Category Archives: Confrontation

When Hateful Communication Prevails

Posted on January 8, 2011 by Kathleen Kelley Reardon

If we accept outrageous lies and hateful attacks as just the way things are, then that’s how they’ll continue to be.  Whether you’re a Democrat or Republican or somewhere in between, respect shown to hateful media personalities eliciting fear and … Continue reading →

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Who Tends To Be Happier? A Thought For The Year Ahead

Posted on December 19, 2010 by Kathleen Kelley Reardon

Perhaps you read the “Economist” article about people being happier as they get older. It’s worth a read.  Here are a couple of excerpts to give you the general idea: Ask a bunch of 30-year-olds and another of 70-year-olds (as … Continue reading →

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Radio Interview – Bill Kearney, Concord NH WKXL

Posted on December 14, 2010 by Kathleen Kelley Reardon

This interview was a really good one because Bill had clearly read Comebacks at Work.  He asked great questions, so I thought I’d share the interview with you along with some additional ideas. Click here to listen to the interview. … Continue reading →

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What The President Could Have Said About Tax Cuts

Posted on December 8, 2010 by Kathleen Kelley Reardon

President Barrack Obama started off on the wrong foot when announcing his plan to trade a year of unemployment benefits for two years of extended tax cuts. He knew it would be an unpopular compromise with many in his party, … Continue reading →

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Confrontation Gets a Bad Rap — Forbes.com Interview

Posted on December 2, 2010 by Kathleen Kelley Reardon

There are times you must assert yourself to boost your idea, reputation or self-esteem. If you understand confrontation you can manage it. Continue reading →

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Do You Have What It Takes To Confront?

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Kathleen Kelley Reardon

In most organizations, leadership potential is inextricably tied to mastering confrontation.  Take a look at this short video of Tim Andree, CEO of Dentsu America. Then ask yourself if you’ve learned enough about confrontation.  Do you resort to the same … Continue reading →

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