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We connect with our loved ones every day. But how
present are we? How accepting? How helpful?
Supportive Listening is a simple, innovative way to
connect with and support with those we care about
most.
In this workshop, Eran and I introduce the basics of
Supportive Listening through solid instruction and
lots of practice.
The outcome is that as a listener, you have a clear
idea of what to do to be truly supportive for a
friend or family member in need.
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"In trying to explain my difficult problem to Paul,
his curiosity about the problem gets me to see it from a
completely different perspective. While thinking about
answers to his questions, I discover new insights about
the problem.”
Ram Hariharan
Database Engineering Lead
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To learn more, visit
http://supportivelistening.org which includes
our blog, Q&A forums, and more video.
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Getting support from a friend.
In this short talk I tell of my own experience of Stepping
into Emotional Pressure with a member of my team. He's a
valued part of the time, and yet is clearly unhappy and is
talking of leaving. What do I do? Placate? Argue? Or
something else?
Watch a sample of
Supportive Listening
 Connection
is the spice of life—yet it can get tricky.
Do people “lean” on you? Do you “carry” them? How can you
balance your needs with those of others?
Join me to explore Relational Balance through simple yet
engaging Argentine tango exercises.
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"Paul truly has a gift for
engaging the audience in a friendly and professional
manner. I always learn something valuable from his
talks."
Tilla Torrens
Marketing Manager
Apple
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In this highly interactive workshop, I'll draw the parallels
between partner movement in tango, and relating in life.
Everyone will try both leading and following, to gain a fuller
appreciation for the challenges and opportunities of connection.
No dance experience is needed--just be able to walk forwards and
backwards. You are invited to bring a friend, partner, family
member but it's not necessary--there will be frequent switching.
Here is a short talk I gave about this connection, called "Tango as collaborative leadership."
If interested in attending or hosting a workshop, please
contact
me.
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Navigating emotional connection can be tricky—you
need tools to help.
Join us to learn specific techniques for effectively
noticing and handling this pressure.
This approach is grounded in knowing oneself, determining
a balanced stance in the emotional system, and then
taking it on.
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“I like working with Paul because it’s twofold:
there’s the structure and there’s the organic. He
provides a framework for thinking about work and
workplace and career."
Roy Kim
Senior Vice President, Design
Extell Development
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We walk participants
through the process of identifying their emotional pressure,
and understanding how to work with it. The outcome
is a sense of clarity, alignment, and relief at having
a defined road forward.
Then you’ll put those new skills to practice on a
local ropes course—30 feet off the ground! An
exhilarating, practical, whole body experience.
To set up a talk or workshop at your company,
contact
us.
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Trouble with a talented employee.
In this short talk I tell of my own experience of Stepping into
Emotional Pressure with a member of my team. He's a valued part
of the team, and yet is clearly unhappy and is talking of leaving.
What do I do? Placate? Argue? Or something else?
Watch a sample of
Stepping into Emotional Pressure
Leaders intuitively know that they need to be connected with their
teams. Such teams work well together, share information effectively,
and get things done. But how does a leader establish such connection?
In this workshop, we give a clear framework for connected leadership,
and introduce practical tools for building it. Participants get hands
on practice in using these connection tools, plus ongoing support to
apply them.
We have several versions of this workshop to fit your needs. For
more information, contact
us.
- 1 hour lunchtime interactive talk.
- Half day introduction.
- Full day foundations.
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"Paul gave me clear guidance on what I need to focus
on to be a successful leader. Using real-life leadership
examples, he helped me understand what is theory and
what is reality."
Ravi Kuchibhotla
Senior IT Analyst
Biopharma, Inc.
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My coaching is focused in the area of leadership. I help
my clients see the whole situation, and where they fit
into it. With that, they come up with relevant solutions
to their own challenges. I am the catalyst to help your
thinking.
If you're looking for leadership coaching, your
contact me to arrange a no charge discussion to explore how
my services could be of value to you.
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Here are samples of challenges that I work with my clients on.
- Setting and communicating expectations with team members.
- Effectively managing up.
- Strategic positioning within the company.
- Taking on important conversations.