Barrie’s Blog
How Saying Nothing, Says Confidence
In the movie, The Big Short, Ryan Gosling’s character, Jared Vennett is standing at a table in front of 3 colleagues. Piece by piece, he slowly builds a Jenga wooden structure. At its highest point, he swings his hand, knocks it over and the wooden pieces scatter across the table.
Are You a Glib-Wiz?
Sam walked into our session with positive energy radiating from every core of his being: enthusiasm, readiness and a big smile to match. I watched two of his videos where he demonstrated that same energy. Sam’s a glib-wiz – those folks who know their business or their products so well – they can speak about it in a moment’s notice.
How to communicate belonging
This week, be deliberate to greet, acknowledge and attend to people: colleagues, children, clients and cashiers to name a few. Practice your own version of hakhnasat orkhim. Balloons are optional!
Can speaking skills transform in 2 hours?
Next time you speak, notice what speaking skills you use. I promise – you are already using skills that benefit your speaking style.
Be a jerk. Or, be human.
We need to replenish faith in the human spirit of kindness, respect, and manners.
How long will you wait?
Your presence, your voice, and your message represent a valuable social currency that when shared with others, becomes an invaluable asset for all.