5 Ways to Connect with People More Effectively

5 Ways to Connect with People More Effectively

Whether I’m conducting an industry expert interview, leading a focus group, or out in the world meeting people at a conference, what I want to do – personally and professionally – is connect with people. It’s my goal to have at least one conversation with everyone on...
Are You Distancing People with Your Assumptions?

Are You Distancing People with Your Assumptions?

Recent social changes are forcing us to continue to rethink our assumptions and re-frame how we ask questions and communicate. This is true in all walks of life and in all kinds of businesses, including market research. Of all the assumptions that we tend to make as a...
Are You Listening to Your Internal Voices?

Are You Listening to Your Internal Voices?

We all have internal voices in our heads, telling us what to do, when to take action or wait, warning us when we aren’t listening to our instincts and intuition. In this case, the internal voices I’m referring to are the knowledgeable, experienced, and intuitive...
Nurturing Our Networks

Nurturing Our Networks

Spring is a time of rebirth, and it’s a great time to take stock and renew ourselves, too. I recently reaffirmed my commitment to speak to everyone – in my network and strangers alike – as if every conversation is our last. I was inspired to renew this commitment...
5 Tips for Fall Networking

5 Tips for Fall Networking

Summer has too quickly come to an end. Many of us are getting back to our routines, and gearing up to attend more networking events, whether we’re service or corporate professionals, entrepreneurs, or students. Here are some tips to help you get the most out of your...