by Harriet Cohen | Jun 20, 2023 | change, EQ, Inspiration, Professional development, social responsibility
Why are we afraid to make others feel heard and understood, to have the important conversations, to express opinions? How does that affect trust? Why are people afraid to address the elephant in the room? The feeling of trust and cooperation where does it come from? ...
by Harriet Cohen | May 17, 2023 | accountability, feedback/evaluations, Leadership, Professional development
Ok It’s a little hokey. Every category listed needs good listening skills to succeed. I could also include parents, teachers, doctors and more. As a coach/advisor I ask questions to achieve results, more importantly, I have to really listen to the answers,...
by Harriet Cohen | May 15, 2023 | accountability, bias, feedback/evaluations, Professional development
We are not really trained to truly listen. We hear the words or the sounds but we don’t listen for the meaning. Nor do we listen for what is not said. We are too busy framing our responses. We have two ears and one mouth because when you truly listen and the...
by Harriet Cohen | Mar 14, 2023 | bias, change, recognition
In the late 60s Virginia Slims told women; “you’ve come a long way baby”, and so we have. Women-owned businesses generate a higher revenue than companies led by men. Women leaders can create positive work environments with happier employees. This...
by Harriet Cohen | Mar 14, 2023 | accountability, business tools, change, strategic planning
During Women’s History Month I have been reading lots of articles from CEOs and entrepreneurs. I am going to share some of what I learned with you. The first set of lessons is from Sarah Breedlove. Sarah – better known as Madam C.J. Walker was the first woman ...
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