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4 Steps to Develop Your Unique Speech and Voice Brand - by Lynda StuckyCommunication Without Fear - by Lynda Stucky5 Cool Tricks To Increase Your Self-Confidence When You Speak - by Lynda Stucky- The 3Cs to building Critical work place relationships - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Executive Coach InternationalThe amount of time that you spend at your work place takes up almost 50% of your time. Since so much of our lives and energy are consumed by our job, isn’t it then important and natural that we learn to not just work well with our colleagues but build up great relationships with them? Many ...
Views: 1891(1 vote) - The 5 Benefits of Virtual Coaching Engagements - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2009 from Josephine RomanoGuiding, instructing and training others for a certain cause or reason are needed in order to establish a strong virtual team. Coaching is regarded as one of the most effective ways in attaining or developing a certain goal or criteria. A lot of individuals and groups consider this method an ...
Views: 1057(1 vote) - The Financial Journey less traveled............ - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from SCOTT LIFERToday’s financial economy is such a mystical, un-tangible atmosphere of banking, mutual funds, stocks and bonds and the mainstream 401k that no one seems to know where to turn for answers and solutions that will allow them any sort of stability with respect to their financial picture. We have ...
Views: 1386(4 votes) - The Importance Of Accountability ~ Building Your Support System For Success - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2012 from JODI NICHOLSONThe Importance Of Accountability ~ Building Your Support System For Success By Jodi Nicholson, CPC MCSC Establishing a strong support system is a vital part of anyone’s success and as a coach, consultant and mentor I encourage you to embrace the quality of accountability. It's wise to ...
Views: 3026(2 votes) - The Key to Becoming Unstuck: How to create healthy habits, and achieve great things - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2010 from Racheal GovenderThe Key to Becoming Unstuck: How to create healthy habits, and achieve great things Have you ever had times when it just felt like you are STUCK! No matter what you do to move forward, you can’t! No matter what we’d like to achieve, we just can’t get to a place of developing better habits. ...
Views: 2297(3 votes) - The Old Ways Need To Go For a Change - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2013 from Dough peterCorporations and other companies are in the trend of trimming their staff to bring down operational expenses. In an attempt to move on the path of progress, enhancement and betterment the management took on reducing their expenses by removing many people from their jobs and asking the people ...
Views: 1112(1 vote) - The SECRET Truth Accountability Plays in Success - by Submitted on May 10, 2010 from Kris CavanaughAccountability: Whether you love that word or hate it, it is invariably one of the active ingredients for personal and professional success. The importance of accountability is proven in corporate situations where the C.E.O.s are held accountable by a Board of Directors. They have to report ...
Views: 1239(1 vote) - The Steps You Must Take To Turn Your Wishes into Written Goals & How to Achieve Them - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2010 from Andre Zizi• Write all of the goals you truly and intensely desire to achieve • Find out the hierarchy of importance of each goal you wrote • Start writing the first and most important goal #1 • Use the future tense ‘ I will ‘ For example: I will start writing my first book on x.y.z • The goal ...
Views: 1531(2 votes) - THE TEN PRACTICAL Ps OF PUBLIC SPEAKNG - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2011 from Fred HaleySometimes we need clear directions to prepare for our next public speaking engagement. You have seen the "Ten Tips" on other sites. They miss important steps. Here are my Ten Practical "P's" for effective public speaking. Print them. Post them. Carry them everywhere. Practice them to make ...
Views: 1236(1 vote) - To Train or Not to Train - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2009 from Rosanne DausilioAccording to a recent survey recently conducted by Tealeaf, a leading customer experience management company, one key element to surviving an economic downturn is excellent customer service. This is a huge opportunity for companies (like yours) willing to significantly improve their customer ...
Views: 1337(1 vote) - Transform Past Failure into Future Success - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2010 from Sarah HathornWhether they are emerging leaders in a large corporation or solo entrepreneurs, almost everyone has experienced a painful career failure or two. The end of the year is always a great time to really look back over the past months and years with a view toward learning how to leverage past failure ...
Views: 1415(1 vote) - Treating People as Commodities - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2009 from Craig NathansonThe culture treats people as commodities I see it everywhere - people working in jobs which carry little meaning and provide little support for personal development. Worst, the culture treats people as commodities. Performance review systems, manager-employee meetings, and even rewards are ...
Views: 7227(1 vote) - Trust Yourself - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2014 from Jeanna GabelliniHave you ever put off doing something that you knew would benefit your business because you felt the investment was too big? If you want a profit breakthrough here’s a surefire way … Invest time in learning, brainstorming, planning, and executing. Invest money in those things, ...
Views: 1320(1 vote) - What Drives Your Customers? - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2010 from Beth FrankIn my last blog, I wrote about the importance of identifying and working with the right clients. Once you’ve identified your correct clients, you must understand what drives them. There is a Dan Sullivan concept called DOS. DOS stands for Dangers, Opportunities, and Strengths. D is for ...
Views: 809(1 vote) - What is your Value Proposition as a Real Estate Agent? - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2009 from Cheri AlguireAs a real estate agent, it is important to know your value. Your value is determined by what you have to offer the consumer. It is important to remember that consumer perception is consumer reality. Every agent on the path of success must be able to answer the following question from a consumers ...
Views: 12813(1 vote) - What's in a Name? Business Coach or Business Consultant? - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2011 from Shawn BrodofAs a business coach, I am often mistaken for a business "consultant". I am quick to make the distinction of the stark contrasts between the two professions. Before I dive into the differences between the professions, it is important to note that they do have at least one thing in common: both ...
Views: 1374(2 votes) - Who is my Project Customer? - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2010 from Mark ReedWahoo(!) - You got the project! Congratulations are in order, but after the immediate euphoria, reality soon rears it's sometimes ugly head: * Time and cost of your project have been dictated for strategic reasons. * The objectives seem subjective and you are not sure what they ...
Views: 5338(1 vote) - Why Air-Writing Doubles Your Memory - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2010 from Hal WechslerWhy Air-Writing Doubles Your Long-Term Memory You have seen kids play the AIR (make-believe) guitar, while listening to music. Strangely, each time they ACT like performers playing a genuine guitar – they IMPRINT the music and fingering on their long-term memory. How come? They are using ...
Views: 1721(1 vote) - Why Are Your Values So Important To Job Satisfaction? - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2017 from Michele MolitorYou’ve probably seen the “corporate values” posted on the wall somewhere of the headquarters of an organization, or on their website perhaps. You might actually read them and think to yourself, those are nice. It might even give you a bit of a warm-n-fuzzy feel about the work that company is ...
Views: 1570(2 votes) - The Importance of Knowing and Honoring Your Core Values! - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Suzanne McKennaWhen setting goals to get us to where we want to be in life it is so important that we always honor our core values in all we do. WHAT ARE CORE VALUES? Firstly values are the things in life which are most important to you but core values go even deeper still. These are the qualities and ...
Views: 5397(10 votes) - The Art Of Leadership: Beyond The Nuts And Bolts Of Managing - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from Bill Cole"Hold yourself responsible to a higher standard than anybody else expects of you. Never excuse yourself." --Henry Ward Beecher "The new leader is a facilitator, not an order giver." --John Naisbitt Volumes have been written about the MBA-driven attributes of top business leaders. You ...
Views: 1309(4 votes) - Executive In Life (Part One) - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2010 from Peter StoneExecutive In Life (Part One) In your life, you are the Executive involved, or maybe not. If you are feeling challenged, fulfilled and in balance between your personal, work, family, and relationships; if you are feeling fulfillment from all of your efforts, then you are, indeed, the executive ...
Views: 1728(3 votes) - 4 Effective Techniques for Employee Motivation - by Submitted on May 07, 2013 from Tom Bordon"People often say that motivation doesn't last. Well, neither does bathing - that's why we recommend it daily." ~ Zig Ziglar For the CEO, it is always a challenge to motivate his employees and also keep them motivated. Motivated employees are at the forefront to take up new challenges, adapt ...
Views: 1913(2 votes) - Employee Engagement and Motivation -- Two magic words that will multiply team performance - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2010 from Mark BuchanI was with my mentor today and we were talking about his time in management and he was relaying a story to me that left me stuck for words. In fact the message was so basic that I may have disregarded it completely. He was telling me that he had just taken on a new role in a large ...
Views: 2280(4 votes) - In a Jobless Economic Recovery Why Not Create Your Own Job? - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Geoff Fickeby: Geoff Ficke In a Jobless Economic Recovery Why Not Create Your Own Job? These are troubling economic times in the United States and in Europe. Even the least informed citizen instinctively understands this fact. Government debt is piling up, countries are bankrupt, companies are ...
Views: 1588(2 votes) - Ma$$ive Prosperity - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2014 from Jeanna GabelliniWhat's the best way to attract massive prosperity? If you knew, you'd already be doing it right? You have the formula right under your nose and may not know it. The answer is similar to this riddle … Q: How do you eat an elephant? A. One bite at a time. The same is true for ...
Views: 1433(2 votes) - Retaining Employees – Protecting Your Most Important Asset - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Sharon MikrutIn the nonprofit field, salaries are generally low and working with clients who have multiple needs can be challenging. Although this can make employee retention difficult, there are steps you can take to provide a work environment that is supportive and fun, one that individuals look forward ...
Views: 1893(2 votes) - Service Professionals - 3 Tips For Attracting New Clients Even During a Slow Economy - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Tom BufordAre you sitting there wishing that you had more paying clients? Are you worried that people aren't investing because of a slow-down in the economy? Do you have a stack of business cards or a newsletter list that's just sitting there? Well, here are three things that you can do right now to ...
Views: 854(2 votes) - Tips to Being a Better Boss - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2013 from Jane CranstonNo matter what type of workplace you choose to operate in, you undoubtedly have to manage people. They might be direct reports, clients or customers, interns, freelancers, vendors, colleagues, and of course the often most challenging of all, your boss or business partner. Here are a few tips on ...
Views: 1653(2 votes) - Top Secrets of The Expert Job Search - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Steven Provenzano, CPRW/CEIPTop Secrets of The Expert Search By Steven Provenzano, CPRW/CEIP Author: Top Secret Executive Resumes Every day I talk with top professionals and executives looking for a better job. But deep down, they know they want more than a job - they want more fulfillment. They need to see a ...
Views: 1201(2 votes) - Why BEING GROUNDED is Step 1 for Power & Success - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2012 from Hal WechslerIf You’re Grounded, Your Left & Right Brains Are in Alignment For Winning • 1. Get This: everything else depends on it! Human folk are living in the PAST or the Future (in-their-head) about half-their-waking-hours (46.5%) of the time. “Not-grounded” is triggered by Daydreaming, & ...
Views: 1382(3 votes) - Are You Prepared to Deliver Your Halftime Speech? - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2010 from Chris Williams“Where there is no leadership the people fall, but in an abundance of counselors there is safety.”- Proverbs 11:14 It’s hard to believe five months of 2010 are already history. As we approach the halfway point in one of the most unique times ever to do business, what message will you deliver ...
Views: 2063(8 votes) - The Secret to Attracting New Clients in Crowds - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2012 from Yoon CannonOur perceptions sometimes get us in trouble. We might believe someone is thinking something about a situation, only to realize we were completely off base. Communication is the key to determining what someone is thinking, but absolute communication is not always possible. As business owners, it ...
Views: 1559(4 votes) - ***6 Steps to Amazing Success with Coaching - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2011 from Sylvia LafairEver wonder exactly what you say that makes people take action? Ever wonder if there are key phrases and specific words that cause someone to engage with you, follow your advice, thank you for making a difference in their lives? Research into how the brain communicates with itself and with ...
Views: 1528(2 votes) - 7 Steps to Make Leadership Simple - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2011 from Chris RuisiOver the course of my corporate career, as well as my career as a leadership keynote speaker, I have had the opportunity to observe, work for and learn from some great business leaders. From my experiences with the “best leaders” I have known, I have compiled what I believe is a list of some ...
Views: 1087(2 votes) - A Business Model That Really Succeeds at Warfare - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2009 from Geoff FickeMercenary soldiers have been used by nation states since Biblical times. The Romans used Goth mercenaries to fight Hannibal and his Carthaginian army. The English used Celtic warriors to defend them against the Vikings. The British used Hessians during the Revolutionary War here in the United ...
Views: 2321(2 votes) - Achieve a Self-Worth to Rival Your Affluent Net Worth - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteMoney is a vehicle, not a measurement of value. Today’s culture is plush with unprecedented comforts and luxuries. Yet, it seems the more material things we have the more we want. And it takes more and more money to get the good stuff, what we think is the good life. We need more to measure up. ...
Views: 1569(1 vote) - Affording the Right Level of Autonomy - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Chris HammerHow much autonomy is appropriate to give? Empowering our children, employees, or anyone we’re leading is, we know, the best way to improve satisfaction, motivation, and commitment – but it also takes the right style to pull it off successfully. Do you tend to micromanage others: monitoring ...
Views: 1094(1 vote) - Analyze Promotions from Every Angle - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2012 from Sarah HathornOftentimes a great looking promotion comes along only because it satisfies a temporary need. Maybe they had to fire someone, for example, or the company is in the middle of reorganization. Once the position is filled and your company feels stable again they may start a more in-depth search for ...
Views: 1317(1 vote) - Are You Putting the Cart Before the Donkey? - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2009 from Judy IrvingHave you said this to yourself: I have a great product so I need to get busy with the marketing; without fully doing market research or product research, or creating a business plan first? I call this putting the cart before the donkey. Can a cart actually pull a donkey? A donkey can ride in a ...
Views: 1723(1 vote) - Benefits of Joining a CEO Peer Group - by Submitted on May 21, 2012 from Tom BordonYou must have heard of the phrase, 'It is lonely at the top'. Well, this phrase holds so true for CEOs and other top ranking people of an organization. When you own a business it is highly unlikely that you will share your fears or challenges in front of your employees. And even if you do so, it ...
Views: 2379(1 vote) - By Understanding Behaviour We Can Manage Performance - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2013 from Anne Dranitsaris and Heather Dranitsaris-HilliardWhat benefit is it to the organization if short-term goals are met but a leader’s behaviour contributes to employee unrest, sabotage, or high turnover with loss of skills and knowledge? Leaders must be aware of how their behaviour impacts on the motivation and performance of their ...
Views: 1812(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: 1255(1 vote) - Crisis Management 5 Tips for CEOs - by Submitted on May 08, 2012 from Tom BordonCompanies, big, medium, small or startups, have one thing in common – try as hard as they might, they can be, at any point of time, get hit by a crisis. The crisis or problem can strike at any time, in any form – be it product-related, financial, human resource, public relations, legal, market ...
Views: 2834(1 vote) - Decoding 5 Unwritten Dress Code Rules That Will Make Or Break Your Career - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2011 from Sarah HathornSenior decision makers and HR executives constantly confide in me that high potential candidates for promotions and leadership positions just do not exude the kind of image that will let them keep moving onward and upward. But they don’t know how to explain this to these employees without the ...
Views: 2975(1 vote) - Delegate Effectively, Shift Their Mood First - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Liz CassidyWhen you delegate effectively the person you delegate to is both willing and able to take on your task. Being able to shift someone else’s mood up a notch is a useful life skill and is especially useful for leaders and influencers. Being able to shift others moods is a core part of Emotional ...
Views: 2750(1 vote) - Franchising……a Retirement Plan or Prison Sentence? - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from Bernadette BoasFranchisors and Franchisees: there are many conversations, in person and online, that are attempting to determine responsibility and accountability for the success or failure of a franchise. There is now chatter about whether buying into a franchise is a great retirement plan or a prison ...
Views: 1345(1 vote) - Fun Speech Topics From Boring Ones: 4 Things To Do To Make An Audience Love You - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2011 from Tina JanelleFun speech topics come not just from the material, but from the way it is presented. Any topic can be turned into a more exciting one. Dynamic tv personalities can be observed to learn about fun speech topics. Even scientific topics, which are usually thought of as boring, can be turned ...
Views: 3360(2 votes) - Generating Thought Leadership To Grow Your Career and Company - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2010 from Michelle RandallBecoming a thought leader will radically improve the trajectory of your career and business. By definition, thought leaders are the ones people seek out for their insight and approaches. They are cited by others to prove their points, and their expertise inspires ideas and sparks fresh ...
Views: 1789(1 vote) - Hire for Skill, Retain for Results, Fire for Chemistry - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2011 from Jane CranstonWhen working with managers and executives in a coaching relationship, I’m often struck as to how naïve some are to the realities of the day-to-day operating on the job and the politics of the workplace. All too often people tell me how many hours they work and about all the effort they ...
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