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Access POWER - by Joseph Riggio- 21 Sales Letter Secrets - Part I - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2006 from Scott GrovesAs a “Results Coach” to numerous business owners in a variety of fields, I am often puzzled as to what little or no effort goes into marketing. Businesses spend money on advertising methods such as billboards, signs, car signage, magazine and trade journal space, newspaper, mail drops etc… and ...
Views: 1944 - Discussing Politics & Religion - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2016 from William CottringerDiscussing Politics & Religion By Bill Cottringer “Those who say religion has nothing to do with politics do not know what religion is.” ~Mahatma Gandhi. Just like the real reason for paying attention to the warnings of the Ten Commandments, being to help you avoid unnecessary pain, ...
Views: 1942 - Communication: Is Listening Important? - by Submitted on May 19, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperFor some people, talking will be something they enjoy doing and this will be balanced out by their ability to listen. But there will also be people who are good at either talking or listening and yet, they will fall down when it comes to the other option. This is going to mean that they are out ...
Views: 1941 - Controlling Verbal Aggression: How To Stop Verbal Aggression Once And For All! - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2008 from Michael LeeControlling verbal aggression is crucial if you’re living or dealing with a person who likes to attack others using sharp, hurtful words. Controlling verbal aggression can be a pain if you are not skilled or trained to deal with an aggressor. One of the techniques for controlling verbal ...
Views: 1939 - Effective Communication is the foundation of all success - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2012 from Andrew HortonCommunication is critical when developing mutually beneficial and mutually enjoyable relationships. Relationships require trust, and one of the best ways to develop trust is to focus on helping the other person feel heard and understood. Remember this important distinction: There’s a big ...
Views: 1939 - Meet Your Clients Where They Are...and Beyond - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Lisa SasevichYour clients are in different places geographically, financially, and in their mindset. So when you’re looking for ways to meet them where they’re at, you have to be thinking about all three. For example, we know that not everyone is going to be able to show up in Las Vegas next Thursday for ...
Views: 1939 - Be your best, not stressed: 3 entrepreneurial communication styles - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2010 from Monique MacKinnonAs the popular saying goes, “anything worth doing is worth doing well”. This is true; however, you can do something well without needing to do it perfectly. To lead a successful and satisfying life, you need to understand the difference between “doing your best” and “striving for perfection”. ...
Views: 1938(4 votes) - In business, is it better to be an extrovert or introvert? - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2013 from Beate CheletteBoth are essential to running a successful business. Lots of talk these days about introverts and extroverts, generated by the bestselling book Quiet: The Power of the Introvert in a World That Can’t Stop Talking. Herself an introvert, author Susan Cain writes that introverts are “too often ...
Views: 1934 - Invest in Communication Skills Training to Add Value to Your Workplace - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2012 from John Arthur ThomasAndrea Kay's article in USAToday.com, "Speak well, write well, inspire others in 2012", highlights Ben and Kelly Decker's "Decker Communications The Top Ten Best (and Worst) Communicators of 2011". Hollywood actor Charlie Sheenis ranked 3rd in the 10 Worst category because of his erratic ...
Views: 1933 - Job Interview Tip: How to Discuss a Layoff - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2011 from Peggy McKeeBeing laid off can feel so awkward to a job seeker that it paralyzes them in an interview situation and undermines their candidacy--but it doesn't have to. I'm going to show you how to change the language you use and the perspective you have about your layoff to boost your confidence and calm ...
Views: 1931 - 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: 1931(2 votes) - Calming Conflict - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Ellen SmolkoThere are two universal truths about conflict: 1) everyone experiences it, and 2) no one really likes it. Conflict, at best, is a disagreement; at worst it can be intensely destructive. But can conflict also be a positive experience? I believe it can be a constructive – or even welcome – ...
Views: 1930(3 votes) - How To Build Lasting Self-Confidence - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2008 from Peter MurphySelf-confidence is having the belief in our ability to do or accomplish something, or to succeed. It largely involves our past learning experiences, successes, and achievements. For many of us self-confidence can fluctuate up and down, depending on the daily challenges we face in comparison ...
Views: 1930 - 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: 1928(1 vote) - Exploring Your Commercial Phone System Options - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2008 from Steven AndersonWhen searching for the perfect phone system for your place of business, it is important to note that there are three different forms of commercial phone systems for you to select from. By understanding the features of each of these types of systems, you will be better prepared to select the ...
Views: 1928 - Top Ten Tips: How To Get The Respect You Deserve - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Milly SonnemanDo you get respect when giving a business presentation? Or do people pass over what you have to say…so your ideas never see the light of day? Many young managers struggle with how to get respect. More experienced professionals have a tendency to judge younger managers—assuming they lack life ...
Views: 1926 - Dean Graziosi Explains All About All Inclusive Trust Deed - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2013 from Dean GraziosiAll Inclusive Trust Deed acronym AITD, and also known as Wrap-Around Mortgage simplifies all of the mortgages due on a single buyer. It often happens. You want to purchase a house, but you have already to pay mortgages on two or more houses. All Inclusive Trust Deed will help you combine all ...
Views: 1924 - How to become a VMware Certified Processional (VCP)? - Seek VMware VCP vSphere 5 training and certification program - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2012 from Mehar AhluwaliaVMware training and certification on VMware Certified Professionals (VCP) is one of the elite and most popular certifications these days, recognized globally. VCP is primarily a virtualization certification that acts as an impact on technology enhancement and development. Additionally, it also ...
Views: 1923 - Key steps to be followed while writing assignments that will score at least a 2:1 - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2013 from Grace YoungHave you searched the internet for assignment writing service? Have you ever Googled coursework help? Often when you search the web for assignment writing service, you are thrown several web results and it becomes impossible to trust which one you should choose for your assignment. So ...
Views: 1922(2 votes) - Book Review: Interpersonal Communication Book - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2007 from Debbie MolisThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Communication Skills, the tools and methods to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of an exchange of information, as by speech, signals, writing, or behavior. Meryl Runion is the Official Guide to Communication ...
Views: 1921 - Compromising: Love Your Relationship, Love Your Mate - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2011 from Kimberly MitchellEveryone knows that you have to compromise in any relationship, but how one goes about compromising is the question. Is it simply that you give in because you shy away from conflict or an argument ensued, making it a win-lose situation? Or, do you talk about the situation and come to a decision ...
Views: 1921 - Effective Communication Skills: 4 Ways To Become A Better Communicator - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2013 from Michael LeeEffective communication skills play an important role in various aspects of our lives. Its primary goal is to convey your feelings or message to others; and the clearer, the better. Whether you want to build trust and respect, maintain happy relationships, or work harmoniously in a team ...
Views: 1921(1 vote) - Moral Legitimacy is Shifting away from Marketing. - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2011 from Paul AshbyConsumers see advertising and marketing as unbelievable and certainly undignified. Having worked around the world over many years you cannot help wondering if society is changing in ways that are more than economic. It would appear that advertising and marketing is losing its legitimacy ...
Views: 1921 - The One Question You Must Ask The Interviewer - by Submitted on May 22, 2010 from Peggy McKeeDon’t get me wrong…there are many questions you must ask the interviewer in order to land the job. Asking questions in the interview demonstrates your intelligence, drive, enthusiasm, and preparation. It turns the interview into a conversation between professionals, putting you in a better ...
Views: 1921(1 vote) - Where should you start as a leader and manager? - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2010 from Chris FarmerWhere should you start as a leader and manager? Everything in the universe has a beginning 1. Your beginning was the fusing of 23 chromosomes from your dad with 23 chromosomes from your mum. And, hey presto you sprang into existence! 2. The Honda Corporation began when Soichiro Honda ...
Views: 1920(13 votes) - 4 Communication Traits Shared by Masterful Managers - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2012 from Bill LamptonWhen you read about the habits and styles of well-known managers, you realize that they don’t all fit the same mold. Some are workaholics with no outside interests, while others live balanced lives by reserving time for family, hobbies, and community service. Some flaunt their wealth by living ...
Views: 1917 - Are You Neutering Your Man? - by Submitted on May 23, 2008 from Cherry NorrisUnderstanding in relationships can be quite challenging. There are times when a woman...wanting to get her point across to a man...will come off as nagging, complaining and Hard to Please. A man likes to win. He likes to make his woman happy. He usually won't stay with a woman who tells ...
Views: 1914 - Beat That Monotone (I) - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2011 from Cynthia ZhaiAre you monotone? There's nothing wrong with monotone except that it's boring. Studies show monotone is the No. 1 thing that your audience can't stand. Whether you are giving me a presentation, or leading a team, you have to overcome it. A monotone voice shows no enthusiasm and interest in ...
Views: 1914 - Create the Right Environment for Learning - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2009 from Robert (Bob) LucasBrain researchers have found that many things stimulate learner’s brains during training and educational events. Key among these is the environment in which learning is to take place. If you want your learners to achieve maximum learning potential, create a learning environment in which you ...
Views: 1913(1 vote) - Talking Effectively To Direct Reports - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2012 from Hugh StewartBusiness owners sometimes struggle to communicate effectively with their direct reports. If you are fully engaged when communicating with direct reports, the information you receive will be better and clearer. Being fully engaged means giving the direct report space and time to communicate with ...
Views: 1913 - The Call to Become a Public Speaker - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2014 from Dr Ana GarciaIn March 2008 I borrowed a friend’s “Triple Goddess Tarot” pack of cards (by Isha Lerner) and gave myself a reading. Among the cards that came up, one took the place of the “New Moon or New Beginning” – It was the card No. 23 or Infinite Truth. Among the meanings of this card, the following ...
Views: 1913(3 votes) - Restaurant Management Software for a Centralized POS System - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2014 from Robin joNowadays, a restaurant point-of-sale (POS) software with an integrated database management system, easy functionality and reliability is readily available in the market. However, a recent survey shows that managers often get dependent on ancillary software along with the main one to cover all ...
Views: 1912 - Everything You Need to Know to Host a Teleconference - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from Serena CarcasoleIf you want a way to interact with people all over the world without leaving your office, hosting a teleconference is a superb solution. Teleseminar classes are an exciting way to bring people together in a learning environment without having to spend the big bucks on airfare, hotel, or a ...
Views: 1910(3 votes) - 4 Steps to a Successful New Life - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2013 from Anne BachrachIt’s time to turn the page and accept that this is Chapter Two in your life! If you want to make a change and start living a higher quality of life, then you must take decisive action. Success is whatever you make it to be. Never believe that you are destined for failure while others are just ...
Views: 1907(1 vote) - 3 Positive Strategies to Deal with an Eeyore Vampire Boss - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2014 from Joey FaucetteEver find yourself striving to Work Positive and your Eeyore Vampire boss is doing everything he can to prevent it? You’re in good company. Negative bosses—Eeyore Vampires—swoop in with alarming consistency on our coaching clients despite their best efforts to Work Positive. How do you ...
Views: 1906 - Job Search Advice: How to Navigate Networking When You’re Unemployed - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2010 from Peggy McKeeWhat do you do if you’re currently unemployed (like so many others are in this economy), and you go to a networking function and are asked “What do you do?” If that question makes you uncomfortable, it’s an indication that you are ashamed of that particular circumstance. That’s the first ...
Views: 1906 - Beware of Unchecked Assumptions - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2017 from Bill LamptonConsider how CEO Marvin could create confusion, inefficiency, and possibly ill feelings at his workplace if he just acted on his assumptions without verifying them. Here are examples: GIVING INSTRUCTIONS Marvin tells Marie, his executive assistant, “I want you to give me some information ...
Views: 1904 - Personal Success Strategies - Bull-Fighting, Rabbit-Chasing And Wrestling With Pigs - by Submitted on May 20, 2010 from Ken DonaldsonSo...did I get your attention? Yes? I thought I might! I did a small presentation for the Greater Seminole Area Chamber of Commerce on "How to Win Over Difficult Prospects" and the bull-fighting, rabbit-chasing and wrestling with pigs came as a result of that (I never know what is going to come ...
Views: 1903 - Addicted to Love - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2013 from Joeel A. Rivera“How can I love her one minute and dislike her so much the next?” “I feel he’s my soul mate, so why do we constantly fight?” Sound familiar? If so, you are not alone. Most “love relationships” turn into love/hate relationships, where feelings of love can turn into drama—hostility, attack, ...
Views: 1902(2 votes) - Australians have winning ways - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Pat Armitstead‘You don’t have to play sport to be an Australian, but you do have to have a sense of humour” says author Pete Crofts in his book How to use Humour in Business and Life. As an Australian I know they have many “winning ways” and I believe this is strongly linked to their good humoured view of ...
Views: 1902(3 votes) - Stop trying so hard to follow the ‘rules’ - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2016 from Rosemary Nonny KnightYOu know what you want to do… YOu know what you want life to look like… You have the vision inside of you as to what it will be like when you finally do the work you feel called and commisioned to do… And yet, you keep looking to everyone else to tell you how to go about making it ...
Views: 1902 - HRM and How to Be Better at It - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2016 from James Burbank“Many people go through their whole lives having no real sense of what their talents may be, or if they have any to speak of. Human resources are like natural resources; they’re often buried deep. You have to go looking for them; they’re not just lying around on the ...
Views: 1901 - Learn Hindi With Your Heart - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2011 from jenkin sonulTo be honest, learning Hindi is not as useful and popular as you learn English, Spanish or Chinese, but learning Hindi isn't learning nothing important, but something useful indeed. If you understand Hindi, you can go to India and communicate with people there more intimately than those who know ...
Views: 1901 - Mending Our Ways - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2010 from Eugene Yiga“Not to mend one’s ways when one has erred is to err indeed.” – Confucius We all make mistakes. What separates us is how we respond. Either we pull up our sleeves and do what we can to make things right or we throw away something beautiful and potentially lose it forever. Please don’t do the ...
Views: 1899(4 votes) - The Top 5 Slide-Free Challenges You Face - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Milly SonnemanYou may have been ecstatic to hear you have an opportunity to present to your boss, senior leadership team, or an important client. But what are the 5 top challenges you should know about? Find out now. Even if your presentation skills are top notch, you’ll struggle to win over your team to ...
Views: 1898 - 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: 1897 - The Naked Truth About Public Speaking - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Judith LindenbergerWhen I was in high school, given the choice between giving an oral report and a written one, I always choose the written report. In college, I did the same thing. My reason: fear. I was terrified of public speaking. When I graduated from college, my father gave me some advice. He said, “If ...
Views: 1897 - Why Good Communication is the Foundation of Enduring True Friendship - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2014 from Barry HammerAgreement or disagreement is much less important than good communication as a way of enabling people to deeply understand each other, and, thereby, gradually develop the ability to feel inwardly close to each other, as caring good friends. Good communication, as the basis of true friendship, ...
Views: 1896 - 8 Tips for Handling Radio Interviews Like a Pro - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2014 from Gilda BonannoA presentation skills coaching client recently landed a radio interview. She was excited because it would help her build her business, but also nervous because she had never been interviewed on the radio. After we got done celebrating, here are the 8 tips that I shared that will help her ...
Views: 1895(2 votes) - Ten Easy Ways to Have Hard Conversations - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2014 from William CottringerTen Easy Ways to Have Hard Conversations By Bill Cottringer “Peace is not absence of conflict, it is the ability to handle conflict by peaceful means.” ~Ronald Reagan. Even normal communication, which should be easy conversation, is an enormous challenge today. The sad reality is ...
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