Just Saying - The BRIEF Lab

Call back episode #52 recorded Aug 13, 2018 Learn to get others around you to dial in quickly with a few basics of focus management (FM), an important skill set in our daily lives. The post Call Back Episode – Tune into FM 101 appeared first on Just Saying .

Microsoft executive Jim Lee shares his perspectives on managing the noise by being more disciplined, intentional and positive. The post Episode 122 – Be my guest: Microsoft’s Jim Lee with Charley Thornton appeared first on Just Saying .

We all need a rest from pervasive technology to recharge our minds and reset our focus. The post Episode 121 – You need a nap, not another app appeared first on Just Saying .

Sharing stories is a powerful way to connect generations and ensure important lessons learned are told and retold. The post Episode 120 – Putting up with old people’s stories (ok, boomer!) appeared first on Just Saying .

It’s part of our lives to critique and criticize, and also to compliment and acknowledge. Learn how these are two sides of the same coin. The post Episode 119 – Managing tough (and great) conversations appeared first on Just Saying .

Call back episode #31 recorded May 13, 2018 With way too much competing for our attention, we need to start focusing on our focus. It’s time to invest in awareness management. The post Call Back Episode – Focus, people! appeared first on Just Saying .

Call back episode #71 recorded January 07, 2019 Gratitude is the engine that drives people forward when everyone else gets stuck spinning their wheels. The post Call Back Episode – It’s a good time to say thanks appeared first on Just Saying .

Call back episode #68 recorded Dec 10, 2018 After-action reviews (AARs) are feedback sessions meant for groups to make important adjustments and improvements after meetings, training or missions. They are often a waste of time and need to be fixed. Links: Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/After-action_review The post Call Back Episode – Why do AAR’s frequently fail? appeared first on Just S...

In a 24-hour news cycle, endless opinions parade as facts and useless chatter masquerades as meaningful updates. How can we find some filters to lower some of that noise? The post Episode 115 – Noise filters: media consumption appeared first on Just Saying .

Filling the void just adds to the volume. Resist the urge, once and for all. The post Episode 114 – Talk-to-talk temptation appeared first on Just Saying .

Introducing a new periodic podcast installment: building your reading list. These suggestions focus on a deadly hurricane and the battery of options. Links: “Isaac’s Storm”: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=issacs+storm+erik+larson&crid=3R0GUB58YSWKZ&sprefix=issac%2Caps%2C154&ref=nb_sb_ss_i_1_5   “The Paradox of Choice”: https://www.amazon.com/Paradox-Choice-More-Less-Revised/dp/0062449...

A law of physics provides us with an insightful way to know how and why tone matters. The post Episode 112 – Does that resonate with you? appeared first on Just Saying .

Lean communicators know how and where to cut the fat. This short podcast provides the tools to remove what’s irrelevant. The post Episode 111 – The basics of trimming appeared first on Just Saying .

Moving from one profession to a completely different one can be daunting. Learn how telling others about yourself (not selling them) makes it smoother.   Links: Episode 1 – Job interviews: no time for an interrogation The post Episode 110 – Interviews to transition to your next reality appeared first on Just Saying .

Is a divided mind a distinct advantage or a recipe for disaster? Our personal and professional experiences may confirm a certain bias. Links: https://www.apa.org/research/action/multitask https://appliedpsychologydegree.usc.edu/blog/to-multitask-or-not-to-multitask/ The post Episode 109 – Is multitasking a mistake or management skill? appeared first on Just Saying .

Leading a group of military chaplains through a listening exercise felt like I was preaching to the choir, yet it was music to their ears. The post Episode 108 – Present listening and preaching to the choir appeared first on Just Saying .

There’s a strong bond between what’s funny and what’s clear. Take a closer look at two distinct crafts that share a lot in common. Links: Bill Burr – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWuFQGrWda8 Jim Gaffigan – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AoTS0hvWDW8 Abbott and Costello – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kTcRRaXV-fg The post Episode 107 – The connection between comedy and clarit...

Most leaders communicate confidently yet aren’t clear or concise. How can you step up and help them when they don’t think they need it? The post Episode 106 – Providing senior leaders communication counsel appeared first on Just Saying .

If you had some quiet time, what would be the sounds you’d hear other than silence? Strong listeners know how to savor the sweet sounds others seem to miss. Links: https://thebrieflab.com/noise/ Dumb and Dumber Mockingbird scene   The post Episode 105 – Quiet Time: the sweetest sounds appeared first on Just Saying .

The simple practices of repeating a thought silently to yourself or out loud to others can help you avoid both mental and message fatigue. Links: https://thebrieflab.com/noise/   The post Episode 104 – The rhythm of repetition appeared first on Just Saying .

Those periodic updates can be a burden no matter what side of the desk you’re on. The post Episode 103 – Why 1-on-1’s are mutually painful appeared first on Just Saying .

A harmless question (“so, what do you do?”) can turn into one of the toughest ones to answer. Learn the steps to turn a tense moment into a simple explanation. Links: https://thebrieflab.com/noise/ The post Episode 102 – Building a better elevator speech appeared first on Just Saying .

Get a brief overview of the new book “Noise: Living and leading when nobody can focus,” including how it’s organized, who it’s for and how it helps. https://thebrieflab.com/noise/ The post Sounding off on “NOISE” appeared first on Just Saying .

Our 100 th episode breaks with tradition, handles a few common queries and reveals some important news. https://thebrieflab.com/noise/ The post Episode 100 – Questions & Answers (Q&A) appeared first on Just Saying .

The best presentations probably should not start with a joke, but are always great conversations. Consider a few practices to get you relaxed and ready. The post Episode 99 – Practical presentation principles appeared first on Just Saying .