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Access POWER - by Joseph Riggio- Is Your Presentation Style Truly Collaborative? - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Milly SonnemanAfter a recent presentation skills training, I had an interesting question from one of our participants. What is a truly collaborative presentation style? I found it fascinating because we can learn so much from people who present in a collaborative manner. I recommend you take a moment right ...
Views: 1553 - Why Whiteboard Presentations Save Headaches, Time and Money - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Milly SonnemanEver wonder why whiteboard presentations are so popular with creative teams? If you want to start saving headaches, time and money…whiteboard presenting is the way to go. More and more teams use whiteboards to collaborate, design and share ideas. Game designers. Creative marketing teams. App ...
Views: 1386(1 vote) - Costly Presentation Errors—Easy To Avoid - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Milly SonnemanBig client presentation coming up? Set your compass on winning. To win, watch out for these costly presentation errors. These 5 common pitfalls are easy to avoid—if you start now. Many presenters rely on old slides. They dust them out, combine them with each other, and head off to win the ...
Views: 1317 - Don't Be an Emotional Doormat with These Five Power-Maxing Tricks - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Marion ChamberlainDo you have a rubber or cloth rectangular object lying at your front door? You know that thing that is meant to collect all the dirt and dust from your shoes? Yes, the common term used is doormat. Most of us go out and get ones that are seasonal or tie into the décor of our house. And what ...
Views: 3003 - 4 Easy Steps To High Impact Presenting - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Milly SonnemanBack in 7th grade, I learned a secret of high-impact presenting. The power of information layering. While tools and times have changed, the power of layers has stayed true. Here’s how it works. People like to see the big picture first. Simple, really. But, not necessarily commonly used. ...
Views: 1834(1 vote) - 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: 1950 - Social Media Networking - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Chris BoswellThroughout the last three years or so Social bookmarking on sites like socioipetal has brought her considerable show from enormous organisations. Fb increasingly being an illustration of this a big ruling alpha dog throughout their particular field, therefore unexpectedly buying stressed in ...
Views: 1289 - Reaching the Decision Makers with Video - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Sandra Dee RobinsonTo film or not to film? Creation of your visual brand is a powerful marketing step. That’s a given. But what if you are trying to reach executives? Don’t they prefer charts, figures, whitepaper and written statistics to video? Truth is, executives are just like the rest of us. A ...
Views: 1044 - Are You a “Head” or a “Feeling” Person? And Why Does It Matter? - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Joan ChamberlainA Deeper Look at Personality Concepts. Image by Ed YourdonUsually, when I'm meeting with a couple that's having trouble talking together, I'll ask each of them to identify whether they're a "head" person or a "feeling" person? They usually know already and that gets us off to a good ...
Views: 2464 - Dick Cheney’s New Book: ‘In My Time: A Personal and Political Memoir’ - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Joan ChamberlainA Deeper Look at the Controlling Personality. I’m a daily reader of USA Today, a wonderful newspaper. Susan Page, a USA Today writer, wrote a long, informative piece on Dick Cheney after ...
Views: 1685 - 7 Insider Secrets For Killer Sales Presenting - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Milly SonnemanGiving a big sales presentation? If your pitch presentation is coming up, wouldn’t it help to know the secrets? You know…the ones that the pros never ever tell you. You bet! Killer sales presenting is an art, science and system. Top performers have this down cold. They don’t wing it. They ...
Views: 1362(1 vote) - How To Create Persuasive Sales Presentations In Minutes - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Milly SonnemanYes, minutes—not hours. Not days. Not all weekend. Not anymore. If you’re ready to connect with customers and prospects and share your solutions—here is the quick and easy way to design highly persuasive sales presentations. Sales presenting is a critical part of professional business. If ...
Views: 2581 - How To Design An Effective PowerPoint Sales Presentation - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Milly SonnemanAre you and your teams giving effective PowerPoint sales presentations? Or are you guilty of putting audiences to sleep? While sales professionals have the best intentions, poor sales presentations often stems from poor planning. It’s not that you are intentionally abusing your audience. But ...
Views: 1814 - Contract phones – Giving Hands for development - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2011 from Mark BushThe craze for owning a itinerant will be sensed among all classes of users. Whether or not it's the grand previous man who lives all by himself and desires a phone additional for emergencies than anything, or the youngster who's simply out of faculty, a telephone will be noticed in everybody's ...
Views: 572 - Career development - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2011 from HowDo UseemWe are in a new era of career development. It is no longer a manager's or a HR's responsibility to develop their employees. It is up to us to develop our career globally, with our skills and preferences in mind. We have the power to choose our own career development path. In order to do this ...
Views: 1304 - The World Has Changed-Have You? - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2011 from Sharon SinclairThe World Has Changed-Have You? People come to work committed to contributing and making a difference for their organizations, their teams and themselves. The systems, processes and structures of organizations have evolved over time and mostly in reaction to emerging circumstances. ...
Views: 816(5 votes) - Apple makes an impression with iPhone 4S 16GB - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2011 from Cat JohnesiPhone 4S 16 GB is exceeding smartphone by Apple. The phone with incredible features and outstanding looks is sure to break all the records in terms of sale. The next generation iPhone has finally reached the market with release of iPhone 4S 16GB on October 14th 2011. The highly acclaimed ...
Views: 723 - Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo – An advanced phone with unmatched features - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2011 from Mark BushIt is known by names such as Sony Ericsson Xperia Kyno and Sony Ericsson Hallon. It is announced in the market by the company in February of 2011 and is launched in the market in March of 2011 and if one wants to purchase it then he can buy it at UK Online Phone Shop. It has 2G network of ...
Views: 727 - Samsung Galaxy SII i9100 White – A remarkable phone from remarkable company - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2011 from Mark BushSamsung galaxy II is one of the most successful Smartphone of the Galaxy series. It is soon going to be available in the market in a very novel look. The handset is ready to come up in full white color. This brand new Samsung Galaxy II is listed on Expansys as EU model and by some other website ...
Views: 1050 - How to Find the Best Cell Phone - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2011 from Nawed KarimCell phone usage is increasing exponentially in the present days due to its astounding inbuilt features, trendy outlook, reasonable price, handy nature and much more. They have also become as an integral part of everyone’s day-to-day life. Today, almost all the people have a cell phone in their ...
Views: 633 - Women and Business Communication – 5 Tips to Win the Deal - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2011 from Linda FinkleWomen are an integral part of the business world today. Poised, authoritative and confident most women feel they have to sacrifice likeability for authority. If you have to list three major traits of any successful business communicator, they would be credibility, likeability and authority – ...
Views: 1447 - Bridging The Gender Communication Gap - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2011 from Sarah RuizLet’s face it men and women are monumentally different in every way, but we need to figure out how to communicate especially since we are in businesses together, partnerships, marriages and even co-parents for our children. We need effective ways to communicate and bridge the gender gap. Here ...
Views: 3271 - HTC Radar - Upgraded Windows 7.5 Mango HTC Phone Rolled out! - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2011 from Cat JohnesFinally, the latest smartphone from HTC which is running on Windows Phone 7.5 Mango update has been rolled out in October this year. HTC Radar is the first phone to operate on the latest Mango update, this phone has been designed to take over HTC 7 Mozart and HTC 7 Trophy which are also ...
Views: 946 - A Missing Personality Trait - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Joan ChamberlainA Deeper Look at Personality Traits In a Relationship When Ashley came to talk last night, I expected Mike to be with her. But instead, she was alone. He’d gone grocery shopping and had completely lost track of time. She was disappointed and frustrated at the same time. She and Mike ...
Views: 1128 - 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: 1955 - FENG SHUI FOR THE VIRTUAL INBOX: How to write emails that generate desired feedback and flow in your personal and professional life - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Yvonne PhillipsHow to write emails that generate desired feedback and flow in your personal and professional life Feng Shui is about feeling good. These positive vibrations are generated through the strategic placement of items, colors and shapes within space. What we call “positive flow” and ...
Views: 1473 - 6 Networking Tips for New Entrepreneurs - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Marquita HeraldNetworking and learning to talk to people you don’t know is an essential skill for most business people, but especially for entrepreneurs. There is a strong correlation between the entrepreneur as a person and his or her business that requires they get out into the world to create and maintain ...
Views: 1554(1 vote) - You Have to Get the Cows Out of the Creek First - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Chris Ruisi“There is only one way to solve a problem – the right way” – Chris Ruisi, The Coach and Business Motivational Speaker of Choice “Get the cows out of the creek” is an expression I first learned about when I read an article about Meg Whitman, the then CEO of E-Bay (and now the new CEO of HP). ...
Views: 1329 - The Introverted Leader - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Chris HammerI’m an introvert. And so are many other reasonably bright, well-rounded, effective individuals. So it’s not a bad thing. But I do believe that to be most effective, the introverted leader should examine what this personality style can mean in the context of leadership – and know how to leverage ...
Views: 1259(1 vote) - Being Real - by Submitted on May 27, 2012 from Chris HammerAfter a meeting with a client today I was struck at how positive my mood was. I reflected on why this was, and I came to the conclusion that it really boiled down to authenticity: to the opportunity for both of us to just ‘be real’. We both took advantage of that space that coaching affords – ...
Views: 2209(2 votes) - Common Mistakes in Leadership and Relationships - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Chris HammerLeadership skills and relationship development are two of the biggest themes I see in my coaching practice. This article is about two of the most common mistakes (and remedies) I see in these areas: A common mistake I see with new leaders is that they too often try to jump in too quickly ...
Views: 1157(1 vote) - How To Be More Influential - by Submitted on May 27, 2012 from Chris HammerAre you in a position to influence others – at work, at home, in your community? Is having influence important to your position or cause (as a manager, parent, or someone with a vision who’s trying to create something better)? Do the ways in which you exert your influence tend to work well; and ...
Views: 1189(1 vote) - Coaching Skills for Leaders (The Nuts and Bolts) - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Chris HammerResearch has shown that people perform at higher levels when they are coached as opposed to “managed”. So, you might be asking, what is coaching, in a nutshell? What are some of the tools I can use as a leader? How, specifically, do I have a “coaching” conversation? Coaching is about ...
Views: 1289(1 vote) - Better Communication Equals More Effective Leadership - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Chris HammerWhen I started coaching some time back, I made it my mission to absorb as much information as I could about leadership (specifically in the areas of interpersonal effectiveness and good communication): devouring books on leadership models, leadership coaching, business, etc. I interviewed ...
Views: 1402(1 vote) - Using “Glance & Grab” to Perk Up Your PowerPoint - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Stephanie ScottiYouTube videos satirize them. Bestsellers criticize them. And we all dread them. I’m talking about those dense, badly organized, put-you-to-sleep PowerPoint presentations. Why do people keep plodding down the typical tedious PowerPoint path? Here are a few possible reasons: That’s the ...
Views: 1360 - Familiarity overcomes fear of public speaking - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Rubel ZamanPublic speaking terrifies almost everybody-even the people who do it all the time. The veterans, however, triumph over their fears with painstaking preparation and dedicated practice It's the stuff of nightmares. People wake-up screaming from hideous overnight visions of standing before ...
Views: 1089(1 vote) - Familiarity overcomes fear of public speaking - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Rubel ZamanPublic speaking terrifies almost everybody-even the people who do it all the time. The veterans, however, triumph over their fears with painstaking preparation and dedicated practice It's the stuff of nightmares. People wake-up screaming from hideous overnight visions of standing before ...
Views: 1089(1 vote) - HTC Sensation White - Dual Core Power With Android In HTC Phone! - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2011 from Cat JohnesHTC Sensation White is the incredible handset designed by the Taiwan based firm. The phone boasts of the great design together with features which are exciting! With so many smartphones available in the market including the likes of Samsung Galaxy S2 and LG Optimus 2X the competition in ...
Views: 1032 - Blackberry Torch 9800 White - Revealing the wonders of new BlackBerry 6 OS - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2011 from Cat JohnesBlackberry Torch 9800 White is the first device of company toting BlackBerry 6 operating system and packing slew of innovative specs. RIM is enjoying a distinct popularity in the smartphone market with its launch of Blackberry series. Its Blackberry Torch 9800 White has to its credit of ...
Views: 966 - Get more advantage in affordable way with Clearance mobile phones - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2011 from Mark BushToday there are several mobile manufacturers who manufactures mobile phones and its accessories .Nokia, Samsung, Sony Ericsson, LG, Motorola, HTC, Blackberry are just to name a few of the key players. There is a fierce competition among their mobile manufactures to attain the highest share of ...
Views: 614 - Make your life simpler with sim free phones - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2011 from Mark BushHuman kind is asking for more and more things. Once upon a time the necessities of life were restricted to land, air and water. But it’s not now just restricted to only these three, everyday a new need adds to his list. Among these have been mobile phones as well. Years back, mobile phone was ...
Views: 607 - Get pocket friendly deals with cheap payg phones - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2011 from Mark BushMobile phone today not only keeps you connected to your loved ones via phone calls but also serve variety of other services such as recording, photography, sending text messages, music etc. These are just a few to mention in fact a smart phone as it is called is a replica of a mini computer, it ...
Views: 653 - Get latest and discounted deals on online phone shop - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2011 from Mark BushEverybody likes to possess a latest gizmo which is of multiple uses. An excellent example of this is indeed a mobile phone. Mobile phones come in use for all kind of people weather it is for business, or for teenagers. People who are on the move or have to always keep in touch with their clients ...
Views: 539 - Step by step guide on how to make iPhone ringtones - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2011 from Allex LippertIPhone ringtone making is really a hard task for many users especially for the new users. But, if you know how to do it then it will be easy for you. Today, I will tell you about one of the easiest ways on how to make iPhone ringtones (melodies). As it is known, to set the MP3-file as a ringtone ...
Views: 526 - Benefits of Coffee - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2011 from Allex LippertThe caffeine in coffee can advance absorption by accretion alertness. However, affirmation suggests that it does not necessarily advance children bookish achievement as some accept claimed. Higher analysis array a part of coffee-drinking accouchement are added acceptable the aftereffect of the ...
Views: 487 - 5 Ways to Solve the Age Issue in Interviews - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from Krista MitchellDo you think employers are shying away from hiring you because of your age? Have you been told you’re “overqualified”? You may not be able to hide your age, but there are ways to make hiring you appealing. There are five main reasons why employers don’t want to hire older applicants, and here is ...
Views: 1183 - Stop Making Excuses - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2011 from Chris RuisiAlbert Ellis, was an American psychologist, who in 1955 developed Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) once said, "The best years of your life are the ones in which you decide your problems are your own. You do not blame them on your mother, the ecology, or the president. You realize ...
Views: 1359(1 vote) - What else do Students need to know ? - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2011 from Elizabeth McNallyWHAT ELSE DO STUDENTS NEED TO KNOW? They need to know you genuinely care. So hear their concerns; Tune into their feelings; Show you really care with your actions. They need to know you walk your talk meaning if you say it, you do it. They need a daily dose of HOPE and HUMOUR. I know ...
Views: 1322 - Avail benefits from scrabble word finder! - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2011 from Michael GaffaneyIf you are one of those people who want to get perfection at online games like scrabble and words with friends then you must follow some ways through which you can easily improve your vocabulary. Although, you can use any of the idea as per your convenience but using online Scrabble word finder ...
Views: 981 - Communication skills- An effective way to enhance your business - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2011 from Bahadir YenerCommunication skill is an important quality every employee in the marketing team needs. With the right communication skills one can interact better with other persons. Right type of communication helps you to better understand the customers and in addition the employees can also tell about their ...
Views: 764 - Selling To Busy Execs? Speak A Visual Language - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2011 from Milly SonnemanNeed to catch attention of busy, frazzled buyers? If your clients are short on attention…you need to speak a visual language. Find out how. More and more professionals are turning to visual communication to connect with busy global buyers. Decision makers look for visuals to simplify complex ...
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