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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A Communication SNAFU

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Aug 25, 2020 8:35:24 AM
Communication breakdowns might be the number one cause of project failure, but they're also one of the root causes of relationship failure, too
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Topics: Sinikka Waugh, Communication & Collaboration

Things We Learn In Kindergarten

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Aug 21, 2020 8:00:36 AM
You see, even as adults, we remember some simple lessons from the formative years of our childhood, like manners, kindness, sharing, and even some basic...
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Topics: YP, Sinikka Waugh

Caution! Rumble Strips Ahead

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Aug 18, 2020 12:38:26 PM
Studies show that rumble strips are effective in reducing accidents. If they prove to be so effective in driving, why ignore them in other places in life?
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Topics: Sinikka Waugh, Business Skills & Business Acumen

Crises Can Cause Change

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Aug 14, 2020 10:08:03 AM
Crisis management and change management are often found in the same moment, but they are different skills, and they demand different responses of us as...
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Topics: Sinikka Waugh, Change & Transition, Leadership & Influence

Absolutely Indispensable

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Aug 11, 2020 9:15:00 AM
We often find ourselves seeking to increase the influence we have at work. We offer tips to help ensure your indispensability.
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Topics: Sinikka Waugh, Business Skills & Business Acumen, Communication & Collaboration

16 Things for 16 weeks - Part 4

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Aug 6, 2020 5:20:48 PM
In weeks 13 through 16 we learned that something small can make a difference, so speak up! Also, we can agree to disagree and we're never alone.
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Topics: Sinikka Waugh, Business Skills & Business Acumen

Three Skills You Need to Help Your Organization Succeed

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Aug 4, 2020 10:07:21 AM
To be a successful BA, or business person, you need to be a thoughtful problem solver, be flexible, and have influential emotional intelligence.
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Topics: Sinikka Waugh, Business Skills & Business Acumen

16 Things for 16 weeks - Part 3

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Jul 31, 2020 6:00:00 AM
In weeks 9 through 12 we learned that tech has upsides and downsides, mischief doesn't have to ruin it for us all, and light in front of us is important!
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Topics: Sinikka Waugh, Business Skills & Business Acumen

Take A Risk

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Jul 28, 2020 8:42:00 AM
Risk is out there. Sometimes, whether we live for it or avoid it at all costs, we just have to take a risk. Here are 3 steps to make risk a little easier
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Topics: Sinikka Waugh, Project Management & Business Analysis

16 Things for 16 weeks - Part 2

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Jul 24, 2020 8:23:59 AM
In week's 5 through 8 we learned about prioritizing the big stuff and getting dressed, heroes are everywhere, and tough communication is important!
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Topics: Sinikka Waugh, Business Skills & Business Acumen