On Point Communications, LLC

Mastering Direct Communication: A Key to Executive Leadership Great leaders know that direct, clear communication drives results, and our Founder, Cindy Skalicky 🔷 knows this so well. Whether you’re asking for funding, delivering feedback, or navigating a tough conversation, being concise can transform the outcome. Strategic pauses and direct questions not only create clarity but also lead to faster, more effective decisions. 💡 As you plan your week, think about where you can apply direct communication to move things forward. Want to dive deeper into communication strategies like this? We’ll be covering more at our upcoming MRI event, where we’ll take a closer look at refining your message for high-stakes meetings and leadership success. Don’t miss out! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eDgjvCkV #ExecutiveCommunication #LeadershipTips #DirectCommunication #CindySkalicky #OnPointCommunications #LeadershipDevelopment #MRIEvent

Introverts vs. Extroverts: Which one are you? In today’s Message Mentorship Minute, Our founder, Cindy Skalicky 🔷 explores the fascinating dynamics of how introverts and extroverts process their thoughts, and how they show up in meetings and calls. 💡 Extroverts talk to think.   💡 Introverts think to talk. Both approaches can demonstrate executive presence in unique ways. The key is knowing when to pause, listen, and ensure your words count—no matter your style. Watch the full video for more insights, and let us know in the comments: Do you identify as an introvert or an extrovert? 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gWimqyr9 #ExecutivePresence #LeadershipDevelopment #IntrovertsVsExtroverts #CommunicationSkills #OnPointCommunications #BoardMeetings #CindySkalicky

We have a few slots remaining to help your team at your team's Annual Meeting, your On-site Leadership Retreat, your Professional Development Day. Are you ready to bring your team to the finish line of 2024 with gusto? #story #team #leadership #development #hr #communications https://lnkd.in/gffHzdFr

How do you dress for success in a virtual (or IRL) #interview? Excellent advice from our friend Michelle Merritt at D&S Executive Career Management! #Careers #Interview #Employees #Communications #PublicSpeaking #Conversations #JobSearch

this tip is always a winner. If you have a presentation coming up this week, remember that you can use your computer screen as a bit of a cheat sheet. 🌟 Only one idea per post it note 🌟 Think of keywords you want to be sure you bring to mind for that call or meeting - write them here 🌟 Write whatever will help motivate you to be old, clear, and get to the end of the call in a timely fashion. This is a great place to dot down your quick agenda! ❌ Not a place for your full script!) --------- To learn more about us and how we can elevate you, email Cindy Skalicky cindy@onpoint-communications.com or DM her here.

This is a picture of an old simulator from a drivers Education class in High School - circa 1990s. It's on sale at eBay somewhere - what a hunk of ... ! We put clients in a much cooler simulator, it's developed with AI and combined with our expertise in helping you improve, the simulator is a way to advance you fast. 🌟What exactly IS a simulator? Simulators help us practice before we go out into the real thing, they help us drive a car before we actually get out on the road. In our simulators, that means we are role-playing conversations with you, practicing Q&A sessions with you, and rehearsing storylines for feedback and providing additional data points. Anyone out there remember using this kind of simulator - pictured below - to learn to drive? Science and tech leaders - what are you using NOW to learn to improve your presentation skills? To learn more about our simulators, email Cindy Skalicky at cindy@onpoint-communications.com or DM her here.

Science and tech leaders - do you have opportunities coming up in Q4 and Q1 to develop your team? Here are a few sentiments from leaders like you after having us on site. When it comes to preparing leaders to become top 5% leaders in science and technology, that's our specialty. We help advance their presentation skills, show them how to distill complex storylines simply, and boost confidence noticeably. To learn more, email Cindy Skalicky cindy@onpoint-communications.com or DM her here.

Leaders in science and tech – are you on deck to address stakeholders soon? Try this: When it’s time to create a new presentation, or even adapt an old one, have you ever taken a fresh bird’s-eye view? A view of your slide deck from up high?

A pair of women broke the world record for the fastest row across the Pacific Ocean — by nine days. "We knew nothing about rowing. We knew nothing about the ocean," she said about the pair's experience prior to rowing the Atlantic Ocean a few years back. After the grueling 37 days of fighting to make it to the finish line, Oliver said crossing it was an "unbelievable" feeling. What about you? Have you ever taken on a challenge - something completely new and out of your comfort zone - and NAILED IT? Tell us about it in the comments. 👇