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Access POWER - by Joseph Riggio- How To Continue A Conversation With A Guy In 5 Easy Stepss - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Michael LeeWant to learn how to continue a conversation with a guy after you started talking with him? Trying too hard might feel a little forced, but trying too less might lose you points as well. What should you do? Read on to learn how to continue a conversation with a guy! Step 1: Pick up verbal ...
Views: 1883 - How To Continue A Conversation With A Girl In 5 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Michael LeeLearning how to continue a conversation with a girl is very easy once you've actually started talking with her. The hardest part is now done and over with. Continuing where you left off - now that's the fun part. Read on to learn how to continue a conversation with a girl! Step 1: Ask ...
Views: 11529(1 vote) - Galaxy S2 Contract - Assuring Benefits As Per Expectations - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Sophie WilsonThe internal memory of 16GB/32GB storage capacity can be extended up to 32 GB using a micro SD card slot. Samsung Galaxy S2 gives you ample of space to store unlimited entries in phone book and call records. The blue tooth and Wi-Fi helps you in immediate data transfer. If you are fond of music ...
Views: 966 - Fetch The Best BlackBerry 8520 Curve contract Deal In The Souk - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Sophie WilsonThe BlackBerry 8520 Curve is a sheer instance of an awesome combo of several elements. Its multiple characters such as USB port, gaming consoles, music player, internet browser, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth connectivity, shooter with an access of video among others make this electronic device more eye ...
Views: 760 - How to Make Enjoyable Conversation - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2011 from Eduard EzeanuOne of the best things you can do in conversations is to feel good and help the other person or persons feel good as well. Enjoyable dialogue is the key to someone’s heart. As a communication coach, people often disclose to me how they find most conversation boring and they only have it out ...
Views: 6432(5 votes) - How to Make Good First Date Conversation - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Eduard EzeanuA first date is an important step in the process of interacting romantically with another person. And good conversation is the fundamental ingredient to a good date. You may have been led to believe that the key to dating success is to look good or be famous or have lots of money. It is true ...
Views: 2009(3 votes) - How to prepare to update your position by new job - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2011 from chanrida kimShould you be one of those people who do not feel satisfied or do not obtain any joy inside your existing job, then it could be a time to move on to a brand new job. This decision needs a great deal of careful planning and thinking. Because of typical circumstances such as conflict together with ...
Views: 1020 - HTC Incredible S - Aggregation Of Style & Features! - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2011 from Sophie WilsonHTC Corporation has come up with a new Android handset in the form of HTC Incredible S. This mobile phone belongs to the Android family of HTC and runs Android v2.2 (Froyo). Many people are puzzled over the operating system choice of HTC for Incredible S. After all, HTC has launched a good ...
Views: 874 - The Most Popular Yet Affordable Messenger Phone - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2011 from Sophie WilsonNokia's C series has established itself as a messaging phones combining an excellent qwerty keyboard design from BlackBerry on a Symbian platform .It is the first QWERTY messenger phone that is being powered by series 40. The stylish phone from Nokia flaunts a metallic finish in front and ...
Views: 613 - Apple iPhone Deals - Have Got Nice Reviews Around The World - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2011 from Sophie WilsonManufacturing giant Apple Inc. is well known for the mobile phones which it launches in the market from time to time. Into its early phase of existence, Apple did not manufacture Mobile phones instead it concentrated wholly and solely on various music devices. But with time, Apple too started ...
Views: 663 - How to Clear Your Leadership Fog - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2012 from Anastasia MontejanoImagine this: You are driving down the road of life on Career Highway in your well-oiled professional machine on your way to a better place. When all of the sudden you find yourself trying to navigate your team through treachery and confusion in the midst of the biggest leadership fog you have ...
Views: 1134(2 votes) - Myths of the Rating Scale - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2011 from Marnie GreenThere are some wacky ideas out there when it comes to rating employee performance. If your organization's performance evaluation system uses a rating scale, you have inevitably heard some crazy ideas about performance evaluations. The following "myths" prevent us from using the performance ...
Views: 1192 - What makes a great teacher? - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2011 from Dr. Christine King[First published in Horses, Inc., 2007] The best teacher I’ve ever had was the guy who taught swine medicine and production during my 4th year of vet school. Now, I just can’t express to you how little interest I had in swine medicine and production! It was about on par with the poultry and ...
Views: 1196 - Fulfill All Your Desires With The Best Of Deals - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2011 from Sophie WilsonApple iPad 2 is a tablet with no support for GSM voice communication, SMS, and MMS but it keeps you connected through Email, Push Email and IM. Running iOS 4 as its operating system, it gives you multiple options for web browsing .The 9.7 inches LED -back lit IPS TFT touchscreen with 16 M colors ...
Views: 748 - How to Deal with Difficult People - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2011 from Terry DeMeo"We need to talk," your partner says. You hear The Tone and glance up from your book. They've got that Look on their face. You know, The Look. The closer they get, the more sure you are. Trouble. With a capital "T". Cue the opening bars from the Jaws soundtrack. A sick feeling in your stomach ...
Views: 1072(1 vote) - Self Sabotaging Self Talk: Words That Set You Up for Failure - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2011 from Adele Tartaglia INSTANT SUBCONSCIOUS REPROGRAMMING The Life Management Center 480/220-2089 eztherapy@gmail.comSelf Sabotaging Self Talk: Words That Set You Up for Failure Part 1 Excerpted from Transform Your Life Instantly: Mental Erasers Make the Law of Attraction Work for You Instead of Against You (c) 2005. In previous articles and radio shows, I have stressed the importance of choosing your ...
Views: 1715 - The New Moon in Gemini: Where Will Your Words Lead You? - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2011 from Ron Archer"Thinking is the talking of the soul with itself." -Plato (427 BC - 347 BC) In addtion to astrology I've talked a bit about my other business- Pure Pooch all natural grooming products for dogs. Earlier this year we launched Pure Pooch shampoo at the Global Pet Expo. Now in the ensuing months ...
Views: 1868 - How to Make Dinner Conversation - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2011 from Eduard EzeanuMany times, dinner is more than a moment during the day to eat; it is also a moment of social interaction. Thus, it is a good idea to also make the best out of it socially. Many of us have dinner in social settings. We don’t eat alone; we eat with other people at the table: our spouse, our ...
Views: 2805(1 vote) - The Benefits of Satellite Internet and How It Has Changed the Way Business is Conducted - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2011 from Asharma JollyThe dynamics of running a business in the modern world has changed much over the years. Today’s business world moves and works faster & and it is essential that you keep up in order to beat the cut throat competition. For any business to succeed, primary goals are to cut expenses, increase ...
Views: 697 - Free 42 inch LCD Tv: Your Dream Gift - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from Sophie WilsonIf you need free 42 inch LCD TV and also looking for a new handset then I can give you a amazing idea which will save lots of your hard earned money. I will suggest you to buy your handset online where you will find a wide series of handsets of all mobile phone brands such as HTC, Blackberry, ...
Views: 1435 - Women at the Water Cooler - Tip #36 - Do you run from or toward? - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from Saara RoblesHow much does fear drive your actions at work? If you think about your current workload and the meetings you have had in the last month, how many are to set up to support or enroll others in an exciting risky, forward thinking strategy? How many are designed to cover your bum or make sure you ...
Views: 1031(1 vote) - Misunderstanding In Communication: How To Resolve It In 5 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from Michael LeeTired of having friends get mad at you for no reason? Or having your boss shout at you even if you don't know what's wrong? Well, maybe a misunderstanding in communication between you and other people has occurred. What you tried to convey may not be what other people understood. But now ...
Views: 10832 - Get the Competitive Edge through Unified Communication - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from Conference SolutionsToday, unified collaboration is the buzz word amongst CEOs, COOs, CFOs, CIOs and CTOs of all leading organisations. This is because a collaborative communication platform provides high return on investment (ROI) and gives the organisation valuable competitive edge. By availing a reliable web ...
Views: 625 - How Video Conference can Reduce Carbon Footprint - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2012 from Conference SolutionsEveryone, including corporate firms across Australia, is concerned about the deteriorating environmental condition. Consequently, corporations have pledged to reduce their carbon footprint. However, companies with regional and global presence are finding it difficult to live up to their word ...
Views: 1056(1 vote) - Can You Hear Me Now? - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from Ereline Clements"I know that you believe you understand what you think I said, but I'm not sure you realize that what you heard is not what I meant.” Robert McCloskey During my first year of teaching school, I discovered that there were many things I did not learn in college. For instance, there was never ...
Views: 1372 - Women at the Water Cooler Tip # 11 - When to be quiet - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from Saara RoblesMost times when working with clients I am offering strategies for learning how to find their voice, expand their voice, get heard, speak up, and make themselves known. You see the direction. However, a great leader knows when to be quiet. When to stop, listen, inquire vs. tell or simply avoid ...
Views: 1122(1 vote) - ***Denying Workplace Conflict - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from Sylvia LafairDid you ever read the warning signs of an impending work disaster, okay maybe, disaster is too strong a word, a work difficulty. Then someone shrugs, pats you on the back and tells you to stop catastrophizing? And when what you prophesized comes to pass, when the project failed or the ...
Views: 2023(1 vote) - The Difference Between a Boss and a Leader - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from Cindy HartmanA born leader. We hear that statement frequently, but what does it really mean? In the corporate world, is every boss a leader? And is every leader a boss? The short answer is “no” to both questions. Let’s look first at the definition (the noun) of the two words. According to ...
Views: 3510(1 vote) - Women at the Water Cooler – Secret # 1 Work vs. Life Persona - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from Saara RoblesA question: “People who know me say I’m a different person at work vs. in the rest of my life. Is that bad?” Maybe, maybe not. How, if at all, does it get in your way? Does your team say that about you? Where does your data come from? Is this a recurring theme? If you look at what people ...
Views: 1034 - 5 Tips For Effective Communication Skills - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from Paul BartonBy Paul Barton http://www.effectivecommunicationsskills.com Want more effective communication skills? Here are five effective communication skills tips to remember: (1) Apply ALL the tools of communication -- not just the words. Your image and the way you are seen by others, your ...
Views: 3277 - Advantages to Hiring Professional Proofreading and Editing Services - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from aldiwan aldiwanCompetition is extremely competitive in the business world today. Firms in all industries compete for customers to choose their firm. This is a result of many companies that perform similar services. Technology helps businesses compete for customers in many ways. Communication is much higher ...
Views: 889 - The History Of The CompTIA A+ Certification - by Submitted on May 25, 2011 from Terro WhiteWhen CompTIA developed the A+ certification in 1993, it was revolutionary. Prior to this time, IT certifications were limited to particular manufacturers. The qualifications for these certifications had quite a bit in common, and yet people still had to be certified for Dell, Compaq and IBM ...
Views: 4158 - Save money by finding a used server cabinet online - by Submitted on May 25, 2011 from Darren ChimesWhen it comes to running a business, the maintenance of your computer systems can be an incredibly expensive part of your overall budget. This area of expenditure becomes more expensive with each passing year as we all come to depend on high spec computer set ups due to the nature of businesses ...
Views: 805 - How To Supercharge Your Business - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Bill PrenticeI am frequently asked what the single most important thing there is to do to improve overall business performance. Before we talk about that one thing let's review the three big components that exist in the best businesses. Highly successful enterprises always utilize a system of management. ...
Views: 1062 - 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: 1917 - Communicate to Stand Out- II - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Manideepa PatnaikCommunicate to Stand Out- II Dr Manideepa Patnaik Dr Manideepa Patnaik Editor in Chief at http://www.ubiqusgroup.com/ijmp Independent trainer on writing at http://sites.google.com/site/awcourse In part I of this article we discussed the six minimum phases that are ...
Views: 958 - Assertive Communication Styles: Important Points To Remember - by Submitted on May 22, 2011 from Michael LeeAssertive communication styles help you clearly and directly state your opinions without violating those of others. They allow you to demand respect without being disrespectful. In contrast to assertive communication styles, aggressive communication violates others' boundaries. It blames, ...
Views: 3675 - Interrupting A Conversation Politely: How To Interrupt Without Being Rude - by Submitted on May 22, 2011 from Michael LeeIt is never easy finding yourself in a situation where you need to interrupt the conversation. Sometimes, your friends are talking among themselves and there is something you can't wait to tell them. Sometimes, others are dominating the conversation and you can't get a word in. Whatever it ...
Views: 7670 - Adjusting Boundaries as a Cure for Stress - by Submitted on May 22, 2011 from Edith SiegAdjusting Boundaries as a Cure for Stress Some people say there is good stress and bad stress. Would you say that getting married is good stress and getting divorced is bad stress? It appears that the body does not distinguish between good and bad stress. There are “50 Common Signs and ...
Views: 1531 - Meeting Needs with NVC - by Submitted on May 21, 2011 from Karen KleinwortThere’s no one on the planet who hasn’t been in a situation wherein tempers and/or emotions escalated – perhaps even dramatically – due to miscommunication or poor communication. When this has happened in your own life, you’ve likely looked back on it afterwards and wondered how things got so ...
Views: 2413(1 vote) - iPad 2 Deals - Latest Groundbreaking Creation From Apple - by Submitted on May 21, 2011 from Sophie WilsonApple has huge rage among gadget lovers all around the globe because of the fact that this troupe is manufacturing surpassing devices that posses the capability to revolutionize the technology market. Some of its recent past launched thingamabobs which are still running successfully in the UK ...
Views: 1017 - Web Conferencing Solutions Changing Corporate Communication Landscape - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Conference SolutionsA sound corporate communication infrastructure is vital for the smooth flow of information from one person or department to another. However, many large organizations deploy their personnel in various cities to expand their business and therefore need a reliable system that allows people to ...
Views: 708 - Communicate to Stand Out - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Manideepa PatnaikCommunicate to Stand Out – I Dr Manideepa Patnaik Editor in Chief at http://www.ubiqusgroup.com/ijmp Independent trainer on writing at http://sites.google.com/site/awcourse Communication is the most ...
Views: 1207 - Want Better Results? Have Better Conversations - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Elizabeth FreedmanWhat would it mean to your business if…. Sales professionals had better conversations with prospects? Leaders had better conversations with clients? Managers had better conversations with their teams? Employees had better conversations with each other? It isn’t any secret that it makes ...
Views: 2072 - How to Guarantee You Are Listening - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Karen Keller, Ph.D.When you speak, do others hear you? Do they ‘listen’ to you? Are you listening to them? Listening and hearing are different actions. Hearing is the physical act of the ear picking out sounds from another’s voice. It simply happens. Listening is what you consciously choose to do. Listening ...
Views: 847(1 vote) - Know about different types of Handset - by Submitted on May 18, 2011 from jasmine smithWith the advent of technology life has become highly easy and fast. Today we have different devices which have enabled life to run smoothly. One of these hi- tech devices are the handsets. Even in the last decade handsets were not as popular as they are today. Today we can find every second ...
Views: 652 - What to look for in a Website Design Company? - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from John SilverstoneThere is no doubt that if you want to attract a large volume of your potential customers to your website, you need to hire Wildnet Technologies for your website design. Read on to find out why as well as what to look for in a good website design company. There is no doubt that if you want to ...
Views: 958 - What are SEO services and why do you need them? - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from John SilverstoneSEO stands for Search Engine Optimization. This means that your website is optimized to be found on search engines when web users search on keywords that are relevant to you. Wildnet Technologies offers SEO services to ensure that you are where your target audience is looking for you. Body: ...
Views: 1032 - Do You Dare to Lead? - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Lizabeth PhelpsIn some circles, I say that I am in the business of communication--but the bigger truth is that I’m in the business of developing leaders of change, who of course must communicate with extraordinary skill. Throughout most of history, leaders of change were confined to the political, academic, ...
Views: 883 - Being Heard - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Jonathan M FlaksI have a client who runs a business and has two people working in his main office. They weren't answering the phones with the level of energy that he considered representative and efficient. He had frequently asked them to change their behavior, but he didn't seem to get through to them. ...
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