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Access POWER - by Joseph Riggio- Humor writing and how to use it - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2015 from Oliver RawThere is a popular opinion, that humor has no rules and scientific approach cannot be applied to it. That is not true. The truth is, that since the creation of a comedy itself, writers tried to find, what causes people’s laughter and actually did quite a progress in this area. Today we have a ...
Views: 2066(1 vote) - Creating Awe-inspiring Presentations like Steve Jobs - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Jane CranstonWe all have attended presentations. I’m sure you will agree most were terrible – boring, redundant, and/or visually offensive. I am guilty of giving a few myself. You too? To improve my knowledge base and skills, I started studying the product launches of Steve Jobs, CEO of Apple, Inc. I then ...
Views: 2063(1 vote) - Tips to Improve Your English Pronunciation - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from Piyush BhatiaThese days, the English language is being used as a secondary or second language by many non-native speakers around the world. Since English has gone on to become the language of choice for communication between the people of different countries, it is a good decision to learn English as a ...
Views: 2062 - 7 Ways Your Words Sabotage Your Business Growth and Relationships - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2013 from Susan BrownThe growth and success of your business depends on building trusting relationships with other people. Ask yourself this one simple question: Do my words pull people towards me or push them away? This question requires a willingness on your part to honestly evaluate how you use your words ...
Views: 2060(2 votes) - Communication: How Do You Make People Feel? - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to communicating and connecting with others it is rarely what one says that is important. This means that the words that are used are only a very small part of the equation. How something is said will make a bigger difference than what is said. But this is not the focus of this ...
Views: 2059(2 votes) - Different Problems of the Learners in Speaking English Fluently - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2014 from Byreddy Balaji ReddySpeaking English effectively and fluently is a most significant skill that everyone should possess in the present competitive world. To remain successful in any filed English speaking is an inevitable aspect that one cannot escape. While speaking English with someone a learner may/will face ...
Views: 2058 - Be Your Own Communication Coach - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Paul BurgessCommunication is at once easier and more challenging than ever thanks to the availability of high tech devices and programs that can keep us connected to anyone, anywhere, anytime. Now might be a great time to map out a personal communication strategy and review whether your time and energy ...
Views: 2057(1 vote) - Assertiveness-Getting What You Want - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2010 from Judy WrightIn the world today we are faced with many choices. We are all built with the instinct for fight or flight when faced with confrontation. Recently I ran into a situation where I was faced with a rude, nasty response to a birthday greeting I had sent to an acquaintance through Facebook. I ...
Views: 2056 - E commerce solutions - The backbone of Internet marketing - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from John SilverstoneE commerce solution are very essential if you marketing products and services. These need to be robust and they need to work fast. That apart, they have to be secure and should in no way be vulnerable to both external and internal problems. For any business irrespective of its size, good E ...
Views: 2056 - How to do Great Radio Interviews - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2013 from Sharyn AbbottMy first radio interview was in 1995. I was hosting an alternative health business group and one of the participants asked if I would be the guest on her show. Now, you’d think I’d jump at the opportunity, but not me! I did not want to do the interview, but a good friend was the producer and he ...
Views: 2056 - Leader’s Toolkit: Top 10 Communication Mistakes when Delivering Performance Feedback - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Sonia Di MauloLet’s talk performance! This isn’t usually at the top of your to-do list. The proper planning, time and energy involved is stressful, for you and your staff. In this anxiety-ridden environment, it’s no wonder we make mistakes! The problem is that we don’t communicate performance successes and ...
Views: 2056 - Relationship Violence: You Don't Know Because She Hasn't Told You - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2012 from Anna MossAbusive relationships are largely invisible to the public, most of whom are illiterate about this realm of life. Acts of abuse mostly take place behind closed doors and can go on for some time before there is visual evidence. For example, you can’t tell by looking that: • A woman was ...
Views: 2056(2 votes) - Taking Care of Ourselves - Why Don’t We Do It? - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from Joan ChamberlainA Deeper Look at Self-Esteem. As Lily and I talked she told me about a situation at work. She’s a data entry person and is now eligible for the company’s health insurance. Her boss promised that the insurance information would be available two weeks ago but no one had gotten ...
Views: 2054 - Review: The Accidental Millionaire: How to Succeed in Life Without Really Trying - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Norm GoldmanAuthor: Gary Fong ISBN: 978-1-933771-91-5 Publisher: BenBella Books, Inc Gary Fong, author of The Accidental Millionaire: How to Succeed in Life Without Really Trying was blessed with an innate business savvy, particularly in the area of marketing. When you incorporate this with his ...
Views: 2053(4 votes) - Communication is a two way street! - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from Mary Dee FreemanWe live in the communication age. We can talk to each other faster and easier than ever before. We have cell phones, blogs, e-mail, and social networks like facebook and twitter. There are so many new ways to communicate. So why is it that we have so much trouble communicating? It seems ...
Views: 2050(1 vote) - Listening: Do You Listen With Your Head Or Heart? - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperIt is an essential human need to be listened to and truly heard by others. This leads to a sense of validation and the experience of being mirrored. From the moment one is born this need is there and it will stay there until the moment they pass. Although this need is essential to ones ...
Views: 2048 - Dealing with Conflict - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from Melanie DrakeDealing with conflict is a frequent concern for many organizations. Managers and supervisors have to deal with conflict on a daily basis. Many times conflict happens when people see situations differently. Often the potential conflict can be defused by understanding the other person’s point of ...
Views: 2045(2 votes) - 5 Quick Tips for Practicing Empathy in Your Relationship - by Submitted on May 21, 2008 from Lisa KiftMost simply stated, empathy is the ability to put oneself in another's shoes - and also the willingness to respond to the person's needs. I believe it's one of the most important components of a happy, healthy relationship. Lack of empathy is a very common problem with couples. Many people never ...
Views: 2044 - Playing with Other People’s Lives - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2010 from Willie HortonFirst of all, we all know what the title means – children’s lives toyed with by teachers, children bullied in the schoolyard and employees bullied in the workplace. We’re all aware of domestic violence, psychological violence in the home and the workplace and the manner in which Governments ...
Views: 2038(5 votes) - 25 Sure Ways to Improve Communication - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2014 from William Cottringer25 Sure Ways to Improve Communication By Bill Cottringer “The greatest problem with communication is the illusion it has taken place.” ~George Bernard Shaw. Communication is the main currency in the today’s Information Age, but sadly, miscommunication is our number one failing ...
Views: 2037 - How to break up with that negative voice in your head! - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2014 from Thomas AndersonIsn't it about time you end that relationship already? That relationship that is harmful, abusive, and just plain old bad for you! Isn't it time you listened to what the positive people in your life have been saying for years. Of course it is, and lucky for you, I've gone ahead and written ...
Views: 2036(1 vote) - Public Speaking 101 - Use These Ground Rules Before You Start Your Training Session - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2012 from Jack Wong | The Family Centred EntrepreneurHow many of you are currently doing public speaking? If so, how many of you will start presenting your topic at the very beginning because you are afraid of time overrun? Here is my opinion. Even though I have only 60 minutes to present a topic, I will still spend at least 7 to 10 minutes to set ...
Views: 2036 - Respectful Talk, Negotiation and Compromise - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Joan ChamberlainA Deeper Look at Relationship Talk. Just as there’s no crying in baseball, there’s no arguing in committed relationships. Yes, there’s disagreement because we’re all different. Yes, there’s discussion if our views are different. But, within the discussion there’s respect. Then, ...
Views: 2034 - Exceptional Presentation Skills: Turning Up The Heat - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Milly SonnemanDo you wish you had exceptional presentation skills? Are you are fed up with not getting noticed, not getting ahead, and being a wallflower? If so, it’s time to take a step forward. Giving phenomenal presentations is a lot simpler than it looks. Imagine you are cooking a wonderful meal. ...
Views: 2028 - Communication: Does It Matter How You Greet Someone? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperThere are going to be times in one’s life when they meet someone for the first time, and how they greet them is likely have a big impact on what happens after they have met. This is because the other person’s first impressions are going to be heavily influenced by what takes place during this ...
Views: 2027 - Peter Fogel's "The Secret to Creating Smooth Transitions During Your Speech!" - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2010 from Peter FogelEver drive a stick shift in a car? If you have, then you soon discovered if you don't use the clutch the right way (too fast or too slow -- or not at all), the gears will collide and you'll hear an annoying and scary grinding of metal. Most new teenage drivers know this hellacious sound. ...
Views: 2024(2 votes) - How to Deal with Our Changing World - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Joan CurtisWhy are we so resistant to change? As I loaded up my dogs this morning to take them to the vet for their annual physicals, I wondered why they were panting their heads off and their bodies were shaking from head to foot. Dogs, like people, are accustomed to routine. When I loaded them in the ...
Views: 2023 - Communication: Is It Important To Be Emotionally Expressive? - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to connecting to other people, our facial expressions play an important role. And like one’s body language and their tone of voice, one is not always aware of how they’re coming across. Or one might be aware of their body language and their tone of choice, but their facial ...
Views: 2022 - How Team Building Activities Impact the Bottom Line - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2013 from Rob JacksonEverybody comes out of a team building workshop feeling renewed and with a deeper sense of camaraderie. The immediate splash back is that co-workers tend to be more helpful and tolerant of each other a few days after the activity. But unless the team building activities lead to some type of ...
Views: 2020(1 vote) - Microsoft Certifications How To Beneficial For You? - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Nelson JaquesMicrosoft suggests an oversized portfolio of software program, information software and alternative technologies. Every program needs a particular talent set and data for basic, average and advanced operation. In a few things, Microsoft’s programs are designed for improvement by info technology ...
Views: 2018 - Sticky Situations with Clients - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2009 from Joan CurtisA customer breaks his word, chews out someone on your staff or keeps calling you in the middle of the night. What do you do? Do you shrug it off, remembering the customer is always right? When looking at sticky situations with clients, we sometimes decide to put our heads in the sand. Maybe ...
Views: 2018(4 votes) - Speaking Your Truth with Love - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2011 from Karen DowningSounds like it should be easy? But, most of the time there is a level of apprehension when it comes to being exactly who we want to be. Once you have gone through the process of understanding what your truth is, the next big step in the process is to share that truth with others. A big part ...
Views: 2014(2 votes) - Communication: How Can Someone Make It Easier To Talk To Strangers? - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to talking to someone, how we perceive them usually makes all of the difference. If another person is seen as a friend or someone that one has spoken to before, then it is going to make it easier for one to talk to them. And this is part of being human, because although times ...
Views: 2009 - Dr. Romance (with Alex Franzen) "Do. Not. React" - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2012 from Tina TessinaDO. NOT. REACT. Tips for surviving & mastering confrontation, with grace —in business & in love. Pop quiz, people: How do you drop an atom bomb of sudden, unexpected (and quite possibly, undesirable) information on someone you care about — without behaving like a cruel, ...
Views: 2009(2 votes) - CCNA Certification - bliss or bane! - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2012 from Mehar AhluwaliaIt is known to everyone in the industry these days that after the economic disturbances, IT hiring managers are extensively looking for the right skills along with industry experience. The meaning of right skills here is that they are especially looking for the hands-on experience along with the ...
Views: 2008 - Stopping Workplace Bullying & Creating a Positive Workplace Culture - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Cathy McCarneyExperience of Workplace Bullying Since leaving employment to run my own business, I have discovered the real benefits of being my own boss. When in employment, I was confronted by three workplace bullies, in three separate organisations and job roles, all of which were my managers. At the ...
Views: 2008 - Communication: Is Vulnerability An Asset? - by Submitted on May 04, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to creating a deeper connection and a lasting impression on others; it is often assumed that sharing ones good points is the best approach to take. To share ones vulnerable side is something that should be avoided at all costs. This means that successes and achievements should ...
Views: 2007 - Creating Irresistible Influence with NLP by Charles Faulkner-An Overview - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2011 from Ben SandersonCreating Irresistible Influences with NLP, by Charles Faulkner is a 6 compact disc collection that helps people learn all about how to deal with others in a way others find comfortable. The objective of this collection is truly an old saying. When you offer individuals what they desire, they ...
Views: 2006 - Voice - A Forgotten Path to Success - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2015 from Anne CookHave you ever considered what part the sound of your voice plays in the role of your success? In the book Voice and Diction it says, "People who have poor speaking voices - the kind that set your teeth on edge- are almost always unaware of this." When I was in broadcast school I had to read ...
Views: 2006(1 vote) - Commitment & Success in Public Speaking - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2014 from Dr Ana GarciaI don’t think I have to tell you, if you have picked this book and especially if you have kept reading so far, anything about commitment, because you are already committed not only to becoming a better speaker but also to your own personal growth. It was June 2009, after I made the ...
Views: 2004(2 votes) - Challenge The Behaviour Not The Person - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2010 from Luminita SaviucIf you want to improve your relationships, if you want to build happier and longer lasting social connections, you have to learn how to better communicate. If let’s say for example you are in a relationship and your partner acts in ways that you no longer can accept, ways that are hurting your ...
Views: 2003(2 votes) - 7 Proven Steps to Effectively Resolve Conflict - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2017 from Linda CattelanIs there someone in your office or workplace you just can’t seem to get along with? Do you lock heads with the same person in every meeting? Is there someone in your office that always takes the opposing argument to every point you make? Perhaps you have a conflict you simply can’t ignore any ...
Views: 2001 - HOW TO GET HONEST FEEDBACK - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2009 from Dan O'ConnorIf you want to polish your effective communication skills, learning how to get honest feedback should be part of your training. This professional communication skill is easy to develop simply by practicing one two-step technique. Here’s a typical professional communication example of when ...
Views: 1996(8 votes) - The Macho Test - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2012 from Shelle Rose CharvetDo you want a surefire strategy to convince skeptical people? Check this out Are you Macho? Not sure? Take the Macho Factor Quiz! (click on the link at the end of this article) One of the most irritating aspects of workplace politics is trying to convince someone who takes a Macho ...
Views: 1996 - 14 Crucial MBA Interview Preparation Tips - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2015 from Prince TiwariOnce the hurdle of getting shortlisted after the review of your essays is crossed, the next and final leap before you land into the business school of your choice is the all-important interview. Experienced MBA Admissions Consultants can guide you on how to conduct yourself during the interview ...
Views: 1995 - How To Improve Communication Skills In 5 Simple Steps - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Michael LeeLearning how to improve communication skills is a continuous affair. After all, you're only as good as your last performance. Unless you're the type of person who is satisfied with being second best at everything (and I trust that you aren't), then I'm sure that you will find use for this ...
Views: 1992 - Free mobile dialer to make your smartphone VoIP enabled - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2012 from sally rothThe easy and cheap communication on the international level is the indispensable need in current scenario of globalization. Due to the liberalization policies of several countries, the distances between them are consistently on the decrease. Be it culture, tourism, education, trade, worldwide ...
Views: 1991 - 3 Keys to Harmonious Relationships - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from Amy TorresThere are ways to communicate which help us avoid arguments and develop harmonious relationships. Most people who use the techniques offered below report improvements, not just in their love life, but in relationships with other family members, co-workers, friends, and complete strangers. In ...
Views: 1989(1 vote) - Family Meetings - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2012 from Tina TessinaEvery member of your family has a right to have his or her opinions respected. You don’t have to agree or go along with what your child wants, but you should at least know what it is, and your child should know why you're overriding his or her preferences. Regular family meetings, where ...
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