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Quick and wise decisions (part 2)
In the first part of 'Quick and wise decisions' you can read how Connecting Communication lets you harness the collective intelligence of a group to make strong decisions. In this part we explain how...
Receiving feedback = giving yourself a gift
How do you give feedback effectively? Thousands of books have probably been written about that question. About how to receive feedback effectively, only a handful.
Resolving Conflicts
One person wants it this way, the other wants it that way. That can be a richness, as long as we don't cling to one particular solution when problems arise....
Secondary feelings
In Connecting Communication (CC), we distinguish between primary and secondary feelings. Primary feelings arise when certain needs are met or not. Secondary feelings accompany negative judgemental thinking about others.
Setting priorities: how to turn your life into a fascinating adventure
Do you know those moments when life suddenly falls into place: after some digging and searching you send off your proposal and a relieved colleague replies 'Than...
Sometimes things just have to be done, right?
To stay connected with others, it is essential to respect their autonomy. This triggers a reaction from many participants in our trainings: 'Sometimes things...
Success and engagement in family businesses: decision-making
To stay aligned as shareholders of a family business, communication is essential. And to bundle experiences, insights and different opinions into a strong vi...
Success and engagement in family businesses
Good communication is essential for any business. In a family business, personal relationships come into play alongside business ones. The complexity of this...
The importance of communication: the ABC language
How often do you say something 'has to' happen? Do you use the word 'must' at all? How often do you give orders? When you ask something of others, is it a request or a demand?
The secret of Connecting Communication?
We often get asked about the secret of Connecting Communication. It's actually quite simple: by transforming judgments and deficits into needs and possible solutions...
The Missing Link. A Call for More Connection in Politics.
When I see how effective Nonviolent Communication is in organisations and how Connective Decision-Making is embraced as a wonder tool in our trainings, I wo...
Turn stress into an ally
Many people struggle with stress, and organisations feel the effects. 'Stress isn't always bad,' you sometimes hear. But what do you do when a team starts cracking...