Risking over-simplification, here’s a contrast of two communication or influence styles. Some people are natural and comfortable at expressing their emotions, in and out of business setting. They make their voices and opinions heard. If you… Read More »The Robot talk
I almost always end with the joke after every Cultures training. “Now that you are aware of the different dimensions of your own and others’ work styles, you have a much deeper understanding of people’s… Read More »Unplugged from the Matrix
Have you ever wonder been asked a question, be it business related or technical, and you naturally shared a perspective that was right and impressive? And you asked yourself: “Wait – How did I know… Read More »70/20/10 Model for Learning and Development
Had a few recent conversations about “Selling” to customers and the Norm of what they are buying or expecting. No absolute answer but poses an interesting question. The Package Deal As a seller, it is… Read More »The Product and the Solution
From time to time, we hear business stories in military languages. “We will beat Them!” “We need to Win at all Cost – Whatever It Takes!” “We can lose the battle but we will Win… Read More »The Battle and the War
My dad once told me, you don’t need to do everything right to be successful. Most of us may catch 2 or 3 meaningful opportunities or turning points throughout our career, that will set you… Read More »Opportunity
Why are there so many coffee shops or restaurants, while new ones still open every day, every block? Aren’t there enough chain stores already? How much more coffee can people drink? The shops may even… Read More »Why are there so many coffee shops?
A young cashier wearing a pair of Lululemon pants with the latest iPhone sticking out of her pocket standing on a pair of very clean UGGs sipping a Venti Caramel Macchiato in her workstation with… Read More »What is wrong in this picture?
Real life conversation at the office: Intern 1: Hey – I haven’t seen you for a while, what are you up to? Intern 2: Not much, I have just been working from home, it’s been… Read More »Working from Home for Fun and Profit
When you ask people how they are, often you get the response “busy”. It is not really a descriptive state (like I am happy and well, or I am not feeling good because I am… Read More »We are all Busy