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A few weeks ago I was fortunate to spend a day with Larry Smith. Larry is the author of, The Best Advice in Six Words, and also happens to be the real life husband of Piper Kerman (above), the person from which the show, Orange Is the New Black is based. Larry had everyone in our small group stand up and describe ourselves in six words. It’s amazing how much you can convey in six words when you are forced to do it, and how this simple exercise can help you become a more effective communicator. It got me thinking about the quality of our daily communication.…
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Posted by Joel Brookman in Communication, preparation, Uncategorized.
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In a study of soldiers that made it through the Navy Seal training program, the common thread was not size or strength, it was perseverance.…
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Posted by Joel Brookman in Confidence, Podcasts, preparation.
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If you have an important event that requires your action, take the time rehearse ahead of time. Practice is a critical aspect of preparation.…
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If you get nervous about something that you must do, take time to prepare ahead of time. Preparation builds confidence and alleviates stress.…
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Posted by Joel Brookman in Confidence, Podcasts, preparation.
I was channel surfing the other day and stumbled upon one of the reality court shows. Somehow it captured my attention. The plaintiff was a landlord attempting to explain why she was entitled to $1500 in back rent. The problem was, she was going on endlessly about points that were completely irrelevant to the issue. If that wasn’t bad enough she was talking in circles. The judge was getting frustrated and in the end awarded a fraction of what she probably deserved. Had the plaintiff’s communication been more articulate, she would have found herself in a better place financially. This makes for a good life lesson.…
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Posted by Joel Brookman in Communication, preparation.
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Don’t let your day control you, plan your day and put yourself in control.
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Posted by Joel Brookman in accomplish more, get more done, Podcasts, preparation, productivity, success.
