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Mein letztes Business-Coaching vor der Kamera war wieder einmal in Englisch. So, let’s get straight to English. One of the exercises I do with my engineers, is to break down their text to the absolute minimum. Less is more. The engineer was supposed to tell me what a robot does. He started explaining the functions and so on… After 3 minutes, I stopped him. Then I asked him to wrap it up into one sentence. This is what he came up with: *"A robot is a powerful tool that streamlines business processes by automating repetitive tasks, freeing up human workers for more complex responsibilities."* So far, so good! Then my question: „Do you feel the text?“ „How can I feel it, it´s technical.“ He replied. How can you make it more engaging? I asked him to try explaining it to a child. This is what he came up with: *"A robot is a machine that helps people by doing simple, boring tasks so we can focus on the fun, tricky stuff!"* Fantastic, let´s try another one. **For the Engineer:** *"An optical measurement tool is a precision instrument that uses light to measure dimensions, distances, or surface characteristics with high accuracy. It typically employs lasers or sensors to capture data points and analyze them for quality control, inspection, or calibration purposes in engineering and manufacturing processes."* Now, let’s make it a little more appealing. **For the Customer:** *"Imagine a tool that uses light to check if every part fits perfectly, down to the smallest detail. This optical measurement device helps ensure precision in your work, so you can catch errors early, improve quality, and save time on rework—making your projects run smoother and more efficiently."* Perfect! Remember, it’s not about what you think is important; it’s about what your audience finds important. It´s about what they feel, when they hear you speak. How will it enhance their work life? It’s not just what you say, it’s how you say it, right? #susannehausschmid #kameratraining #videomentoring #videocoaching

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We’re thrilled to officially launch Attensi RealTalk, our AI-powered conversation training tool! With Virtual Humans, Attensi RealTalk allows you to practice handling tough conversations that feel real, in a safe space where you can build confidence and skills. This is a true game-changer for role-play training, and we're very excited to see how this tool will enable teams to communicate more effectively. (If you look closely, you might see a familiar face in the video for a second or two 👀) Reach out to learn more, or get more information by clicking the link in the comments.

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Just finished Nano Tips for Handling Difficult Work Situations with Tiffany Uman! Check it out: https://lnkd.in/g4AuFiq7 #professionaldevelopment #difficultsituations

Just finished Nano Tips for Handling Difficult Work Situations with Tiffany Uman! Check it out: https://lnkd.in/ddGqUjxh #professionaldevelopment #difficultsituations

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Here's the second installment in my series about #Feedback. This LinkedIn series is all about sharing some of the rules we have at Throughline to keep our feedback collaborative, kind, and productive. Today, we're going over rule #2: Don't assume you know the solution.. and explain the concern! Just like in the example image below, let's say your team comes to you with a new mockup for a company newsletter and all of the titles are hard to read. Instead of authoritatively correcting and giving your opinion of what needs to be done, share the problem with your team and let them know why the titles need to be changed. Maybe there was a reason behind this color and font choice, maybe you can work together to come to an even better solution, OR maybe you are right. Either way, this way of communicating creates a better environment for you and your team. #CommunicationTips #SolutionOriented #FeedbackFocus #FuelYourFeedback #CompanyCulture #Throughline