Category Archives: Meeting Skills

Share Your Ideas And Have Them Heard

Posted on December 10, 2018 by Exec-Comm

You have innovative ideas and want to influence those around you. But to do that, you need to communicate in a way that works for your audience, or your message may fall on deaf ears. Anne Teutschel, Exec-Comm Learning Consultant, … Continue reading →

Posted in Communication Skills, Exec-Comm Team, Meeting Skills, Tips Videos

Chat, Email, Phone, Or Meet? What’s The Best Option?

Posted on November 14, 2018 by Christine Healey de Casanova

Have you noticed an increase in the use of IM, email, internal chat forums, and project management platforms to collaborate? Some of these tools have become our go-to in business, while meetings seem to be taking a backseat. However, writing … Continue reading →

Posted in Communication Skills, E-Mails, Leadership Skills, Meeting Skills

Bringing Back-To-School Night Back To Work: 5 Steps To Make The Most Of Your Relationships

Posted on October 19, 2018 by Jay Sullivan

When my son Sam was in second grade, I sat – really squatted – in a tiny chair in his classroom to hear his teacher – let’s call her Ms. Rose – talk to the gathered parents about the classroom … Continue reading →

Posted in Meeting Skills, Networking, Uncategorized

If I Only Remember One Thing About You, What Do You Want It To Be?

Posted on September 26, 2018 by Jay Sullivan

When it comes to technology, I’m neither a gadget guy nor a Neanderthal. I’m happy to use the latest and greatest, as long as it’s easy and helps me get more done or enjoy the experience more. The difficulty is … Continue reading →

Posted in Coaching, Meeting Skills, Networking, Uncategorized

From Listing Skills To Leveraging Stories: How To Show, Not Tell, Your Value

Posted on September 13, 2018 by Jay Sullivan

It’s been along year already. That’s not a comment on the political environment, but on your own schedule at work. You’ve accomplished a ton. You’ve been involved in some projects that were planned, and some that sprang out of nowhere. … Continue reading →

Posted in Coaching, Communication Skills, Interviewing Skills, Meeting Skills, Networking

The Courage Of Questions

Posted on August 2, 2018 by Michele Smith

Many of us think of communication as the delivery of words, information, ideas, opinions. And this is accurate – a Merriam-Webster definition of communication is “information transmitted or conveyed.” But what about the other important element in a successful exchange … Continue reading →

Posted in Coaching, Communication Skills, E-Mails, Meeting Skills, Questions

The Irony Of Servant Leadership – A Position Of Strength Born From A Position Of Humility

Posted on April 19, 2018 by Jay Sullivan

Every day in the news we see and hear about leaders – leaders in politics, in business, in the arts, in education. We see young leaders advocating for changes in gun laws. We see women leading our nation toward an … Continue reading →

Posted in Coaching, Communication Skills, Executive Presence, Leadership Skills, Meeting Skills

Master First Impressions Through Your Physical Manner

Posted on January 4, 2018 by Karen Rodriguez

In “The Power of Pretty”. Exec-Comm consultant Rachel Lamb discusses how appearance leads people to judge us as professionals. But appearance goes beyond what we look like and what we’re wearing – our physical manner is just as important. According to … Continue reading →

Posted in Communication Skills, Exec-Comm Team, Leadership Skills, Life Skills, Meeting Skills, Presentation Skills, Uncategorized

Podcast: How to Be Listener Directed

Posted on December 21, 2017 by Exec-Comm

Jay Sullivan, author of Simply Said: Communicating Better at Work and Beyond, spoke with Bill Ringle from My Quest for the Best about what it means to be an effective communicator. Jay and Bill addressed diffusing tense situations, communicating in a … Continue reading →

Posted in Coaching, Communication Skills, Leadership Skills, Life Skills, Meeting Skills, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking, Uncategorized

Storytelling Builds Relationships

Posted on December 14, 2017 by Exec-Comm

In business, it’s important to build relationships beyond the next deal or project. Professionals with strong executive presence connect on a deeper level and build trust through storytelling. Consultant, Tony Capone shares how easily stories can help you relate to … Continue reading →

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