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“I have come to the frightening conclusion that I am the decisive element. It is my personal approach that creates the climate. It is my daily mood that makes the weather. I possess tremendous power to make life miserable or joyous. I can be a tool of torture or an instrument of inspiration, I can humiliate or humor, hurt or heal. In all situations
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In his classic book How to Win Friends and Influence People, Carnegie repeatedly urged readers to avoid direct confrontations. Instead he advised people to “begin in a friendly way,” to “smile,” to “be a good listener,” and to “never say ‘you’re wrong.’ ” The persuader’s goal should be to convey respect, warmth, and an openness to dialogue before s
... See moreJonathan Haidt • The Righteous Mind: Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion
“He who has learned to disagree without being disagreeable has discovered the most valuable secret of negotiation.”
Tahl Raz • Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It
As a workshop leader, how you teach is more valuable than what you teach. It’s not about charisma. It’s about being clear, consistent, appreciative, encouraging, caring, and optimistic. Real power comes from warmth, presence, and the ability to self-regulate and respond more naturally to whatever comes up in your group.
Liz Korabek-Emerson • Designing & Leading Life-Changing Workshops
