Nathan Magnuson

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Capture Any Audience Using the “Magic Formula”

Nathan Magnuson

But I resisted the urge to dive straight in. […]. I was standing in front of a roomful of corporate employees about to launch into my training session. I knew the course content had the potential to make a strong impact in their communication and relationships and I had some specific learning goals for the group.

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Beware the Curse of Knowledge

Nathan Magnuson

Once we gain a degree of knowledge in a certain area, it’s difficult to resist making assumptions that we now know best what to do. It seems that what you don’t know – as well as what you do know – can both hurt you. So how can knowledge actually be a curse? Consider a few of the ways. Jump to Conclusions.

eBook 164
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Get Your Idea Off the Ground

Nathan Magnuson

It’s more than just smooth talking, it’s the ability to charm the resisters and and infuse them with irresistible energy around the idea. Salesmen Every idea needs a persuader – someone who can sell the idea to the unconvinced. Not everyone wants to sell – or can.

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How to Perform a High Quality After Action Review

Nathan Magnuson

Resist the urge to give unnecessary feedback on the feedback. Ideally, you should consult a previous event’s AAR before you begin planning a new one. Say Thank You. It’s hard to get good feedback – especially if you’re combative. You don’t need to argue or explain.

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Give Them Something to Believe In

Nathan Magnuson

Obstacles, challenges and resistance aren’t unique to athletics. If you’ve watched any of Coach Bill Snyder’s teams play – or any sports teams for that matters – it probably didn’t take long before you saw an incredible game-winning comeback. They exist in every area of work and life.

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When to Coach… and When Not To

Nathan Magnuson

Resist solving the problem on your own. If you are privy to information that will effect the outcome of an action they take, always share it upfront. You SHOULD coach when… Brainstorming – If your employee needs an idea, take a minute to brainstorm together. Start with their ideas first before giving yours.

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Dealing in Hope

Nathan Magnuson

Resist the tendency to get lazy with your message. Humanize Your Message. Hope won’t spring eternal for a new sales goal. But it will for a solution to a human need. At the end of the day, every business is a people business. Find the person on the other end of your goal and make it a focal point for your message. Blow it Up.

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