15 Moments That Got Big Laughs at This Year’s 2026 Fall Annual Investor Meetings
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15 Moments That Got Big Laughs at This Year’s 2026 Fall Annual Investor Meetings

One of my favorite types of articles to write is these recap blogs. Annual Investor Meetings (AIMs) are high-stakes events…

The Terrain Informs the Technique
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The Terrain Informs the Technique

In executive coaching, you hear a lot of singular techniques — one framework, one mindset, one magic fix that’s supposed…

How Important Is That Impression to Meeting Your Goal?
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How Important Is That Impression to Meeting Your Goal?

How often do you think about your goal when you prepare for a high-stakes interaction? Is selling your…

Don’t Tell People What They Want to Hear
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Don’t Tell People What They Want to Hear

One of the quickest ways for a leader to lose credibility is to start telling people what they…

How Well Do You Communicate? A Self-Assessment
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How Well Do You Communicate? A Self-Assessment

How well do you communicate? For a brief self-assessment, ask yourself the following questions (and be honest!): Do…

Save Time and Money with Better Communication
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Save Time and Money with Better Communication

I’m sitting in a meeting, internally rolling my eyes, because “Chad” has hijacked it again. At this point,…

The 5 Types of Talking You Do Every Day
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The 5 Types of Talking You Do Every Day

Between human nature and the English language, there are so many nuances that it can often cause confusion…

Why is the Listener so Important?
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Why is the Listener so Important?

Just as breakfast is often considered the most important meal of the day, analyzing who is listening to…

Do You Sound and Appear Credible When You Speak? (Part 2)
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Do You Sound and Appear Credible When You Speak? (Part 2)

Credibility is a building block for many communication goals, such as persuading, educating, and informing others. Whether you…

Do team members see you as a threat?
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Do team members see you as a threat?

When there’s a consistent communication disconnect between you and someone on your team, no matter who reports to…

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