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Workplace communications are written and verbal exchanges of information at work. They generally consist of interactions between employees, managers, customers, vendors, and third parties in the workplace. Excellent workplace communications will yield a high level of collaboration and productivity. By contrast, poor workplace communications can erode morale, rip apart teams, slow progress, and lead to failed projects. Understanding how to effectively communicate with others at work is crucial for personal and organizational success.

25 01, 2016

DISC – Leadership skills for the High-D
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DISC – Leadership skills for the High-D

DISC, Team Building

DISC – Leadership skills for the High-D

By Thomas Arthur|2016-11-18T19:44:53-06:00January 25th, 2016|Categories: DISC, Team Building|Tags: Communication Skills, DISC, DISC Leadership Skills, DISC Profile, DISC Test, High-D, People Skills, Personality Profile, Personality Test, Workplace Communications|0 Comments

The High-D stands for “Dominant” as explained in detail in one of our previous posts. It is one of the four types of behavioral styles that can be identified in a DISC assessment. Specifically, measuring the magnitude of this trait in a person requires looking into how one approaches and responds to challenges and exercises [...]

22 01, 2016

Intrinsic Motivation and Driving Forces: What Are Yours?
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Intrinsic Motivation and Driving Forces: What Are Yours?

Intrinsic Motivation, Team Building

Intrinsic Motivation and Driving Forces: What Are Yours?

By Steven Fies|2016-11-18T19:44:53-06:00January 22nd, 2016|Categories: Intrinsic Motivation, Team Building|Tags: Communication Skills, Core Drivers, Driving Forces, Extrinsic Motivation, Intrinsic Motivation, Motivating Employees, Motivators, Motivators and Driving Forces, Passions, Personality Profile, Personality Test, Workplace Communications, Workplace Strengths|0 Comments

Intrinsic Motivation and Driving Forces Defined Let's talk about intrinsic motivation. In my industry, DISC tests and behavioral styles are "all the rage." This is probably because they are easy to measure, understand, and apply with immediate effect. The science that always interested me more, though, was Motivators - now termed Driving Forces. Hidden beneath the surface, our Driving [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

14 12, 2015

How to make the most out of your contractors
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How to make the most out of your contractors

Employee Selection, Team Building

How to make the most out of your contractors

By Thomas Arthur|2016-11-18T19:44:54-06:00December 14th, 2015|Categories: Employee Selection, Team Building|Tags: Communication Skills, Influencing People, Leadership, Leadership Ability, Leadership Skills, Management, Motivating Employees, Workplace Communications|0 Comments

You can call them contractors, temps, or consultants. Sometimes they can be outsourced labor, virtual assistants, or freelancers. Whatever the term or contractual format, they are not considered regular "employees" of your company or organization but temporary, outsourced labor that fulfills a temporal need or is someone who is on trial for a real job [...]

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 [...]