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Category Archives: Executive Presence
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 [...]
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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.
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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.
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 [...]
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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."
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The Less is More Lesson
Executive communication coach Connie Dieken explains why leaders must talk less and say more in today's world. Connie takes South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford to task for his rambling press conference after his six-day disappearing act and philandering scandal and offers tips on how leaders can influence intentionally.
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Jon & Kate Plus….You.
Jon & Kate's body language was so cold in their season premiere that the cameras needed de-icing. Executive communication coach Connie Dieken reveals 5 specific tips to help you come across at your best in the workplace, even if you can't stand the person you're communicating with.
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Is Your Voice Undermining Your Success?
Executive communication coach Connie Dieken shares how to use your voice to be more powerful, and why you don't sound like you think you do.
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