Communication

• Probleemoplossend denken

  Optimising meetings and shortening decision-making cycles

  In this blog, we explore an effective approach to conducting meetings with potential new clients. By establishing clear rules and expectations...

  In this blog, we explore an effective approach to conducting meetings with potential new clients. By establishing clear rules and expectations, listening actively and engaging in a joint dialogue, you can create a productive environment that fosters mutual understanding and paves the way for successful outcomes.

  1. Rules and expectations

  Start the meeting by outlining the rules and expectations. This creates a framework for the discussion and ensures that both parties are on the same page regarding the objectives of the meeting. Invite the client to share what would make the meeting a success for them. This not only shows that you value their input, but also helps to tailor the conversation to their needs.

  Probleemoplossend denkenCommunicatie
  Oct 21, 2024 · 2 min read
• Communicatie

  Do you sometimes listen like Google?

  You are halfway through typing a search query in Google, and bam! It seems as if Google is reading your mind and making suggestions even before you have...

  You are halfway through typing a search query in Google, and bam! It seems as if Google is reading your mind and making suggestions even before you have finished your sentence. Handy, isn't it? But let us be honest, in real life this type of 'telepathy' can seriously mess up communication. In a world where we are used to quick answers and immediate results, the art of active listening has become a rare but indispensable skill, especially in the business environment.

  Put yourself in a conscious listening mode

  Active listening is not a passive activity; it requires conscious effort and attention. In the business world, where miscommunication can lead to significant losses, it is essential to be fully present and tuned in to the speaker. This means switching off your inner 'Google autocomplete', which tends to hijack the conversation with premature conclusions. Put your prejudices, assumptions and personal agenda aside. Be present in the moment and focus on what is being said, not on what you think will be said.

  Communicatie21st Century Skills
  Nov 30, 2023 · 3 min read
• Storytelling

  You've got the Stopping Power!

  Imagine: a quiet street, where the rhythm of the day is determined by passers-by, the rustling of leaves and the occasional ring of...

  Imagine: a quiet street, where the rhythm of the day is determined by passers-by, the rustling of leaves and the occasional ring of a bicycle bell. My desk by the large window on our street is my favourite place in the house, where the inside and outside worlds meet. I always sit here; musing about the outside world that feeds my inner world with mental oxygen and inspiration.

  The power of an eye-catcher

  This weekend, the windowsill and desk brought a new scene. Between the usual ballpoint pens and notepads, Christmas parcels and twinkling lights suddenly nestled. A subtle but thoughtful change with an unexpected effect: people who would normally walk past undisturbed now stand still. Their eyes caught by the glow, their curiosity piqued by the unexpected. And there, between the parcels and the festive greenery, they discover something more, the logo of The House of Coaching.

  StorytellingCommunicatieVisueel werken
  Nov 6, 2023 · 5 min read
• Netwerken

  Forget your pitch; this is how you become a real networker!

  The trap of the endless pitchWe have all been there. You walk into a networking event and in no time you are bombarded with pitches. But how many...

  The trap of the endless pitch

  We have all been there. You walk into a networking event and in no time you are bombarded with pitches. But how many of those conversations do you actually remember? Exactly, not many. If you want to excel at networking, it is time to shift the focus from 'self-promotion' to 'human interest'.

  Why do people not remember your pitch?

  It is a classic pitfall: promoting yourself and executing your pitch to perfection. But let us be honest, people do business with people they trust, not those with a well-rehearsed monologue.

  NetwerkenNLPCommunicatie
  Oct 28, 2023 · 3 min read
• Communicatie

  10 acronyms that help you facilitate better

  Are you a facilitator or do you want to become better at facilitating gatherings, meetings or workshops? Then I have 8 handy acronyms for you...

  Are you a facilitator or do you want to become better at facilitating gatherings, meetings or workshops? Then I have 8 handy acronyms for you that can help you structure and facilitate various processes and activities.

  LSD: Listen, Summarise and Ask further questions. LSD is an acronym used to help participants communicate effectively and understand better. It means that as a facilitator you must actively listen to the speaker, summarise their words and then ask targeted questions to increase understanding and clear up any ambiguities.

  CommunicatieStrategisch denkenProbleemoplossend denken
  Mar 22, 2023 · 2 min read
• Kritisch denken

  How do you overcome logical fallacies and develop your critical mind?

  Logical fallacies are errors in reasoning that can hinder critical thinking. Some common examples are:

  Logical fallacies are errors in reasoning that can hinder critical thinking. Some common examples are:

  Ad Hominem: Attacking the person instead of their argument.

  Straw man: Misrepresenting an opponent's argument to make it easier to attack.

  False dilemma: Presenting only two options when there are more possibilities.

  Begging the Question: Assuming what you are trying to prove.

  Non Sequitur: Drawing a conclusion that does not logically follow from the evidence.

  Hasty generalisation: Drawing a conclusion without sufficient evidence.

  Kritisch denkenProbleemoplossend denkenCreatief denken
  Jan 24, 2023 · 3 min read

• Interpersonal skills
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