Dr. Gary Carlson

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Michael, Positive motivation and focus has been good practices to keep the stress from taking over. We have stress that motivates us and if it doesn't become excessive we are rewarded by the accomplishments. Dr. Gary Carlson

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Change Agent or Change Blocker?

David, Your method of hearing people is a good way to defuse any nay sayers to a change in your plans. By hearing them and then using coaching techniques to move forward. Dr. Gary Carlson

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Handling Workplace Stress

Jeff, it is interesting you refer to centering yourself. Dealing with stress is the ability to balnace yourself with good health habits, exercise, mental acitivity and spiritual rejuvenation. Your ability to breathe and step back is a great reaction to stress. Dr. Gary Carlson

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Handling Workplace Stress

Sandra, A sense of humor is important for our health. Laughing is a healthy medicine for all of us. When we can lead a balanced life with mental activity, exercise, healthy eating and spiritual rejuvenation we can approach each day stronger. I am a bicycler and know what you are talking about when riding. Dr. Gary Carlson

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Preparing for a Meeting

Brian, Along with an agenda it is important to communicate the expectations of the meeting. Especially the outcomes necessary to complete the meeting. Leadership should keep on track with only the items on the agenda and move forward. Any other items that may come up can be a sidebar meeting after the meeting with the agenda. Dr. Gary Carlson

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Identifying Difficult Interactions

Shelly, Body language is a definite form of communication. Dr. Gary Carlson

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Dealing with Difficult Interactions

Shelly, Stepping back is a good thing to do. When we can keep our emotions in track we can think clearly. Dr. Gary Carlson

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Handling Workplace Stress

Sophia, If you can stepping back from a moment to clear your thoughts and set aside any emotion is a great technique. Many people so this in many different ways. Going for a walk, exercise, reading, meditation, rest and others are all great ideas to focus. Dr. Gary Carlson

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Is the Meeting Progressing?

Theresa, Meetings can be key to the progress or a deterrent to ownership to any task When expectations of a meeting are well spelled out and are followed the participants know what to expect. I have had the opportunity to lead many meetings in by life time with boards, school, non-profits etc. You are exactly correct when you set expectations (agenda) and stick to them. Dr. Gary Carlson

Dr. Gary Carlson

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Handling Workplace Stress

June, Your techniques are excellent. It is a good habit to find yourself in when you can work through decisions without emotion and rely on trusted co-workers. Meditation is an age old technique that has been used for centuries. I am sure you have experienced great resolve in using these approaches. Dr. Gary Carlson