Sinikka Waugh

Sinikka Waugh
Sinikka Waugh is a recognized leader in understanding people and in adapting tools, techniques, and processes to meet the demands of the situation at hand. Since 2006, Sinikka has provided compassionate leadership in transformation initiatives. When she isn’t in front of a class, she enjoys putting her background in English and French Literature to work, by writing blogs about the subjects she teaches every day. Are you ready? If you are, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us! contactus@yourclearnextstep.com
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Supporting New Leaders

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Jan 15, 2021 12:04:16 AM
Here are three simple tips to avoid promoting good doers to people leaders without guidance. Hopefully one will resonate, if not all! 
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Topics: Sinikka Waugh, Communication & Collaboration, Leadership & Influence

Good Moods

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Jan 6, 2021 12:04:03 PM
If bad moods are socially contagious, aren't good moods? In our current world, good moods and smiles are the kind of thing we should all want to spread.  
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Topics: Faith, Sinikka Waugh, Communication & Collaboration

Looking Forward in the Face of Uncertainty

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Dec 31, 2020 10:47:41 AM
Every year of our lives, we’ve faced January 1 with no absolutely certainty. How do we look forward in the face of uncertainty the way we always have?
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Topics: Faith, Sinikka Waugh

Christmas Joy

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Dec 23, 2020 3:05:28 PM
Here's a little of my joy, and perhaps somewhere in this list, you’ll find something that lifts your spirits and brings a smile to your face to share!
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Topics: Faith, Sinikka Waugh

Doing What is Right

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Dec 22, 2020 9:27:10 AM
It’s easy to do what’s easy, rather than what's right. We get it. We’re human too. Here are 3 quick tips to help you do what's right, not just what's easy
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Topics: Sinikka Waugh, Business Skills & Business Acumen, Communication & Collaboration

Faithful Preparation

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Dec 17, 2020 5:00:00 PM
Lessons in the Advent season can help us in our lives. As many wrap up workplace responsibilities, it’s a great time to consider preparation, like these 5 ways.
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Topics: Faith, Sinikka Waugh, Business Skills & Business Acumen, Leadership & Influence

Dealing With Difficult

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Dec 15, 2020 8:38:03 AM
When dysfunctional behaviors rear their ugly heads at work, keeping these three things in mind as our first line of defense can be useful.
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Topics: Sinikka Waugh, Communication & Collaboration, Leadership & Influence

A Dose of Hope

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Dec 11, 2020 7:47:47 AM
It's the end of the year, and there are so many things to be hopeful for. Everyone experiences hope differently, so here are four ways to find your hope.
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Topics: Faith, Sinikka Waugh, Business Skills & Business Acumen

The Mobsters Who Will Rob Your Meeting

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Dec 8, 2020 8:58:55 AM
You've probably met these characters at a meeting...the one who stays silent, is loud, can't decide, or is snarky. Here's how to handle all of those people
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Topics: Sinikka Waugh, Communication & Collaboration, Meeting Management & Facilitation

Our Favorite Communication Technique

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Dec 1, 2020 8:57:41 AM
Communication is critical, but can be really hard. We have found that closing the loop makes it easier. What does it mean to close the loop? If you think...
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Topics: Sinikka Waugh, Communication & Collaboration