active listening
How to Get (and Keep) a Conversation Going
July 7, 2026
Conversations don’t fail because we have nothing to say. They often stall because we ask questions that accidentally shut them down. Think about how often we ask questions that
What “Silent and “Listen” Can Teach Us About Leadership
February 17, 2026
Have you ever noticed that the words “silent” and “listen” are made up of the exact same letters? I stumbled across this little linguistic coincidence recently, and it stopped
Four Tips to More Intentional Communication
April 22, 2025
One of the things I am known for in my coaching (and parenting) is my focus on, and sensitivity to, language. Words have power, nuance, and connotations built into them.
4 secret steps to connected communications
July 23, 2024
Ever wondered why some people seem to effortlessly connect and inspire, while others struggle to get their message across? Here’s a little secret: It’s all about connected communication. Think
How can we disagree and still get along?
February 20, 2024
In May, I had a great time working with New York City public schools. We did a Connected Leadership Program, which incorporated a lot of the concepts from my Collaborative Communications Program. This