In any workplace, there can occasionally be individuals whose behaviors and attitudes poison the atmosphere. It only takes one “bad apple” to spoil the bunch and negatively impact team morale, productivity, and overall company culture. These employees may display toxic traits such as constant negativity, gossiping, manipulation, or bullying, making it challenging for their colleagues and managers to maintain a positive environment.

Addressing toxicity within a team requires a delicate balance of assertiveness, empathy, and professionalism. In today’s blog, we'll explore four communication strategies to effectively deal with toxic employees while preserving harmony and productivity in the workplace.

Identify the Behavior:

The first step in addressing toxicity is to recognize and understand the specific behaviors causing issues. This may involve keeping track of incidents, privately gathering feedback from other team members, and observing patterns in the...

Breathing is important. We all know that. And did you know that breathing is especially important before public speaking? Taking deep breaths can help you calm your nerves, focus your thoughts, and deliver a kick-ass presentation.

Let’s face it–public speaking can be nerve-wracking. Even the most seasoned presenters get a case of the jitters from time to time. It has definitely happened to me when I have had high profile speaking engagements.

Instead of letting those nerves get the best of you, learning science-backed breathing techniques that you can use before your presentations will be a game changer.

You might be thinking, I know how to breathe, is there really more to it?

The short answer is yes. And there’s a series of breathing techniques I’ve collected over the years that have helped me tremendously in my public speaking journey and during my career as an entrepreneur.

Why Proper Breathing is So Important Before a Presentation

When you're...