MarleneChism

Five Ways to Reduce Relationship Conflict

I attended a talk about civility this week and was inspired to write about how to eliminate or reduce relationship conflict. The presentation was delivered by Dr. Forni, a professor from John Hopkins University who has dedicated his life to the civility ... Read >

Leadership in the Workplace: Creating a New Vision for Others

Strong leadership in the workplace often means helping your employees create a vision for themselves, which in turn will increase cooperation and teamwork. Each year I set goals and intentions. This year one of my intentions was "Give me the eyes to see."... Read >

Three Ways to Gain Employee Cooperation and Increase Teamwork

If you are a leader in any sense of the word, you must never forget the influence you have on others. As a boss, supervisor, or leader, your attitude affects your employees. Your employees' attitudes affect your customers, and your customers are the life... Read >

How to Leave the Rescue Role Behind

When I was a kid, I went to the public pool almost every day. One particular day, my friend Sheri Lou Green went with me. At ten years-old Sheri Lou was an awkward swimmer, slapping the water and fighting for every stroke. The lifeguard noticed Sheri ... Read >

Stop Workplace Drama is Not about Office Cat Fights

I recently got a message from an associate of mine on Linked In. The message excited me because it gave me a chance to talk about drama…what it is and why my book Stop Workplace Drama is even for men, for owners, and even for those who are lucky enough t... Read >

How Stop Your Drama Month Can Benefit Your Business

Every year in March we celebrate Stop Your Drama Month. Why March, you ask? Well...most of us are recovering from a very gray winter, with some moments of SAD or depression. We made New Year's Resolutions but we didn't keep them and we are rounding the be... Read >

Eight Tips for Clear Business Communication

Communication problems can create a lot of unnecessary drama. How often have you been disappointed because your assistant didn't meet a deadline? Or what about the times you signed off on something and you got yourself entwined in more than you could have... Read >

Drama Hampers Productivity and Damages Relationships

Drama seems to be everywhere. No matter how many technological advances are created to save time or make life convenient, no one seems to have enough time and everyone is stressed to the limit. Drama prevents you from being all that you can be, hampers p... Read >

Why March is Stop Your Drama Month

Every year about mid February I notice indicators of drama starting to emerge. The extra pounds from over indulging during the holidays have your pants fitting a bit too tight. You only worked out two days since your New Year’s resolution to get fit once... Read >

What to Do When You Are Out of the Flow

I often talk about "reading the signs" and what I mean by that is not "woo woo" but about increased levels of awareness. With increased levels of awareness or (consciousness) you can make simple shifts to bring you more into that good feeling flow and tha... Read >

Master Key Mind Basics to Eliminate Suffering

Many people are suffering right now due to the market volatility, unemployment and apparent lack of stability. This suffering manifests in mind patters of worry and anxiety that builds deep grooves in the brain until a new pathway is built into the brain ... Read >

The 8 Steps of Empowerment: Leadership Principles for Navigating Change

Change, whether it is wanted or unwanted brings out our best and worst. The Stop Your Drama Methodology incorporates 8 principles and multiple tools for navigating change or reinventing any part of your life or business. 1. Clear the Fog Where drama ... Read >

Stop Your Drama - Eleven Questions to Ask In 2011

Stop Your Drama - Eleven Questions to Ask In 2011 It has been said, if you want a better result, ask a better question. What questions are you asking yourself in this New Year? If your questions are not getting you the results you desire, here are eleven... Read >

Eleven Ways to Stop Your Drama in 2011

1. Stop comparing yourself to others. You are unique and so is the next person. As my algebra teacher used to say, you can’t compare an apple with a Billy-goat. Instead appreciate your blessings and compliment others on their skills, abilities and att... Read >