Communication

NLP Notes: The Meta Model

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The Meta Model one of the most valuable tools provided by Neuro-Linguistic Programming. It provides ways of identifying gaps or sloppiness in our thought process. It also helps reduce misunderstandings by making our own communication less ambiguous. So how exactly does it work?

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Negotiating Negotiations

Two cartoon people negotiating

It’s a well-worn saying that “life is a negotiation”, but like most well-worn sayings there’s more than a hint of truth to it. So how can you make sure you do it well? Here are some top tips.

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Making role play work

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Have you ever heard a trainer say the dreaded phrase, ” In a moment, we’re going to do a role play…”? Most of us have, and most people hate them.  So why bother?

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How to Get a Strong Personal Brand

The importance of personal branding

You may not even consciously think about it, but your personal brand drives how you are perceived at work and how successful you are in your day to day role. So what is personal branding?

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A Guide to Appreciative Inquiry

A white door open in a clear blue sky, symbolising dreams

The term Appreciative Inquiry (or AI) seems to keep cropping up in meetings and in magazines. What is it, and is it a useful tool to help managers motivate their teams?

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What’s Your Time Personality?

Time personalities

At some point most of us have been frustrated with someone because of the way they manage their time.  But maybe it’s not their problem…

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Becoming an Excellent Communicator

Bad communication can be shocking!

Regardless of how attuned the human brain is to processing and reacting to the millions of signals it receives every minute, people can still make spectacular misjudgements when communicating with other people. So what’s the best way to avoid these?

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Understanding Body Language and Building Relationships

Positive body language is a powerful thing!

Do certain expressions or poses always carry the same meaning and are these detectable to all? Can we really engineer the building of rapport, even with people we’d rather avoid?

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Sex, Drugs, and Rock ‘n’ Roll – Three is The Magic Number!

Is three really the magic number?

Trainers have a habit of enthusiastically telling delegates that three is the magic number. Is it? Who said? Why not a different number? And if it is true, why does it work?

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Improve your presentation skills

Dreading that big presentation to the board/best man’s speech? Or maybe the next sales pitch just has to go right… Whatever your role, honing you presentation skills will always come in handy. Get a few quick tips to brush up with our short video:

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