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People skills is a broad term describing one’s ability to effectively interact with others. Someone with strong people skills likely has high emotional intelligence and a solid understanding of their behavioral style (DISC). They are good listeners and provide a warm, inviting space for others to enter into with them. People skills are sometimes overlooked in favor of technical skills, however it is people skills that are most important in long-term success. Technical skills are really just a pre-requisite, whereas a person’s people skills are more predictive of their success and ability to get along with others.

8 01, 2016

The Secret to Happiness: Great Relationships
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The Secret to Happiness: Great Relationships

Executive Coaching, Self-Management

The Secret to Happiness: Great Relationships

By Steven Fies|2016-11-18T19:44:54-06:00January 8th, 2016|Categories: Executive Coaching, Self-Management|Tags: Communication Skills, Core Drivers, Happiness, Leadership Skills, People Skills, Quality Relationships, Relationships, Workplace Communications|0 Comments

Cracking the Code to Happiness and Health We all strive for happiness, fulfillment, and meaning in life. But what actually keeps us happy and healthy as we walk through life? The secret is simple: great relationships with other people. This conclusion stems from a 75-year study on adult development directed by psychiatrist Robert Waldinger. The [...]

21 12, 2015

DISC and Understanding your own Behavior
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DISC and Understanding your own Behavior

DISC, Executive Coaching, Self-Management

DISC and Understanding your own Behavior

By Thomas Arthur|2016-11-18T19:44:54-06:00December 21st, 2015|Categories: DISC, Executive Coaching, Self-Management|Tags: Communication Skills, DISC, DISC Leadership Skills, DISC Profile, DISC Test, People Skills, Personality Profile, Personality Test|1 Comment

DISC does wonders for self-improvement. It is absolutely necessary to understand your own behavior before you can start to communicate effectively with others. The whole premise of DISC is to allow you to understand your behavior and tendencies easily. As mentioned in a previous post, self-awareness is key to become successful as a leader and [...]

18 12, 2015

DISC Personality Types – The High-C
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DISC Personality Types – The High-C

DISC, Team Building

DISC Personality Types – The High-C

By Steven Fies|2016-11-18T19:44:54-06:00December 18th, 2015|Categories: DISC, Team Building|Tags: Communication Skills, DISC, DISC Profile, DISC Test, People Skills, Personality Profile, Personality Test, Workplace Communications|3 Comments

In this article, we will explore the nature of the "High-C" as ranked by a DISC test. Reminder: DISC measures behavior and communication style. When we talk about exploring the nature of the High-C, what we are referring to is their visible behavior and communication style. Remember, DISC is not actually a measure of personality even though many people think [...]

11 12, 2015

DISC Personality Types – The High-S
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DISC Personality Types – The High-S

DISC, Team Building

DISC Personality Types – The High-S

By Steven Fies|2016-11-18T19:44:54-06:00December 11th, 2015|Categories: DISC, Team Building|Tags: Communication Skills, DISC, DISC Profile, DISC Test, People Skills, Personality Profile, Personality Test, Workplace Communications|0 Comments

In this article, we will explore the nature of the "High-S" as ranked by a DISC test. Reminder: DISC measures behavior and communication style. When we talk about the "nature" of the High-S, what we are referring to is their visible behavior and communication style. Remember, DISC is not actually a measure of personality even though many people think of [...]

2 12, 2015

DISC Personality Types – The High-I
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DISC Personality Types – The High-I

DISC, Team Building

DISC Personality Types – The High-I

By Steven Fies|2016-11-18T19:44:54-06:00December 2nd, 2015|Categories: DISC, Team Building|Tags: Communication Skills, DISC, DISC Profile, DISC Test, People Skills, Personality Profile, Personality Test, Workplace Communications|0 Comments

In this article, we will explore the nature of the "High-I" as ranked by a DISC test. Reminder: DISC measures behavior and communication style. When we talk about the "nature" of the High-I, what we are referring to is their visible behavior and communication style. Remember, DISC is not actually a measure of personality even though many people think of [...]

23 11, 2015

Communication mistakes managers make
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Communication mistakes managers make

Executive Coaching, Self-Management

Communication mistakes managers make

By Thomas Arthur|2016-11-18T19:44:54-06:00November 23rd, 2015|Categories: Executive Coaching, Self-Management|Tags: Communication Skills, DISC, DISC Leadership Skills, DISC Profile, DISC Test, People Skills, Personality Profile, Personality Test|0 Comments

Communication skills often define the success or failure of a manager. It sets them apart from the average person and gives them the right to lead others. Great managers are constantly on a lifelong mission to develop and improve communications skills and habits. They know that there is no endpoint in the journey of increasing [...]

13 11, 2015

Why You Need to Make Employees Feel Important
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Why You Need to Make Employees Feel Important

Executive Coaching, Team Building

Why You Need to Make Employees Feel Important

By Steven Fies|2016-11-18T19:44:54-06:00November 13th, 2015|Categories: Executive Coaching, Team Building|Tags: Communication Skills, Company Culture, Driving Forces, Leadership Skills, Management, Motivating Employees, Motivators, People Skills, Reduce Turnover, Workplace Communications|0 Comments

How to Win Friends and Influence People. One of the most instructive books I've ever read on human relations is How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie. Mr. Carnegie developed this book over the course of many years, having done an incredible amount of research and experimentation. Throughout the book, the famous Mr. Carnegie provides [...]