S2E9: Clive Vanderwagen - ReadyPeople.co.za

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Are you looking for ways to improve your communication and relationships in the workplace? In this podcast, we interview Clive Vanderwagen, a transactional analysis (TA) coach and expert in emotional intelligence (EI). Clive shares his insights on how to create a positive work environment, build trust, and resolve conflict. He also discusses the importance of contracting with others and understanding their perspectives.
If you're looking to improve your workplace relationships, then this podcast is for you! Listen to learn how to:
Recognize that the person in front of you is a human with their own story.
Use contracting to clarify expectations and boundaries.
Be more empathetic and understanding of others.
Create a positive and productive work environment.
Listen now!

00:00:00 - Introduction
00:02:00 - Clive Vanderwagen's background in coaching and his focus on transactional analysis (TA) and emotional intelligence (EI)
00:05:00 - How Clive Vanderwagen got into coaching and why he finds it so rewarding
00:07:00 - The importance of recognizing that the person in front of you is a human
00:10:00 - The concept of contracting in TA and how it can be used to improve communication and relationships
00:14:00 - The importance of leaders setting the tone for how relationships are managed in an organization
00:17:00 - The example of a team that Clive Vanderwagen coached and how he helped them to improve their communication and relationships
00:20:00 - The importance of understanding that the person in front of you has their own story
00:22:00 - How to contract with others about how you will communicate and interact with each other
00:26:00 - Conclusion
17 Aug 2023 English South Africa Business · Marketing

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