Thanks for the Feedback

Amelia McCormick
Amelia McCormick
  August 14, 2019
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“Can I give you some feedback?” Rarely do we meet an offer like this with eagerness, curiosity or excitement. Our reaction might be more aligned with concern, skepticism or even fear. However, feedback is essential in all aspects of our lives. We need others to shine a light on our … Continue reading →

Feedback That Others Can (Actually) Use

Amelia McCormick
Amelia McCormick
  July 17, 2019
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“Criticism, like rain, should be gentle enough to nourish a man’s growth without destroying his roots.” – Frank A. Clark A few months ago, as Decker was wrapping up a series of programs with a large pharmaceutical company, an L&D leader surprised us with his takeaway, stating, “This program made … Continue reading →

Achilles Heel

Ben Decker
Ben Decker
  July 10, 2019
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My boys (10, 12, 14) are loving Greek mythology right now—from Percy Jackson’s books to any movie reference. Lately, Achilles is having a major moment in our household, popping up in Coldplay lyrics and in post-NBA finals discussions on Kevin Durant’s recovery. Achilles also happens to be trending in the … Continue reading →

Developing Your Personal Brand

Jessica Weiss
Jessica Weiss
  May 1, 2019
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City through a lens

When my niece was two, she pointed to the alarm bell button in her building’s elevator and yelled “Taco Bell!”  At a very young age, she could recognize the iconic symbol thanks to years—and millions of dollars— they’d spent developing their brand. As a business leader, it’s just as important … Continue reading →

Remote Presenting: Set Up For Success

Ben Decker
Ben Decker
  September 12, 2018
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Webex GoToMeeting Zoom BlueJeans Google Hangouts You’re probably using one of these and if you’re not, you should. Here are some tips to make any and all video conferencing better: If you look at every video call as an experience, you’ll want to make each one that much better. Avoid … Continue reading →

Vocal Variety: 3 Tips

Eliza Leoni
Eliza Leoni
  August 1, 2018
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It’s undeniable that the way your voice sounds has a lot to do with how you come across. As reported in the Wall Street Journal, people who hear recordings of rough, weak, or strained voices tend to label the speakers as negative, weak or tense. While people with strong voices … Continue reading →

The Price of Connection

Ben Decker
Ben Decker
  July 19, 2018
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How do you put a price or value on connection? On being present? Jay-Z is a genius and talent in music who is practically unequaled. As I watched him as a guest on David Letterman’s Netflix show, My Next Guest Needs No Introduction, I was fascinated by the subject matter … Continue reading →

Smile With Your Eyes

Ben Decker
Ben Decker
  February 14, 2018
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As Guy Kawasaki says, don’t be afraid of the crow’s feet. That’s right, the most sincere smile is a Duchenne smile (named for French neurologist Guillaume Duchenne) that lights up your eyes and shows off your pearly whites. Guy is a powerful influencer and speaker – and his Duchenne smile … Continue reading →

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