How do you overcome the challenges of reading body language in a Covid era? Masks cover some of the signals we use to interpret our clients’ and colleagues’ facial expressions. Masks enable us to spend more time focusing on a person’s eyes. Yet, reading body language is nothing new for nurses accustomed to working in […]
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Writing your LNC Book will teach you about time management and productivity. Writing a book can be an intimidating task. It can be frustrating when blank pages can stare at you mockingly for long hours that turn into days, weeks, and months before you make headway in your next chapter. It’s easy to procrastinate when […]
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When I wrote hardcover textbooks on nursing malpractice, pain and suffering, medical records, and nursing home litigation, I asked my publisher this question: “What is the right length for the book?” He said, “As long as it needs to be to cover the subject.” My coeditors and I created large 2 volume books. They sold […]
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You can write your LNC book on your own, but it may not be as solid as if you have help from an experienced LNC author. Is your goal to write your book? And to get it finished? Imagine that you’re in a strange city (before the Coronavirus), and you’re lost. You didn’t get directions, […]
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Is it easy to use powerful communication? We know as LNCs that communication snafus derail patient safety and can lead to tragedies, or what we like to call train wrecks. Airplane pilots use a system to verify they are receiving messages. Picture this: The pilots are in the flight deck, boarding is complete, they finished […]
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Let me ask you, “Have you ever been surprised to see the difference between a person’s headshot and the reality?” You should get professional photos taken every 1-2 years so that your image matches your face. Your LNC business photos should be taken by a professional photographer. When developing your business, you are your brand […]
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It is easy to get distracted. There are dozens of tasks that call for our attention right now. Buy gifts? Mail gifts? Follow the news? Send holiday cards? What about your business? Use these productivity tips for your LNC business to support your determination and dedication. Some LNCs tell me they struggle to be productive. […]
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Procrastination is the enemy! Putting things off is one of the worst things you can do when you’re trying to be productive. But procrastination is one of the most common reasons people don’t accomplish as much in building their business. Mindset matters. So, if you suffer from a procrastination habit, you’re not going to reach […]
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Your attitude for success in building your LNC business means everything. Starting your LNC business is hard work. But the hard work, in the beginning, doesn’t end there. Once you have your business going, a positive attitude leads you to continue to grow and develop your business. This is where your mindset attitude kicks in […]
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What are the things you are thankful for this year? And what a year! We learned about PPE, physical distancing, masks, gloves, shortages of wipes and toilet paper. We became thankful we had tools to stay safe. Five of my family members have had the virus and all recovered. I am thankful for that. We […]
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