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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Recent Posts

That Really Great Feeling When It All Comes Together

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Feb 7, 2019 3:20:24 PM
You know the feeling? That one where all the pieces just fall into place and it all works out? We offer two tips for making that feeling happen today.
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Topics: Business Skills & Business Acumen, Communication & Collaboration, Leadership & Influence

Start Something New

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Feb 7, 2019 3:08:42 PM
Starting something new can be a bit scary. We break it down with three quick tips!
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Topics: Change & Transition

Signs Your Decisions Are Sliding Instead of Sticking

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Feb 7, 2019 2:21:45 PM
Decisions that don’t stick are troublesome in organizations for many reasons. The first step is catching a decision that’s beginning to slide – here are some signs that your decision isn’t as “stuck” as you thought.
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Topics: Business Skills & Business Acumen, Leadership & Influence

Raise Your ARM

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Feb 7, 2019 12:46:45 PM
What do we do when we make a mistake? How do we make it safer and easier to apologize? How do we get others to apologize for their actions? Raise your ARM.
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Topics: Business Skills & Business Acumen, Communication & Collaboration

Listening Ears: Tips for Effective Communication

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Feb 6, 2019 4:10:33 PM
Three tips for leading by example to improve your listening skills.
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Topics: Communication & Collaboration

Leading From a Laptop

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Feb 6, 2019 3:19:14 PM
Leadership, in order to be done well, requires interacting with other human beings. Are you leading from interaction? Or are you leading from a laptop?
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Topics: Communication & Collaboration, Leadership & Influence

It Only Takes A Spark

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Feb 6, 2019 3:01:29 PM
As the world around us feels darker and darker, what if we could spread kindness like candlelight?
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Topics: Communication & Collaboration

Can We Really Agree to Disagree?

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Feb 5, 2019 3:59:32 PM
Of course we can agree to disagree AND it turns out we can really learn some things through the process. Check out our steps for agreeing to disagree.
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Topics: Communication & Collaboration

5 Overlooked Project Management Essentials

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Dec 27, 2018 3:11:10 PM
Ineffective communication, continues to be the leading cause of pain in organizations. This isn't new. Here are 5 things to watch for to avoid the pain.
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Topics: Project Management & Business Analysis

4 Things To Look For In An Elected Official

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Dec 27, 2018 1:18:48 PM
Elections are common in the US, whether on Super Tuesday, or within organizations or other groups. Here are 4 things to look for in an elected official.
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Topics: Leadership & Influence