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How to be present in meetings: conquering the knowing-doing gap

Posted on September 2, 2018by Kathryn Montbriand
how to be truly present in meetings

To anyone who finds themselves in endless meetings, not really paying attention – there is hope! But the solution is not as easy as you might think.   The knowing-doing gap strikes again The knowing-doing gap is hard to overcome. If it weren’t, we would all be hitting the gym regularly and socking away money […]

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There is more to story than meets the ear

Posted on June 24, 2018by Kathryn Montbriand
More to story than meets the ear

I set out to explore: what is so powerful about story and how does it bring people together. Along the way, I confirmed that story connects people and can be harnessed by anyone. I also uncovered the other truths about story.

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Do you give good mentor?

Posted on January 7, 2018January 7, 2018by Kathryn Montbriand
Give good mentor

Mentors (and sponsors, and coaches) are important for career advancement. The benefits multiply when each side knows what they bring to the table, and what they get out of the relationship. Both sides can get tremendous value, if done right!

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To blog or not to blog…

Posted on December 21, 2016January 24, 2017by Alissa Montbriand
Shredded blog words

…that is the question and the source of much internal debate.  As a digital marketer, I believe in rolling up my sleeves and practicing what I preach.  As an introvert, my natural comfort zone is to be an observer and not put too much out on the public record.  Clearly you see which side won.  […]

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