Tag Archives: Leadership

Can We/Will We Change?

Posted on May 19, 2015 by Patti Fralix

Can we elevate our standards in speaking, writing and behavior? I believe it is time to do so. Enough already. Do we really need to talk and write in disrespectful language? Are we able to use proper, positive and respectful … Continue reading →

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Responding, Not Reacting

Posted on April 28, 2015 by Patti Fralix

Being defensive is one of the most ineffective behaviors we can exhibit. Unfortunately this behavior is all too common. It is much more effective to respond, not react, even when what we are hearing or feeling could trigger defensiveness in … Continue reading →

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What In The World Were/Are They Thinking?!

Posted on March 17, 2015 by Patti Fralix

For the past few blog posts, we have been discussing Managing Differences through Communication.   In one of those posts we discussed the Golden Rule and the Platinum Rule.  Last week we discussed Listening.  This week we will discuss some of … Continue reading →

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I Know You Think You Hear Me, But Are You Really Listening!

Posted on March 10, 2015 by Patti Fralix

Last week’s blog post asked readers to “weigh in” on the Golden Rule and the Platinum Rule, and the Platinum Rule was the clear winner.  Readers made comments on the importance of this subject of communication, and expressed its importance … Continue reading →

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Which Do You Prefer, Platinum or Gold?

Posted on March 3, 2015 by Patti Fralix

Part of the magic of my “It’s in the SAUCE®” personality assessment tool is that it provides data on how to communicate effectively with others, especially with those who have a different dominant communication style.  I began a discussion of … Continue reading →

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What Part Of ME Do You Not Understand?

Posted on February 24, 2015 by Patti Fralix

The philosophy of It’s in the SAUCE® is that we are more effective through our interconnectedness with others.  This is true both personally and professionally.  It is when our strengths combine with the strengths of others that the best results … Continue reading →

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The Synergy of Relationships

Posted on February 17, 2015 by Patti Fralix

The philosophy of It’s in the SAUCE® includes that the magic is in our relationships, the combination of our differences and strengths that create powerful synergy.  This is true personally as well as professionally.  Many people had a great example … Continue reading →

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The Dance of Staff Empowerment and Management Control

Posted on February 9, 2015 by Patti Fralix

Another excellent staff member gone.  Another controlling manager cranked down too hard one too many times, and the staff member decided to quit.  What will it take for managers in organizations to realize the true cost of the loss of … Continue reading →

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Relationships Drive Results

Posted on February 5, 2015 by Patti Fralix

Relationships can be tricky; they can drive positive results, or negative results.  The magic is, we get to choose.  If you are like me, and did not pay enough attention to the importance of good and positive relationships early enough, … Continue reading →

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It’s in the SAUCE!®

Posted on January 29, 2015 by Patti Fralix

Welcome back to the Blog!  After a too long hiatus, I have become convinced that social media is necessary to spread one’s message to those that may need it, and want to hear it.  So I have resurrected the Blog, … Continue reading →

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