“The best kind of persuasion happens when you get what you want; while, the other person also gets what they want.” A Case Study in Persuading a CFO
Linda, a seasoned executive, faced a challenge familiar to many leaders. She needed the approval of
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“Austin Appelbee’s story transcends mere survival—it offers a masterclass in resilient leadership under extreme duress. His actions demonstrate that true leadership isn’t about position or age, but about character in crisis.” The Decision That Changed Everything The Indian Ocean off Quindalup was
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“The current climate demands introspection. It requires moving beyond “Are we effective?” to ask a more profound set of questions: “Are we good? Are we just? Are we clean?” We live in an era of visible success. We celebrate leaders for their strategic genius, their charismatic influence, and their tangible
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“Organizational savvy is the art of navigating change with intention. It’s moving from being a passive participant in an org chart to becoming an active architect of your influence.” A senior leader I coach—let’s call him Robert—recently came to me before a
“By applying the same “Client-centered mindset” as a coach does, you can transform interactions from transactional exchanges to collaborative dialogues.” As a Chief Sales Officer, Jennifer excels at connecting with clients, delivering her message with clarity, and building strong relationships. Yet, like
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“Stop hating your boss. Start strategically and empathetically rebuilding the relationship—for your sanity, your growth, and your career.” “I hate my boss!” That’s the title of a book I saw on a book shelf long time ago. And recently, my coaching conversations with my client triggered that book’s
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“Instead of blaming the person, you share your feelings and factual consequence as a result of their action or behavior. This is the art of delivering your constructive feedback.” In the previous article, we introduced the C-S-C (Care-Share-Care) Framework
“The C-S-C Framework is the compassionate script, but the Coach Approach is the director that ensures it’s a duet, not a solo performance.” The Common Dilemma Many professionals face the same core challenge: how to communicate something difficult
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“Development is not what you want to give, but what they need to receive based on their current state. That is the ‘Personalized Leadership’ approach.” For leaders invested in their team’s success, developing talent is a top priority. Yet, without a structured
“The journey from seeking direction to providing it is the mark of an evolving leader. You learn to create direction through empathy, demonstrate proactiveness through valued initiatives, and prove resilience through relentless, informed adaptation.” In today’s fast-paced and often ambiguous business
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