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Later in "News & Resources," a link to a free coaching call in June and a good book on being the boss.

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Next up in my video series---How Seven Leaders Stopped Making these Seven Brain-based Mistakes during Accountability Conversations--- Failing to modulate fight or flight. The video is under five minutes. It describes how my client, Dick, got tired of saying "yes" to everyone's requests for his time. When he understood that saying "yes" was part of his flight mechanism --- a way to avoid feeling the discomfort of saying "no" --- he was able to stand up for himself, feel the temporary anxiety, and deal with whatever the other person's reaction was.

The video will encourage you to notice your tendency to say "yes" even though you want to say, "no thanks," and motivate you to set new, healthy boundaries with others. I hope you find it helpful. Let me know if you have questions or comments about the video.

News and Resources:

• Join us for a free 20-minute teleclass on Modulating Your Fight or Flight Reaction. Register for the free call coming up on Wednesday, June 15th. I’ll share specific tools on how to:
  • Observe what you really want in a situation,
  • Regain a sense of calm when you are anxious or angry, and
  • Confidently state what you want without being swayed by someone else's reaction.
  
  
• It's Okay to Be the Boss: The Step-by-Step Guide to Becoming the Manager Your Employees Need I wish managing people was easy, but for most of us, it's not. It requires discipline, confidence, and very good communication skills. Bruce Tulgan describes the importance of being clear, definitive, and consistent in setting expectations and holding direct reports accountable. This practical book --- much like my book that will be published this fall --- shows you how to handle challenging situations and the benefits of being a firm, fair boss.

Best wishes,

Suzanne

Suzanne Kryder, Ph.D.
P.O. Box 11892
Washington, DC 20008 USA
202.525.9430

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