
Strategic business plans can be a lot of fun–no, really. It’s exciting to turn a corner to have a new goal or approach. Implementation, on the other hand, is where things often fall apart. It’s where strategy meets reality, assignments are made, and buy-in is sought. Planning is exciting, plan implementation is a grind. But smart […]

Ambivalence does not have an immediately positive connotation, especially when applied to leaders. But there are times when it can help an executive build support and attain buy-in. Understanding when it is critical to strategic business development and when it is detrimental can positively impact company culture and boost a leader’s value in the eyes […]

Communication is an essential component of successful leadership. The problem is that people have a hard time accurately and objectively evaluating their own communication effectiveness. When leaders turn to us, it’s because they see a persistent gap between the capability and performance of their team. More often than not, they don’t realize their role in […]
Would you like to be more successful? I’ve always believed that connecting better with people is far more important than being the smartest person in the room. A 40-Year Scientific Study Reveals the Richest People Are Never the Most Talented (and Why That’s a Really Good Thing) Yep: The smartest, most talented people almost […]
At every leadership level, conflict resolution is an essential skill. Smart ways to handle your next heated situation, shared by Nadia Lopez. She should know — she’s a school principal. Source: 6 tips for dealing with conflict
More than one rule is listed here however valuable nonetheless. If you’re ever talking with strangers at a networking event and want to identify the most successful person in the group, look to the one who’s quiet but really listening. Source: How to Become a Master Communicator by Following This One Rule #communicationskills #leadership #LiddellLeads

The most effective communicators understand that it is a complex process to translate internal perceptions, feelings, motives, etc. into a shared understanding. Liddell Consulting can help your audience understand your message.