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

There's No Coat Rack for Emotions

Posted by Faye Howard on Aug 23, 2023 12:45:47 PM
There’s no coat rack for emotions at the door, so let’s look at three common barriers that prevent people from being comfortable sharing them.
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Topics: Communication & Collaboration, Emotional Intelligence

Recognizing Regina

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Aug 10, 2023 2:17:45 PM
Making authentic human connection and showing those around us that we appreciate them can help employees feel at least three times as connected to their peers and the culture at work, and upwards of 30% will stay at an organization for five or more years.
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Topics: Sinikka Waugh, Communication & Collaboration, Leadership & Influence

The Importance of DISC

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Aug 3, 2023 9:26:55 AM
Communication is critical. Done properly, it is one of the most important skills a person can have. But not everyone communicates the same way.
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Topics: Sinikka Waugh, Communication & Collaboration

Shaking Off Your Grumpies

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Jul 13, 2023 9:48:33 AM
We’ve all hit a point that feels non-negotiable. A moment where you want something so badly, whether it’s that promotion or for that meeting to go well,
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Topics: Sinikka Waugh, Communication & Collaboration

Listening is EESY as PPIE

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Jun 28, 2023 10:27:54 AM
Listening can be difficult. We all have our interests, and when something falls outside of those, it can be hard to focus on it. However, listening is a
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Topics: Sinikka Waugh, Communication & Collaboration

Let's Taco 'Bout Appreciation

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Jun 22, 2023 4:00:00 PM
The five love languages are very important in a romantic relationship. You have to learn your partner’s love languages and teach them your own to
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Topics: Sinikka Waugh, Communication & Collaboration, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Overcoming Five Professional Fears

Posted by Sinikka Waugh on Jun 5, 2023 11:00:00 AM
Fear is a fact and facet of humanity. It exists in every person, no matter how much we try to deny its existence. That’s a good thing! Fear reminds us that
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Topics: Sinikka Waugh, Business Skills & Business Acumen, Change & Transition, Communication & Collaboration