Relationships Damaged

Relationships Damaged

Everyone eventually experiences times of conflict, hurt, letting down and being let down. Sometimes the offense is as minor as forgetting a date or failing to run an errand. Some people find it difficult to manage their responses and become intentionally hurtful, aggressive and even violent. Ongoing conflict can be stressful and damaging to relationships. …

Can we talk, I mean, really talk?

Can we talk, I mean, really talk?

When we have real, authentic conversations, we open ourselves to new information that may change how we do what we do. Try giving the other person total immunity to tell the entire truth.  You would assure them that anything they say, or answers shared, would not be held against them.  Transformative talks may ensue!

Will you listen, I mean really listen?

Will you listen, I mean really listen?

Often the most important part of working with conflict is listening? What did you just say? That is right listening. How well we listen has a lot to do with how we much we concentrate on what is being said. It takes effort to receive, process and respond to others. Do you listen to understand …

Professional Life Conflict is Top Concern

Professional Life Conflict is Top Concern

In their professional lives, an alarming 88% of Americans cite hostility, desk-rage, and workplace incivility as top concerns. These disabling, sometimes crippling, emotions rob the company of profit and productivity. Executives, managers, musicians and other people that work for them can learn to reduce stress and avoid the conflict and cynicism that drains profits, resources, …