Practitioners and Teachers of Collaborative Informed Consent (R)
L. Darryl Armstrong
“Let each of you look not only to his interests but also to the interests of others.”
“Let each of you look not only to his interests but also to the interests of others.” (Philippians 2:4 ESV). No one would doubt that...
L. Darryl Armstrong
A "Servant's Heart"
When I started work for the Federal government in 1973 at a national demonstration project in western Kentucky, I never thought about my...
L. Darryl Armstrong
The Importance of Clarity in Communications
In my 50-year career, I have been responsible for teams of various sizes. A mentor of mine, when I was in my twenties, gave me some sage...
L. Darryl Armstrong
Is "Business-Speak Jargon" a Sign of Incompetence?
A recent Enreach poll of 1500 respondents published in The Daily Mail Reporter on 29 March 2022 would suggest it is! However, almost...
L. Darryl Armstrong
What I learned from Sgt. Wally Bryan – Use of Voice
Most folks would never suspect the fellow explaining the habits of a raccoon to a bunch of 8-year olds was formerly a grizzled old Sgt....
L. Darryl Armstrong
Leading with Humility
The best leaders possess a blend of confidence and humility. They believe in themselves and their abilities. Leaders in excellence draw...
L. Darryl Armstrong
Spokespeople Must Have Integrity and Class
Being a "spokesperson," or these days better known sadly as a "spinmaster, publicist, or apologist," is at best a challenging and...
L. Darryl Armstrong
Addressing Fear, Worry, and Anxiety
Everyone I know, myself included, wants to feel that we are normal as much as the next person. But what is expected in society to conform...
L. Darryl Armstrong
Like a pancake
Pancakes have two sides. Ever notice that? It is imperative to those who work with the public to remember that there will always...
L. Darryl Armstrong
Transformational Leadership – The Courage to Listen and Act
For almost 300 years, from the late 13th century until the early 17th century, the English/Scottish Border region was in turmoil. England...
L. Darryl Armstrong
Styles of Leadership in Today’s Society – The Transactional Leader
“We herd sheep; we drive cattle; we lead people. Lead me, follow me, or get out of my way,” General George S. Patton. General Patton was...
L. Darryl Armstrong
How to Get People to Participate in Your Virtual Meetings, Harvard Review
https://hbr.org/2020/03/how-to-get-people-to-actually-participate-in-virtual-meetings?utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=hbr&utm_source=linke...
L. Darryl Armstrong
Crisis Communications: What do Andrew Cuomo, Ted Cruz, and Joe Biden have in common?
The failure to be open and transparent during a crisis. @DoctorDarryl Podcast 360 14 March 2021 What do Andrew Cuomo, Ted Cruz, and Joe...
L. Darryl Armstrong
Crisis Communications: PTSD and COVID-19
Crisis Communications: PTSD and the COVID-19 Crisis, Dr. L. Darryl Armstrong 25 May 2020 The COVID-19 pandemic is stressful. We fear...
L. Darryl Armstrong
Crisis Communications: A Perspective on the Use of Social Media in Western Kentucky During the COVID
Crisis Communications: A Perspective on the Use of Social Media in Western Kentucky During the COVID-19 Crisis, Taylor Hayes (Recorded 3...
L. Darryl Armstrong
Crisis Communications: Interview with Dr. Bruce Costello, “The Importance of Corrective Body W
We are allegedly “healthy at home,” however, we know that sitting is the new health danger! However, there are simple corrective body...
L. Darryl Armstrong
Crisis Communications: Interview with Dcn Mark Prosser, Director of Pastoral Planning, Catholic Dioc
Churches across the United States are responding to the COVID-19 crisis. Mark Prosser, former Director of Public Safety in Storm Lake,...