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January 2, 2023 30 mins

In this episode, I share a conversation with Ilona Vass.

Ilona is the Founder of Dancing with the Dragons, a company that teaches productive communication and positive conflict strategies.

She is inspired to improve how humans speak with each other and handle challenging conversations, always having a positive outcome in mind. Ilona assists leaders and their teams to develop engaged, thriving, supportive workplaces. She believes a healthy and compassionate company culture equals a profitable business. 

 

Talking Points

  • Dancing with Dragons is your company's name - why did you choose this name?
  • Why is there drama in most workplaces, and how can we create a place where people are respectful and compassionate?
  • What is the cost to organisations in dealing with workplace conflict? 
  • Why is compassion more important than empathy at work?
  • What are three key elements for improving compassion and accountability?

Links

Respect at Work

Leaders Hurting Teams

Connect with Ilona Vass

Website: https://dancingwiththedragons.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ilonavass/

Connect with Lisa Evans 

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisaevansspeaker/

Website  https://www.speakingsavvy.com.au

Ready to level up your public speaking, presentation skills and business storytelling? Book a complimentary coaching session with Lisa here.

Learn more about Soft Skills Academy here.

Your Host Lisa Evans is one of Australia’s leading Executive Public Speaking Coaches and Corporate Storytelling Trainers. If you would like help training your team in soft skills, public speaking and business storytelling, get in touch with Lisa. Lisa offers a complimentary 30-minute strategy session to find out if we are a good fit to work together.

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