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Managers, Pay Better Attention

Managers, Pay Better Attention

When I was trained as a social worker, my graduate program followed the psychodynamic theory of human behavior. This approach focused on Ids and Egos, and suggested that our emotional problems might be tied to our inner child, our outer parents, or perhaps the inner and outer trauma associated with potty training. It was an […]

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Articles of Interest

Articles of Interest

As a way to add a bit more value to your newsletter subscription and to expand beyond simply Ron’s opinion, we regularly share other online articles that relate to the “Do it Well, Make it Fun” philosophy. We’ve also included some books in this issue. We hope you find them helpful. What the Most Successful […]

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WE Are Our Greatest Asset

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WE Are Our Greatest Asset

When I help speakers or leaders with their presentation skills, I don’t typically focus on techniques such as voice inflection, hand gestures or eye contact. While these can play an important role in a great presentation, I believe that our greatest asset is who we are, not necessarily what we do. When it comes to […]

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When Your Boss Just Doesn’t Get It

When Your Boss Just Doesn’t Get It

As a full-time speaker, author, and humorist, the most common question I get from audience members is, “Ron, how do you keep your sleek figure and alabaster complexion?” It’s a fair question and the answer is simple. Fiber. It’s true. I’m very regular, and it gives me this attractively weak and washed out look. The […]

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Martin Luther King, Jr. Was Bold

As a graduate student in social work, I sometimes wished I had been born 10-15 years earlier so that I could have participated in the civil rights movement.  It seemed so congruent with my beliefs and the ideals I was being taught as a social worker.  Dignity.  Self determination.  Respect. But alas, I was born […]

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