A lack of knowledge and appreciation of one’s value creates potential conflict. Learn how to stay in sync with other people and disciplines before you blindly demand or force an outcome that was never meant to be. #ThePitch #INICIVOX

Think your words of affirmation will keep others from working harder? A Portland State University study disproves this fear-based management style. Learn how to create a productive and positive feedback loop by simply saying thank you. #ThePitch #INICIVOX

I have a hard time saying, “no.” Learn the “no, not now” tactic to postpone a “yes.” #ThePitch #INICIVOX

Big idea going nowhere fast? Learn how to test a pitch on a much smaller scale and get it through the approval process. #ThePitch #INICIVOX

Staying silent can be as equally as dangerous as saying the wrong thing. Learn how to break the silence and still be true to yourself. #ThePitch #INICIVOX

Proceeding with an approach based on your personal assumptions or perceptions is a classic mistake. Learn how to apply the RACE formula to your next communications outreach. #ThePitch #INICIVOX

Is that winking emoji helpful or hurtful in business communications? Learn what your emoji speak may be saying between the lines. #ThePitch #INICIVOX

Black Lives Matter or All Lives Matter? Learn how to be direct and explicit when addressing an audience or individual. #ThePitch #INICIVOX

Stop wasting time. Learn to get the most difficult, time-consuming project underway so you can get on with the rest of your day. #ThePitch #INICIVOX

You know that employee who never asks any questions? Learn how to identify and act on relationship warning signs. #ThePitch #INICIVOX