Category Archives: Choice Points

Ten Things To Say Today

Posted on February 10, 2013 by Kathleen Kelley Reardon

This article from INC is worth a read:  Ten Things Extraordinary People Say Every Day.  I’d only suggest using “That was awesome” sparingly or it will cease to have meaning.  Instead, be more specific.  For example, “That was the best … Continue reading →

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When People Lie to You

Posted on December 8, 2012 by Kathleen Kelley Reardon

How often do you watch ads where people are lying to each other?  Imagine how often our children see this.  And what of those politicians who talk a good game about leadership and integrity while lying?  Is that all just … Continue reading →

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Revisiting Holiday Communication Advice

Posted on November 22, 2012 by Kathleen Kelley Reardon

I wrote this a few years back.  Thought it might be good advice to share again: So you’re heading out to see the relatives? Or, are they coming to you? Stress is inevitable, even the stress of managing your stress. … Continue reading →

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A Few Romney-Gingrich Debate Comebacks Lessons

Posted on December 11, 2011 by Kathleen Kelley Reardon

Last night former Speaker of the House, Newt Gingrich, attempted to undermine Governor Mitt Romney’s claim that as a businessman he’s better suited to be president in these harsh economic times.  Romney’s implication is that he is not a career … Continue reading →

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How To Respond When The Evidence Isn’t There

Posted on October 8, 2011 by Kathleen Kelley Reardon

You may have noticed that what passes for evidence on televised news is often weak.  “Some people think” has replaced references to experts, research findings, testimony, perspectives advanced in books or highly regarded journals and even common wisdom.  I marvel, … Continue reading →

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Pivotal Moments That Change our Lives

Posted on September 29, 2011 by Kathleen Kelley Reardon

Today I  shared with a writer one of the pivotal moments in my life.  We all have them – those times when someone, usually more senior, says something that causes us to reflect and to change.  For me it was … Continue reading →

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What are Comebacks? Why do You Need To Have a Repertoire?

Posted on January 14, 2011 by Kathleen Kelley Reardon

I’ve wondered at times lately whether the title of our new book throws people off. Comebacks are viewed by some as quips rather than what to say in difficult situations. The broader definition of comebacks includes long and short ways … Continue reading →

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Radio Interview – Bill Kearney, Concord NH WKXL

Posted on December 14, 2010 by Kathleen Kelley Reardon

This interview was a really good one because Bill had clearly read Comebacks at Work.  He asked great questions, so I thought I’d share the interview with you along with some additional ideas. Click here to listen to the interview. … Continue reading →

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Why Republicans Get To Cry — continued

Posted on December 12, 2010 by Kathleen Kelley Reardon

On “Huffington Post” today, I posted a blog:  Why Republicans Get To Cry. The main point in that blog is that what seems to not be strategic often is exactly that. Otherwise, you have to wonder why John Boehner is … Continue reading →

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Confrontation Gets a Bad Rap — Forbes.com Interview

Posted on December 2, 2010 by Kathleen Kelley Reardon

There are times you must assert yourself to boost your idea, reputation or self-esteem. If you understand confrontation you can manage it. Continue reading →

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