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Four Elements of a Communications Argument

Elements of a Communication Argument

To bring structure to your thoughts when delivering important messages to an important audience, you should consider these basic four elements of a communications ‘argument’. By ‘argument,’ I don’t mean
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You Don’t Know Osmo Wiio?

If you only learn one thing today, make it “Osmo Wiio.” Wiio was a Finnish economics professor, member of the Finnish Parliament, journalist and just for fun, an amateur radio enthusiast.
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How To Read Faster and Better (The Do’s and Don’ts)

While watching students read portions of the workbook in class last week, I was struck by how time inefficient they were. Studying the text as if they were memorising the
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Best Quotes, Graphics and Artwork

I’ve saved my best favourite quotes, graphics and artwork for the better part of 35 years. Somtimes it’s good advice to remember. A pithy quote to use at the perfect
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The Grow Model

The GROW Model

One of the great tools in the world – for coaching, mentoring, development, or even a simple meeting agenda – is the GROW Model. The tool has been around since
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Be Creative Every Day

Be Creative Every Day

For those who know me through my creativity workshops, you may remember I talk a lot about the importance of finding ways to be creative every day. It’s one thing
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Heuristics Definition

Heuristics Help Us Make Decisions

If you need to make a quick decision, there’s a good chance you’ll rely on heuristics. It’s a fancy word for a very simple idea created not so long ago. They
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Fast vs Slow Thinking

When to Make a Fast or Slow Decision

Fast thinking? Slow thinking? What’s the difference? And when should you use one vs the other? More than just pithy twists of phrase, these two types of thinking were defined
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Seven Steps of Effective Business Decision-Making

Effective business decision-making involves a seven-step process that’s been defined and refined pretty much since modern business began with the Industrial Revolution in the late 1800s. While the process is
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