Painless Brainstorming for Teams and Leaders

Utter the word “brainstorming” to your department, and it could send a person or two scurrying out of the huddle.  For many, the process of brainstorming is just as pleasant as nuking their brains in the microwave.  It’s a mix of desperately trying to get everyone’s “good ideas”, carefully treading the waters so as not […]

What does effective listening look like?

“You’re not listening to me!” “They never pay attention to what I’m saying.” “I have nothing worthwhile to add.” In a technology oriented, high-speed work environment, communication is important. However, as people become more stressed and have more things to check off their to-do lists, effective listening fades into the background.  To ensure that you […]

The Top Persuasive Words to Use During Team Meetings

What are the top persuasive words to use during team meetings? According to a data-driven study there are some good ones. Every day, an estimated 11 million meetings take place in the United States alone. With managers often spending three-quarters of their time in meetings – and 97% of workers reporting that collaboration is essential […]