Are you using frameworks properly?
The concept of frameworks gets bantered about frequently. So much that often the actual substance in focus is less framework and more… well, I don’t know. Let’s call it an attempt to define how people should get things done. The confusion over frameworks gets us into trouble. The Straight Talk Framework is a system for success. […]
Continue readingLeadership and communication are actually layers, not levels
Straight Talk is a system for success. An open, transparent, and consistent method to get results. It’s the most rapid, complete way I know to develop the foundation for exceptional leadership and powerful communication. Straight Talk is a way to clarify focus, prioritize effort, and gain confidence in the best next step. Better decisions, faster, […]
Continue readingYou need to embrace Straight Talk as more than communication to unlock the value
What is Straight Talk? Look it up (and move past the wireless plan in the US) to confirm Straight Talk is a direct, plain, and honest manner of speaking. We love it when someone talks straight. It’s refreshing. But it’s just a different way to communicate, right? Not everyone is ready for Straight Talk, are they? […]
Continue readingDo you want to get trained, or do you prefer to learn?
“I see you’re listing the Straight Talk for Leaders as an Executive Course. What’s an executive course?” I got that question more than once after launching. As explained in the need to launch to learn, I overlooked some key details. Despite the energy I put into building something useful, I never explained it. Allow me […]
Continue readingIf you really want to learn, you need to launch
Last week I launched the Straight Talk for Leaders Executive Course. In some ways, it felt like I finally launched. It also felt like I was pushing sooner than I was ready. Both are right. I finally answered the call to offer online training for the Straight Talk Framework. To get started, I followed the concept […]
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