Are you there? Testing testing. One. Two. Hmmm?? It is hard to gauge without feedback. Can anyone hear you? Does anyone relate? Will anyone agree? There is a reason they ask “Is this thing on?” Or, they say “testing testing”. Read More …
Do we have to be all adult-like? Professional and focused. Listening to everyone. Focusing on the future. Working and working some more. Reading the news. Listening to the economic report. Planning ahead. Dressing the part. Watching age-appropriate entertainment. Ignoring the Read More …
We are all (always) just catching up. Aren’t we though? We can’t be there, every minute – of every day – in everyone else’s world. So, all we can do is: tune in, reconnect, ask questions, learn what’s happening, listen, Read More …
Often from a distance, the sound is negligible. The noise is quieter. The impact is less. Be louder. Look closer. Get connected. Listen in. Willingly share. Speak carefully. It is harder from a distance to hear and see what is Read More …
When you call someone be sure you are setting expectations – and be clear. Time needed Things to do What’s next How they will feel Ask if they have questions Verify information shared If you are setting expectations – take Read More …
It is always good to follow up and check in on people you know. New mom / dad. When something bad is happening. Someone who just got out of the hospital. A friend who is living in a new home Read More …