by Christi Barrett | Communication
Nathan and Sasha are part of an innovation team, and the product launch is coming up. Nathan forgets to update Sasha on the marketing department’s strategies, and she has to rework the budget at the very last moment. Nathan apologizes for the lapse, saying,...
by Christi Barrett | Communication
This week’s blog post is authored by Abby Watters, one of our newest Humanergists. Do you remember the famous knock knock joke about the interrupting cow? If your memory fails you, it goes a little something like this: “Knock knock…” “Who’s there?”...
by Christi Barrett | Communication
I’m a talker by nature, and it’s been my habit to start talking without a clear plan about what I’m trying to say. This often gets me into trouble, especially when there is conflict. One focus for me is speaking MY truth. If I’m having a...
by Christi Barrett | Communication
“I can’t believe that Jeff didn’t post the training schedule AGAIN,” Janice remarked with disgust. “He’s been told, and he just refuses to do it!” Conflicts are a part of everyday life, and the workplace is no exception. It...
by Christi Barrett | Communication
A participant at a Humanergy communication training said, “I really don’t think this person will like what I have to say. I need to say it right, so they won’t be upset.” One of the hardest things about giving honest, tough feedback is letting...
by Christi Barrett | Communication
I had a conversation recently that was confusing. The topic was intense, and I had anticipated that the other person (let’s call him James) might have some strong feelings. When we sat down together, he said the right words. If you read a transcript after the...
