The greatest problem within communication is the illusion that it has taken place ~ George Bernard Shaw
It’s not enough just to work hard. It’s not enough to do a great job.
Audiences respond to how a communicator makes them feel rather than to what a communicator has to say. Our actions, tone and style communicate far more than our words. Experts estimate that 90% of the impression we convey has nothing to do with what we actually say.
Life’s
connecting always requires
issues can be maddeningly complex, and a leader’s job is to bring simplicity and clarity to them. Anyone can identify a problem and point out why it’s a dilemma. However, only good leaders are able to cut through the haze of complexity to arrive at a concrete solution.
How you communicate often carries more weight than what you say. Craft your communications appealingly so that you do not bore audience. Having the right message does not matter if your delivery of it puts people to sleep.
The energy that people put into their work depends upon the inspirational qualities of their leader. Inspiring leaders demonstrate belief in the mission, make evident their value for the team, and communicate high expectations. Leaders who combine these qualities motivate people to contribute their utmost to the organization’s goals.
Connecting with others only happens intentionally. As a communicator, you receive a response to the extent that you invest and prepare. You can’t just step up to the microphone and expect to wow the crowd. First, you must step toward the audience relationally and emotionally by personalizing the message to suit their content.
All positive relationships are build on common interests and values. They are founded upon agreement, not disagreement. Event so, leaders neglect searching for common ground. They make assumptions about what others want, get wrapped up in their own agenda and try to control situations rather than collaborating with their team.
Good communicators have enough humility to recognize that they are not the expert authorities on all matters. They endeavor not to impress people with knowledge, but to connect with others authentically in order to gain the opportunity to influence them. As such, they patiently seek to understand their audience before speaking.
In the short run, people judge a leader on his or her communication skills. In the long run, people follow what they see instead of what they are told. They can spot a fraud, and they will not go along with a leader unless they can trust the leader’s convictions and character.
People aren't born with the ability to connect, nor does it develop by accident. Connection happens when people hone their skills and mine their experiences. Great communicators make the most of their background, personality, natural abilities, and knowledge in order to engage an audience—whether in conversation with one person or when speaking to a gathering of thousands.
If you can connect with others—one-on-one, in groups, and with an audience—your sense of community improves, your ability to create teamwork increases, and your influence skyrockets. People who connect with others have better relationships, experience less conflict, and get more things done than those who cannot connect. Leaders who have learned the art of connection are able to communicate their ideas persuasively, establishing buy-in and attracting followers.
The digital class is limited to 15 people and starts on June 20th, 2017 at 6:30PM PST
Learn and apply connecting principles during our weekly video conference calls! You will see results in your personal and professional life. You will also have access to an Executive Coach during every session to help you maximize your investment!
Every week, we will have a pre-recoded teaching from John Maxwell who will teach the principles in a fun and engaging manner.
Meet with other leaders from different industries who want to improve their ability to connect with customers, employees and even personal relationships!
What You Get:
10 group coaching sessions. ***
Access to special teachings from Dr. John C. Maxwell's book Everyone Communicates, Few Connect.
A workbook to track discussions and teachings.
*** Sessions will start on June 20th, 2017 at 6:30PM PST and will occur every week for 10 weeks.
"I have participated in two Group Coaching series that Nathan Cook has conducted. He has also assisted me for a few sessions as a personal coach. Nathan has an amazing grasp of leadership skills and concepts that he has shared from John Maxwell's books on The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, and The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth. He is very engaging, trustworthy, and knows how to challenge people to move beyond their limitations and use their strengths to become great leaders! I greatly appreciate Nathan's work ethic and the valuable lessons I have learned from him about Life and Leadership!"
"Nathan helped me immensely in just a few sessions. He drew out my voice, my confidence and my vulnerability in a skillful and compassionate manner. He introduced me to John Maxwell's definition of leadership, which is to influence by intentionally adding value to peoples' lives. Nathan exemplifies that and is a tribute to the John Maxwell leadership training organization... From his martial arts experience Nathan also prods and encourages action. It's not all about feelings and ideas. This makes him a perfect coach for those who want to grow personally as they grow their business. "
"Nathan Cook is an extraordinary facilitator and speaker. I was part of a group in which he facilitated. He is very skilled at pulling dialogue out of reluctant-to-share participants. He led the group well, and like the true professional he is, he guided us towards our own discoveries. As a presenter, Nathan holds the audience in the palm of his hand. His enthusiasm is contagious and engaging. He is an excellent showman, leaving the audience ready to answer his calls to action."
The first video call begins on June 20th, 2017 at 6:30PM PST
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