In this article, we focus on listening as the most critical communication skill, listing five reasons why it holds such significance. First, active listening demonstrates empathy and respect toward the speaker. Second, it makes the speaker feel valued and understood. Third, it validates the thoughts and experiences of the communicator. Fourth, active listening fosters a deeper connection between individuals. Lastly, it enables the listener to gain context, acting as a filter for better understanding and response.
How do you get people to rally around your vision and execute on it effectively? I was recently asked by a coaching client, whom we’ll call Victoria, “Todd, how do you get people to rally around your vision and execute on it effectively?” I’m going to share a simple...
This is the story of Rachel, one of my coaching clients. Through our work together, she’s overcome self-doubt, gained self confidence, and realized the value of her worth.
I’ve recently been promoted and tasked with developing the next generation of our platform. It’s exciting and at the same time, overwhelming. I have no idea where to begin. As an executive leadership coach, I’ve heard some version of this story dozens of times. The...
My team keeps saying, ‘When we get back into the office and things go back to like they were before March…’ and I have to stop them right there. There is no going back to the way things were before COVID-19. There is only moving forward with a new reality. This was...
