Compliment a comment

Hello readers,

"Always compliment a comment and don't comment on a comment". I heard this phrase nearly three years ago from a man of great wisdom and it has stuck with me ever since. Now, does that mean I follow the phrase each time I speak? No, I do not but, I do make effort. I interpreted this phrase to mean, whether someone says something that does not make sense to you, simply state a kind word after the statement has been made. For example, people say things to me all the time that I do not agree with or that do not make sense, if what they are stating is not demeaning/abusive to others, I simply say "okay, you have a point". This does not mean I am not speaking the truth, it means I do not have to comment negatively on everything someone says. Complimenting a comment can be used with friends, family, spouses (especially spouses), and in the workplace. Next time someone says something to you that you may or may not agree with and it is not offensive to others, say "I understand, I get it, or I see your point". Try it, it will show your maturity level.

Thanks for reading and let us know your thoughts...

MJW

Www.truthspeakscoaching.com

Why I attend conferences?

Hello Readers, 

This is an easy question for me to answer. The answer is simple: LEARNING. I am striving to be one of the best in my field of training & development and coaching, therefore learning is key to my success. Attending conferences are excellent ways to gain expertise from others in your field. The multiple workshops and seminars supply various useful tools needed for your career or business. I have heard people say “Marla they cost too much”. I say look at it as an investment in yourself or your business. People will invest $200 in a pair of shoes but not in a conference to gain knowledge. I personally have no issues with that, but I do not always agree when people tell me they cost too much. I also hear they are a waste of time. Sure they can be a waste of time if someone approaches them in that manner. Remember life is what you get out of it. When I attend conferences, I am fully loaded with my notebook and pen ready to glean all the information I can.  Now here is the flip side, some people are conference junkies. DO NOT DO this, especially if your company is paying for them. Only attend conferences that will aid in your professional, personal, and/or business growth, anything outside of those are a waste of your time.  

Your thoughts are welcome…

MJW

www.truthspeakscoaching.com