


How to Request Time to Think: Phrases for When You Don’t Know How to Respond…Yet
by Sharí | Dec 7, 2020 | Blog, Communication Skills, Influence, & Message Strategy, Leadership & Personal Growth
Part of being an influential communicator is knowing the difference between responding versus reacting. A reaction stems from assumptions, subconscious communication habits, and unexamined emotions. A response is the result of reflection and consideration of multiple...
How to “Interrogate” Yourself and Find Clarity
by Sharí | Feb 24, 2020 | Communication Skills, Influence, & Message Strategy, Leadership & Personal Growth
How you talk about your problems has a direct effect on how well you’re able to solve your problems. Pay attention to how you describe your problems to others, and especially how your describe your problems to yourself (self-talk). Your word choice can make your...
The Power of Heroes and Villains: How to Influence Others by Understanding Their Motivations
by Sharí | May 25, 2019 | Communication Skills, Influence, & Message Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Public Speaking & Event Strategy
When it comes to influencing others, it’s important to understand what motivates them. People are often driven by the pursuit of pleasure or the avoidance of pain, and keeping track of their triggers can help you guide them towards your desired outcome. However,...
How to Influence Your Inner Critic
by Sharí | Apr 1, 2019 | Communication Skills, Influence, & Message Strategy, Leadership & Personal Growth
These past few months have been a bit of a roller coaster for me. There have been some amazing ups and some very trying lows, both professionally and personally. We’ve all been there, and we all will likely be there again at some point. What made these recent...