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Doyouspeaktoofast? (Do You Speak Too Fast)
You may have a lot you need to say in a very short timeframe, but speak too quickly and those listening may not get the full message and they could end up missing out on crucial information. Make sure that the individuals you're speaking to can understand you clearly, or face the consequences.
How to Cope with Troublesome People
Dealing with difficult people should not be a skill that only some possess. There are difficult people in almost any project or office, and your inability to work with them could hold back the entire team. Taking the time to learn exactly why someone is difficult could be the solution.
Heard and Valued: Three Short and Useful Bits of Advice for Improving Your Leadership Skills
Yogi Berra famously said, “You can observe a lot just by watching.” In this article, Payson shares some of what he’s learned about leadership just by listening. Learn how transparency and iterative improvement can maximize the results of great leadership.
What I Said vs What They Heard
When giving instructions to a group or team, you may be able to gauge just how well you gave the directions by observing just how many people followed them. What might at first look like disobedience or poor listening skills could actually be the way you spoke, or your habit of speaking.

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