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Using Apology to De-escalate a Conflict

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Apology is a powerful — and often under used — conflict resolution tool. One reason for not apologizing that I often hear in my work with clients is the concern that apologizing either totally admits … [Read more...]

How to Plan a Wedding Reception in Seven Days

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Last month, my wife created  a miracle. She planned and pulled-off a wedding reception in seven days. Yes, you read that correctly — seven days from decision to wedding and reception. Many … [Read more...]

Three Questions to Consider Before you Speak Assertively

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Successful conflict resolution depends on the careful application of several communication and relationship building principles and skills. Frankly, it can be complicated and difficult to do. One … [Read more...]

Keep Moving Forward

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As a watch officer on a submarine, I got to “drive the boat.” During my six-hour watch (shift), I led the team that charted course, controlled direction and depth, coordinated atmosphere controls, and … [Read more...]

People are a Package Deal

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Nearly everyone irritates me to some extent. Even the people close to me — my wife, my kids, my friends, and my professional colleagues — irritate me from time to time. All of them have body … [Read more...]

Four Ways to Improve Your Communication

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If you want to become more effective as a leader, more successful in meetings, or more confident while resolving conflicts, become a better communicator. On the high end of the communication skill … [Read more...]

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