Be Human

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Jan 4, 2024 11:42:25 AM
We all make mistakes. Honestly, it’s the most human thing we can do. We mess up, we apologize, and try to make things right.
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Topics: Communication & Collaboration, Emotional Intelligence

Tough or No, We Still Gotta Go

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Dec 13, 2023 9:41:23 AM
Sometimes, we have rough quarters. Falling behind on projects, poor meetings, etc. Here are four tips for picking up the pieces to keep moving forward. 
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Topics: Sinikka Waugh, Change & Transition, Communication & Collaboration

Who Needs to Know and How Do We Tell Them?

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Dec 6, 2023 12:36:01 PM
If you’ve just gotten info that needs to get out, here are four steps for figuring out who needs to know and how to tell them about it. 
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Topics: Sinikka Waugh, Communication & Collaboration

4 Ways to Keep Your Eyes on the Prize

Posted by Benen Witkop on Nov 2, 2023 9:17:58 AM
When it comes to getting things done, focus is the name of the game. But many factors can make focusing difficult. Here are four things I believe can help!
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Topics: Communication & Collaboration, Emotional Intelligence

All Work and No Play Makes Everything Pretty Gray

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Oct 26, 2023 9:38:14 AM
Establishing an excellent work/life balance can be difficult. But trying too hard can lead to burnout. I believe that creating that balance is healthy.
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Topics: Sinikka Waugh, Business Skills & Business Acumen, Communication & Collaboration

Out of Office, Not Mind

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Oct 4, 2023 4:20:43 PM
Sometimes, as much as we love our jobs, and as much as we try to be fully present in the moment when we’re at work, we have to leave the office.
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Topics: Sinikka Waugh, Communication & Collaboration

Four Ways to Become a Super Connector

Posted by Dawn Ealy on Sep 27, 2023 8:55:23 AM
These are four tips that helped me hone my ability to form authentic human connections through networking. They might just help you too. 
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Topics: Communication & Collaboration, Leadership & Influence

In Communicado

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Sep 20, 2023 2:18:31 PM
Everyone has different circumstances, but here’s a few things that have worked for us to help coworkers stay in-communicado, not incommunicado. 
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Topics: Sinikka Waugh, Communication & Collaboration

Feedback Loop

Posted by Faye Howard on Sep 14, 2023 10:50:41 AM
One of the best ways to improve is through feedback. At Your Clear Next Step, we teach that we should consider all feedback a gift!
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Topics: Communication & Collaboration

Pick Up the Phone

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Aug 30, 2023 5:05:07 PM
There are some moments where picking up the phone can have its benefits, and that’s not just limited to genuine phone calls. Let’s follow a few examples. 
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Topics: Sinikka Waugh, Communication & Collaboration, Leadership & Influence