A Search For Common Ground – Part One: Authentic Discourse
A Search For Common Ground – Part Two: Overcoming Resistance
None of us wants to be judged or criticized, especially for our thoughts and beliefs. We want to feel safe … Read the rest
Talks At The End Of Life (Conversations No One Wants To Have)
Someone you care for is at the end of his or her life. How do we talk with someone who is dying? No one is ever really … Read the rest
CRUCIAL CONVERSATIONS: Tools for talking when stakes are high
By Kerry Patterson, Joseph Grenny, Ron McMillan, Al Switzler
This is a terrific book! It delivers practical skills that will help you succeed with any crucial conversation in your life, whether … Read the rest
I am happy to report that a recent edition of Pacific Coast Business Times featured an article of mine, “Tough talks can help you root out the real problems in your business.” Business owners and managers may find the article particularly useful, … Read the rest
If you are concerned about your elderly parents, it’s probably with good reason. As our population ages and folks live into their 80s and 90s, there is a very good chance that caregiving is something you will have to deal … Read the rest