2024-04-01 20:30
I have a closet in my home office space that is a disaster. It is bulging at its seams with old coats, tax returns of the past decade, boots, and boxes of memorabilia and photographs… Read More
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At Varga & Associates we believe the better you communicate, the better your results. Whether you are a CEO communicating a vision, a sales professional presenting a new product, a business launching a brand or an executive facing the media – you ar
2024-03-19 19:13
Have you ever been lucky enough to have a travel experience that was transformative? I spent this past week in Guatemala on an immersive travel experience with fellow members of the Rise Up… Read More
2023-12-01 19:28
Here’s my dream. To be able to have a healthy debate – whether it is around political or social issues or what to cook for the next holiday meal – where both sides fe… Read More
2023-10-13 17:44
I am like everyone else and can get stuck in habitual behaviors and routines AND when something different happens (a conversation you didn’t expect, a surprise detour, an impromptu con… Read More
2023-09-20 17:27
My mother raised me to be a curious, inquisitive person. I am much more comfortable finding out about another person than talking about myself – having said that, I’ve gotten ru… Read More
2023-08-06 18:07
As I sat in a darkened movie theatre this week with salty tub of popcorn watching Barbie – I quickly realized that the film followed the tried-and-true narrative arc of the hero’… Read More
2023-05-23 19:39
I met Martin in the test kitchen at #fgf and the first thing he said to me with a laugh was: “I think I am now officially the oldest person at the company (says the man who doesn&rsquo&hell…Read More
2023-04-06 16:12
In the new documentary series “Pretty Baby” actress and model Brooke Shields described her quest to discover her own voice after years of conforming to what others asked her to d… Read More
2023-03-31 17:26
If you are a fan of The Moth Radio Hour (https://themoth.org/radio-hour) as I am, you know the pleasure of kicking back and hearing all sorts of folks share personal experiences – joys… Read More
2023-03-06 21:37
There is always the intense excitement when you see runners in the starting blocks waiting for the gun to go off to signal the race is on. There is also the heartbreak of a runner who… Read More
2022-12-19 20:03
When you hear a speaker share a brief snippet from their life, you instantly feel more engaged and connected to them. “That’s just like me!” “I have kids… Read More
2022-07-07 19:31
Telling your organization’s story has always been important. A year ago we set the mission to tell the incredible journey of Spectrum Health’s quest to change the way people thin… Read More
2022-06-20 21:07
Small talk is challenging for most of us – and yet, we are faced with times at work and in social situations that require us to participate. Personally, I’d much prefer to jump i… Read More
2022-05-05 15:56
In the final episode of Pamela Adlon’s Better Things – the most authentic and life-affirming exploration of mother/daughter relationships I’ve seen – there is a simpl… Read More
2022-04-13 20:13
I like to think of myself as an empathetic person and someone who has a fair amount of emotional intelligence. However, those innate attributes are constantly challenged in the polariz… Read More
2022-02-18 18:52
What do Beyonce, Freddie Mercury and Christine Lagarde have in common? At first blush, not much but in fact, they are delivery muses named by some of speech coaching clients. As a coac… Read More
2021-12-30 19:56
Rewarding dinner table conversations have a lot in common with effective facilitation skills. We’ve all been there. Seated near the end of a long rectangular table at a dinner pa… Read More
2021-11-30 23:14
I must acknowledge immediately that I do not count cooking or baking as personal strengths or talents. As a result, when the holidays roll around, I get a tad nervous about what dish I… Read More
2021-11-15 19:00
Recently my sister shared with me a stack of letters sealed in a plastic zip-locked bag she had found amongst my mom’s possessions. They were love letters from my father written… Read More
2021-07-29 21:22
The gymnast, Simone Biles, has often been called the GOAT (greatest of all time). Her accomplishments have been well-documented and deserved. On Thursday, to the shock of many, s… Read More
2021-05-27 21:41
We all have something to teach, and we all have something to learn. I treasure the teachers in my life – those professors who knew how to both challenge and encourage me, those athleti… Read More
2021-04-10 18:54
When someone attains a leadership position – whether in politics or business – we assume they’ve worked hard to achieve that role and are likely being compensated well.&nbs&hell…Read More
2020-09-08 19:10
Lamenting this past weekend, I took liberties with Aaron Burr’s line in Hamilton and thought, “I can no longer be in the room where it happens.” I found myself truly… Read More
2020-09-06 16:43
Recently my daughter turned 24 and we discussed the perils and privileges of being an adult. One thing she said struck me: “As an adult, you become your own spokesperson.”… Read More
2020-07-16 21:35
Be in the Conversation about Racism – even if it is uncomfortable. I’ve always thought that the problems of the world could be solved if we would just be willing to enter into d… Read More
2020-04-14 18:21
I find it instructive to look back and review ‘profiles in courage’ that describe leaders who acted with bravery and integrity in times of crisis. These stories remind me t… Read More
2020-04-07 17:56
On a call this week with a not-for-profit organization I work with we discussed everything from keeping up morale to how to build awareness and compliance within our communities to abide by… Read More
2020-03-30 19:13
Communication has never been more important than it is now as we navigate our way through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Leaders are now recognizing that keeping their teams engaged and focused d… Read More
2019-12-20 21:53
Chance are, if you are lucky, you will receive a gift or two over the holidays. Maybe a new phone, a kitchen blender, or one of those robot vacuums you’ve been longing for. … Read More
2019-05-17 15:30
When pitching and presenting your idea, products or services you want to have a clear, concise and compelling message. In addition, new research tells us that gestures may matter more than w… Read More
2018-12-30 20:02
Everyone loves a good story. Stories are what anchor your listeners to the main point you want them to remember. A technique that is often used to craft compelling stories is what is calle… Read More
2018-10-22 13:39
Problem: New Yorkers agree that their subway system is a mess.
Solution: Andy Byford, a world-renowned Mr. Fixit for troubled subways.
On October 21, 60 Minutes profiled Byford who i… Read More
2018-06-27 18:09
Have you ever struggled with identifying what unique qualities and characteristics you bring to the table? Have you been faced with stiff competition and wondered how you’d stand… Read More
2018-06-06 23:33
When Philadelphia Eagle’s safety, Malcolm Jenkins, was interviewed regarding the fact that the Super Bowl Champs had been dis-invited to the White House, he didn’t need to say a… Read More
2018-04-01 21:06
In the world of work, we often are called upon to report project updates, milestones and progress against goals. We highlight the key statistics and point to deadlines reached or how obstacl… Read More
2018-02-18 22:36
How to lead and influence through expression “Smiling stimulates our brain’s reward mechanisms in a way that even chocolate, a well-regarded pleasure-inducer, cannot match.&rdquo&hell…Read More
2017-11-22 22:06
Lagniappe is an inspiring word. Its origins are from Louisiana Creole French and it means “a small gift or additional quantity you might give to a valued customer”. … Read More
2017-05-22 16:06
I do my best to take daily walks in the park near my home. This past week I happened to walk by a father with his two young children on a couple of occasions as they traveled the same… Read More
2017-02-14 16:44
Valentine’s Day is devoted to expressing love, appreciation and affection for others. Those ‘others’ do not have to be limited to romantic partners. Valentine&rsq&hell…Read More
2017-01-10 00:01
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band provided the soundtrack of my youth. There was something magical about the chemistry and charisma of that ensemble. I felt they were a tri… Read More
2016-12-13 14:59
33 shots in 29 minutes. 45 assists and 54 fields goals. 60 points in under 30 minutes makes history for Golden State Warrior, Klay Thompson. Recently waiting for a business meeting to… Read More
2016-11-28 23:19
We look forward to gathering with our families and friends during the holiday season and yet this year may offer interesting challenges. With the recent political upset, many families are di… Read More
2016-11-15 01:12
Growing up, I often heard my parents preach the importance of demonstrating tolerance for all who might be different than me – different in background, politics, race, beliefs, etc.&nb&hell…Read More
2016-08-21 19:42
At work, do you do one thing really well or have you developed the ability to do many things with a high level of proficiency?
I look forward to watching the Olympics every four years … Read More
2016-08-01 14:49
I am admittedly a speech nerd and as such I watched just about every speech at both the RNC and DNC forums. While doing my own analysis I was struck by something that NY Times columnist and… Read More
2016-06-29 18:40
When we go to the theatre and see actors on the stage communicating a story we get wrapped-up in the action and forget that the lines that are spoken are scripted and the movement on stage i… Read More
2016-06-07 00:06
Muhammad Ali was a triple threat. He had personality, passion and principles – an unbeatable knock out punch in any ring. I grew up in Louisville, KY. where Muhammad Ali was an ever-pr… Read More
2016-05-15 21:43
We all attend more meetings than we would like. Some are more effective than others. Many are status updates or reporting forums while others are brainstorming or idea-generation sessions. I… Read More
2016-04-25 23:52
The first time I saw Prince in concert was 1981 at the LA Coliseum. He was the warm-up band for the Rolling Stones on a bill that included the J. Geils Band and George Thorogood. Prince was… Read More
2016-04-16 22:10
My sister Ellen has been kicking some serious butt lately. She re-booted her passion for tennis after abandoning it for several decades. Ellen grew up playing tennis. Between the ages of 13… Read More
2016-04-16 22:10
My sister Ellen has been kicking some serious butt lately. She re-booted her passion for tennis after abandoning it for several decades. Ellen grew up playing tennis. Between the ages of 13… Read More
2016-03-26 22:28
Sometimes what is old is new again. The Boy Scout Handbook was first published in 1910 and it has recently been used to turn around a troubled school and transform boys into men. In a recent… Read More
2016-03-07 20:47
As I observe the insanity we currently called the Republican Presidential Debates I am amazed at how the candidates seem to miss the boat on what most business professionals know is necessar… Read More
2016-02-29 17:24
Another meeting? Ugh. Arrgghhhh. Most of us complain about meetings and here’s why – Most meetings are not well organized, are too long and lack a clear purpose… Read More
2016-02-15 23:01
head·line noun – a head of a newspaper story or article usually printed in large type and giving the gist of the story or article that follows. It is no secret that livin… Read More
2016-01-25 22:11
Talk about it. Leaders want to integrate core values, mission-critical goals and culture into the DNA of their companies. Internal marketing and communication teams align to that goal by pro… Read More
2016-01-11 20:46
You’ve all heard the expression, “Fake it ‘til you make it.” In essence it’s a technique to avoid the trap of a self-fulfilling prophecy related to a lack of co… Read More
2015-12-31 16:34
Eric Chester writes – In researching my new book I got a rare opportunity to visit with J.W. “Bill” Marriott. (Marriott Hotels are No. 53 on Fortune’s 100 Best Compan… Read More
2015-12-15 13:01
It’s been bugging you. Something your colleague said at a meeting last week that made you feel attacked. You weren’t sure you heard it right, and the two of you have conveniently… Read More
2015-12-01 15:58
A good conference experience will see you come back with new contacts, new information, and a refreshed perspective, ready to take things on anew with some fresh ideas. Here are some tactics… Read More
2015-11-25 21:57
As we move through this holiday season, remember that there are many small and simple things we can do to let others know they matter. Here are 12 ideas to get you started – Stop… Read More
2015-11-03 16:01
“Managing it All” is a phrase we may aspire to but are often challenged to achieve. On Friday, October 16th, MB Financial’s Women’s Leadership Resource Group (WLRG) s… Read More
2015-10-24 17:39
http://www.nytimes.com/2015/10/23/opinion/lady-gaga-and-the-life-of-passion.html?smprod=nytcore-ipad&smid=nytcore-ipad-share Those who immerse themselves in their pursuits show courage i… Read More
2015-10-20 14:40
One of the best ways to engage employees and drive the desired culture in any organization is to start a conversation that everyone wants in on. One of the best ways to start that conversati… Read More
2015-10-06 15:02
When you attempt to dissect the winning formula for great teams it usually doesn’t come down to having big talents or experts. More often you find it is the intangibles – the com… Read More
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