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Helpful Tips on How to Present Data to the Board of Directors
Connecting the material to executives doesn’t mean dumbing down the work.

JD Solomon
Apr 72 min read


Five Best Practices for Effectively Communicating Risk Management
However, without clear and effective communication, even the most well-structured risk management plans fail in execution.

JD Solomon
Mar 294 min read


Communicating Big Decisions: Do Whatever It Takes to Reach the Boss’s Inner Circle
Every major decision relies on an inner circle of trusted advisors.

JD Solomon
Mar 242 min read


The Power of Using a Well-Timed Pause in Big Presentations
A well-timed pause isn’t a break in your speech—it’s part of your message.

JD Solomon
Feb 242 min read


Are You Focused on the Three Act Structure in Your Big Presentations?
Focus first on the opening. Focus next on the closing. The blind spot is that they spend too much time on time on the main body.

JD Solomon
Feb 172 min read


Why You Should Talk to Every Board Member the Same Way—And How to Do It
When you communicate evenly, you foster collaboration and show respect for the collective wisdom in the room.

JD Solomon
Feb 102 min read


Why Ask Simple Questions to Gain Better Insights
Simple questions feel less intimidating, making people more likely to respond truthfully.

JD Solomon
Feb 32 min read


Swap "You" for "We" to Build Trust with Decision Makers
It’s a subtle shift that makes a world of difference.

JD Solomon
Jan 272 min read


How the FINESSE Fishbone Diagram Helps Technical Professionals and Project Managers
Career growth depends on using proven communication approaches in addition to hard skills.

JD Solomon
Jan 202 min read


Ask a Question – Avoid Making a Statement
The next time you feel inclined to make a statement, try turning it into a question instead.

JD Solomon
Jan 61 min read


Discover the Power of Canva for Stunning Visual Designs
Professional design tools like Canva are essential for effective communication.

JD Solomon
Dec 30, 20242 min read


The Top Fin of the FINESSE Fishbone Diagram
Big decisions take months or years to make, involve an inner circle of advisors, require some math, and evolve through uncertainty.

JD Solomon
Dec 18, 20243 min read


Providing Constructive Feedback to Senior Management
FINESSE is a model that helps you get the boss, and boss's boss, to understand.

JD Solomon
Dec 16, 20242 min read


Fundraising Essentials Provide Powerful Lessons for Effective Communication
Anteneh Zewde is a Global Reliability & Maintenance Consultant/Leader at DuPont.

Anteneh Zewde
Nov 15, 20244 min read


Why Using Props Helps You Facilitate with FINESSE
Props make what you say memorable. They make you memorable, too.

JD Solomon
Oct 28, 20242 min read


Bridging the Divide: Gen Z vs. Millennials in the Modern Workplace
This divergence in values can lead to differing expectations and communication styles in the workplace.

Kamber Parker
Oct 11, 20244 min read


Three Reasons a Trusted Advisor Should Not Care about the Decision
Where most advisors lose the "trust" in "trusted advisor" is when they mix the roles of “advisor” with “decision maker.”

JD Solomon
Sep 27, 20245 min read


Communicating IN Project Management: Your Secret to Project Success
Your ability to communicate can steer your project toward success or drive it into chaos

Marisa Silva
Sep 19, 20244 min read


Use “DraftFinal” Until the Accessibility Checks Are Done
Using a “DraftFinal” file extension is one way to make sure the accessibility checks are done.

JD Solomon
Sep 16, 20242 min read


FINESSE Insights: How to Make Your Next Conference More Meaningful
Do not walk around with your head looking down at your phone or up at any sites. Be aware of bad actors ...

LaRhonda Julien
Sep 5, 20244 min read
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