something wrong, apologize.   Resource Recommendations: Fierce Conversations: Achieving Success at Work and in Life One Conversation at a Time by Susan Scott Radical Candor: How to Get What You Want by Saying What You Mean by Kim Scott   If you have an issue, go talk to the person face-to-face. Email is not the best avenue to remedy a problem.   Are you an advocate or ally for your coworkers? Be a force for positivity in your workplace!   Celebrate in public and criticize in private.   Run to where God is pulling you…instead of running away from something that bothers you. Good rule of thumb for life, work, ministry, etc. Training4Manhood Giving Opportunity - Zelle account: info@training4manhood.com  

So you've decided to write a nonfiction book, but how do you get started when you don't even know what square one looks like? Today's guest offers a wealth of useful advice on how to lay a strong foundation for your book and avoid costly, time-wasting mistakes. Josh Bernoff is a freelance ghostwriter, editor, publishing consultant, and the author of four books, including Writing Without Bullshit: Boost Your Career by Saying What You Mean. A former analyst and SVP at Forrester Research, Josh also delivers workshops on how to write with clarity for companies like Netflix, Disney, GE, Salesforce, and many others. His mission? "To rid the world of bullshit, one writer at a time."Josh says writing a book is like going on a trip: If you just start driving without any idea of where your destination is, you could end up anywhere—and probably not where you intended. In the same way, you need to develop a clear goal and roadmap for your book before you start typing. In this episode, he'll give you the tools to build that roadmap—or what Josh calls a "fat outline." You'll learn:The first three steps you need to take in order to start writing your book.Why all effective writing includes stories, even in the business genre. (Hint: Stories are persuasive.)How to find, structure, and use case studies effectively.The biggest mistakes authors often make—and how to avoid them.Why real authors always promote their work. (If you don't, you're just a typist!)Why there's no such thing as true writer's block—and a simple, funny trick that can help you get through it.For more, check out:withoutbullshit.commaggielangrick.comwonderwell.pressAnd follow:instagram.com/jbernoffinstagram.com/maggielangrickinstagram.com/wonderwellpressinstagram.com/selfishgiftpodcast

Do you question beliefs? Do the words you use reflect what you actually mean? Is the glass half empty or full? Or something else? A continuation from the short video here https://youtu.be/GdVDlMBQDUM Catherine exploring life choices, the power of words and influence of our past trauma, past indoctrination and conditioning on our lives. Do you find yourself Wanting? Are you manifesting what you want?  For more on podcasts with guests and the topics are listed on the website, go to the podcast link in the navigation bar on cwcartandsoul.com  Also video version is on YouTube 

On this episode we have the wonderful Charlotte from Body, Breath, Voice. Charlotte is a communication coach and on today's episode we are discussing how to be more confident, more assertive, and tips find your voice and use it with ease! You can find out more about Charlotte here - Charlotte@bodybreathvoice.co.uk www.charlotte-lewis.co.uk

Hello to you listening in Auckland, New Zealand!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is 60 Seconds for Thoughts on Thursday.Here's a scary thought: Saying No to someone when we're used to saying Yes. What are you afraid of?Many of us, especially girls, are taught that saying Yes is right, good, proper, helpful even and saying No is just plain wrong. The problem is the more we say Yes when we mean No we forget how to make choices in our own best interest and well-being. This self-sabotage robs us of our ability to choose wisely, of our personal power, of our legitimate right to say No with certainty, confidence, and clarity.Of course, there's nothing wrong with agreeing to a request from certain people in our lives so long as we are not limited in our options, feeling compelled, thinking we will be rejected or worse.  It takes practice to practice No. What do you get? What do you want? Name it! Claim it!  Practical Tip: A simple response to a request to take on work or favors you want to decline is to say, “No. It's good work; but it's not my work.”Question: How does it feel to value and appreciate saying what you mean and meaning what you say?60 Seconds is your daily dose of hope, imagination, wisdom, stories, practical tips, and general riffing on this and that. This is the place to thrive together. Come for the stories - stay for the magic. Speaking of magic, I hope you'll subscribe, follow, share a nice shout out on your social media or podcast channel of choice, including Android, and join us next time! You're invited to stop by the website and subscribe to stay current with Diane, her journeys, her guests, as well as creativity, imagination, walking, stories, camaraderie, and so much more: Quarter Moon Story ArtsStories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer's Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present: for credit & attribution Quarter Moon Story Arts 

During this Holiday Season, The Meatballs want to remind you to keep it romantic with this classic episode “Given The Year We've Had, Words Are Hard To Come By, But I Love You Very Much.”In this episode we discuss: Relationship Bank Accounts, Stockings Full Of Pleasantries, Torpedo Love Connections, Texas Chivalry, Saying What You Mean, Six Days With Sibling-In-Laws and The Crockpot: Potty Training Resistant Toddler. 

Lee McEnany Caraher is the founder and CEO of Double Forte, a national public relations and digital media agency, based in San Francisco, New York and Eau Claire, WI that works with beloved consumer, technology, and wine brands and professional services companies. Lee is a highly sought-after communications expert known for her straight-talk, practical strategic counsel, and business-building acumen. And she has a big laugh that gets her out of trouble (sometimes). What you will learn in this episode: What is uptalk, and how it differs from straight/declarative talk What does uptalking say about you How questions when they are not intended take away your power Why do women tend to uptalk more than men How uptalk impacts your credibility and influence When is it okay to use uptalk How do you stop uptalking Resources: Website: https://leecaraher.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leecaraher Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LeeCaraher1/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/leecaraher Book: Leadership and the Art of Conversation Book: Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High Book: Radical Candor: How to Get What You Want by Saying What You Mean

Lee McEnany Caraher is the founder and CEO of Double Forte, a national public relations and digital media agency, based in San Francisco, New York and Eau Claire, WI that works with beloved consumer, technology, and wine brands and professional services companies. Lee is a highly sought-after communications expert known for her straight-talk, practical strategic counsel, and business-building acumen. And she has a big laugh that gets her out of trouble (sometimes). What you will learn in this episode: What “ghosting” says about you in business How “ghosting” impacts your reputation Why do people “ghost,” and do they mean to be rude How to handle potential clients that ghosted you Why closing the conversation helps maintain your reputation What to do if or when you “ghost” someone Resources: Website: https://leecaraher.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leecaraher Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LeeCaraher1/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/leecaraher Book: Leadership and the Art of Conversation Book: Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High Book: Radical Candor: How to Get What You Want by Saying What You Mean

You can't be mad at somebody if they haven't shown up for you because you haven't shown up for them. Reach out to that person today. Transform your body and mind with The Energy Barre: Fitness, Yoga, Meditation and Lifestyle practices on demand to help you live your most vibrant life! Get the Energy Barre on Demand here https://apple.co/3gK7aXR   HOW CAN I SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Tell Your Friends & Share Online! Subscribe & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify   Thanks to Scott at PFM Media for production, audio engineering, guidance, jokes, and management.

The Meatballs get Romantic. In this episode we discuss: Relationship Bank Accounts, Stockings Full of Pleasantries, Torpedo Love Connections, Texas Chivalry, Saying What You Mean, Six Days With Sibling-In-Laws and The Crockpot: Potty Training Resistant Toddlers

Eliminate drama and create better relationships by owning your 100%. EPISODE NOTES Most of us learned how to do relationships from a state of victimhood. According to Karpman's Drama Triangle, there are three different roles to play: the victim, the hero and the villain. Regardless of these parts we take on, we're avoiding taking full responsibility for our experiences and our results in the world, which in turn causes a lot of drama and suffering. In this episode, Diana Chapman explains what it means to take radical responsibility—both at work and at home—and why this "serious business" actually goes hand in hand with playfulness. This episode is the second part of the two-parter on the book The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership: A New Paradigm for Sustainable Success https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/browse/books/the-15-commitments-of-conscious-leadership-en [1], that Diana wrote together with Jim Dethmer and Kaley Warner Klemp. You can find the first part with Jim Dethmer in the feed. Book recommended by Diana: - Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones, by James Clear Diana also mentions work by Gay and Kathlyn Hendricks, as well as Karpman's drama triangle. Books recommended by Caitlin and Ben: - Play: How It Shapes the Brain, Opens the Imagination, and Invigorates the Soul, by Stuart M. Brown Jr. and Christopher Vaughan - Radical Candor: How to Get What You Want by Saying What You Mean, by Kim Scott - The No-Gossip Zone: A No-Nonsense Guide to a Healthy, High-Performing Work Environment, by Sam Chapman Try Blinkist for free for 14 days by going to [https://www.blinkist.com/simplify][2], tapping on Try Blinkist at the top right, and entering the code PLAYFUL. Let us know what you thought of this episode, or just come say hi on Twitter! Find Caitlin at @caitlinschiller https://twitter.com/caitlinschiller [3], Ben at @bsto https://twitter.com/bsto [4]. Simplify is produced by Caitlin Schiller, Ben Schuman-Stoler, Ines Bläsius and Marta Medvešek. Thanks to Luiza S. Carvalho for audio engineering chops and Odysseas Constantinou for music. [1] https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/browse/books/the-15-commitments-of-conscious-leadership-en [2] https://www.blinkist.com/simplify [3] https://twitter.com/caitlinschiller [4] https://twitter.com/bsto

I'm diving into the super sexy topic of consent and communication. Consent is sexy. Advocating for yourself and your boundaries is sexy. I'm sharing how you can step up your communication skills to ensure you and your person are on the same page so you can feel free to connect even deeper. Get full show notes and more information here: https://modernrenegades.com/77 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit inmotherwords.substack.com/subscribe

I'm diving into the super sexy topic of consent and communication. Consent is sexy. Advocating for yourself and your boundaries is sexy. I'm sharing how you can step up your communication skills to ensure you and your person are on the same page so you can feel free to connect even deeper. Get full show notes and more information here: https://modernrenegades.com/77

Most of us learned how to do relationships from a state of victimhood. According to Karpman's Drama Triangle, there are three different roles to play: the victim, the hero and the villain. Regardless of these parts we take on, we're avoiding taking full responsibility for our experiences and our results in the world, which in turn causes a lot of drama and suffering. In this episode, Diana Chapman explains what it means to take radical responsibility—both at work and at home—and why this "serious business" actually goes hand in hand with playfulness. This episode is the second part of the two-parter on the book The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership: A New Paradigm for Sustainable Success https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/browse/books/the-15-commitments-of-conscious-leadership-en [1], that Diana wrote together with Jim Dethmer and Kaley Warner Klemp. You can find the first part with Jim Dethmer in the feed. Book recommended by Diana: - Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones, by James Clear Diana also mentions work by Gay and Kathlyn Hendricks, as well as Karpman's drama triangle. Books recommended by Caitlin and Ben:- Play: How It Shapes the Brain, Opens the Imagination, and Invigorates the Soul, by Stuart M. Brown Jr. and Christopher Vaughan - Radical Candor: How to Get What You Want by Saying What You Mean, by Kim Scott - The No-Gossip Zone: A No-Nonsense Guide to a Healthy, High-Performing Work Environment, by Sam Chapman Try Blinkist for free for 14 days by going to [https://www.blinkist.com/simplify][2], tapping on Try Blinkist at the top right, and entering the code PLAYFUL.Let us know what you thought of this episode, or just come say hi on Twitter! Find Caitlin at @caitlinschiller https://twitter.com/caitlinschiller [3], Ben at @bsto https://twitter.com/bsto [4]. Simplify is produced by Caitlin Schiller, Ben Schuman-Stoler, Ines Bläsius and Marta Medvešek. Thanks to Luiza S. Carvalho for audio engineering chops and Odysseas Constantinou for music.[1] https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/browse/books/the-15-commitments-of-conscious-leadership-en[2] https://www.blinkist.com/simplify[3] https://twitter.com/caitlinschiller[4] https://twitter.com/bsto

In this episode, we discuss what mastery really means, particularly in sport and in a professional setting. We discuss what drives some people to go that extra mile and whether it's something that all of us seek. We close things out with our content recommendations. Content discussed in this episode: Angela Duckworth: Grit and Human Behavior [The Knowledge Project Ep. #109] Harley Finkelstein — Tactics and Strategies from Shopify, the Future of Retail, and More ( The Tim Ferris Show #486) Radical Candor: Fully Revised and Updated Edition: How to Get What You Want by Saying What You Mean by Kim Scott Brain fog: how trauma, uncertainty and isolation have affected our minds and memory A forty-year career by Will Larson Open: An Autobiography by Andre Agassi Running: The Autobiography by Ronnie O'Sullivan

On this week's 'Let's Talk Leadership' Podcast Elly is joined by Kristina Walcker-Mayer, Chief Product Officer at Bitwala who launched Europe's first blockchain banking solution!Kristina is a fellow Podcaster who has enjoyed super successful career across several tech startups. Her focus on customer need and product delivery brings a new and refreshing point of view to FinTech. Motivated by mixing the traditional and modern, Kristina talks about following her gut, her passion for travelling and building good habits into her daily routine.She shares some brilliant book recommendations with Elly too: Radical Candor, How to Get What You Want by Saying What You Mean by Kim Scott; The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey; Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead by Nell Scovell and Sheryl Sandberg and To Have or to Be? by Erich Fromm.Kristina has such an amazing energy and is full of positivity and drive!  Since we recorded this podcast Kristina has also been promoted to CEO, which is a fantastic achievement! We'd love you to give it a listen and let us know what you think!

Dental support organizations (DSOs) have rapidly expanded within the last few years, and their steady growth is expected to continue. In this episode, Dino interviews the President of The Association of Dental Support Organizations (ADSO), Emmet Scott. They talk about the benefits of DSOs, the role they play in your practice and how they can help you scale your practice while still retaining your individuality and freedom. Emmet Scott is CEO and co-founder of National Dental Partners (NDP), and it's premiere practice, Smile Magic Family Dental, and host of the number one DSO Podcast, DSO Secrets ™.  Though not a dentist, he is a true dental industry disrupter and is passionate about using his business expertise, innovative strategies to create a fantastic experience for patients, teams, and doctors and share that knowledge and experience with others. This passion and the business acumen that backs it up is, in part, what led to his being elected president of the Association of Dental Support Organizations (ADSO) in the summer of 2020.  Emmet's work in the dental industry began with Smile Magic Dentistry and Braces, which he co-founded in 2010 with Dr. E. Chad Evans, who also happens to be his best friend since early childhood.  What began as an idea and dream to do dentistry differently while also serving underserved populations grew into Smile Magic Dentistry.  The practices deliver a Disney-like experience to the families they serve, complete with a storybook theme, gold coins, a movie theatre, and lobby play gym. NDP now supports their Smile Magic brand and over 60 other dental practices and continues to expand regularly. In 2019, Emmet launched Community Dental Partners, now National Dental Partners, a dental support organization allowing other dental practices to use his platform and experience to build their own best version of a patient, team, and doctor experience. In 2020 Emmet assumed his role as ADSO president to support dentists and their practices further and help lead them into a new dentistry era.  Emmet hosts a podcast called DSO Secrets; a podcast focused on the ins and outs of the group dental industry that he serves. A serial entrepreneur and innovative leader, Emmet prides himself on his ability to help people and industries find the best (practices, systems, operations) with themselves and leverage them for success on their terms.   Before his work in the dental industry, Emmet built and sold two financial planning firms, launched his radio show from Las Vegas called “The Entrepreneur Life,” and established a consulting firm branded “Entrepreneur Advisors.” Emmet lives in Texas with his wife and five children, all redheads. When not working, he enjoys reading business and leadership books, watching TED talks, and playing racquetball. He is fluent in American Sign Language and worked with deaf students in California and Arizona as part of a two-year church missionary program. He graduated from Brigham Young University in accounting.   REFERENCE: The Goal by Eliyahu M. Goldratt Radical Candor: How to Get What You Want by Saying What You Mean by Kim Scott For more info and any queries you can send him a message at DSO Secrets' Facebook page or reach out to him @emmet.scott on Instagram.   DINO'S BIO: Dino Watt is a dynamic, highly sought after keynote speaker, private practice business advisor, best selling author, and certified body language and communication expert. As a business relationship expert, Dino understands that people are the heart of any business. His interactive training style will bring your audience to roaring laughter and move them to tears. Whether he is training on C.O.R.E Culture, Sales and Sales Support, or Making love and business work, your audience will rave about Dino and the energy he brings to every event. Dino has spoken for MKS, American Association of Orthodontists, PCSO, Pitts Progressive Study Group, The Shulman Study Club, Keller Williams, Sotheby's, DentalTown, Ortho2, OrthoVoice, and many others. Out of all the accolades Dino has received, the one he is proudest of is title of PHD, Passionate Husband and Dad. Dino has been married to his wife Shannon for 24 years and together they have raised 3 amazing adults.

The Golden One dives into an interview the one and only Frankie B. We talk getting back to your “Roots”, lighting “Sage” and getting lifted, and Saying What You Mean. Meet us on the deep end...you won't regret it! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

THIS WEEK: Anger, Lust and Saying What You Mean.

Check out Episode 4 with Seher as we talk about booty chakras, saying what you mean and meaning what you say, and balancing the internet with our hustle. Seher www.instagram.com/seher www.seher.co UNDO Ordinary www.undoordinary.com www.instagram.com/undoordinary_ www.instagram.com/askvash www.instagram.com/esymai S/O to our partners: Listening Party and Canal Street Market. www.instagram.com/listeningpartypresents www.instagram.com/canalstreetmarket Producer: William Chang --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/undo-radio/support

Josh Bernoff is the author of a stellar book called Writing Without Bullshit: Boost Your Career by Saying What You Mean. The book is focused on making everyone a better writer in business. Most importantly, due to Josh's background in the technology sector, he has a lot of history with an industry that produces arguably the most jargon, poorly written emails, blog posts, and messaging of any business sector.  This episode centers on different examples of how people can improve their business writing, report writing, and emails, alongside many other great writing topics. In This Episode Josh's background and his first insights into useful, clear writing. On meaningless platitudes. The importance of strong titles and file names. How to write a strong executive summary. How to craft a great email. Why paragraphs are the worst. How we got to the current standard of communication in our professional lives. What the meaning ratio means when writing great content. Why shortening the length of your document is a good idea. On the passive voice. An approach for narrowing down your usage of jargon.

This will be used to introduce you to our listeners (50 words maximum: Please write in the third person): Bryan Shetsky is president and CEO of Florida-based Lamark Media, a leading digital marketing agency. Shetsky began his career practicing real estate at an ERA mortgage company. He then switched industries to work at a full-service direct marketing agency that specialized in customer acquisition for top-tier brands in the consumer services and financial verticals. In 2008, following his promotion to director of channel partnerships, Shetsky founded Lamark Media with the vision of providing industry leading, high-performance digital marketing solutions that uniquely leverage a portfolio approach to create optimal, measurable return on investment. Through this integrated and agnostic platform, Lamark has developed a unique niche in providing white-label digital production services for Fortune 500 companies, media publishers and other marketing agencies currently operating in the space, as well as many direct tier-1 and tier-2 brands in both retail and e-commerce environments. He graduated from Warrington College of Business at the University of Florida, with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) and major in Finance, as well as a minor in Marketing. Shetsky made the Dean's “Anderson Scholars” high distinction list with a 4.0 during his first eight consecutive semesters, graduating with High Honors, Magna Cum Laude. “Don't give up, have a clear path of what you're trying to accomplish as an entrepreneur. Understand what your goals are and map it out, I didn't really do that when I started but I had to very quickly after, understand that there's going to be adversity along the way, there's going to be challenges, if you're not getting challenged then something is wrong so when you feel those points of exhaustion and you don't think you can do anymore hours or what you're doing isn't working, instead of saying this isn't the right business or not the right strategy right away, because it may not be, look at what your approach is and understand were you set up to win” …[Listen for More] Click Here for Show Notes To Listen or to Get the Show Notes go to https://wp.me/p6Tf4b-6yz

Segment 1: Dale Beaumont is an award-winning technology entrepreneur, international speaker and author of 16 best-selling books. He started his first business at age 19 and has been building companies ever since. With a passion to give back, Dale's goal is to help more than one million entrepreneurs around the world with BRiN, the world's first business advisor powered by artificial intelligence. Segment 2: Josh Bernoff has been a professional writer since 1982. He has coauthored three books on business strategy, including Groundswell, which was a bestseller. He also authored “WRITING WITHOUT BULLSHIT – Boosting your Career by Saying What You Mean”. Segment 3: Britt Alwerud has taken care of hundreds of dogs in San Diego, CA and has made millions doing what she loves. Now, she's taking it to the next level by launching Handlr – it's like an Airbnb for services that makes it a million times easier to scale your mobile business. Segment 4: Barry Moltz shares how to get your business unstuck.Segment 5: Pamela Villarreal is an NCPA expert on retirement, economic growth and tax issues and the project manager for the NCPA's Tax Analysis Center. She routinely shares her insight with media outlets throughout the country. Sponsored by Nextiva and Microsoft.

Sandra Folk runs The Language Lab. She helps clients to communicate. In this podcast, Sandra provides the 3 P's of Communication. Before you start to write Sandra advises to think about 3 important things in your communication. The outcome – your destination. Where do you want to end up at? Think about how to get there by focusing on your goal or objective. Your audience – if you don't know who you want to reach, then you're not going to make it. Your words. It's a message to market match. Sandra advises you focus on a problem to solve. Think meta-cognition. Think about thinking. Think before you speak. She helps clients step-back. Think about what it is they need to do. Then, she figures out how to help clients. Then she helps people by focusing on the 3 P's of communication. Before then, go through those 3 steps just outlined. This is how you write your communication. Be Powerful You must use action oriented verbs. Don't say “I'll look at that tomorrow”, say “I'll review that for you”. Or “I'll take that into consideration” say “I'll consider that”. Use VERBS not nouns. Use the active voice. What YOU are going to do. “I'll get it done by Monday” Avoid the passive voice, its non-committal. Use a thesaurus. Always start with the doer of the action at the beginning of the sentence. Not develop a plan. Say, let's plan that. Sandra mentioned Josh Bernoff – Writing Without Bullshit (Boost Your Career by Saying What You Mean). http://withoutbullshit.com/book Bernoff explains that people write so much, that whoever receives it, they don't even want to look at it. 60% of people read only 50% of an email message. So, if it's too long, you are finished. Start your communication with the most important point first. Then persuade. Present the evidence. Be Persuasive If you want to be persuasive you must use words that appeal to your audience. It's all about the words you choose. Think about grabbing a person's attention in short point-first subject lines on emails. If you were doing a PowerPoint presentation. Use images. Cut the word count. Max 4 points on a slide. Tell stories in presentations. Personalise the point. Know you audience! Be Precise Don't be verbose! Shorten your sentences. Forget about and or semi-colons. Action oriented verbs. Choose the right word. Action-oriented and use the active voice. Use simple tenses. “I reviewed it yesterday, here's what I found.” Use bullet points. Max on an email is 3 short paragraphs. So, be powerful, be persuasive and be precise. How should we implement? Download Sandra's PowerPoint Presentation from http://www.thenext100days.org/41download/. It has some great writing tips. Remind yourself. Don't do ALL of the 3 P's immediately. Get good at PRECISE. #1 Get rid of ands & semi-colons. #2 Use the active voice. #3 Forget the nouns and use active verbs. If you want to contact Sandra directly with a question, her email address is sandrafolk@thelanguagelab.ca You can also sign up for 3 weekly business tips from Sandra on her website home-page. http://www.thelanguagelab.ca/