It was almost comical to watch the debate rage on. Ginny looked at Sal and said, “Your problem is that you think everything is possible. That anything can be done.” Sal laughed and replied, “Well, your problem is that you think nothing can be done. Your first response to everything is no.” Watching on the […]
“But communication is two-sided – vital and profound communication makes demands also on those who are to receive it… demands in the sense of concentration, of genuine effort to receive what is being communicated.” Roger Sessions In any communication, both the sender and the receiver have a crucial role to play. It’s not just about […]
We all know that interrupting someone while they are speaking is considered impolite. As parents, we teach our children to say “Excuse me” before they join a conversation. But what about interrupting ourselves? Believe it or not, it can be a valuable skill to learn. We all have moments where we have an immediate and […]
Suddenly, Sam had that feeling that he had forgotten something – the feeling that can make us feel a bit queasy or bring on a cold sweat. He then realized what it was: he had totally forgotten to tell his project steering committee about the change request from the branch office that he got when […]
Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of others. In the healthcare field, empathy is a crucial trait for leaders to possess in order to effectively lead and manage their teams. The power of empathy allows healthcare leaders to build strong relationships with patients and staff, as well as create a positive […]
“What doe he want from me?” Asked my colleague as she showed me an email from a team member. My colleague had asked me to work with her on her responses to others. She knew that she was coming across as harsh and she wanted to work on her tone, specifically in her written communications. […]
For companies to stay ahead in this highly competitive market, having excellent project managers is a prerequisite. As a result, there’s a massive demand for project managers. But the keyword here is “skillful.” Companies need people who can manage their projects efficiently and effectively and achieve milestones for the company. More than your degree, companies […]
Project managers, status meetings are an essential part of your communication plan. You want to show up prepared and knowledgeable about your project. You might think, what is the big deal? But when you give status to your sponsor and other executives, they evaluate you and your ability to run a project. It might not […]
Your project might already be in motion, but that does not mean you cannot change your processes and approaches. Continuous improvement is your responsibility. Don’t just watch what happens as your team works toward project completion, be strategic and when you see opportunities for positive changes, make them! These eight recommendations are a good place […]
“You know, I like your presentation, but you forgot to introduce yourself.” – Anonymous Project Stakeholder These were the first words that Mary Carol heard when she visited one of her new project stakeholders. And you know she was correct. When Mary Carol started her presentation, she didn’t say, “I’m Mary Carol,” She just stood […]