How can you stand apart from the herd? How can you start to be noticed so people will remember you? How can you be heard above the noise? What is your personal branding that makes you special, unique,...
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Emotionally intelligent people have the capacity to understand and express their own emotions—you are in touch with your strengths and weaknesses and realize where you might like to make improvements.
By speaking in a competent and confident way, your message will sound more relevant and appropriate, reflecting you in a favorable light.
Having moved from Florida to Wisconsin, it has been an interesting exercise for me to attend networking events where I did not know a soul. I would silently scan the room to see who was approachable a...
When you have scheduled an appointment, or have made a commitment, you have essentially made a promise. Keep your promises. Being punctual demonstrates your consideration for others and that you can b...
When you are mindfully focused, the person with whom you are communicating feels that you are making them a priority—that you value their time and their perspective. It is in these moments that we can...
To remember people’s names, Write it Down! —Whether you write their name down on the back of a card, a receipt, a handout, or in a notebook, this simple act will help you remember.
To master The Art of First Impressions for Positive Impact, it is imperative to understand some basic personality differences so that you can navigate and nurture relationships from a position of awar...
To cultivate bravery and courage, reduce uncertainty by being prepared. As Zig Ziglar once said, Success happens when opportunity meets preparation. Preparing well for potential outcomes will provide...
The Law of Cause and Effect is as active in your life as the Law of Gravity. It teaches us that for every action there is a reaction.
Take your place among experienced professionals by focusing on ways to learn, grow, and succeed.
Socrates would teach his pupils by asking them intelligent and probing questions. By using their critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities, they could discover the answers for themselves...
Seek to make others feel comfortable by demonstrating respect for their individual needs as well as their cultural norms. Your consideration and heightened awareness will guide you well—and help you m...
Many people go through life complaining, whining, and obsessing so much about what they don’t have that they are doing exactly what it takes to block it.
It is easier to do business and work with people who are most like ourselves.
Is it possible to be friendly and engaging every day? Of course not. Everyone has their moments. I once read a quote from an anonymous author who said, It’s okay to have a bad day— just don’t unpack a...
Instant AccessWhen my twins were born, I moved abruptly from being a professional career woman to a full-time, stay-at-home mom. The role shift opened a new door of commonality which surprised and del...
Imagine how many new friends you would make, how much new business you could create, and how much fun you could have by simply taking the initiative to be the inviter.
If you have ever experienced this type of unprofessional treatment, I doubt you would even consider giving them business in the future. Interrupting, ignoring, patronizing, or antagonizing a customer...