Why we gave “Inception” with DiCaprio two thumbs up! “I specialize in a very specific type of security. Subconscious security.” Since movies have been made, we’ve never seen something quite like Christopher Nolan’s cerebral yet hugely enjoyable 2010 film Inception, and we’ll probably never see anything like it again. This endures as a film that […]
Why Columbo enchanted us & how he won every case (Spoiler alert: He used Empathy 101) From 1971 until 2003, audiences were entertained with an atypical whodunit television show where a character played by Peter Falk named “Lieutenant Columbo” solved mysterious crimes. For those unfamiliar, Columbo was like a more empathetic, personable Sherlock Holmes. As […]
If you’re like us, you know the world is moving faster and you are managing multiple communication platforms via social, digital, and mobile technologies daily. If clear communication and dialogue are key to gaining alignment for teams and projects, it’s important that these tools are helping and not hindering.
The world of digital disruption, ubiquitous communication, and generational shifts in the workforce is changing everything. People are moving faster; they are always “on” and bombarded by inputs from social/digital media. Our customers tell us that the negative effects of these great communication technologies are constant feelings of pressure and stress with shifting priorities. They often do […]
Can you have it all with the Human Side of Digital Disruption? I have read several articles recently about the need for empathy and understanding in the workplace. Fortune Magazine, McKinsey Insights, and LinkedIn have all had them. It is often related to the needs and wants of millennials; a generation that wants to make a difference, have a better […]
TATN: The Art of The Nudge augments existing Leadership and Sales Training Programs Wyomissing, PA: CI Squared announces two new training programs based on their innovative Communications Framework, TATN, to help change the conversation for leaders and sales teams. John Geraci, Co-founder and President said, “The pace of change has accelerated in our digital/mobile world […]
The topic of alignment, like many things in life, is both simple and complex. It is simple because you can define alignment with a couple of words, “Gaining Buy-in.” It is complex because you must determine what level of buy-in you need…how do you know who you need buy-in from? And how can you tell […]
I have recently read several articles in Fortune Magazine, McKinsey Insights, and LinkedIn about the need for empathy and understanding in the workplace. These articles are often related to the needs and wants of millennials; a generation that wants to make a difference, have a better work-life balance, and stay connected. The pleas for empathy […]
Last week Chip Kelly was fired by Jeffrey Lurie, the owner of the Philadelphia Eagles, in the 3rd year of his contract. Chip came to Philadelphia from a winning Oregon team with a lot of fanfare and bravado. He was recruited heavily by Mr. Lurie and negotiated both a lucrative contract financially ($6.5M per year) […]
What will you Nudge this year? How will you inspire others to action in 2016? As you reflect upon this past year and the new year to come, take the time to create 3 specific Nudges – both personal and professional – that will inspire yourself and others to action. Make a resolution to gather, […]