by Maya Hu-Chan | Apr 5, 2023 | Articles, Strategic Communication
I’ve observed 4 patterns that consistently undermine effective communication. Here’s how to fix them. In a recent column, I explored the skills that can help leaders become clear, focused communicators. But all the work leaders put into becoming clear...
by Maya Hu-Chan | Mar 27, 2023 | Articles, Strategic Communication
5 Ways to sidestep the perils of presenting to a global audience A well-known American speaker once spoke at a conference in Japan and he opened with a joke. There was an interpreter in the room translating his words into Japanese simultaneously and she quickly...
by Maya Hu-Chan | Mar 8, 2023 | Articles
Even the most accomplished leaders can struggle with clear communication. These strategies can help. I recently asked several of my coaching clients to complete a self-assessment of their executive presence, based on the three-by-three model of executive presence...
by Maya Hu-Chan | Mar 5, 2023 | Articles, Leadership
The PC executive liked to say no – and never explain himself. He eventually saw the light with the help of an executive coach and some martial arts philosophy. As an executive coach who works with leaders all over the world, I believe it is important to be aware...
by Maya Hu-Chan | Feb 28, 2023 | Articles, Cross-Cultural Management
Here’s the bad news: it’s no longer enough to simply be great at your job. Here’s the good news: there’s a whole world waiting out there to help you shine. English poet John Donne coined the phrase ‘No man is an island’ – and, over the centuries, it has become a...
by Maya Hu-Chan | Feb 23, 2023 | Articles, Strategic Communication
How to harness technology to build global team spirit. How often have you leaned across your desk or paused in an office doorway to ask a colleague a question? Or raised your eyebrows at a team member, during a meeting with a tricky client, in silent, supportive...
