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Access POWER - by Joseph Riggio- How to Revive a Friendship - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Eduard EzeanuSometimes, a friendship loses its fire and it’s no longer the way it once used to be. Have no fear; there are effective methods to revive a friendship and make it like new again. There are plenty of reasons why a friendship can lose some of its strength, although it’s a fulfilling friendship ...
Views: 4099(2 votes) - How to Successfully Connect with Others - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from David NourBusiness is made up of interpersonal communication, whether in person, by phone, over the Internet, or via whatever new electronic instrument that outperforms yesterday’s darling device. The most revealing communication, because it reveals so much more in terms of nonverbal information, takes ...
Views: 1128(1 vote) - How to Talk To Successful People - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2012 from Eduard EzeanuSuccessful people can be hard to talk to. Nevertheless, it's particularly important to know how to talk to successful people, because the value these people can have in your life is much bigger than the value of your average Joe. And you can learn this. Most individuals are intimidated by ...
Views: 3726(1 vote) - How to Turn the Dysfunctional Workplace into an Environment Where People Actually Want to Work - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2009 from Roxanne EmmerichWe've all been there. You walk into a bank, restaurant, or store and suddenly feel it, that vague sensation that all is not well. It drips from the ceilings and sits in puddles on the floor. The employees are lost in thought, unable to decide whether they'd rather be somewhere else or stay and ...
Views: 854(1 vote) - How To Win Friends And Influence People In 3 Easy Steps - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Peter MurphyCan you count on the fingers of one hand the number of true friends that you have? Would you like to increase your circle of friends and prove to yourself that you have 'people skills' and you can get more people to like you? This may be easier said than done, especially if you are the loner ...
Views: 1286(1 vote) - How to Win the Crowd with Charisma - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2012 from Andre ThunaWhether in a business meeting, or a group of singles, you can win the crowd with charisma. Charisma is that certain appeal that just seems to come naturally to some individuals while others must practice to develop charisma. Charismatic individuals have the power to capture and captivate those ...
Views: 4764(1 vote) - How Well Do You Practice Empathy Quiz? 5 Tips to Raise Your Empathy Quotient - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2011 from Monica Strobel"Communication leads to community, that is, to understanding, intimacy and mutual valuing." Rollo May Empathy. This pleasant-sounding attribute—like the overlooked compliment—is one of the most important skills we can acquire. Through empathy, we gain recognition and understanding of ...
Views: 2923(1 vote) - Improve Your Communication with Body Language - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2011 from Joel SeahBody language is a reflection of a person’s non-verbal communication. It includes movements or expressions that are so subtle the person may not even be aware of it themselves. Albert Mehrabian conducted a research in 1971 and concluded that there are three elements in any face to face ...
Views: 3069(3 votes) - Improve Your Conversation Confidence - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Royane RealDo you suffer from a lack of conversation confidence? When you make conversation with other people, is your mind constantly saying a lot of very harsh things to you about your conversation ability? Does your mind criticize every thing you say? Do you put yourself down for being shy or ...
Views: 1622(1 vote) - Improving Personal Relationships - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2011 from al betzThe richness of life comes from our interactions with other living things. But many of us don’t interact with living things as much as we used to. For example, as I write this article it is appearing on my monitor, but on my companion monitor there is a screensaver. The screensaver image is ...
Views: 4558(1 vote) - In Sales, What Breed of Dog Are You? - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2010 from Monique MacKinnonIf you are a solo-entrepreneur or small business owner, or even operating on a base plus commission arrangement, you need to sell to your prospective clients and Joint Venture (JV) partners to be financially successful. Whether you are a novice or seasoned sales professional, here is some of ...
Views: 1775(1 vote) - Influencing the Interviewer to Hire YOU! - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2009 from Debora McLaughlinWant to learn the 5 key strategies to make you the candidate of choice? Too many professionals are not hired because they either don't articulate their top contributions concisely or in a manner that aligns with the current offering and interviewer or they don't have a large enough vision of ...
Views: 1164(2 votes) - Information Overload: How to Fight the Urge to Say Too Much - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2012 from Stephanie ScottiA client recently asked, “How do I control my urge to give more information than my audience needs?” Great (and very mindful) question! Consider this answer from authors Dan and Chip Heath in Made to Stick. They say that in an effort to be complete, we often feel obligated to share every ...
Views: 1565(2 votes) - Integrity of Clear Communication - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Moreen DuFermontIntegrity of Clear Communication Upon sheer glance, it seems that this title resounds a great deal of common sense, however, have you ever really taken the time to ponder what it means? Yes, it is a fact that communication affects every one of our ...
Views: 2716(1 vote) - Interesting Conversation Starters: How To Start Great Conversations And Make Friends - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2010 from Michael LeeIt is important to keep some interesting conversation starters handy every time. Why? Well, let’s say you’re at this party where you hardly know anybody. The feeling is awkward. The only other person you know is chatting up another person on the other side of the room. Suddenly, a person ...
Views: 2772(1 vote) - Knowing the Job Scope of Your Company Media Specialist - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Andrew ChowPosition Overview Reporting the VP Marketing, the Media Specialist is responsible for managing media strategy and relations. Additional responsibilities include: planning, writing, and distributing press releases; development of online/offline advertising campaigns; tracking, measuring, and ...
Views: 1467(1 vote) - Law of Attraction: Create a Brand Image that Communicates Success - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2011 from Sarah HathornAre you feeling discouraged by your inability to stand out and command more lucrative fees or higher salaries during this economic downturn? Whether you are a corporate leader or a high-achieving entrepreneur – everyone is looking for effective methods and fresh strategies to attract a more ...
Views: 1243(2 votes) - Leadership Pressure Points - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2012 from Anastasia MontejanoHave you ever gotten to the point of frustration that you just wanted to explode? If you lead people, then I think that you can probably relate. This is where you find yourself in a situation of mounting anger and annoyance that it makes you just want to throw in the towel? This is where your ...
Views: 2367(2 votes) - Learn How to Start a Blog - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2013 from Laurie RaphaelBlog writing is one of the most popular hobbies today. For some people, they write blogs just to share their ideas and opinions. However, there are others that earn from writing blog posts. When you browse there are but hundreds of blog posts about a diverse of topics - photography, cooking ...
Views: 1243(1 vote) - Letter of Recommendation - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2012 from Adriene MayIf you are actively looking for a job you are probably aware that one of the things that every potential employer would like to get from you is a letter of recommendation. As a matter of fact, this document is very vital as it determines whether you should get the job or continue with your job ...
Views: 1044(1 vote) - Link Building Services – As essential for any organization which wants to survive the Internet - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from John SilverstoneWildnet Technologies is an Internet Marketing Company provide quality and theme based link building services for your website. When an organization wants to promote itself on the Internet, it needs to analyze the competition and also make sure that the traffic that comes to its website is ...
Views: 674(1 vote) - Listen, Communicate, Repeat - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsCommunity building has a lot to do with being in harmony with the people in your environment and using that energy productively to make improvements to the overall lifestyle of everyone involved. Anyone can be an integral part of a community building project so long as they are in harmony ...
Views: 624(1 vote) - Making Communication Effective: 4 Language Filters - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2004 from Steve BrunkhorstLanguage is a challenging way to communicate. It allows us to share our thoughts and feelings by describing our personal views of reality. Yet language is not reality. It is merely a limited system of symbols, signals, sounds, or gestures that belong to a specific culture or group. It only ...
Views: 1351(1 vote) - Making Friends in Another Country - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Eduard EzeanuMaking friends in another country can be a challenge, especially if you don’t know anybody at first. This article details the most effective ways to pull it off smoothly. Today, it’s very common to end up studying, working, living or traveling in another country. If at first you don’t know ...
Views: 5203(1 vote) - Managing Meeting Meltdown - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2016 from Alexandria JoyThis past week I have had a lot of discussions about meetings; in particular how much time we waste making meetings, attending meetings and travelling to meetings, how managers are always the ones calling meetings and how bad we are at running meetings. If you added up all the time people ...
Views: 1176(2 votes) - Memorization Vs. Preparation - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2009 from Stephanie ScottiThe Art of Using Notes I’m often surprised that many speakers still fall prey to the fallacy that preparation means memorization — and that bringing notes to the podium might make you appear ill-prepared in the eyes of your audience. To the contrary, top presenters know it’s not what you ...
Views: 1157(1 vote) - Mindset Marketing Magic: Seeing the World Through Your Prospect's Eyes - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Lana McAraMarketing at its core means writing and speaking powerful words for sound bites, headlines, articles, or social media. No matter what the point of contact, getting into your readers’ mindset is crucial for success. The vast majority of solo business owners naturally write from their own mindset, ...
Views: 1239(2 votes) - My top 8 free resources - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2009 from Virginia LeeI love free, don't you? I've compiled a short list here of my most favourite resources and best of all, they are all FREE! 1. Number One on my list is SiteManPro. It is a complete business management software that allows you to run multiple sites from one place and includes a blog and a ...
Views: 1341(5 votes) - Naked Conversations for Natural Business Attraction - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Pamela ZiemannBe aware of these signs of communication cover-up. Transparency is the new secret to success. You may be familiar with the Adam and Eve story. A blissful day in the garden goes bad and the great cover-up begins. We've also found ways of covering up our truth by sending mixed messages, adding ...
Views: 1082(3 votes) - Networking and Joint Ventures: Why You Should Ignore Your Competition - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2010 from Suzanne EvansSomething that many coaches, healers and other helping professionals have a hard time wrapping their mind around is the fact that there really is no competition. There just isn't. I don't have any and I don't think about it. Let me explain what I mean… I'm not a horse race person, but I've ...
Views: 953(7 votes) - Now That's Awesome! - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Samantha BennettThe Grand Canyon. The Northern Lights. The Opening Ceremonies of the 2008 Beijing Olympics. The miracle of birth. Any miracle, really. These are things that are “awesome.” That is to say, they inspire awe. “Awe,” according to my little American Heritage Dictionary that I’ve had since ...
Views: 3623(3 votes) - On Short Notice: How to Give a Powerful Presentation When You Have Little Time to Prepare - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2010 from Sylvia HendersonHave you ever been tapped to make an impromptu group presentation with a half hour’s notice? When is the last time someone asked you for a “brief update” on the status of an upcoming project in “about an hour”? Did you ever stand up in the heat of a membership meeting where negativity ...
Views: 2087(1 vote) - One Easy Way to Present Better: Get Organized! - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2012 from Gilda BonannoOne of the easiest ways to be a better presenter is by organizing your content clearly and logically. It sounds so simple, yet many presenters don't organize their material; instead, they just throw everything at the audience, all jumbled together with no clear indication of how things relate ...
Views: 1260(2 votes) - Other Ways to Communicate Besides E-Mail - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2011 from Jane CranstonHas someone IM’d you recently? I don’t mean someone down the street or in another region, I’m talking about the person sitting next to you. Is every “conversation” you have with your boss on e-mail? Gotten a text condolence note lately? (I did, no kidding, can’t say it was very consoling.) Have ...
Views: 1838(2 votes) - Outsourcing Effectively: Maintaining a good relationship with your contractors - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Hugh StewartWhether you have a one-time task that needs to be completed or a long-term project, an outsource contractor, when selected and communicated to properly, can be a great asset. Successful outsourcing involves building relationships and staying in touch with contractors, even after an outsourced ...
Views: 1670(2 votes) - Patient Communication That Works and Builds Your Practice - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2021 from Dr Rick GoodmanHave you ever had a patient that sits through a whole report of findings and looks at you with the deer in the headlights look? It's obvious that they don't really understand the treatment program that has been implemented and your communication is off target. If your patients do not have ...
Views: 1587(1 vote) - Persuasive Communication - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2004 from Ronnie NijmehWhat makes a great communicator so persuasive? What makes the best leader motivational? How does one become a great, inspirational leader? "I wasnt a great communicator, but I communicated great things."--Reagan in his farewell address as president. Voice Their Dreams A great leader is able to ...
Views: 9470(1 vote) - Project Management Professional training Course - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2013 from michael thomasEven though you are a good project manager, we would recommend you join a PMP training course. Why? Before explaining you the reasons, we would like to tell you that the full name of PMP is Project Management Professional. Now, we would like to give you those reasons that have encouraged us to ...
Views: 748(1 vote) - Psychology Hacks to Boost Your Creativity - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2016 from Laura CallisenWe’re all advised to avoid sarcasm in our personal communications. But it turns out that sarcastic exchanges can enhance and boost your creativity. Sarcasm is frequently used as a way to hurt, demean, or belittle others. It also, too often, serves as a veil for hostility, when direct ...
Views: 1855(1 vote) - Public Speaking - Incorporating a PowerPoint Presentation Smoothly Into Your Speech - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2012 from Gilda BonannoRecently, I attended a presentation by a smart, experienced professional whose goal was to provide an informative overview of his area of expertise to his colleagues. Unfortunately, he did not succeed in communicating his message effectively to the audience. How he prepared and delivered his ...
Views: 1651(2 votes) - Public Speaking for Entrepreneurs: 6 Ways to Make Your Pitch Presentation More Effective - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2014 from Gilda BonannoOne high-stakes presentation that entrepreneurs have to give is in front of potential investors. While it can be intimidating to present in front of people who can fund your business, service or idea, following these 6 tips will improve your presentation and make it more likely that the ...
Views: 1726(2 votes) - Public Speaking for Powerful Women - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2012 from Doug StevensonThere were three men and three women at the Story Theater Retreat in Colorado Springs last weekend – a nice balance of energies. Each of the six participants came to develop their stories for presentation to a business audience. Interestingly enough, two of the female participants shared a ...
Views: 1759(1 vote) - Public Speaking is Like Exercising - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2012 from Gilda Bonannoexercising and public speaking have a lot in common. Both become easier over time when you practice them regularly using the correct techniques. Everyone is capable of exercising and public speaking, although initially they may be a cause of pain for some people. The results of exercising and ...
Views: 1504(2 votes) - Public Speaking Tips From Chef Bobby Flay - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2012 from Gilda BonannoI'm a fan of the TV cooking competition, The Next Food Network Star, hosted by celebrity chef Bobby Flay. The winning chef gets his or her own cooking show on the Food Network. The show offers lesson not just about cooking, but also about presentation skills because the winning chef has to ...
Views: 1347(2 votes) - Quantum Mind Management - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2012 from Aryana HudsonRemoving oneself from conflict, arguing and emotional blame or blight from a blamee is simple and one hundred percent vital to ending the aging process and reducing the chances of your eventual death from genetic deterioration. Upon an emotional reaction occurring in you stop and allow the ...
Views: 2009(2 votes) - RADAR: THE CONSULTATIVE SELLING TOOL TO UTILIZE YOUR NATURAL STRENGTHS - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2009 from Mark AnthonyUncover the prospect's need while establishing trust and credibility. Once you have a clear marketing and sales understanding of who your prospect is, how to find them, and how to get their attention, you must learn how to get them excited about what you have to say. This is a crucial part of ...
Views: 860(2 votes) - Rehearsing Your Way to Success - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2010 from Stephanie ScottiFrom Paper to Podium: Rehearse your way to prime time Think back to the last conference you attended. While an event’s keynote or session speakers may be subject matter experts, most are not professional speakers. If you’ve ever wondered what makes one presenter sparkle while others fall ...
Views: 1224(1 vote) - Reset Your Sat Nav for Life - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2009 from Marie O'RiordanLet me get straight to the point. Here’s the deal. Your power station of energy lies within you – not your possessions. Say to yourself, ‘I have the power to change the direction of my Life now and avoid the biggest obstacle up ahead… Myself.’ As the greatest philosopher of our time Homer ...
Views: 944(1 vote) - Responding is Key to Your Success - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2012 from Jane CranstonIt shouldn't surprise me anymore, but it does. When a potential coaching client contacts me, I often ask two questions, "How did you find me?" and "What made you interested?" Ninety percent of the time, the answer to the first question is "I Googled 'career coach.'" No surprise, I work hard to ...
Views: 1859(2 votes) - Secrets from Teleprompter Pros - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2009 from Stephanie ScottiWatch any skilled speaker on TV - a celebrity, news commentator, or political leader - and chances are, much of their seemingly "effortless" delivery is due to practiced use of a teleprompter. It's also likely that, at some point in your role as a professional communicator, you'll be called ...
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