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Stop Assuming And Ask Questions communication kw questions

Over various Top Tips emails occasionally I’ve mentioned my friend Keith. He’s a lively soul and young at heart. Always up for an event, a couple of beers or three and the first to say...

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How To Spot Red Herrings communication kw

I’m pretty sure that this Top Tips is going to get me into trouble.

That’s because I’m going to share with you two things that my wife doesn’t do.

Firstly, she doesn’t...

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Are You Listening? communication listening relationships

I can't stress enough how important it is to be a great listener. Listening is the key skill for sales people, managers, negotiators, coaches, teachers and parents.

Everyone really.

I...

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Are You An Effective Communicator? communication efficiency listening

You’re mistaken if you think this post is about Communication. It’s about Effective Communication.

There's a big difference between the two.

When you listen to someone talking...

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Reading, Speaking And Listening communication listening reading festival

Not so long ago I managed to pull the wool over my daughter's eyes. I fooled her for just the smallest of moments but it was so worth it.

Let me set the scene.

The Reading Festival is now in its...

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The Difficult Question coaching communication wellbeing
I wonder if you've ever been asked The Difficult Question. It is one of the most impactful and liberating questions that exist. But it always difficult. Let me explain.
 
I travelled to...
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Be More Duck And Listen Better communication listening relationships

Here's a really simple formula to help you be the best type of listener and ensure that you ask lots of questions.


Just QAC like a duck when you're in a conversation.


QAC is a three step model that...

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