Leadership

Be More Persuasive

20th February 2009 20th February 2009 / By kentishandco
/ Leadership, Life as an FM, Top tips, Training/ Leave a Comment

I heard on the news that Oprah Winfrey’s school for girls in South Africa has an oratorium. Why? It’s because she feels that leaders and influencers need to have good speaking skills. Whether you’re speaking to 1 or 100, I couldn’t agree more. Public speaking is one of the quickest…

How to give tough messages

6th August 2008 6th August 2008 / By kentishandco
/ Coaching, High performing teams, Leadership/ Leave a Comment

Providing feedback to staff is always tough, but if it’s constructive, you not only get the message across, but, build a more cohesive and capable team as a result. Constructive feedback is the only way to learn and develop—both personally and professionally. That means, you as Manager, have a responsibility…