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Ask for More

Ask for More:  How to Receive Negative Feedback Without Getting Defensive We spend a lot of time and energy figuring out how to constructively GIVE negative feedback. How do we respond when we RECEIVE it?  Do we respond gracefully or do we get defensive? One of my first mentors suggested that we ASK FOR MORE!  I often share the example of…

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12 Tips for Enjoying the Ride

 12 Tips for “Enjoying the Ride”   We sometimes spend lots of energy trying to fix or change negative situations that are really beyond our control.  (ie – corporate decisions, the economy)   Instead, it would be a better use of our time to find ways to counteract the negativity by focusing on creating more of “what provides amusement or enjoyment” (Webster Dictionary definition…

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Play Nicely!

  PLAY NICELY:  CONFLICT RESOLUTION DO’S AND DON’TS   -DO use consultative phrases…(DON’T dictate or demand)           What do you think about…           How about…           Would you be willing to…           Could we try…           Would you consider…                            –DO seek clarification…(DON’T assume that you understand)           Let me make sure I understand what you’re saying…           What do…

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