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Tips From Times Of Isolation #4
Do you remember me discouraging you from reading self-help books (except mine of course) on leadership? I’ve encouraged you instead to...


Tips From Times Of Isolation #3
Ain’t it so: one thing leads to another. I’m about done with my Churchill year. However, I got interested in Public School curriculum...


Tips From Times Of Isolation #2
In the spirit of, “Don’t read self-help books on leadership, instead read novels that depict leaders,” here’s an example. This is the...


Tips From Times Of Isolation #1
Anyone who’s worked with me probably knows by now that I am not a big fan of listening skills workshops. I’ve fought for the idea that...


Will this ever come naturally?
Will this ever come naturally?” That’s the most often asked question to a technique guy like me. And I’ve always said, “Not really. It’s...


Painting pictures for listeners without using PowerPoint
I’m going to get into nothing but hot water over this. But heck, it’s cold outside and maybe a little heat is called for. Let’s start...


Ten Rules
While talking with clients, either one on one meetings or in seminars, I’ve said the following a million times: “The books on parenting...


Like a TED talk
A few times this past year, several clients asked me what “the boss” meant when he or she said, “Make it like a TED talk.” Everyone who...


Tolerating Ambiguity
All too common slices of feedback from senior leaders about team members: “He needs constant reinforcement.” “She’s continually wanting...


Basics
“Allen, we’re looking for something beyond the ‘basics.’ Can you put together a workshop for more advanced persuasion and influence...
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