by Catherine Stothart | Nov 9, 2021 | Influence and impact
It’s interesting how often sport becomes a catalyst for a wider conversation in society about relationships and how we should treat each other. This year in the UK we have had controversy about whether footballers should take the knee to support the #BlackLivesMatter...
by Catherine Stothart | Aug 17, 2020 | Influence and impact
Sometimes we make things too complicated. I use a simple model for communication – a model of inputs, process and outcomes. This model helps my coaching clients think about: what results they want from a communication and how to plan their inputs and manage the...
by Catherine Stothart | May 26, 2020 | Influence and impact
I recently read Matthew Syed’s book Rebel Ideas. It’s about how diversity in how we think is essential to solve complex problems. If a problem is simple, we can select the best individual to deal with it. But if a problem is complex, we need a group of people who...
by Catherine Stothart | Jan 7, 2020 | Influence and impact, Personality styles
Seeing real people in action is a great way to appreciate how the impact and influence of each Interaction Style works. Our last three Prime Ministers and the leader of the Opposition, each display one of the four Styles in their public persona. Here is my...
by Catherine Stothart | Mar 7, 2019 | Influence and impact, Personality styles, Power and Charisma
Power, Gender and Personality This is an extract from Chapter 15 – Power and Charisma – of my book, How to Get On with Anyone. Power, or the lack of it, can also relate to class, race, and gender. These types of power are often exercised and experienced...
by Catherine Stothart | Aug 23, 2018 | Influence and impact, Managing Conflict
How to Disagree Last week I listened to a BBC Radio 4 series, How to disagree – a beginner’s guide to having better arguments. What a fascinating topic! The key point was that disagreement can be a good thing, but we need to do it better. If there is no...
