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Author Archives: Connie Dieken
How to Communicate With an Egomaniac
The world’s most famous athlete and a two-time presidential contender both torpedoed their careers with their self-destructive narcissism. Tiger Woods referred to his ego- maniacal state as a “sense of entitlement” in his televised mea culpa. John Edwards outed himself as a narcissist in an ABC interview after he was caught cheating on his [...]
Was Tiger’s Talk A Good Recovery Shot?
Communication coach Connie Dieken sizes up Tiger Woods' apology and points out that the most remarkable revelation was Tiger's admission of being a self-absorbed narcissist.
Posted in Communication Skills, Executive Presence, Media Skills Tagged Apology, communication, Elin Nordgren, narcissism, narcissist, Public Statement, Tiger Woods 1 Comment
What Every Communicator Can Learn From … Michael Jackson
Executive communication coach Connie Dieken shares what every communicator can learn from watching Michael Jackson. She captures three leadership lessons from his newly released film, "This is It," that can transform your approach to presentation skills.
Did This CEO Hit the Sweet Spot?
Executive communication coach Connie Dieken critiques a video interview of Kraft CEO Irene Rosenfeld, sharing two tips to help all executives come across better and prevent undermining their own influence.
The “Stone Cold” SmackDown at NBC
Former news anchor Connie Dieken explains how your lazy thumb helped NBC affiliates tag team the network over the Jay Leno Show and topple it with a "Stone Cold" Stunner.
Posted in Media Skills Tagged 11PM News, evening news, Jay Leno Show, NBC Affiliates, News Anchor, remote control, SmackDown, Stone Cold Steve Austin, WWE 1 Comment
10 Radically Different Resolutions for 2010
Top 10 Communi-lutions to Improve How People Respond to You In Our Distraction-Driven Decade
Most of us resolve to shed extra pounds, get out of debt, or be more organized as we strive to reinvent ourselves in the New Year. But as the odometer turns over for 2010, what if we focus on a more professionally [...]
Did Balloon Boy Take You for a Ride?
Communication coach Connie Dieken reveals why the Balloon Boy's dad failed to convince America to into buy his story - and why it's critical to you in the workplace.
Posted in Communication Skills, Media Skills Tagged actor, adjust energy, Balloon boy, body language, buy in, Communication Skills, Connect Convey Convince, Connie Dieken, Convince, decisive, Falcon, Falcon Heene, manipulation, Richard Heene, Talk Less Say More, transfer ownership, voice Leave a comment
Did Letterman Communicate Effectively to Influence the Public?
Communication coach Connie Dieken grades David Letterman on his attempt to influence public opinion with the news of his sexual relationships and extortion plot. Dieken is the author of the new book, "Talk Less, Say More."
How to Apologize Effectively
Communication coach Connie Dieken explains how to apologize effectively by being direct, sincere and swift. She shares specific tips from page 124 of her new book, "Talk Less, Say More."
Posted in Communication Skills, Executive Presence, Leadership 2 Comments
Rude Tube: Public Speaking Interruptions
Many people fear being rudely interrupted during a presentation. Communication coach Connie Dieken explains why rude outbursts damage the heckler far worse than they hurt the presenter.
Posted in Communication Skills, Media Skills, Presentation Skills 1 Comment
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