The Great Communicator: Michael Jackson

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The Great Communicator: Michael Jackson

I got a tweet from André Rieu, the well-known violinist and Johann Strauss Orchestra conductor. He was aghast at Michael Jackson’s deathand felt what many did of course. Because André is a musician and performer, however, he felt an especially profound loss. So am I and thus, so did I. Jackson was a prodigious talent and his effect on culture is permanent. As Obi-wan said, “I felt a great disturbance in The Force.”

28 June 2009 | 0 Comments

Tags: Authenticity , Building Relationships , Challenges , Leadership , Listening , Music , Voice

Two New Books You Should Read

I’ve just gotten done reading a couple of new books. The first, Where to Go From Here, by Douglas Campbell III, is a primer on how to manage your business -- and yourself. To Campbell, the personal is one with the professional.

25 May 2009 | 0 Comments

Tags: Books , Bruce Tulgan , Douglas Campbell , Reading

Listening: The Most Important – And Most Neglected – Communication Skill

In the uncertain economic times of 2009, business people are desperate to have a trusted advisor. YOU can be that trusted advisor by using one of the most basic but powerful communication skills - listening.

14 May 2009 | 3 Comments

Tags: Leadership , Listening , Trusted Advisor

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