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3 Tips for Shy People Who Want To Shine in Groups

When last we met, we talked about eye contact and I said I would address what shy or reserved people can do to facilitate interactions with others. In groups, people who are more reserved sometimes have issues. And if you have anxiety about groups, it can be even more challenging. Here are my top three…

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You'd Better Look Me In The Eye When You Say That? Not Always.

Welcome to today’s Physical Talks. Why do we sometimes look off into space during our conversations? Hint: It’s to improve those communication moments. See more below. Some people say that someone who won’t look you in the eye must be lying. That’s not necessarily true. There are a lot of other possibilities. Ever been caught…

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Sending and Receiving – How We Move Through The World

Are you a sender or a receiver? How can you tell? Do you find yourself getting “feelings” or hunches about situations and people? If you do, you might be a natural receiver? If you get those vibes, those belly clenching moments, listen to them. They are trying to give you information. Armed with that knowledge,…

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Don't fall for the Short Change con

We are in the midst of misdirection at its finest. We are bombarded with media overload. Sound Bites careen towards us from every direction. From “Crooked Hillary,” to “Kelly Anne Con job,” we are being led down some or other path by those who want to sway our votes and our dollars. This can happen…

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Overheard – What I Learn Through Listening

I am passionately curious about people. I love learning what motivates them, what challenges them, and what inspires them. So, I listen. I listen in my coaching practice. I listen during my workshops and seminars, and I shamelessly listen to conversations around me when I am working at coffee shops or when I’m walking down…