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Taking NO for an Answer

by Laurie Wilhelm
Why is it that sometimes we just can’t take ‘no’ for an answer?
Now, I’m not talking about letting go of an opportunity a lifetime without a fight or not standing up for what …

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How To Make Sure You Never Forget A Name Again
How To Make Sure You Never Forget A Name Again

by Clare Evans
Do you have problems remembering names or are you really lucky and never forget a face … or a name? If like many of us you go to network meetings or social events …

Top 6 Secrets to Mastering Communication
Top 6 Secrets to Mastering Communication

by Alexander Tretjakov
Communicating with others is an essential skill in business dealings, family affairs, and romantic relationships, and is an essential part of any personal development effort. Do you often find yourself misunderstanding others? Do …

Communication Is Not A 4-Letter Word
Communication Is Not A 4-Letter Word

by Rosanne D’Ausilio Ph.D.
What four letter words do we mean? Here are a few:
Talk
Chat
Tell
Blab
Let’s look at ‘talk’ as an example. If I asked you, you could all talk about almost anything at a …

The Listening Gap Between Sight and Sound
The Listening Gap Between Sight and Sound

by Catherine Franz
The truth is there is a gap between sight and hearing, between visual and auditory, between seeing and believing. And the fact is that this gap creates a billion dollar industry. Improving communication …

Negotiation Strategy – Listen First When “In the Room”
Negotiation Strategy – Listen First When “In the Room”

by John W. Tinghitella
You can observe a lot by watching. ~ Yogi Berra
If Yogi were writing this he’d most likely say, “You can hear a lot by listening”. In negotiation, listening is a crucial but …