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The “BIG IDEA” I’d like to share is the critical realization that effective persuasion is not a one-time act but a continuous, dynamic process that involves engaging your audience with a compelling narrative, creating relevance, encouraging feedback, and adapting based on responses.
I am not a communications expert, but I do know change management, and the most compelling part of change management is effective persuasive communication.… Read more
Implementation is tough. Reflecting on the hurdles I’ve faced in my career, I’ve come to recognize that my failures were not due to a lack of strategy or resources, neither to a lack of motivation nor energy on my part, but rather my inability to effectively get things done. I was trying to push a huge Rock over a very inviting cliff, but the harder i pushed the harder to rock seemed to push back.… Read more
I found mentoring within my own organisation a struggle. I was adept at directing (initially explaining the competencies necessary within a role) and steering new hires to adopt the right processes and procedures. I was also expert at delegating (some would call it dumping — i perceived that once a new hire was told what to do, they could safely be left to do it… as that is how I preferred to be managed).… Read more
Rolling out an external mentoring program is more than just pairing up names and hoping for the best. This is the fourth instalment in mentoring; if you are new start here.
It’s about creating a strategic link between fresh perspectives and your business’s core needs. Let’s break down how we can make this relationship thrive, ensuring everyone from HR to the reporting officer and, of course, the mentee, is on the same page.… Read more
How can I start the mentoring journey?
I hope I’ve persuaded you to consider External mentors, if not please refer to my last discussion or here . If you’re looking for External mentoring how can you make the most out of this for your rising stars.
Before we even start scouting for mentors, it’s smart to pin down what we want our mentees to get out of this experience.… Read more