conversations Archives - Keeping Chaos at Bay Tips

Communicating Assertively by Meggin McIntosh, PhD

by Meggin McIntosh, Ph.D. | Sep 16, 2013 | General

The difference between aggressive, passive, and assertive communication has to do with intent. Aggressive communicators intend to conquer and to get their way. Passive communicators intend to avoid conflict no matter what. Assertive communicators intend to convey...

Getting Off the Phone by Meggin McIntosh, PhD

by Meggin McIntosh, Ph.D. | Sep 8, 2013 | General

The phone is a wonderful invention, and it’s supposed to be a tool. Too much time spent on the phone can easily divert you from tasks at hand. This is true at work and at home. To help keep chaos at bay, implement one or more of the following: Keep a phone log...