Co-Create Greatness, Even in the Busy

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on May 6, 2021 4:03:46 PM
Many of us are in the midst of busy season now, so I want to offer an illustration and tip specifically related to emotional intelligence and mindfulness.
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Topics: Leadership, Communication, YP, Collaboration, Sinikka Waugh, Communication & Collaboration, Leadership & Influence

Who Cranked the AC?

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Apr 8, 2021 5:20:01 PM
If workplace temps have left you tense, first identify the cause(s) and then find solution(s) to move your team down a path to warmer, less tense days.
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Topics: Communication, Collaboration, Sinikka Waugh, Communication & Collaboration

Pour on the CHARM

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Apr 1, 2021 2:45:11 PM
If you find yourself in a place where someone didn't do what they said they would or they did something wrong, it's time for some coaching in the moment.
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Topics: Leadership, Communication, Collaboration, Sinikka Waugh, Communication & Collaboration, Leadership & Influence

Why Was This An Hour?

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Feb 11, 2021 9:28:59 PM
There is no reason to schedule a 60 minute meeting for every topic under the sun. Some meetings can be absolutely effective in 15 minutes or less.
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Topics: Communication, YP, Collaboration, Sinikka Waugh

Can I Get A Break?

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Feb 5, 2021 8:02:39 AM
I want to shift the focus a little to breathing space, white space and space-in-time, if you will. There are 3 ways we can focus on space in our meetings. 
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Topics: Communication, YP, Collaboration, Sinikka Waugh

Communication Mismatch

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Jan 21, 2021 12:15:47 PM
Something as minor, simple, innocuous as a difference in communication styles could erode the entire team’s health. Don't let that happen with these steps.
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Topics: Communication, 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: General Business, Communication, Sinikka Waugh

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: Communication, Sinikka Waugh

I Spy Something Good

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Sep 11, 2020 8:13:20 AM
Regardless of where you are in your career journey, let me offer four simple sentences: emotional intelligence, effective communication, and resilience.
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Topics: General Business, Communication, Sinikka Waugh

Do you foster reflection?

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Sep 8, 2020 10:18:06 AM
Studies show that those who express gratitude on a regular basis are the happiest folks around. As we approach the Holidays, here's a gratitude technique.
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Topics: General Business, Communication, Collaboration