Communication

Say it 7 Times: The Art of Overcommunication

There’s an adage in marketing that a brand must “Say it seven times” before a message sticks with a consumer. I’ve found the same to be true when communicating with others on my team. When you present new information, you are coming from a place of…

Lawrence Ripsher’s 90% Agreement Rule

“Let’s agree to agree.”

Wouldn’t it be great if you heard this at work more often? In a cross-functional meeting. In a 1:1 with a report. In a conversation with your boss. Imagine all of these interactions being framed through what you…

HFUIYM?

I read my fair share of business books, usually knocking out one every month or two. For the most part, I would describe the genre as helpful. Some books remind you of things you’ve learned; others spark a new idea or approach to something you’re stuck on. But every now and then, one of these books reframes your…