being assertive

Peter Yawitz

You Didn’t See Me Yesterday

60% of Americans have chronic illnesses. Many people say, "Funny, you don't look sick!" We want to say, "You should have seen me yesterday!"

Peter Yawitz

Do I Have To Buy a Raffle Ticket For My Boss's Kid's School?

Dear Someone Else’s Dad, My manager sent out a blast email asking everyone to buy $10 tickets to her son’s middle school raffle. Now...

Peter Yawitz

Giving Up Fear: A life of work, advice, and Crohn’s

Post-pandemic I'm giving up fear. Crohn's has driven my actions for too long. As a business coach I encourage clients to shake away fear too

Peter Yawitz

How Do I Sell a New Product in a Crowded Market?

I was just hired to boost sales at a company whose product is great, but not very well known in a very crowded market. Any tips?

Peter Yawitz

The New Normal Meeting Guidelines

1. Do a lot of pre-work. 2. Have a shared goal of finishing in 40 minutes. 3. Allow at least some schmooze time at the start.

Peter Yawitz

How do I put together a good work team?

I was asked to put together a team to work on a new high-profile client project. Should I bring on my favorite work buds?

Peter Yawitz

Should I be a Swiss Army Knife or Japanese Cleaver?

Better to have many skills without depth or be a master in one area?

Peter Yawitz

How do I deal with a client who misses deadlines?

Dear Someone Else’s Dad, I’m a junior editor working for a large publishing house. I’ve been assigned to work with an author whose...