“Can you belieeeeeve her?! That dress? With those hips?!”“Did I tell you what my idiot husband did this weekend? Ugh. He makes me crazy.”“I can’t have dessert. Have you seen these thighs lately?” Awful! Horrible! I’m sorry I even wrote up those examples and subjected...
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How to Welcome New People
Picture this... You're the new guy. It's your first day. Your heart skips a beat as you enter the front door knowing that everything is new. New people. New desk. New job. Sigh. Now go ahead and switch roles. You are sitting at your desk, clasping your favorite mug,...
Gossip – Why It’s Toxic for your Career
“Can you believe Sharon omg…” “I heard he cheated on her and now they’re getting a divorce…” “You’ll never believe what Bob told me the other day…” When we are gossiping, it’s just not “nice” - it’s not positive, inspiring, or good. It might be a little...
The Magic Pause: How to Not Regret What You Said
How many times have you regretted something you said? In the heat of the moment it simply feels right to snap back, lash out, or yell loudly, but what happens as a result? Do you really get what you want? Does the person on the receiving end hear you, agree with you...
Break Your Habit of Vocal Fillers
Um, I, uh, hope you are, like, having an, um, great week. It's like, uh, December! Crazy, right? Yep. Fillers. Those sneaky little ums, uhs, and likes that wiggle their way into our dialogue. But they need to go away. Why? Because people don't have the mental patience...
The Art of Casual Conversation
News flash. You are really "public speaking" all the time. When you meet someone new, your ability to chat like a pro is a gateway to a fantastic future relationship. Never underestimate the power of casual conversation! In today's post I deliver three essential keys...
Understanding Arrogance
While we shake our heads in disbelief that the U.S. government cannot manage to speak to each other effectively, I'm devoting this week's blog post to arrogance. I have a theory about this particular state of being and perhaps if we can re-frame the way we habitually...
Learn to Listen
It's Fall! There is something about this time of year that feels oddly super-charged. Everyone is jumping back into work and enjoying seasonal festivities on the weekends. Between pumpkin carving and spiced cider, falling leaves and football, I bet your days are...
How to Talk to Someone You Don’t Like
If you have a business or want to expand your career, you know that talking to people is a vital skill. Even when someone I *can’t stand* wants to chat? YES, in fact - you need to be able to navigate communication with people you find difficult. And doing that well...
How to Start a Conversation
Picture this... You arrive at an event and your eyes scan a room full of strangers. A mild panic sets in as you wander over to the appetizer table, hoping to find a friendly face. Instead you find yourself face to face with an equally uncertain attendee. Both of you...
Meet Alexa Fischer
Wishbeads founder Alexa Fischer is an actress, teacher, author, and speaker whose work helps people go after their dreams, build their confidence, and break free from fear. It’s time to ignite your light.