Getting Things Done: Struggling Isn’t Obligatory
The secret to getting things done is to start. We all know it but getting started is often the hardest part. It needn't be if you know how to go about it.
Success or Failure, I’ll Never Know
If success is what you're after, best forget it so that you can get on with getting on.
“I Have No Choice” – When Chance Might Be Better
"I have no choice" is a powerful. It can be helpful or harmful. It's also less vague than leaving things to chance, but sometimes chance is a better option.
When the News is Bad News
Bad News is all around us. You can't stop it but you can ignore it. If it's important you'll get to hear about it anyway. There's no need to expose yourself to constant, unwelcome updates.
Some Freebies For You
A website can pretty soon become a labyrinth and things get overlooked or ignored. Over the years I have published quite a few free handouts. I regularly bring a few things from the archive to your attention. Here are a few about different aspects of communication. How To Listen Effectively How To Plan A Sensitive Conversation How to Control Your Thinking
Stepping Into Uncertainty
Dealing with uncertainty causes a lot of. worry and hoo-hah. It shouldn't, because we are generally good and adapting to change.
Don’t Tell Your Kids They Are Smart
Giving kids the label of “smart” does not prevent them from underperforming. It might actually be causing it.
Pop Psychology Labels – Handy and Harmful
Pop-psychology has given us some wonderful labels. The trouble with labels is that they say nothing about what's behind them, that they stick.
Who Owns Your Message
If you want to communicate effectively there's one basic idea the comes before what you say, or how you deliver your message.
