“Please ask me any questions you may have.” I reminded my client, although I had already told him several times over the phone interview.  Today’s client was a Japanese executive who moved to the U.S. for work several months ago. “Any question is really Okay?” He looked as if he was assessing my words.  I … More A cultural speculation on why Americans are … plump

When my daughter was in preschool, teachers said at various times, “Your daughter is very independent.” At first this sounded positive. After hearing this a few times though, I started to wonder.  So, the next time I heard it, I decided to ask. “Does that mean that she’s not listening to you?” “Oh, no no!  … More Positive reframing