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What if, your last difficult exchange with another was filmed? What would your rating be? Is it material for a sitcom or drama? Kudos to you if it went well.   If not, there are always ‘do overs’!  A ‘do over’ is usually well received if it is...

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How do you express a contrasting opinion and open a productive dialogue? Begins with asking questions in the spirit of understanding, having the patience to listen and setting aside the need to be right or change his or her position. Centering is critical! The best...

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What is your best strategy for transitioning with the time change? For me it is to accept it, adjust, and move on. When I fall into thinking ‘what time would it be if the time didn’t change?’, it slows down my transition. How about you? The best...

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How do you become a leader by following? Derek Siver’s insight on the leader-follower relationship is quite eye opening and worth 3 minutes to watch. How do you see this play out in your organization? The best questions foster understanding, spark innovation,...

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How do you move someone whose heels are dug into the ground on an issue? Spiral Impact – Acknowledge and/or ask a question. Trying to convince someone through information (statements) digs their heels in deeper. The best questions foster understanding, spark...