Don’t Kid Yourself, It’s Not All Logic

Carolyn DicksonPosted by Carolyn Dickson on June 28th, 2010 | 0 Comments

Here’s something for you to ponder. Business practices are built entirely on logical thinking. Cool heads rule. Decisions are based on thoughtful analyses. Emotions are messy. They have no place in the world of commerce, and professionals who express their emotions in the workplace are weak.
Have you ever wondered why listening—the simple act of taking [...]

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Going From “Winging It” To Winning

Carolyn DicksonPosted by Carolyn Dickson on June 23rd, 2010 | 0 Comments

Imagine this. You’ve been told you must give a presentation tomorrow. It may be you’ve known for a few weeks, but you’ve been busy. Or you’ve been avoiding the necessary preparation because giving presentations isn’t your thing. Or you’re just plain scared and just want it to go away. But now the zero hour is [...]

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Debate or Dialogue? The Choice is Yours.

Carolyn DicksonPosted by Carolyn Dickson on June 22nd, 2010 | 0 Comments

In the United States, it’s often assumed that debate is the best way to settle disputes. In a debate, the objective is to win. Courtroom lawyers argue for opposing sides, and at the end of the trial one wins and one loses. In Congress, nonstop debates all too often end in stalemate. Political candidates search [...]

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