Most people want to communicate well. I don’t think anyone goes into a conversation saying, “I want to totally frustrate Joe.” Especially if they are talking to Joe. 😉 So why is it that this frustration is so common? The most likely problem is “busyness.” We all have a lot to do and are looking … Read more
Communication takes two parties: the sender and the receiver. The sender gives the message. The receiver gets the message. Only when both parties come to the same understanding does communication really happen. You would think that would be so simple… It’s not. In the title question, your answer will depend on your outlook. If your … Read more
Communication is how people understand one another. It is how we express ideas and feelings with one another. Communication involves the spoken words and the tone of voice we use while speaking. It also includes body language. How are we posturing, what are the facial expressions we display? The problem is that many times communication … Read more
Stress can create negative communication. Communication that hurts, divides, and destroys relationships. It happens in families, workplaces, and organizations. You have heard of all of these before. Most likely you have participated in them as well. They are rumor, gossip, and complaining. These types of communication are NOT harmless. They are NOT healthy ways to … Read more
Do you want your people to be able to focus on the more important aspects of your business? The best way to do this is to have a process improvement plan. This plan will standardize the processes and produce documentation so the process can be followed even if the key stakeholders are MIA (missing in … Read more
June 10, 2020 by Darin Oakes Do you have big goals, but struggle to get the results you want? Are you trying to work through an issue, but it seems out of control? Have there been changes in your relationships, occupation, or health that you need to improve? If you’re looking for the clarity you need to … Read more
What if you found an easy way to become your better self? Would you do it? What if it took some time and repetition to make it happen? Would you still be interested? An old adage asks the question – How do you eat an elephant? The answer – one bite at a time. Recently … Read more
How Can You Benefit from Learning the Language of Love? I’m not talking about French here. I’m talking about The 5 Love Languages based on the book by Gary Chapman. I ran across this on my journey to Health Coaching. Now I must admit, my wife tried to get me to look at it several … Read more
What is enlivenIT? Have you ever had the feeling that you weren’t sure if you were coming or going? Do you have a backlog of activities or projects or tasks that you can’t quite get to because of all of the meetings and appointments and practices and obligations and and and…? At least that is … Read more