Have you ever wondered why some teams thrive while others struggle, even when they have similar resources and talent? The reason often lies in something you can’t see or touch — Psychological Safety. Imagine working in an environment where you feel completely safe to speak your mind, share bold ideas, or admit mistakes without fear … Read more
Using storytelling taps into the brain’s emotional and sensory centers, making it a powerful tool for persuasion and engagement. Neuroscience reveals that stories not only capture attention but also help people connect on a deeper level, making information memorable. Effective storytelling strategies include using relatable narratives, evoking emotions, and leveraging suspense to keep audiences engaged. Stories can overcome cognitive resistance, leading to better retention and action.
You can reverse your self-talk and harness the power of positive self-talk. Two neuroscience-based strategies can help you become more positive and confidence, while leading to higher levels of performance and happiness.
You can learn how to control your subconscious communication. A special brain network called The Social Brain is the key to becoming a Super Communicator.
Leaders who are serious about overcoming the major causes of virtual employee disengagement – Disconnection, Distraction, and Deactivation can practice the 3 C’s of Virtual Employee Engagement. Leaders must lead in a different way when leading virtual employees. They must bring the best of themselves in three core practices of Connecting People, Coaching Performance, and … Read more
The statements we make to people during critical times can either support or hinder their potential. That’s why I call these statements “Power Messages.” The event is crystal clear in my memory. I was fifteen years old and a sophomore in high school. I was being driven home after a church youth activity by … Read more
I was told to wait one more time. I was frustrated. The negotiation started 30 minutes prior and was a slow and tedious process. Most of the time I had spent alone in an office because the salesperson left the room to meet with the sales manager to discuss my offer. This was the third … Read more
Dark Psychology is the art and science of manipulation and mind control. While Psychology is the study of human behavior and is central to our thoughts, actions, and interactions, the term Dark Psychology is the phenomenon by which people use tactics of motivation, persuasion, manipulation, and coercion to get what they want. While working on my doctorate … Read more
Do you want to influence and persuade more effectively? If so, you will have to learn how to connect with people in a way that builds trust and this often requires that you make this trust connection quickly! Many of our daily interactions are quick and involve little conversation and exchange of words. A brief, “How’s … Read more
Let’s be honest. We all hate sitting through boring presentations and speeches. You know, the ones where the speaker doesn’t seem to know his or her topic well and chooses to read the PowerPoint slides. Or worse, they read their presentation to you from a piece of paper. This is one of the 5 most … Read more