Archive for the ‘Communicating’ Category

Knowing Isn’t Doing: The Hidden Cost of Good Communication

Posted by Liz McKechnie

We’ve all been there. We’ve sat in the comms workshops, read the books, nodded along to TED Talks about empathy, active listening, difficult conversations, and speaking your truth and yet, even with all that knowledge, we still find ourselves walking away from meetings thinking,

Why on earth did I say that?

or

Why didn’t I just listen properly?

At Aspire, we work with brilliant people—clever, experienced, emotionally intelligent leaders—who know what good communication looks like. So why don’t they always do it?

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Why Human Connection at Work Matters More Than Ever

Posted by Liz McKechnie

We live in a world where technology is moving faster than ever, and paradoxically, this means human connection matters more than ever.

Humans are inherently social beings and thrive when working in groups. We often struggle in isolation, and loneliness is increasingly recognized as a significant mental health issue. While remote work, AI, and automation have simplified many aspects of our lives, they have also contributed to a sense of disconnection, especially post-COVID. The days of spontaneous chats by the coffee machine seem to be fading away.

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The ultimate skill for fabulous presentations

Posted by Annemarie Estess

Want to make fabulous presentations that are clearer and more compelling for non-technical audiences?

Here’s 1 unexpected skill that can help…

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