Category Archives: Communication
Three simple ways to use more inclusive language…
…and challenge your assumptions at the same time. 💀 When meeting people for the first time, don’t ask about their ‘wife’ or ‘husband’. Ask instead about their partner/spouse. ☠ When someone is visiting their doctor and you want to know … Continue reading
How often do you ask of yourself or of others: How can I be better?
You might decide to ask this question as part of your performance review, or in conversation with your partner/spouse. It’s too general a question – and will lead to meaningless responses. Learn to ask definitive, more action-oriented questions – for … Continue reading
If you are an introvert, stop doing this immediately!
JUSTIFYING why being an introvert is good. You rarely read posts from extroverts claiming how wonderful it is to be an extrovert and how grateful they are that they can walk into any room and own it and be the … Continue reading
What to say when someone uses their wit to put you down.
You know how it is, friends. You are going about your day. Doing your thing. And someone says something that puts you down. ✴ It might be a sarcastic comment. Disguised as gentle ribbing. ❇ It might be a witty … Continue reading
Something to think about further – there is no ‘I’ in teams. 🏆 📛
So, friends – you’ve heard this aphorism before. We are taught to think about the success of the team – and to downplay the self-interests of the individual. Here is another perspective. There is no way a person can think of … Continue reading
While presenting, you stumble over your words. What to do next?
😉 Nothing. 😊 Continue as planned. 😋 No one will remember. 🙂 No one will care that much. 🤗 Stop wasting energy thinking about it. 🤔 Every single person stumbles over their words – even in their native languages. YOU … Continue reading
Allowing a place for emotion in your communication. 😡 🤢 🤧
Friends – here is a communication mistake I have made multiple times. Sometimes, when I don’t agree with a course of action being proposed, or a decision being made, I will put forward my perspective. And I will say it … Continue reading
A falsehood to reject: It’s my hard work that led me to success.
Often, you will hear Hollywood actors speak about their success by saying how hard they work – and therefore their success is deserved. See, I have a differing perspective. When you say that you are successful because you are hardworking, … Continue reading
My number 1️⃣ rule for meeting new people at social gatherings.
I learnt this tip because I have seen other people do this – and so I make a huge effort to ensure I NEVER do this when talking to people. So, when having a conversation with new people (or people … Continue reading
How would YOU like to be helped, or supported?
Friends, sometimes in our lives, we need help. And we would love it for someone to step up and give us assistance in such a manner that it leaves us humbled. 💕💖 Let’s say you need a new role/job. You … Continue reading