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Effective Communication is built upon many elements, some more obvious than others. These include: understanding what success is, knowing the audience and tailoring the message so the receiver actually receives the message - failure to transmit the message from sender to receiver means communication hasn't actually taken place. What's more, when a critical conversation is taking place, or when you're seeking approval for a project, a back and forth is expected...BUT! Careful to start negotiating against yourself when a question is asked of you; stand your position until you're negotiated against. A question can serve to understand more of you, the project, the context or, just the receiver needing more data to make an informed decision. If you're seeking to get them to do something, ask them when they feel the warmth of your presence and the power of your words. For more tips on making sure your communications are effective and well received, visit us at: www.advancedstrategies.com

Happy Wednesday - We have exciting news to share with you! We are working on a book combining two of Richard’s passions: teaching & cooking! The book will include some of his favorite recipes and leadership lessons that apply to both.   To see a sneak preview of the Intro and the first three chapters, along with what's coming soon for a 'Baker's Dozen' of Leadership insights and Culinary Recipes, visit our website: www.advancedstrategies.com To view the INTRO and first 3 chapters online, copy/past the following link into your browser: https://lnkd.in/eQBdwxd6   Enjoy!

Grabbing a quick cup of coffee and checking out the intro and first three chapters! Best way to spend my lunch break!

Happy Wednesday - We have exciting news to share with you! We are working on a book combining two of Richard’s passions: teaching & cooking! The book will include some of his favorite recipes and leadership lessons that apply to both.   To see a sneak preview of the Intro and the first three chapters, along with what's coming soon for a 'Baker's Dozen' of Leadership insights and Culinary Recipes, visit our website: www.advancedstrategies.com To view the INTRO and first 3 chapters online, copy/past the following link into your browser: https://lnkd.in/eQBdwxd6   Enjoy!

Culture, like brand, isn’t easy to change. In fact, we can’t actually change the branding or culture, rather create context and an environment where a successful brand and culture can organically emerge. To gain more insight into how to make impactful change with your executive personal branding, or organizational culture, visit our website: www.advancedstrategies.com

"It's lonely at the top..." You've heard this expression, maybe even felt it. The expression originated as a metaphor for mountain climbing. Indeed, if you are an Upper-Level Manager or C-Level Executive, you likely navigate rocky steps every day while trying hard not to fall or break anything. And sometimes, the view at the top is not quite as beautiful as you imagined. However, it's up to you to set the vision, provide direction, and be a role model and the face of the organization. It's tough to do it alone. Our Executive Coach will be an experienced and knowledgeable confidant to help you see things clearly, reach your desired peak, and not burn out in the process. We can assist in strategies for interactions with all in your sphere of influence, tackling today's challenges, and preparing your organization for what lies ahead. And, we can help you develop a personal strategic plan for your career that will synergistically integrate with your whole life. Learn more about our executive coaching process and meet our team at: www.advancedstrategies.com

To support gaining a voluntary following is understanding how to engage the needs of the people whom you need to support you – by understanding them and aligning them with your own, you form a powerful bond that transpires the work, based on affinity, communication and trust, resulting in a cohesive and successful working relationship. Learn how to establish a voluntary following, and more at: www.advancedstrategies.com ...and stay tuned for something very special in the near future that just might have something to do with voluntary following.

Challenging Relationships: Remember that when you’re warring with people on your own team, everyone loses. This doesn’t suggest that you can’t disagree with someone, in fact, it can be healthy and helpful in developing leaders around you, but should be done with the intention of resolving the issue, not challenging others to spar. Discover more executive leadership tips and information on tailored executive coaching sessions on our website: www.advancedstrategies.com Make 2025 YOUR year!

Your background and personality are beautiful things; it reminds of us of our history, so don’t let you history be erased trying to define your present and future solely in terms of work. Our identity is different than just our work persona, but we refine and cast a personal branding that is aligned with the future we’ve proactively set for ourselves. Learn more at: www.advancedstrategies.com

There’s a difference between skill and talent; someone who spends time developing a skill will be stronger than someone who has natural talent and doesn’t work to develop it. To learn how to maximize your leadership potential, visit our website at: www.advancedstrategies.com Happy Friday!