1. Speaking Without a Net: How to Master Impromptu Communication

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336. Rethinks: The “ABC’s” of Fright-Free Communication

“Rather than trying to eliminate your nerves entirely, build your own anxiety management plan so you're prepared when they inevitably creep in.”Around Halloween, few things feel scarier than being put on the spot to speak in front of others. Your heart races, your palms sweat, an ...  Show more

335. Power Play: Successfully Navigate Power, Status, and Influence at Work

“As you're navigating your workplace hierarchy, you're also simultaneously shaping it.”Power shapes the way we work, communicate, and connect with others. But when workplace hierarchies become overly competitive, unfair, or unstable, they can undermine the very teams they're mean ...  Show more

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