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Access POWER - by Joseph Riggio- 7 Steps to Coach Your Staff and stop Running like the White Rabbit. - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Juliette RobertsonI recently had coffee with a client who was looking for advice to improve the efficiency of her department. There had been some upheavals, maternity leave, skills shortages and things had begun to fall off the rails. She felt she needed someone to step in and “just get the work done.” ...
Views: 1412(3 votes) - How to prepare your Press Release / Media Alert for an effective pitch your business story - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Andrew ChowA press release brings information to the attention of the press and broadcast media, and in turn the public, generating publicity. The following guidelines should help you on your way. • Include basic information. The release should answer the questions: who, what, when, where, why and ...
Views: 1412 - 8 things which can happen to your press release - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Andrew ChowYour news release is thrown into the trash. Every day journalists get as many as 400 emails in their mailbox with press release. Only the most powerful and interesting header gets to be read. Most of the time they end up in trash literally. If you do not write it in a way you want it to be ...
Views: 1411 - Ask Skip: What Are Some Specific Tips to Improve Teamwork in the Workplace? - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2012 from Skip WeismanThis question comes directly from a blog subscriber who has been reading my articles on teamwork the past couple of weeks. He thought the article last week (A Simple Step to Improve Teamwork at Your Workplace) offering one very specific tip to improve teamwork was a good one but was looking for ...
Views: 1411 - POWER COMMUNICATION - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2008 from William CottringerPOWER COMMUNICATION By William Cottringer “Good communication is when an artist conveys the message of his images to a musician who correctly translates them into the musical notes she plays.” ~The author. Today being a good communicator is not enough. Professional success requires ...
Views: 1411 - What are you really messaging? - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2010 from Joan Marie WhelanStephen Covey, renowned author of the book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, is quoted as saying, “Seek first to understand, then to be understood.” Truer words were never spoken. In fact, it is this type of thinking that a lot of folks are not doing enough nowadays. Take social ...
Views: 1411(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: 1411 - 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: 1410 - Make Hiring Managers Ravings Fans of Yours! - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2012 from Rita RockerFollowing is my Clear Channel Radio interview discussing powerful steps to greater career success: 1. What is the most important piece of advice you can give someone seeking a new career opportunity? Put yourself in the hiring manager’s shoes. It’s all about them! They will make decisions ...
Views: 1410 - Overcoming Communication Obstacles in the Workplace - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2013 from Susan CullenResearch shows that we filter out or change the intended message of what we hear in 70% of our communication. That's a lot of the time! If we filter out or change it that often it is REALLY important that we learn how to send and receive messages to make sure we are being heard and are hearing ...
Views: 1410(2 votes) - Speech Language Pathology, A Collaborative Art - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2008 from Elena TorreSpeech Language Pathology – What is That? By the time the Masters Degree in Communicative Disorders has been awarded to a student from an accredited university, that individual has been educated to provide a broad spectrum of services to those who experience cognitive, voice, speech, language, ...
Views: 1410 - How to Resolve your Relationship Conflicts through Communication - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Susan LiddyRelating with others is a delicate balancing act between having our own wants and needs fulfilled, and making sacrifices on behalf of the other person. In other words: relationships are about give and take. The line where things grow blurry is in the everyday exchanges we have with those we care ...
Views: 1409(1 vote) - Need a Safe Space to Write a Book? 5 Great Tips to Create a Haven to Write a Book - by Submitted on May 07, 2012 from Alissa LukaraIf you want to write a book, chances are you know that safety plus writing are two words that don't rest side by side in your mind as you sit down to write that book – or anything else. Writing a book is about taking risks, trashing the comfort zone, escaping boundaries and letting out the ...
Views: 1409 - Pro Presenting: 6 Action Tips For Top Sales Communication - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Milly SonnemanAction speaks louder than words…especially in sales communications. If you’ve ever wondered what sales pros learn in sales communication training, you can find out now. Use these 6-tips to ignite instant action. “Even if you’re on the right track, you’ll get run over if you just sit there” - ...
Views: 1409 - 3 Employee Training Tips for Managers - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2011 from Mary Gormandy WhiteWhen you became a manager, there's a good chance that you didn't realize that providing employee training would become a major portion of your job. However, it's a fact that teaching is an essential function of every managerial job. When you're in charge of managing and motivating other workers ...
Views: 1406(1 vote) - Creating Your Social Networking Website Profile - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Lorin AdascaliteiCreating Your Social Networking Website Profile How you would like to meet and communicate with other internet users, especially ones that share the same views and beliefs as you do? If you would then you may want to think about joining a social networking website, if you haven’t already done ...
Views: 1406 - Enhancing Communication between Dogs & Dogs Owners - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2009 from brian spilnerIf you are a dog owner, odds are you have seen the infamous movie Look Who's Talking with John Travolta and other famed actors. The odds get even better when you consider how many dog owners attempt to talk to their dogs on a daily basis. Unfortunately, unlike the movie, our dogs do not talk ...
Views: 1406 - The Power of 'Yes'! - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Michel NerayIn the interest of complete transparency, I want to be absolutely clear about my intention in writing this article: My aim is to hit you hard and repeatedly with the 'yes' hammer until it's permanently embossed on your head and in your mind. My hope is that you re-wire your knee-jerk reaction ...
Views: 1406 - 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: 1406 - The 10 Most Common Publicity Mistakes -- Don't Sabotage Your Success! - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2006 from Bill StollerThe number one rule of being successful in the world of publicity (or in just about any other field, for that matter): Don't sabotage your efforts with dumb -- and easily correctable -- mistakes. Here then are the dumb things that publicity seekers do. Avoid them, and you'll be well on your ...
Views: 1405(2 votes) - ***Wake Up Happy: Live the language of hope and possibility - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2009 from Diana Morris© 2009, Doug Davin and Diana Morris www.breakthroughskills.com [Featured Breakthrough Skill—High Possibility Thinking: Set great expectations] The great Hudson School landscape artist Joseph Turner, famous for using vibrant colors in his bigger-than-life paintings, was once asked, “Why ...
Views: 1404(4 votes) - Changing Words To Change Events Does Not Work - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from David SamuelThe past years have taken a trend in the concept that by changing the words, we can actually change the situation. This is clearly impossible, but yet it does work. I would like to explore how the impossible works. If there is a problem, no matter what you call it, or even if you ignore it, ...
Views: 1404(1 vote) - Five Tips to Increase Employee Engagement - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2011 from Lauren StillEmployee engagement describes the level of emotional involvement and enthusiasm employees demonstrate for their work, and how that influences their performance and willingness to further the organization’s interests. While that may seem “soft” and intangible, many researchers show that the ...
Views: 1404(1 vote) - How social dynamics impact project success - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2014 from Maurice Kerrigan Africa (Pty) Ltdhttp://www.mauricekerrigan.com/blog/how-social-dynamics-impact-project-success/ The saying “no man is an island” becomes especially true on a project. Working on a project usually means working within a team. Whenever two or more people are put together, the potential for issues and conflict ...
Views: 1404 - How To Survive Year 1 at University - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2013 from Ray KrzeminskiThe University experience starts before the semester even begins. Prospective students are going to be moving away from home and may be travelling long distances so it's sensible to ensure everything is bought and packed in plenty of time. Packing List One of the great things about living ...
Views: 1403 - Thinking of Making a Promotional Online Video? - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Pamela ZiemannBefore recording and posting a video, consider these seven presentation tips to ensure that your authenticity, expertise and passion shine through. It takes courage to show up. No less, showing up online where thousands of people can rewind, pause, and study if you’re the person they want to ...
Views: 1403(3 votes) - UFO Method to Eliminate Arguing - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2015 from Janet PfeifferWe all argue. Well, for sure we all disagree. Arguing is an option. We can peacefully debate opposite sides of a topic and without having it escalate to anger, shouting, name-calling, and hurt feelings. Yet oftentimes it does. When people do not feel as though they are being heard or understood ...
Views: 1403 - Build Your Own Solar Energy Panels – Essential Components Required to Build Solar Panels! - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2011 from Phillip TomA lot of homeowners have saved so much money by building their own domestic solar energy panels. Not just do they save thousands of dollars on electricity bills, they are capable of installing photovoltaic panels at a price that is a lot cheaper than what a commercial company would charge. If ...
Views: 1402 - Include Your Kids in Planning Family Summer Vacations - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2015 from Sharon BallantineWhether you’re on a tight financial budget or have a busy work schedule, you still want to work hard to take advantage of school being out and plan a family vacation during the summer. There are lots of opportunities to have fun no matter your budget, from long weekend getaways to extended ...
Views: 1402 - Master the Art of Pitching your story to the Media - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Andrew ChowThe Art of Pitching Who • It is always more effective directing your pitch to the editors as they decide on what is newsworthy information. • The journalists are usually assigned different stories though they can recommend your story if they are approached. • The equivalent in the media ...
Views: 1401 - The Lost Art of Plain Speaking - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2010 from Michael Johnson"Big words don't equal a bigger brain, intelligent people who are confident in their message and passionate about what they do don't need obscure language to communicate," writes John McFerran. This simple truth is widely ignored even though studies show that sales and marketing pitches ...
Views: 1401(1 vote) - Presentation Skill Training - Pitching Is Actually Public Speaking - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2013 from Ernest Chen“It was a drizzling afternoon on 19 Dec 2011, at the Malaysian Highway, I was driving at about 100km and at the bend, suddenly I saw a MPV at a fast speed driving toward me; in front of my naked eyes, I saw it was coming and I could not do anything.If I sway I would end up down the slope ...
Views: 1400 - Effective Communication:‘Discounting’ Is For Sales Promotion, Not For People - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2012 from Uzi WeingartenIsn’t it great when you see a sale and that something you want has been discounted? I sure like seeing that. But in dealing with people and responding to their concerns, discounting is a mistake. I am reminded of this true story (names have been changed). I was attending a farewell party ...
Views: 1399 - Coping with Critics - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2015 from Tina TessinaNo one likes to be criticized, fairly or not. It’s always difficult to deal with, and it can hurt. Because I’m a writer of books and columns, and because I’ve lectured, appeared on radio and TV, I am sometimes recognized in public. I’m glad I’m not more ...
Views: 1397(1 vote) - Importance of business English in your life - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2011 from Aileen ThomrtsBusiness English is a language course prepared especially for non-English community seeking to work in English countries or want to trade with English people. Many students from Asian countries opt to work abroad especially in Europe and America where they can earn handful of money and improve ...
Views: 1397 - Public Speaking: How to get Started Speaking. - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2011 from Adele Howell-PryceNow that you have decided to get in front of an audience and speak, the first obstacle that comes up is: “How do I choose what to speak about?” If you are like most industry experts – there is simply SO much that you could talk about. How do you narrow it down? How do you make it ...
Views: 1397 - The Best Sales Experts Never Close. They Open. - by Submitted on May 14, 2013 from Dallas HardcastleTruth, how many times have you read that the world’s most successful sales people are the best closers? Have you ever read about the ‘twenty-three power closes’? Or perhaps the ‘ABC (Always Be Closing) method’? Ok, here’s my one question...do you like to be closed? Really, can you ...
Views: 1397 - The Power of the "Right" Question - by The best way to illustrate the power of the right questions is to look at the wrong questions first.
Let's say that you, as a manager or supervisor, discover that somebody made a mistake that costs your department $20,000.
"Why didn't you follow the procedure? How could you let this happen? ...
Views: 1397 - Change Is Good. Heads Up For Sales Communication Training - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Milly SonnemanYou’ve heard all about the end of one-directional sales pitches. Now comes the reality check. Get the heads-up with 5 insider tips right here, right now. Change is good. Right? Well, if you’re used to doing your sales presentation the same way that you did for the last 10-years, you might be ...
Views: 1396 - How do You Communicate Love--or Anything Else? - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2007 from Evelyn ColeWhat Happens to Communication When Subconscious Clues Are Missing? What happens when all that is left is a hastily written and then hastily read message on a computer screen? Dire warning ahead! According to a recent blurb from the Associated press, 71% of business executives prefer to ...
Views: 1395 - United States: Multilingual Potpourri & English Tutoring - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from shashank shalabhThe United States of America happens to be one of the most multicultural and ethnically diverse countries in the world. The credit goes to large scale immigration from various nations! The existence of people from diverse cultural backgrounds across the US makes it home to a number of languages. ...
Views: 1395(3 votes) - What if Email Didn’t Exist? - by Submitted on May 07, 2012 from Elaine QuinnEverybody hates email, right? Aren’t you swamped? Don’t you feel overwhelmed knowing you’ll never be able to clear out your inbox? Complaining about email has become everyone’s favorite pastime – sure to find a sympathetic audience just about anywhere. Wasn’t it so much better before someone ...
Views: 1395 - How Long Does it Take To Write A Book? The Lure of the Book in a Week (or Month) Club - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2012 from Alissa LukaraOkay, I have listened to one too many webinars of late about how you can write a book in a weekend. Or two weeks. Or, if you need to tackle, write and polish a book on a deep subject, you will need to take a "really long time" to write that book- 3 months - "part time" of course in between your ...
Views: 1393 - Speaking to Grow Your BusinessI: Marketing Tips to Fill the Room - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Ann Ronan, Ph.D.There are several low/no cost ways to begin speaking. I would begin speaking for free –I did and it was a great way to build my database quickly. Here are my 4 favorite tips for building your reputation and becoming slightly famous with speaking. Tip #1: Offer a class related to your ...
Views: 1393(1 vote) - 10 Great Ways To Command Your Listener to Pay Attention - by These tips are a great starting point to help you to get someone to listen carefully when that other person is not paying any heed to what you are saying.
1 Speak more softly. This will cause most people to ask you to speak up!
2 Confuse your friend. Say something that does not make sense. ...
Views: 1392 - 3 Ways to Receive Community - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Jennifer UrezzioIf you wish to receive more community, then you get to shed light on where you are not allowing that to happen for yourself. The following suggestions about where they noticed where they could open up more to receive more of their community came from some of the Business of Soul peeps. 1. ...
Views: 1392(1 vote) - HOW I FINALLY OVERCOME MY FEAR OF PUBLIC SPEAKING - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2018 from Sara FabianWhen I was six, my father bought me a violin and that was a life-changing gift. I wouldn’t say I was a mind-blowing talent but I was good with music and I enjoyed spending time studying it. At the age of ten, I started to give small concerts. At first for my family and our circle of friends; ...
Views: 1392 - Video for Marketing and Credibility - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2014 from Kathleen GageHas the thought of being in the movies ever appealed to you? Dreamed of having your own television show? Want to be seen by hundreds, thousands, and even millions of viewers? If you said yes, then video is for you. Video is one of the hottest marketing tools around. Not only is it great for ...
Views: 1392 - The Fear of Saying It Just Right - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2009 from Joan CurtisWhat are we afraid of? In the workshops I teach on managing sticky situations at work, people describe the troubling situations they face every day. During those sessions we share information about how to diplomatically approach each situation. Too often people let matters go too long. By ...
Views: 1391(1 vote) - What Goes Up Will Come Down - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from David SamuelThis article is about seeing and being able to use the positive in everything. We will start with exploring the foundation of being able to live a fully positive and successful life, what prevents it, and then proceed to more detail about the method. There is no point in discussing how to be ...
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