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If friction creates the traction that keeps our tires on the road, why do we avoid the benefits of friction in our teams and organizations? Why do we try to smooth things over?  In the workplace...

https://articulaterc.com/fruitful-friction%E2%93%A1-commit-to-staying-in-the-conversation/

Executive presence is often a misused term, a tool that, when understood, serves as a powerful connector rather than a cudgel. It is frequently used to measure whether someone does or does not ha...

https://articulaterc.com/my-dance-with-executive-presence-and-how-it-can-inform-yours/

We’re constantly bombarded with suggestions of “How To” do everything: How to effectively listen, build rapport, and give constructive feedback—the list goes on. Communication is already ...

https://articulaterc.com/essential-sales-communication-strategies-now-i-have-to-sell/

Increasing self-awareness is a frequently suggested idea to improve leadership/team dynamics, whether you identify as a leader, team member, individual contributor, or simply a human being making...

https://articulaterc.com/self-awareness-its-all-its-cracked-up-to-be/

Years ago, during a one-on-one meeting with a well-intentioned supervisor, I raised a concern in our meeting. Quickly, I was told, “Keep your pie hole shut.” While I knew they were well inten...

https://articulaterc.com/creating-cultures-through-effective-communication/

At a recent convention, I was surrounded by solutions promising to enhance leadership and business success. These solutions, primarily assessments, micro-learnings, and formulas, are insightful a...

https://articulaterc.com/the-power-of-individualization-in-a-formulaic-world/

The concept of curiosity and the directive of being curious are often shared without a deeper or more nuanced exploration of what that means for leaders and its impact. Without the focus on a rea...

https://articulaterc.com/curiosity-for-leaders/

Observing others navigate, mitigate, and sometimes avoid risks has made me reflect on my own relationship with risk. Decisions, whether to jump in or step back, have never come easily to me. Typi...

https://articulaterc.com/fueling-fearless-journeys-the-role-of-encouragement-in-taking-risks/

How do I have those harder conversations? That is the number one request from leaders and managers. In leadership and management, engaging in challenging conversations is often cited as the pivot...

https://articulaterc.com/navigating-the-storm-the-leaders-preparation-for-difficult-conversations/

In an age where artificial intelligence continues to reshape our landscape, the demand for leaders who are emotionally attuned and empathetic has never been more pressing. It’s a call for those...

https://articulaterc.com/creating-a-safe-emotional-environment-for-leadership-articulate-realclear/

The Contradiction of Emotional Leadership In the realm of leadership, there’s a subtle yet critical distinction that often goes unnoticed: the difference between exuding calm as a mastery of on...

https://articulaterc.com/understanding-emotional-intelligence-in-leadership-navigating-the-complexity-of-authenticity-calmness-and-passion-part-i/

Modern corporate dynamics demand that we shed rigid ideas of leadership. It’s no longer about maintaining a fixed position; it’s about reading the room, understanding the team’s needs, and ...

https://articulaterc.com/team-and-leadership-success-in-communication-articulate-realclear/