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Words can encourage or discourage divergent thinking. Use language that accurately reflects your level of certainty, so you don't make overly-bold statements you can't stand behind.| newsletter.weskao.com
Sell your ideas, manage up, gain buy-in, and increase your impact. Sharpen your skills via hands-on exercises, deep dives, scripts, and more| maven.com
The truth behind why it’s so hard to be concise, and 9 tactics I use to tighten my communication| newsletter.weskao.com
You must give your recipient a reason to change. Go straight for what will hit them in the gut: appeal to why they'll personally benefit.| newsletter.weskao.com
Most people suck at managing up. They waste their manager's time with too much (or too little) information. Here’s how to give the right amount of context.| newsletter.weskao.com
Sharing your point of view is one of the best ways to add value. So why do so many high performers hold back? Here's how to overcome this mental block so you can speak up and stand out.| newsletter.weskao.com
"Ninety minutes of your time can enhance the quality of your subordinate's work for two weeks, or for some eighty-plus hours." - Andy Grove, CEO of Intel| newsletter.weskao.com
Be prepared to move fast, encourage them to interrupt you, and more| newsletter.weskao.com
"You're asking me for a favor, and you want me to schedule around you? GTFO.”| newsletter.weskao.com
Your ability to answer questions is a competitive advantage. Here’s how to uncover the deeper underlying question.| newsletter.weskao.com
Aim for one goal: behavior change. Sweet, sweet behavior change. Everything else you might want to say? Keep it to yourself.| newsletter.weskao.com
Do what's best for the business, act like your reputation is on the line, and more| newsletter.weskao.com
The best managers teach their team how to think strategically. Here's how to a build culture of good decision-making and thoughtful debate.| newsletter.weskao.com
When your boss loves you, you have options. Here's how to help your manager get what they need, so you get what you want.| newsletter.weskao.com
How to avoid backstory scope creep| newsletter.weskao.com
